How to make realistic Rocks for your HO Model Train Layout - Part 1

[@LoneRanger5150]

I don't care about your English. You speak the language of modelers and that's all you need. Keep it up!!

[@darkgilmour]

You are obviously an artist. Even with a tutorial, it's not for everybody's hands... Great job!

[@TheArkDoc]

I'll add to what everyone else is saying. These are among the best modeled rocks I have seen on KZbin--you are an artist with those blades. Thank you for sharing.

[@dominiccruz1201]

Wow! I can see how you can create realistic rocks by using plaster and carving out the shape with your knife. It is certainly an option I can use when I create my rock formation. Thank you for making this video and for sharing your techniques.

[@jojohnson8062]

So glad I found your channel. I’m a beginner with model railroading.. Me and my great grand son are building memories. He is 8yrs old

[@edwardberwind8544]

Very clever , tedious work but well worth it. Your attention to detail is phenomenal.

[@mike1968442]

Best looking free made (no mold) I’ve ever seen! Excellent job! Very calming, I could watch you all day long. (I’m healing a low back injury)

[@mikeh4800]

Best video I have seen on this subject. I am going to use your technique to make rock for my layout. Thank you for posting.

[@frankpalmer6678]

I like how you let the material dictate to you where it wants to be cut. Then you have to work fast because your mind is 2 steps ahead of hands. Fantastic.

[@geeezzzberger]

Not lots of wasted time talking just demonstration - awesome!!

[@chriscrawford1958]

Best technique and most realistic landscape I’ve ever seen! Thanks!

[@PoorBoyPennyShow]

THATS THE WAY I LIKiE IT ,,,,HIGH DETAIL REALISTIC ,,,good work on the rocks ,so many people don't get it ,,but i do,,,

[@FishplateFilms]

You've taught a 40 year modeller a new trick Sir! Brilliant work and I'm practising this weekend! New to this scenery stuff but you're a great teacher. Cheers Gregg.

[@stavio12]

I used this technique today on my layout, results were awesome. This by far, is the best method for rocks. Thanks a lot for this wonderful tutorial.

[@joeycarter2678]

After viewing many rock face tuts here on KZbin this is by far the best looking results. Seriously, these look real and they aren't even painted yet. Amazing results.

[@Linda_Eskin]

Beautiful work! Thank you for sharing how you create this look. Amazing.

[@denysgodier2464]

So far the best video on making rocks I've ever Seen. Well done !

[@MarkMiller-zm2th]

That’s the most realistic rock formation I’ve seen modelled so far. Great work

[@carolyngair7051]

I’m making a highway construction set for a stopmotion feature. THIS was masterful. I’ve been following you step by step! The comments are right. You are a master artist of creating rocks.

[@quarryjunction-1969]

Great job very impressed. I have always used molds for my rocks in past but will follow your method on my new layout that Im building at the moment when I get to the landscape part of the build.

[@liss283]

You deserve more views. This is just absolutely amazing.

[@jaystanley5351]

Carving tools work really well also. I like your Rocky Mountain sides. Great work.

[@garthpaul6216]

By far the best rock scratch building video's you'll find.

[@Railshop-models]

We here at Wapiti Rail Shops enjoyed this video and will use your techniques on our layout currently under going a remodel. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@uvshine7584]

Im not into all this railway stuff..i came across your video and i have to say you had me watching from beginning to end ..Thank you they are really fantastic rocks..Keep up this great work.

[@masone7293]

I would love to thank you for such a well made video. After numorous purchased molds and failed attemps at making rock facing I had nearly given up. If it did not crumbled it looked like a blob. But now I have made some convincing rocks. Which I enjoy and have made my grandkids go ahhh. One thinks I have special powers and can shrink things. LOL. TY very much for the instructional

[@ppgwhereeverett4412]

Great Videos (how to make rocks) !! Great layout location. I rode a freight over Tehachapi Loop in 1976 ! I'm just learning scenery ( N scale ) so I really appreciate this kind of stuff. YOU make it look easy ! Not so easy. I live in Roseville, Calif, about one block from the U.P. ( Southern Pacific ) engine house and the hump is just a half mile away. The Sierra Nevada Range starts in five miles and Donner Summit and the Snow Sheds are an hour away. On Google earth we are a Four Way Hub. One line North to Seattle, one south to L.A., one west to S.F. and really Two east , one is Donner Summit and the other is Feather River Canyon. Empties east over Donner, loaded west through the Feather River, a little less steep.

[@GreggCaNative]

Awesome results, thank you for sharing this technique.

[@crusty3260]

Wow man, I have to tell ya, I've seen a lot of rock faces along the right of way, your attention to detail is amazing! I'm an Engineer in western Alberta, we have many rock cuts on our subdivisions. Your side banks and rocks are truly fantastic. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@TheFrogfeeder]

A lot of waste, but the results are phenomenal, best rocks and cliffs I seen yet. I think this is the method I’ll use also, thankyou for sharing!

[@JamesTu]

A brilliant demonstration of your modeling skills. Thankyou!

