Tag: Creating

The Wonderful World of Model Trains: A Beginner’s Guide to Building Your Own Model Railways and Creating Stunning Sceneries & Layouts

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There’s a nostalgia associated with model trains and railroading — even if it’s unspoken. Railroads take us back to an earlier era. A more basic time. When spending a week or more on a train was seen as a luxury — an event in itself — not at as merely a mode of transportation.

You’ve probably already scouted some model railroad shows. You’ve no doubt recognized the camaraderie and the passion these folks have. And yes, you’re interested in becoming a part of that.

“The Wonderful World of Model Trains” will help you do just that! It’s a comprehensive guide to model railroading written for someone who is new to this hobby, starting with some basic “train knowledge” & terminologies, and continuing on to the more detailed aspects of the hobby.

And yes, this hobby can indeed get quite detailed. And that tends to be intimidating to some people. The beauty of this hobby is that you can get involved at just the level you care too. You’ll discover that every model railroader is in it for the love of the trains and the history. The vast majority of us are not out to make a fast buck from our interests.

Here’s some of the things you’ll learn in “The Wonderful World of Model Trains”:

    – How to create stunning terrain in your scenery with these 3 simple techniques…

    – Different scales, gauges, standards in the world of model railroading and what they all mean…

    – 2 simple keys (that are right in front of your eyes) to build your own benchwork…

    – WARNING: 3 things you should never do when it comes to wiring…

    – A pennies on the dollar approach to finding model train parts…

    – How to avoid derailing problems…

    – 3 proven steps to running multiple trains on one track…

    – 6 time tested and proven strategies for laying out train tracks…

    – When to add onto your set with locomotives and rolling stock…

    – 7 everyday but often overlooked tips and tricks for building the best layouts for your scenery…

    – How to do general maintenance on your model trains and tracks…

    – And much more…

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Realistic Model Railroad Design: Your Step-By-Step Guide to Creating a Unique Operating Layout (Model Railroader)

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Using photos, illustrations, and a straightforward style, notable Model Railroader magazine author Tony Koester shows you how to make creative, plausible choices for the concept and construction of your next model railroad. Covers key topics like developing an entire model railroad theme, choosing a scale, integrating signature design elements into your track plan, and much more.

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The SketchUp Workflow for Architecture: Modeling Buildings, Visualizing Design, and Creating Construction Documents with SketchUp Pro and LayOut

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Incorporate SketchUp into every phase of your design

If you want to go beyond the basics and start using SketchUp 3D modeling software in all phases of your design, The SketchUp Workflow for Architecture is the perfect place to start. From preliminary schematics to construction documentation and everything in between, the book sketches out a workflow that is flexible enough to use from start to finish. You’ll discover helpful techniques, smart tips, and best practices that will make your design process easier, as well as helping you easily export your models into BIM programs.

The book includes in-depth coverage of the lightly-documented LayOut toolset and video tutorials on more advanced methods.

Goes beyond the basics into intermediate and advanced techniques for architects, designers, and engineers who want to use SketchUp in all stages of designGuides you from basic schematics through design development to construction documentationIncludes best practices for organizing projects and workflows and helpful tipsProvides special coverage of the LayOut toolset, an often-underused component of SketchUp Pro

The SketchUp Workflow for Architecture is a valuable addition to your design toolkit.

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From Pencil to Pen Tool: Understanding & Creating the Digital Fashion Image

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In today’s fashion industry, the traditional skills of forecasting, cutting, sewing and drafting are no longer enough. Students must be able to transform their two-dimensional plans into computer-generated images. From Pencil to Pen Tool: Understanding Creating the Digital Fashion Image teaches Adobe PhotoShop CS and Illustrator CS techniques applicable to both fashion students entering the field and established fashion-industry professionals seeking to stay current with technology. This book includes technical instruction about sketching and image production, as well as practical advice about creating a computer-generated portfolio and entering the fashion marketplace. Instructor’s Guide available on request

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