The Most Picturesque Place in Colorado

#WildWest #Diorama #CrystalMill
This week, I added an iconic Colorado landmark to my Wild West! I changed a few details but tried to capture the design and charm of the real thing.
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[@pickleanimations3164]

A futuristic cool train robbery diorama would be awesome.

[@rendonor5070]

Anything with train would be so cool

[@emmettbrown3463]

hover train would probably be too much ...train on treads??

[@HolyToilet1]

@@emmettbrown3463 hover train maybe?

[@larrymanns364]

Agreed, not all of the villains should be monsters

[@THESLlCK]

@@emmettbrown3463 or just giant ultra thin speed record type wheels

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Awe man, thanks for the shoutout! Wasn’t expecting that.😊 What a beautiful diorama. That is so good man. Absolutely love your work.

[@generalapathy6446]

Get a room you guys. 😂

[@_.Lleiyo._]

@@generalapathy6446 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Salinaut]

RTH/BHT Collab when? :P

[@PuffPuffPass0420]

You do some amazing dioramas

[@paniconelmstreet6838]

😄

[@underscore4505]

My life isn't complete until boylei calls it good. And a standoff between some giant mutant armadillo and a western tank could be cool. ( :

[@Teawrex11]

I like this I idea

[@TheBuddel]

You sir, are a genius!

[@earlware4322]

That sounds absolutely wicked!! Either a prehistoric looking armadillo, or a pangolin, facing down a tank or mini walker mech.

[@KingTuck84]

That’s true

[@glizzymcguire4849]

Amazing as always. The fisherman didn’t have his repeater nearby, leaving him vulnerable to the giant alligators, giant turtles, giant scorpions and giant bison monsters.

[@FitzUrse]

As a native Coloradan, and someone who's been to this historic site as a child, I greatly approve of this. 👍

[@lasercreation-world1981]

Very very nice project my friend :)

[@jonnyjonjo]

this is just wow its beautiful and just wow! , also that guy fishing has given me a wonderful idea that could fit in your little world couple guys fishing and there is a giant catfish monster

[@bobbystudios4014]

Really liked this one, I believe this was a lot more interesting then just a mineshaft, and had a complex feel to it. I have to say I'm really digging this series

[@earlware4322]

Agreed! Just a few touches here and there were needed to bring this picturesqe scene into the WIW series. Simply amazing!!

[@xxstormyxx7627]

The music you use at the end to showcase your builds, I love the music you use

[@wormish_squirmish_III]

I love your newer videos for many reasons but the older ones are definitely better to relax to.

[@deannaatkinson3004]

I’ve never been a “western” fan. I started following you because of the awesome Star Wars builds. But, I must admit that I’m becoming a fan of your Wild West themed builds. Another job very well done. I don’t mind the lack of a monster in this one. I know you’re building up to a whole combined set, so there can’t be monsters everywhere.

[@annbrookens945]

Wait! What? Sure there can!

[@alexschofield8085]

The build was already stunning, but putting in those fall trees? Just raised it to another level!

[@atin8996]

I really liked the peaceful feel of this one. Just a man about his business on break, or working hard on the job as it were ;) even without the threat of some crazy monster you still managed to give it a story. I just look at it and wonder, and think about if I were the fisherman. It's really cool, mate. You're such a good artist honestly. Even if you don't feel that way, when you make a piece it always has tells a story and that's super awesome. Cheers!

[@dustinrosenau2733]

A thunderbird would be a great mythical monster for the old west series.

[@joanduthie1689]

Indeed it would!

[@whatareyoudoinginmyswamp3596]

@@joanduthie1689 Thank you, Wyatt.

[@justsomerandomguywithoutam4499]

The car model??

[@archieindoorschallis2885]

@@justsomerandomguywithoutam4499 no the thunderbird is a legendary mythical bird to north American history and culture

[@justsomerandomguywithoutam4499]

@@archieindoorschallis2885 ah..thank u for saying dat

[@tcemedic100]

Your builds are more entertaining every time I watch. Local historical lessons, jokes (OSHA) and of course the builds. Can’t wait till the next episode.