[@redbarnz]

Thank you for doing this fantastic demonstration of your artistic skill... you are very talented and an artist!

[@BNSFUPRailroader]

redbarnz Thank you for your kind comment 😇‼️

[@adamjohan8258]

Thank you so much for this awesome idea. I know people probably been doing this for years, but I was moulding rocks and finding it very hard to make nice and seamless. But trying your method today I literally did so much and seemed allot more effortless and was actually really enjoyable I’m kinda addicted to it at the moment.

[@colossalbigfoot256]

I’ve watched this a few times, whenever I’m making rocks and YT vids for help. Your rocks look better than the molded rocks. Looks great man!!

[@redbarnz]

OMG... you are an Artist with plaster!!!!! Sooooo impressive!

[@rasmushansen6379]

Mate it looks fucking amazing!! best rocks I have seen so far, I have just ordered 20 kgs of plaster to try your method.

[@PeterCPRail8748]

Fantastic fully formed and chiseled rocks!!!

[@michaelmoore2802]

Very good rocks...some of the best I've seen....nice 👌

[@fakenoobyup5492]

Amazing Work of Art in those rocks ...Its given me the inspiration and the courage to try this too ...Thanx BNSFUPRailroader

[@skgb75]

Ive been thinking about doing the same thing but wasnt sure if plain old plaster of paris would hold up. Thx for showing that it works!

[@dr.dingus3453]

Wat a vision this guy has! Very talented.

[@markdeschane4467]

Great work! Would very much like to see this layout after painting and completion of the scenic Details! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@jaybickford512]

Awesome work, my friend. I am definitely going to try some of your techniques on my layout. And don't worry about your English. It's fine. And certainly better than my German. 😊

[@flyingporker100]

Excellent video. I will be back when I do my rock cuttings.

[@dbxlfan6766]

My word your killer best video ever. True talent

[@hobbycow5346]

Amazing work!!! Who needs rock molds! Thanks for sharing such a great technique!

[@dismaldog]

As a plasterer-i can say that you are a master my friend-that is fantastic!

[@plto4ka]

Great idea. Thanks for sharing. Great layout!

[@mikeh4800]

Really well done. Thank you for sharing your technique.

[@eteres-n6g]

very organic a realist look!! well done

[@kevinmartin1065]

Really enjoyed your tutorial it is very impressive and I will have a go at this method.

[@monsterpower7848]

you are a great master!!! As I can see you have planty of place for modelling.

[@fandru5538]

This is just amazing ! So beautiful ! The most realistic and beautiful mountain scenery i have ever seen so far. Problem is, this is not only a matter of technique. You can show us how you do this, and it is certainly worth of it. But, eventually, what makes your rocks so beautiful, is their shapes, the rythm and variety of smaller and bigger parts and to do this at the level you achieve, you need a true artistic eye and feel. That's with no doubt your case, but not the case of everybody. Whatever, i'm gonna try, too... thanks a lot for the tips and congratulations again.

[@BNSFUPRailroader]

Thank you so very much for your kind words. It makes me proud to know that there are modelrailroaders all over the world who are interested in my work... Cheers Volker

[@EAP7708]

What a wonderful job!!! Thanks for posting this...I will certainly use your instructions on my new layout!

[@jackwatts8089]

Im so envious of your talent, wow..

[@markvines8721]

A real inspiration I have to say. If I knew how I will send you a couple of photos of what I have done. A great video both parts 1 and 2. You should be proud of what you have achieved. Cheers Mark

[@markvanroosmalen5873]

you are truly an incredible artist I have really enjoyed your tutorial many thanks

[@charlieb.4400]

I was impressed w/ the worn trails on finished landscape. A wood carving knife would keep me from squirming in my chair. Sharpe but more durable than box cutter.

[@13thWindowEntertainment]

Found this very helpful. Thank you.

[@rdc2724]

Wow, when I started watching the video, I was sure you were gonna show how to make rocks using a mold! They look very realistic, great job!

[@lapinebob]

Very nice rocks. The best I have ever seen.

[@Vikingman2024]

Great job! Excellent work!

[@joellekarma]

WOW! Very impresive way to make mountains. I really enjoyed this video.

[@jamesburba1995]

Very nice rock work. I learned something from you today. Thank you !

[@Sardschka]

Love your approach! Extremely realistic! Thanks for sharing your technique

[@phil36310]

Seems time consuming but the result is the best I've seen so far ! Thanks for sharing !

[@rva1945]

Time should never be a factor in any hobby.

[@remlya]

Time is always a factor. Most people have a finite amount of time to devote to a hobby. Unless they’re retired. If someone spends 2 hours on a method that can be accomplished in half the time because they don’t know how to do it more efficiently, then they’ve wasted time that they could have spent doing something else.

[@rva1945]

@@remlya I meant, you should never give up a hobby just because it takes time. You should enjoy the time it takes! So no matter how long to takes to finish the layout as long as you are enjoying it. I can barely use 2 hs a day and not on a daily basis. Never mind, I enjoy my still unfinished layout.

