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Directions#66 – September Status Report
September 30, 2012
This month’s article is a follow-on to last-month’s Part 65 in which I described some of the pitfalls of flash photography of the EnterTRAINment Junction (EJ) layout. This article looks at the technique of using the available light in the layout to photograph it. As I mentioned last time, the camera sensor needs a certain […]
Read More >#61 – April Status Report
April 9, 2012
I’m taking a totally different tack in this article by describing one of the special events held at EnterTRAINment Junction (EJ) recently. The event was a recurring annual event, the Model Engineering Show, which EJ, its volunteers, their friends, and local hobbyists provide free of charge for EJ visitors. The most recent occurrence of this […]
Read More >#60 – March Status Report
March 15, 2012
The Big Train Project Status Report (Part 60) One of the new features which has been recently introduced into the EnterTRAINment Junction (EJ) layout is day-dusk lighting cycle. This highlights the lighting details which has been incorporated into the models in all parts of the layout and accentuates the interior details included in many of […]
Read More >#59 – February Status Report February 15, 2012
February 15, 2012
The Big Train Project Status Report (Part 59) As in past articles, this time we’ll look again at some of the details of the EnterTRAINment Junction (EJ) layout which may not catch the eye at first glance but which contribute to providing a sense of realism to the layout and enhance its overall quality. As […]
Read More >#58 – December Status Report
December 29, 2011
The Big Train Project Status Report (Part 58) The end of the year often brings with it summaries and retrospectives, and the concept of the top-ten list can be a useful framework for addressing a subject of interest. So, what follows is a top-ten list of what I personally believe are the most noteworthy elements […]
Read More >#55 – September Status Report
October 9, 2011
The Big Train Project Status Report (Part 55) In this installment we’ll look at some temporary additions to the EnterTRAINment Junction (EJ) Layout consistent with the Halloween theme most ably represented by the Jack O’Lantern Junction Halloween Event. All of the scenes shown below are in the area around the Modern City. As usual, the […]
Read More >#53 – July Status Report
July 30, 2011
The Big Train Project Status Report (Part 53) In this installment we’ll look at some new scenes that have been added to the EnterTRAINment Junction (EJ) Layout as well as a great new addition to the train expo center. As usual, the descriptions mostly follow the order in which you would see the described items […]
Read More >#52 May Status Report
May 31, 2011
The Big Train Project Status Report (Part 52) In this installment we’ll look at some of the recent changes to the Modern City. As usual, the descriptions mostly follow the order in which you would see the described items as you follow the aisle in sequence from entrance to exit. As you exit the tunnel […]
Read More >#51 – April Status Report April 30, 2011
April 30, 2011
The Big Train Project Status Report (Part 51) This installment will look at some of the new things added to the layout recently. As usual, the descriptions mostly follow the order in which you would see the described items as you follow the aisle in sequence from entrance to exit. The first addition shown is […]
Read More >#50 – March Status Report
March 31, 2011
The Big Train Project Status Report (Part 50) While we’ve been focusing our attention on the upgrade to the Modern City, some less grandiose but equally worthwhile improvements have been incorporated into the Middle Period City. Also there’s been a long-awaited completion in the Modern City. As usual, the descriptions follow the order in which […]
Read More >#49 – February Status Report
February 28, 2011
The Big Train Project Status Report (Part 49) Some major new buildings are finally being installed in the Modern City in sufficient quantity to give the city a less barren appearance. One of the most creative of the new additions is what I’ll call the Oakmore Skytower (Figure 1), which is reminiscent of Seattle’s Space […]
Read More >#46 – August 2010 Status Report
August 31, 2010
Our tour this month will look at some of the more noticeable changes that have been made at EnterTRAINment Junction recently. As usual the sequence will be in the order in which you’ll see them as you walk the aisle through the layout. The first item is on the lakeshore behind the town of […]
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