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[QUOTE=Sheriff Gonna Getcha;357391]Very nice work jsarno. I couldn't draw that stuff if I went to school until I was 90.[/QUOTE]

While I do think anyone can do it with a lot of practice, I have to admit, I do think you need to be born with the talent to make it really work.
I have no clue where I got it too. I am the only lefty in my family and I am the only one that is artistic. I am also the only one that actually made significant achievements in sports.
Makes me think I was adopted. But I also have a perfectionist streak, and I have to be #1. I also bring that to my work, and while at times it can isolate me (cause people like to be lazy) it earns me raises and praise.

[QUOTE=jsarno;357402]While I do think anyone can do it with a lot of practice, I have to admit, I do think you need to be born with the talent to make it really work.
I have no clue where I got it too. I am the only lefty in my family and I am the only one that is artistic. I am also the only one that actually made significant achievements in sports.
Makes me think I was adopted. But I also have a perfectionist streak, and I have to be #1. I also bring that to my work, and while at times it can isolate me (cause people like to be lazy) it earns me raises and praise.[/QUOTE]

ALL HAIL JSARNO!! :woot:

[QUOTE=Summo;357436]ALL HAIL JSARNO!! :woot:[/QUOTE]

It's about time you're jumping on that bandwagon Summo. LOL

And congrats on hitting 300 posts, it only took about 3 and a half years! :D

Very nice work jsarno! I am an architect by trade (hence the name "Dlyne8r") and I always appreciate looking at other's artwork. In an age where most of our drawings are computer generated, and photos enhanced by PhotoShop, it's nice to see that there are still people that can pick up a pencil / brush, whatever, and be so incredibly creative. Hand drafting is what spurred my interest in architecture more years ago than I can remember, but I was forced into CADD development and rarely do anything as creative as what you've illustrated. Keep it up!

[QUOTE=Dlyne8r;357588]Very nice work jsarno! I am an architect by trade (hence the name "Dlyne8r") and I always appreciate looking at other's artwork. In an age where most of our drawings are computer generated, and photos enhanced by PhotoShop, it's nice to see that there are still people that can pick up a pencil / brush, whatever, and be so incredibly creative. Hand drafting is what spurred my interest in architecture more years ago than I can remember, but I was forced into CADD development and rarely do anything as creative as what you've illustrated. Keep it up![/QUOTE]

Thanks man.
I do think that kind of artwork is dieing talent for the reasons you already mentioned. Fewer and fewer people are embracing that talent, and to make matters worse, a lot of schools are dopping their art classes for kids. I think all kids need art and music classes.

[QUOTE=jsarno;357573]It's about time you're jumping on that bandwagon Summo. LOL

And congrats on hitting 300 posts, it only took about 3 and a half years! :D[/QUOTE]

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[QUOTE=Summo;357629]:vomit:[/QUOTE]

Congrats on post of the year! :lol:

[QUOTE=Riggo44;357344]If you’re going to be using water that's a good question I've never seen anyone try that. Chicken wire and paper mashie work well in dry areas. There are some good books on the subject you might want to read.[url=http://www.amazon.com/Build-Better-Toy-Train-Layout/dp/0897784790/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_b/002-4395134-7356858]Amazon.com: Build a Better Toy Train Layout: Books: John Grams,Dick Christianson[/url][/QUOTE]

I decided not to buy this book since it's for novices. I am seeking a simple book with illustrations. I got my wife to OK the garage for me. I have a 2 car garage (length wise, not width). The garage is useless for cars / trucks though...my truck is too wide to fit in, and my wife's car is just narrow enough to make it in, but no room for error. So the only things I will need to keep in the garage is my motorcycle, washer dryer, 2nd fridge and a couple lawn care equipment. (lawnmower, edger, trimmer) And some tools. The rest I can turn into a model city. A good 20 feet long by around 7-9 feet wide. I plan to make multiple tiers too. I have a basic design on paper, but have no clue how to make it at this point.
Any suggestions on a book for dummies / beginners with relatively no knowledge?