Painting The Big Warehouse (Part 2) Final - UPDATE | River Road - Vlog #94

This is the final of a two part series on how I painted the HO Scale Model Railroad Warehouse Flat. Building Flats are easy to construct. With a few simple steps to paint any building flat can produce remarkable results for any scale model railroad or diorama.
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[@briankistenmacher]

Boomer~ I’ve been watching your channel for well over a year now, and I can say, with sincerity, that I’ve learned more from you in these months than I have in reading model railroad magazines for the past 55 years. You have inspired me and given me the confidence to leave the world of Floquil, and my workbench is becoming populated with Tamiya and Vallejo paints, along with Golden and Liquitex fine art products. Watching your videos is like being one on one with you in a classroom. You are a fine teacher and a skilled modeler. Even though I model a different time and locale, your instructions are universal. With the right tools and some practice, I believe anyone can become a builder, whether that be a locomotive, freight car, structure, even a tree armature, but it takes an artist to bring that building to life and create a model. By the way, the tree videos are my favorite; I can’t tell you how many times I’ve watched all of them. Thank you!

[@boomerdiorama]

Wow! Thank you Brian. You are very gracious. Cheers ~ Boomer.

[@Castlebank_Sidings]

Couldn't agree more. My whole outlook on how I model and they way I model have completely altered. Whole new project starting for me here in the UK thanks to MrB and his tutorials.

[@boomerdiorama]

@@Castlebank_Sidings Thank you. I am very humbled to receive such gracious accolades. It is also very encouraging and helps me to produce greater content for the whole community! 😁Cheers ~ Boomer.

[@FunWithHOScaleStuff]

You're such a class act. You not only "Liked" every reply, but you took the time to respond to each one of them.

[@boomerdiorama]

The community is second to none on KZbin, including you John! ;-) Cheers ~ Boomer.

[@markhuston9250]

As always - you provide the reason and wherewithal for dreams. $’s seem insignificant…………. Thank you Mark

[@boomerdiorama]

Wow! Thank you so much! You are right . . . who thinks of money when one is immersed in the hobby they love and find comfort. Bless you! Cheers ~ Boomer.

[@gsigs]

Sealing over the masking tape to prevent paint bleed. Another simple yet genius idea from Boomer. Thanks!

[@boomerdiorama]

Better safe than sorry. ;-)

[@rafaelvoncina6036]

Well, using a lot of what I learned from you, including layering and using mistakes to our advantage etc. won me two awards in my very first modelling show today. So thank you teacher!

[@boomerdiorama]

Congratulations! That is fantastic. Your confidence must be high now! 😉Thanks for sharing that. Cheers ~ Boomer.

[@rafaelvoncina6036]

@@boomerdiorama Yes, feel good, tired and grateful to you and a friend who said I should show my efforts to others. All gooooood.

[@shorty9055]

The master at it again. I remember when I studied art that my art tutor always said to remember when to walk away from a painting. It's very tempting to go on applying paint, but in the end you can go too far and ruin your work. Less us more. There's no teaching when to stop, it comes with time and experience. I live the look you are getting. Again, on behalf of all of us who watch your channel, thank you for sharing your skill and passion with us.

[@boomerdiorama]

Just because the option is there does not mean we need to take it. It is very easy to overwork a painting for sure. Thanks for sharing Brett! Cheers ~ Boomer

[@DisVietVetUSA]

I am waitng for the clouds to roll in over the warehouse, strong cup of Joe, that feelingof the wait for the Tugboat whistle and the Locomotives waiting for there work orders...........

[@boomerdiorama]

All in good time . . . ;-)

[@jeffvandergraff2574]

Best modeling video series ive seen

[@boomerdiorama]

Wow, thanks!

[@spottedzebra58]

There is only one thing I don't like about your video's ... They end!! I could watch you do this all day! Keep up your fantastic work. Cheers... Les.

[@boomerdiorama]

Wow, thank you!

[@MyFingerLakesRailwayLayout]

Thanks!

[@boomerdiorama]

You are awesome! Thank you kindly. Cheers from Boomer!

[@Wbmfishman1]

Inspiring series. Thank you. Fantastic artist.

[@boomerdiorama]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing. ;-)

[@frankbernard6819]

Such a great series of videos on the construction progress. Looking forward to the series of videos on the finishing of the barge.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you Frank. Coming soon!

[@robertsalido1232]

So far, so good. Like a nice plate of spaghetti. Plate is empty and it's time for that last roll cleanup. Great job.