[@victorsurprise8437]

very realistic, results obviously a rock lover. Masterful Rocks

[@oliverv9002]

😮😮😮😮 This is so amazing!! Nvr thought it can be done like this. Normally ppl just use foam. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@marcc3514]

Love on the rocks - superb modelling technique

[@jamescarr9395]

Very instructive! I enjoyed this very much.

[@mrscalifdreamer]

Wow! So not for beginners. Lol! And ambidextrous with those knives! You, sir, are amazing!

[@johnschutt9187]

Excellent work! Thank you.

[@BabarArts]

Such a amazing work. great

[@OliverF-w2y]

Very realistic. Compliment. 👍

[@briscoethecollie1510]

Wow! This is an awesome way to make rock effect scenery, if I were still into gaming, I'd love to make a Klendathu desert type setting and use Hell's Half Acre (where the movie was filmed) as a guide. Great upload, thanks.

[@danijellikar8779]

Woooow this is one heck of rock forming job! great work, excellent outcome of your effort. The best rocks I have seen. At one point I have noticed you had tried to lever the rock off with the knife but the blade just keeps bending as if there were not enough force to break the plaster off. Have you ever tried with sometning more sturdy, a wide screwdriver maybe? Anyway, amazing rocks!

[@winterhaydn5640]

I was thinking maybe it'd be good to tint the plaster beforehand, and then paint extra detail when it's dry .... then you could also save those tiny bits of plaster to use for ground cover/filler as scattered rocks. Just an idea.

[@fsk_hrtm]

Du bist echt der beste felsen modellierer den ich je gesehn habe!!

[@KikoFJGS]

Simply great. Best rocks ever. Fantastic piece of help por me. Thanks!!!.

[@BNSFUPRailroader]

Thank you so very much!!!! Cheers Volker

[@williamcasper6215]

Very good. Thanks for recording this.

[@rogermat]

This looks soo nice! The best I've seen so far.

[@coffey3c]

Absolutely superbe. Some of the best that I've seen, even though I think this 'Technique' is more a result of your artistry. Very nicely done. subscribe.

[@nurabdul1436]

Wonderful results!! Well done!

[@brtree74]

Fantastic tutorial. Thanks for sharing. Amazing.

[@billgawlikowski3631]

Hi there what type of plaster are you using looks amazing

[@scopex2749]

Very excellent and clever thank you for sharing

[@loop5720]

So satisfying to watch, hear, and gaining knowledge a bit! ;D

[@loop5720]

I thought this video is about developing a game, but it's much better...This is so well made, I'm proud of you! If I made a movie, I would use this for my movie project for a miniature + CGI scene...

[@donwells9494]

UTUBE holds a treasury of rock modeling skills from foam to this free modeling technique. Just a couple years ago there was nothing. Your tutorial is incredible. Your results are mind boggeling! Just incredible. Im wondering if a different modeling material that will hold up under water will work as well as the plaster does? I would like to do this in a vivarium that will have a waterfall.

[@mrsplashventures]

Absolutely amazing

[@tomrab9291]

Awesome would like to know what kind of plaster you use?

[@BNSFUPRailroader]

I use Plaster of Paris☝️

[@Demun1649]

Having been a mountaineer, I would say that there are many different types of rock. Yours look like sandstone, rather than slate, basalt, granite, chalk, dolomite, coal, and they all have different textures, and dangers. Your sandstone looks great, by the way. I am having slate on my next layout, nice and wet, and slippery, and home to moles.

[@mpeterll]

Very nice work!

[@randysrockandrollrailroad8207]

You sir are a master at this, it looks like real rock formations! I would share this video, thanks for sharing

[@BNSFUPRailroader]

Thank you so very much Randy! Greetings from Deutschland, Volker

[@FougarouBe]

Halo ! I agree with Randy ! This is classic technique but you use it really well ! And your layout scenery looks really great ! Cheers ! :)

[@creation1962]

You went the full Edward Scissorhands at about 8:30, cool. Nice work, man.

[@ppgwhereeverett4412]

Made Me Laugh !!

[@mikeh2412]

What do you use for plaster? Your rocks are fabulous.

[@mr.yuuochung8083]

im gonna use these techniques to make little set for mini photography. I don’t own any model trains but they look pretty cool and fun.

[@michaelcipres4228]

Sir, this was truly a great work of art. Hopfully after some pracatice,no after much work l may be able to do some of this in the future.thank for your demonstration.

[@peterocallaghan3867]

brilliant, thanks for sharing

[@Grapist1]

Thank you so much for this tutorial!!! You're gifted bro :D

[@taoskid8769]

What kind of plaster do you use? I use hydrocal mixed with vinegar to slow the setting process. I use water on my brush as the hydrocal is very hard and dries fast . I let it set then carve the details, smoothing it with a little water. Perhaps a softer plaster will enable me to use the dry method of carving? Thanks for the wonderful video! ( I live in Las Vegas Nevada and the rocksyou carve look like the ones I see everyday) Viele Danke!