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There's a large elevator-type structure between the industrial spur main track and the runaround on the west side of Eldon C. Stutsman, Inc. I have absolutely no idea exactly what purpose it serves. What I do know is that 1) it's clearly part of the Stutsman operation in Hills and 2) it clearly identifies where … Continue reading Towering Reminder
The current trend of AI-generated winter model railroad scenes has me thinking about photography and how we share our layouts with the world. As someone who maintains multiple platforms to showcase The Hills Line, I'm always looking for ways to improve the quality of the images I share while staying true to the spirit of … Continue reading The Digital Darkroom
With the core of the Stutsman Elevator building skinned and complete, I turned to exterior work. First step was to fill and sand any gaps or imperfections with modelers putty. I then painted the entire structure with Rust-oleum flat gray primer spray paint. The color is neutral enough to help blend in all the individual … Continue reading The Stutsman Elevator, Part 2
"If they can dye this river green today, then why can't they dye it blue the other 364 days of the year?" -Deputy Marshall Robert Biggs, The Fugitive- If progress begets progress, it would make sense that improved progress begets improved progress. Following the improvements to my version of the CRANDIC's lattice-truss bridge over the … Continue reading Muddy Waters
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