[@BaseDeltaZero1972]

This 'post apocalypse west' series is really gathering its own momentum now. Absolutely loving the art, craft and themes here.

[@stevehamilton5658]

I hope your dioramas are put in a museum one day

[@blacksparkgaming5773]

Dude, I love how real you builds look. I would think you among the greatest

[@loafgaming8556]

I really like this build , it looks amazing , i cant wait for the imaginary west story to be finished and see all these builds in one story

[@katiebellmichelle]

I love this little imaginary world so much

[@baseball1554]

Yo the talent of this guy is off the charts!!!

[@HobbyGenix]

This was really cool! The vertical structure had a shaft running through it with a turbine at the bottom. They dammed the falls, ran the water through the turbine, then the shaft ran back up to the buildings and powered the air compressor.

[@amoulet69]

Although it has no LEDs, it's my favorite diorama so far, just amazing... thank you

[@garrettfarley6892]

Hey man! Love your imaginary Wild West universe. I had an idea, you’re welcome Take it or leave it! You do you. What if you did a diorama of men building the railroad in the sandy desert and sand sharks were circling them. Keep up the good work my brother! You’re awesome. I appreciate you!

[@modelermark172]

You call it, "good." I call it, excellent! It never fails to amaze me what you are able to accomplish with basic, inexpensive kits, materials and endless imagination! Your Wild Imaginary West is a winner! The only thing missing from this scene is a steampunk train / monorail, and/or an airship hovering overhead . . . . (And I'm going to CONTINUE noting this until you provide them.)

[@earlware4322]

Here, here!! I have also been calling for a hover train robbery scene for quite awhile now. With Boylei's skill and talent I am sure it will be an extraordinary masterpiece and I can not wait to see it!!

[@modelermark172]

@@earlware4322 I suspect that all of Boylei's fans, (and there are many of them,) wholeheartedly agree with us! As a sidebar, I've picked up a few IMEX sets, and have plans for some Steampunk scenes of my own. In addition to being an excellent modeler with a vivid imagination, Mr. Boylei is also a provider of inspiration!

[@Tom-bg5oh]

Please add a Train diorama, Ever since your Bison + stage coach I've been dying for another chase scene. I love the series x

[@Cinnie.Stories]

I watch these before bed, this is my third time watching and I finally got to see the end! Gorgeous piece and amazing work

[@rondyson8323]

My God man, .....I really love your work . This one again keeps me saying "WOW" Thanks

[@jadenparker6704]

They just keep getting better and better

[@RickyDownhillRDH]

Wow, great work! I'm a Colorado native and I've never seen the crystal mill... MUST GO!!

[@paulgreen6497]

I am loving these videos. Steampunk Wild West with Monsters is awesome!

[@dreamsson80]

This hits spiritual art levels wow bro if only everyone was more creative than destructive

[@justonsvoid]

Fall is the best! Not gonna lie tho really missed a monster going into this one, like a big buzzard or condor

[@TheBuddel]

I like the peaceful atmosphere. A monster would ruin that, I think.

[@justonsvoid]

@@TheBuddel oh I totally agree, serenity is great…. But all the other pieces have a big bad monster that’s why I missed it 😬

[@TheBuddel]

@@justonsvoid understandable

[@mparis130]

This is beautiful! I'm glad you gave this poor fishing fan a quiet moment without monsters LOL

[@isfj1009]

This came out really nice. Bravo!

[@Misha..K]

What a nice place to sit after all these monster hunts.... 💜

[@bensowle]

You should add all of the imaginary Wild West diorama’s together and add little things in between them. 🙏

[@zackbw2608]

This guy is single-handedly keeping the balsa wood company’s alive

[@walnuts1282]

‘Balsa wood is awesome’ Boylei Hobby Time No one has ever spoken more facts than this man

[@MyBillygene]

You called it good.. LOL I'm in tears.. Thank you so much kind Sir. You made my day.