[@boomerdiorama]

Lol . . . it makes sense now eh?😁

[@bretts7029]

As always...beautiful!

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you so much 😊

[@jamesburba1995]

Wonderful project. Beautifully done. I've learned so much from you. THANK YOU !

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you so much! ~ Boomer.

[@JeanPierre-jb5ln]

Thank you ! So positively helpful

[@boomerdiorama]

You're so welcome!

[@bertusduiverman4743]

Marvelous scene. Enjoy your weekend. Give kitty a pat from me.

[@boomerdiorama]

;-) . . . sure thing!😁

[@joesipos2975]

WOW... love that yard office. It looks great!! Cheers

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks. It's a simple and rather small building that seems to work well. ;-)

[@petemarriott9388]

I too have been reading model railway magazines for far too long. I also also written and had published over 1000 articles for modelling magazines for the UK and in Europe and I just need to say THANK YOU for your excellent videos. I have learned SO MUCH from them. Well done and please keep up the great work. Kind regards from the UK, Peter M

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks for sharing!

[@CharlieH65]

The #1 Priority channel on KZbin. There are NONE better! ☆☆☆☆☆ (based solely on the Chuckster ratings system, opinions may vary)

[@boomerdiorama]

You are too kind! Thank you! Cheers ~ Boomer.

[@bruceames6332]

Dude, Just So Awesome !!!!!! Bruce in Minnesota

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@bobainsworth5057]

When taping off , I was told, and followed for quite awhile, that you paint your color, tape it, paint color over edges, the ,when dry ,paint your next color so your blessing us the original color and you won't see it. Problem is --- paint, clean air brush, let dry, tape, paint edges, clean air brush, let dry, paint next color. That's why I've been putting off painting 13 cars and engines for 2 yrs.. How wonderfully simple , spray edges with dull coat. This means I can paint 5 units a day -- basic paint and stripes. Soon, before the end of the summer I'll get started. Thanks! Thanks! Thanks!

[@boomerdiorama]

You are correct. No need to seal with the same color. Clear coat (gloss or flat) does the same thing - but no paint bleed - ever! . . . zero paint bleed because if the clear bleeds you can't see it anyway. Furthermore, the clear seals! Therefore, the following color stays out of the seam and never bleads through! ;-)

[@MyFingerLakesRailwayLayout]

I follow these posts with a vengeance, so much priceless information. But Boomer, the red and white plastic tablecloth transports me back to my childhood cookouts at our summer kitchen. I can smell the hamburgers and hotdogs!!! Thanks man!

[@boomerdiorama]

Right on . . . I can't wait for Hot Dogs & Hamburger season. It won't warm up here on the West Coast yet! . . . lol. Cheers and thank you ~ Boomer.

[@stl1321]

These are great to watch, my favourite diorama channel

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you! I appreciate that. ~ Boomer.

[@seanspennywisemiserrr]

Stellar Boomer, simply stellar. From the ground all the way up. The weathering of your motive power and rolling stock, the heavy equipment, the barge slip and of course the buildings are a sight to behold. Top notch modeling. Take care. Sean.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you Sean. Nice to hear from you again. ;-) Cheers ~ Boomer.😁

[@NarbonneGauchoBoingo]

BEAUTIFUL JOB. NICE WORK. Very helpful. THANKS FOR SHARING!

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks for watching and taking the time share! Cheers ~ Boomer.

[@danielluebke]

Thanks for sharing all your knowledge and experience! It is very encouraging and motivating ... besides being fun to watch :-) Thanks again!

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you Daniel! Have fun! Cheers ~ Boomer.

[@theplumber33]

Outstanding brother! You are the man! Look forward to seeing what's coming next. Thanks

[@boomerdiorama]

Much appreciated!

[@ronduz1281]

👍👍👍great as usual

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@paulkirkmanMYTRAINS]

Your paint use is awesome !!!!! You really know how to do it just right. Well done and this project !!!!

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you very much Paul!

[@johnellis5341]

Thanks

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you for your support! I appreciate it!

[@jimh7557]

Awesome! This is the finest modeling series I have ever seen.

[@ericp6612]

Love it! Great content and tutorial as usual! Thanks again for sharing your knowledge!

[@boomerdiorama]

My pleasure!

[@clive594]

This is yet another master class of modeling . Well done KImosabe , say hi to Tonto

[@boomerdiorama]

Will do! Lol . . . Cheers.

