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OverviewThis comprehensive book is aimed at all those railway modellers who wish to create a realistic model of a branch line. It contains a vast array of useful information, excellent reference photographs, practical tips, explanations of modelling techniques and a host of exciting modelling ideas. . Examines the origins, developments and future of branch lines in Britain . Considers where to house the model and demonstrates how it can be located and operated in a relatively small space without losing its appeal . Provides useful insights into how to select a suitable branch line to model . Discusses how to create scenic realism and an appropriate setting for the model, with reference to the landscape, the infrastructure, the lineside and the use of authentic colour . Presents information about a selection of real, and some fictitious, branch lines in order to inspire the modeller and help him select a suitable subject to lovingly recreate . Contains track plans and superb drawings of the whole scene which provide a visual interpretation of what the completed model should look like . Presents a number of case-study projects AUTHOR: David Wright is a professional artist and model maker who has created many models of rural buildings for model railway enthusiasts, museums and businesses. David has written numerous articles for railway magazines and provides hands-on experience at railway modelling workshops. In addition, he has completed two DVDs, one of which dealt with modelling rural buildings, and is well known at the major railway modelling exhibitions providing demonstrations to the visiting public. 307 colour and b/w photographs Full Product DetailsAuthor: David WrightPublisher: The Crowood Press Ltd Imprint: The Crowood Press Ltd Dimensions: Width: 18.90cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 24.60cm Weight: 0.535kg ISBN: 9781785000195ISBN 10: 1785000195 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 30 July 2015 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Language: English Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationDavid Wright is a professional artist and model maker who has written numerous articles in the railway modelling press. He is well known at the major railway modelling exhibitions where he is especially renowned for his informative demonstrations and theatre presentations. This is David's third book for Crowood, his first two being the highly acclaimed Making Rural Buildings for Model Railways and Making Urban Buildings for Model Railways. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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