[@fldsmdfrfromcloudywithacha7954]

This calmed me down after a frustrating day. Thanks Boylei Hobby Time!

[@svenjonsson9]

This whole series of imaginary west is so Zen and freeing. I love the story of this world that is being built bit by bit.

[@dd_zzero6827]

We moved to Colorado a couple years ago because of these kinds of scenes. We haven't seen this location. Very well done.

[@patriciaolsen7816]

You did it again a great job on your diorama I like watching your videos your the king of modelers builders I do learn evry time I watch your videos again great job you have a nice day be safe to

[@derelictmachine7671]

First time watching a video from your channel! I really like the way you narrate, it's relaxing, low key funny and informative. Time for me to jump down the rabbit hole and binge your previous videos.

[@greyjedi4794]

Dude... That is perfect... I'd love to hear more about this world

[@douglaslemons4113]

Awesome! The trees really made the diorama Pop!👍

[@classicbricks3262]

When I watch the showcase part of the video I like to imagen its a real place and that I'm walking around in the diorama, Your video's make my day thank you for that!

[@JeffreyStrader]

Boylei, what you create are literally MASTERPIECES and should be on display and a fine museum!

[@ezragrey9212]

The colors on this one are phenomenal 🤩

[@rubyparker93]

I've actually had a painting of this landmark on my wall since I was a child. My dad bought it at a thrift store when we moved here, had no idea it was a real place. So I was absolutely shook when I saw this video. Sent it to all my family saying "look it our painting!" You did a fantastic job! This looks super awesome!

[@zombiefriend]

I wish I lived somewhere where the leaves look like that during the fall.

[@richardgasson7283]

I'm just coming to your back catalog of videos. But I'm really enjoying watching them.

[@A2Ztigers]

I love these Wild Imaginary West ones, they're always packed with so much character and really inspire my imagination for other things that could exist in that world

[@jasonshiers5771]

Seriously your skills are on a different level to most model makers.

[@technocricket]

Beautiful. Love your work.

[@AndrewKuntzman]

Those trees look cool. And made it all come together really well

[@tommygunn3210]

I went there once, one of the coolest photos I ever took. Great place

[@dragonboss7995]

Amazing video as always. I love seeing you put twists on actual landmarks in Colorado and I am so happy to be living there. Thank you for making such beautiful scenes and keep up the great work!

[@jaxsouthside6042]

I love your KZbin channel. Look forward to seeing it every Sunday.

[@thewhitebackground]

Yet again. Phenomenal!

[@kevinquist]

you have inspired me to "do something". I have done impressionistic oil paintings. sold a bunch. sculptures. sold a bunch. use to love models. I have been building furniture recently. sold a few nice valuable pieces. Hit a slump with my artistic paintings and life. I deal with depression and got int a 5 year " who gives a f phase". these look like fun. Think im going for light houses.... some stunning light houses in my area. Thank you for a little beam of light in the dark clouds. (I carry on because I acknowledge the depression, and realize how blessed I really am, even if I cant actually see it some times. its just the imbalance talking)

[@mcpeteymcnustard7777]

I could watch this series til the day i die.

[@thebobloblawshow8832]

It’s really amazing what you do with simple, inexpensive supplies. It’s a true art form.

[@CatchTheseDubs]

Why am I addicted to this channel? I don't even build models/dioramas.

[@pchabanowich]

Beautiful crafting. This is a wonderful share - I’d not explored this kind of miniature world-building since having a model railroad in my youth, and seeing this tutorial likely would have inspired a different approach than the one I had. This kind of work with bonsai would be fabulous. Thank you.👍

[@victorbellew3759]

This is an awesome model! My grandpa used to own an old shack in Marble, Colorado, just a few miles down the road from this mill. We used to hike all the way to Crystal City, which was a ghost town at the time. We would also go the other way to the old marble quarry that was abandoned at the time. It was hundreds of feet deep and had old wooden stairs barely clinging to smooth white marble walls. Thank you for bringing back those wonderful memories with this model!!!