[@harperlarry49]

Great work, as usual. I had never really thought about using and painting dirt as a roofing material. Great tip. Great update. Cheers - Larry.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks Larry!👍

[@PeterTillman3]

Another awesome video. Great tip on preventing paint bleed. Thx Boomer. Can’t believe it’s been 1 year since you started River Road.

[@boomerdiorama]

It feels like a blurrr😁 . . . lol.

[@robertlussenburg1770]

My nose will be stucked to the channel ! Till next time. Cheers

[@boomerdiorama]

Cheers!

[@jeromemarchand1025]

Good job 👍👍👍

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ncbbkn813]

Fascinating video as always. Never tire of them. Your calm and precise delivery together with superb but pragmatic modelling makes them both informative and quite therapeutic to watch too! Great knowledge sharing.

[@boomerdiorama]

Many thanks!

[@modeltrainaficionado7195]

excellent! as usually!! I have learned a lot from you thanks for sharing your modeling technics!!!!

[@boomerdiorama]

My pleasure!

[@thecnwmondovilinepaulscota7304]

Thanks for another master class!

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you kindly for watching!😁

[@EMDFAST]

Good Job.......excelente......saludos from chile .....

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you!

[@giuseppearditi7963]

Le tue realizzazioni. Su questo diorama che io sto seguendo con molto interesse sono veramente eccezionali gli effetti che riesci a ottenere sono sorprendenti

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank You. Cheers ~ Boomer!

[@deejayjonez599]

Nice work Boxcar!!

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you DJ! Cheers!

[@boriskucke7053]

Danke!

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you! You are awesome!😁

[@benoitevellin8796]

I'm catching up on your videos. One year passed since the start of this project!? How fast it was! Thank you for teaching us everything you know. 🙏🏻

[@boomerdiorama]

My pleasure! Thank you for supporting the channel as well. Cheers

[@benoitevellin8796]

@@boomerdiorama A quick question about varnishing: there are varnishes that are airbrush friendly (Vallejo has some). As you are an airbrush user, is there a particular reason to use a can for varnishing instead?

[@boomerdiorama]

@@benoitevellin8796 It's simple and I don't want to gum up my airbrush. Unless it's IPA based I won't shoot it.

[@benoitevellin8796]

Makes sense, thank you! :)

[@MarchWestJunctionTMD]

Fantastic 👍 what an amazing idea using varnish to seal the masking tape. I’ve never seen that before what a brilliant idea. Thank you for shearing Keep safe and well Andy

[@boomerdiorama]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jdmodels1968]

Superb, as always.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate you!😊

[@rctrucktalk1149]

I first started watching you when you were scratch building the barge slip, loved that build series, and now it has its own world that it fits into, great build series, love the end product and the lessons learnt as you continue to build this layout.

[@boomerdiorama]

Awesome, thank you!

[@205004gs]

I think I've been watching since the middle of Glover Road, and I have never been so impressed and blessed to share this amazing talent, and deep spirit you have for the craft! River Road is just as Spectacular and mesmerizing as Glover Road! It's the little details that I pay special attention to like the little sign that has the bear and cubs near the wildlife trail, to driftwood, old tires, and who has not noticed the little cat dozier! Absolutely remarkable work, and can't wait to see it all lit up at night! Again thanks for sharing. Have a great day👍👍

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you Gene. You have always shown to a faithful follower and supporter of the channel. God Bless you! ~ Boomer.

[@johnarthur6302]

More spectacular modeling, and I love your “no fear/go for it” adages. That’s the growth mindset I like!

[@boomerdiorama]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@charliewaite8559]

Love the channel boomer. I still watch your glover road videos for nostalgia. Your content is what inspired me to indulge head first into the hobby without fear. Almost finished with my very first flat. Thanks so much for everything you bring to the community!

[@boomerdiorama]

That's awesome! I might revisit Glover Road (v2) on section three. I would like to revisit and finish the Grain Elevator Industry and part of the Intersection. We will see how the space unfolds. ;-)

[@steverosko1732]

Outstanding as usual! BTW, I've been meaning to mention this before, but the window blinds in the little yard office are so indicative of your attention to detail. Probably not particularly hard to implement, but the fact that you thought to do it says a lot. And one's bent down from someone looking out ;) Well done!

