Rural Church Diorama

by Russell L. Suender III
(Pottsville PA.)

After planning the scene, I gathered all my materials, which I had purchased (HO scale church,tombstones,scenery materials, adhesives, etc.) at hobby shops, as well as materials I had convenient around my home (styrofoam, tape, newspaper, wooden veneer facing, etc.).


My first step was to build the base which was done by using newspaper and tape to create undulation of a natural landscape. I then applied a mixture of brown paint, Elmer's glue, plaster and paper mache to apply to the base in approximately 1/8" thickness, which allowed me then to place the scenic materials (turf,etc.) and structures (church, tombstones, figures).

Finally I cut the veneer into strips which have been stained,and adhered to the Styrofoam base with Elmer's wood glue and brass tacks.

I then placed the diorama into a wood and Plexiglas box in order to protect and present the project. It took about 8-10 hours to complete.

Click here to post comments

Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to Showcase.

Back to Home Page

BYMRR Train Store Online: Everything You Need to Build Your Model Railroad Empire.BYMRR Train Store Online: Everything You Need to Build Your Model Railroad Empire.


Contact Me | Blog | Photos | References | Supplies | GiftShop | Sitemap | Search | Comment  | Privacy Statement  | Disclosures

Train Logo for Building Your Model Railroad
BYMRR (Building Your Model Railroad) logo

Tracks Newsletter: Sign Up Here!

Here are the Products and Tools specifically selected for you to Build Your Model Railroad:

Steam Engine

BYMRR Hobby Central

Another Option for Serious Model Railroaders

Great Prices * Excellent Service

trainstoreonline.net


New Logo for Building Your Model Railroad
Follow BYMRR
Follow Us on Facebook
and Instagram


(Disclosures)

√ = ad or sponsored link


What's New on BYMRR.com?

Recent Articles

  1. Tracks June 2023

    Jun 04, 23 01:46 PM

    N&W
    Model railroading newsletter with lots of tips and tricks to improve your skills and help you enjoy the hobby.

    Read More

  2. Advertise

    May 23, 23 03:40 AM

    Advertise your model railroad products on this site. Learn more on this page.

    Read More

  3. Tracks - May 2023

    May 22, 23 05:58 AM

    dieter-1
    Model railroading newsletter with lots of tips and tricks to improve your skills and help you enjoy the hobby.

    Read More