[@vkFlare]

Amazing work! Some images to the inspiration: kayak at the norway fjord, ATV mixing mud off the road, giant worm at metro station

[@michaelcoull8590]

Another fantastic video. The money shot + music at the end was just *chef's kiss emoji*

[@bucktoyota]

No idea how i came across this channel. Ive never built a diorama in my life, or even had interest in them. But i have stumbled on this channel and cant stop watching. Ive also been to this location. So cool to see your version. Keep it up.

[@melanisticmandalorian8909]

You know OSHA is a powerful organization when it shows up in your fantasy world.

[@tosteson1]

This is extraordinarily beautiful.

[@btkhshgz4509]

Now I can enjoy my weekends. ❤️

[@brocksamson4250]

That looks great, super cool with all the little details.

[@hurgle3197]

Amazing diorama! I live in Colorado and it seems like every office building has a photo of the Crystal mill lol you see it everywhere, I've always wanted to go and check it out but apparently it's quite a hike.

[@MarcinEstkowski]

I'm a gamemaster for the "deadlands RPG", so i dig the concept of your wild imaginary west universe.

[@brandonb1681]

I have watched loads of your vids, and this one is my favorite for some reason. Well done young man. TY.

[@deliarosemarroquin2243]

This might be my favorite addition to the Western series yet. Absolutely amazing!

[@iamgrays]

I really like this. Great work! I also like the idea of this setting as an RPG. It would be cool.

[@occamsrayzor]

This is beautiful! My favourite thing about your work, is that every piece tells a story and seems to have a history of its own.

[@eternalmiasma5586]

This imaginary Wild West, or “weird west” is my favorite series of yours, so cool!

[@charleschrisp5661]

You should make a gang of four armed werewolves half dressed in human clothes For your next monsters. I love this whole monster wild west series. Keep up the good work.

[@dem4xed]

You are a true artist. I love it so much!

[@Rebelwolf2023]

thats awesome .. great job.. look forward to ever Sunday to see whats next..

[@mistac5050]

This came out great! Love the painting process and the fall trees. Really liked the vibe from this one, it's a place that I would like to hang out!

[@irish3335]

Another fantastic build well done! Thanks for sharing

[@Anna-wf8ph]

This is just stunning. The yellow trees and that grey background... just perfect picture. My favourite so far.

[@BooshojoSenshi]

Love the Weird Wild West theme you've been doing. It's so creative and looks amazing. Thank you for sharing your talents with us!

[@ketanbhave3888]

What an incredible piece of art!

[@smoothedspoon1302]

this is my favorite youtube series

[@markc.7984]

Looking really good. I really dig the weird west series.

[@michaelbordonaro6515]

Love this one especially the fall colors!

[@hamburgpenguin3516]

I dont think I will ever have as much patience as you

[@BritishBeeMan]

This is beautiful, and the music at the end for the beauty shots PERFECTLY matched the tone of the scene!

[@onecoolhand11]

What is the song?!!

[@darthvader073]

00:43 My grandparents in Croatia have this exact photo framed in their living room, as long as I could remember. This was really a blast from the past. Beautiful work as always!

[@Nibbles015]

I really really enjoyed that video. Its an amazing homage to the workers who electrified the US and the model really expands the world story!! 😁👌

[@williamd1732]

I said it once, I'll say it again..... love your imagination and the things you come up with. Very entertaining. Thank you!

[@tbourque39]

This guy is insanely good 👍 just found this channel and can't stop watching

[@rued2997]

you should join all of your builds together into a large and really cool imaginary western collosal diorama. it would be awesome. also, this is really impressive

[@minustaco42zero24]

Man I've been waiting for the next Wild Imaginary West piece. I'm totally invested in this world now. Thank you for that.