Hi David That's a neat little building, as is its darker cousin the dead eye saloon. Amazing what a difference a change of theme can make to a structure. I like the little details on the front to make the dentist as well that makes rainbow ridge seem more populated than it probably is. I like the way the lack of depth is hidden by the inner wall. regards John
nice model Dave, really super and getting a 2 for 1 with the gruesome gulch saloon, extra nice. My Dad used to use that phrase, about cat skinning too ;) till next time--see ya!
The Golden Horseshoe Saloon at Disneyland also uses the same concept of a partition wall just inside the entry. Nice detail indeed...keep up the good work.
My home was built in the 1860s. The front doors had what I would describe as diamond paper windows. I never could figure out if that was original or something added later for privacy. Well, unfortunately the glass had to be replaced a few years ago so they will soon also be lost to the sands of time.
Dave: I was listening to your podcast. You comment about the model railroad hobby press only covering prototype model railroading. I suspect that this is because people are not writing about this kind of modeling. Railroad model craftsmen, the NMRA magazine as well as model railroad hobbyist (and I suspect Model Railroader) are always looking for material. Having been an editor of a newsletter, I can tell you that finding material to print is by far the hardest part. I know that it is asking you to take on more work, but contact them. Your work would help expand the hobby. Also: I know you are “not a joiner”, but I know that the local NMRA people would would love what you are doing. Please give them a chance.
If it wasn't for a laser printer (Would love to have one but I'd need to shop around and see what fits my workspace and meets my cost/needs first) how viable would custom scratch-built structures be utilizing craft sticks and coffee stir sticks? I know they can be quite large and crooked but a small belt sander might be able to help with things. Some people have built some great structures out of stir sticks before. Have you ever worked with that craft medium and can give some insight if possible?
I use stir sticks all the time for things like retaining walls, fences, piers and boardwalks. They tend to be a little too rough and thick for finer detailed parts.