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks. I thought it was creepie when I visited the prototype. ;-)

[@tommytog2665]

If there is anyone to thank. Then it's so true you. I've been subscribed to the channel for about 6 months now. I see myself as an advanced model railroader. but you have taught me many new tips and techniques. Paint, landscape, and especially scratch built techniques with styrene, I didn't know about. I've seen the majority of your videos on building, and techniques. Thanks for sharing, and the stories behind it. Keep up the amazing work, and hope your channel will grow as it deserves. Thanks from Europe (Denmark 🙂)

[@boomerdiorama]

Wow! Nice to hear from Denmark. Always wish I had a visit there. Thank you for sharing such gracious accolades! Cheers from (West Coast) British Columbia, Canada - Boomer

[@tommytog2665]

You are welcome. Hope you Get The chance one day😊

[@boriskucke7053]

Thank you for your great videos and the tour through your River Road Layout. I`m learning with each video more and more and it make a lot of fun to try it with success and the fails. Keep on Railroading. Greeting Boris

[@boomerdiorama]

Great to hear Boris! It only gets better from here on in. Keep having fun! Cheers ~ Boomer.

[@Zakkzwrld]

Absolutely love this channel I have a large industry I’ll be building and this has definitely given me some confidence to tackle it, as well as some ideas for what I can do to make it have that realism vibe. Can’t wait to see more updates!!! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you for the sub! Cheers ~ Boomer.

[@FC-je3qn]

Awesome work!! just my two cents: in order to increase the cinematic realism I would try to use overhead light

[@boomerdiorama]

Ok thanks!

[@herricmountain]

Amazing how you can make a flat surface look so interesting. One question on the Vallejo matte varnish please: They also sell it in the small bottle format to be used with the airbrush. Is it any different than the one in the spray can? Is it just for convenience sake that you use the spray can? Thanks

[@boomerdiorama]

The spray can seems to be more potent in terms of odor and substance. It can also get out of hand with small models so be careful. It's great for larger buildings, models , etc. The small bottles of Vallejo require Vallejo thinner for the airbrush and works equally well, but with less odor, over-spray, and more control for small models. Cheers.

[@herricmountain]

@@boomerdiorama Thank you very much I really appreciate you taking the time to answer our questions. My motto is still « thin thin layers and more thin thin layers » Thanks for that.

[@boomerdiorama]

@@herricmountain Thin - thin takes a while to get used too. But the rewards are remarkable. ;-)😁

[@owentorres2389]

Absolutely inspiring modeling. I’m wondering what your thoughts are on layout lighting. I always feel like I’m in a never ending battle to scatter exterior light from buildings and mitigate hard shadows on the backdrop.

[@boomerdiorama]

Lighting can get expensive when chasing shadows. I have shadows due to production lighting. I can't avoid it. On the other hand, I use overhead LED's for standard lighting when the camera is off. The more options you can afford the better of course. ;-)

[@owentorres2389]

Sounds good, thanks. I have a pretty busy backdrop on my layout that limits the impact of irregular shadows, but the buildings cast such sharp shadows. I don’t have any layout lighting yet. Waiting to get it somewhere more permanent before I can start experimenting

[@Mrmadypossum]

is that a CCTV camera on the outbuilding? I've ordered some styrene and think I'll have to build something just to try some of these techniques.

[@boomerdiorama]

Yes it is a CCTV camera. Not sure if it works though . . . lol.😉

[@marztube6158]

Did you have to go back and touch up the pre shading you did in the beginning of painting the Big warehouse once you painted the Blue stripe? The video doesn't show it particularly well as it appears that the edges (not the seam) loose the pre shading.

[@boomerdiorama]

Great question. I steered clear of the seams so the pre shading still shows, but less so. Some of the pre-shade perimeter on the white area is actual paint fade due to erosion, so the blue paint would alter that on the prototype as well as if it was recently painted well after the white was.

[@waynemiller7382]

How does the acrylic matte varnish stop paint bleed of the blue to the white? Thanks

[@boomerdiorama]

The matte varnish layer (which is invisible) seeps into the seam and seals it off. When you paint the blue, it can't get past the varnish, therefore, it peels with a perfect line formed by the edge of the tape. ;-) Cheers ~ Boomer.

[@glenfrix157]

Hey Boomer - thanks for this video. What type masking tape do you use?

[@boomerdiorama]

I use 3M "general" brand for larger areas and Tamiya tape for the fine work.

[@baronjutter]

Is there any sort of airbrush spray that could replace these rattle can dull coats?

[@boomerdiorama]

I believe Vallejo is coming out with one. I have seen the gloss coat already.

[@jeromemarchand1025]

Good job 👍👍👍

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you! Cheers!