I ALMOST GAVE UP!: Cyberpunk Diorama, the most COMPLICATED project I've ever done

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

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[@anonymousgamer9639]

I like it better with more music but it was ok i didn't liked the squeaking sounds , it is your choice how you want to do it. with the music it was more calming, I will love your content and i'm biggggg fan of yours. never stop doing it ❤❤❤

[@anonymousgamer9639]

try to click on read more buttonnnnn

[@6feetthing]

why don't u start ur own Skillshare class Neil ?

[@RPRsChannel]

Ahh....a slow, calm, nice build without fake narrative. Good job Neil, good job.

[@readhistory2023]

Did try your mortar mix as grout before you came up with the idea to use the snow flock?

[@Miscast]

Bloody lovely Neil, turning out a treat. Thanks for using our greebly bits!!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks Trent! :) We'll be seeing more of those bits up close in Part 2!

[@catinathermostat6416]

Miscast you could use some lights for some enemies (magic/fire) for your tabletop projects.

[@mj3818]

Other than the squeaking styrofoam sounds 😅 I absolutely enjoyed everything else about this video style! Your builds are INSANE, love it!!!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Sorry I really tried to cut out or at least quiet down as much of that as I could! My wife hates it too😆

[@mj3818]

@@RealTerrainHobbies haha! Sorry to pile it on 😆 I’m really looking forward to part II

[@EricVanWinkle]

These videos are great as tutorials. For those of us who haven't managed to really engage in the hobbies we love, they are inspirational. For those who can't afford to pay attention, they are awesome background, but the styrofoam sounds are tough to hear.

[@carolyngames7705]

I'd rather hear the squeaky or a bit of music. This guy talks way too much but never makes much sense.

[@danm3780]

Silicone sticks to itself well. In the future, you could use silicone glue.

[@killallmortals]

or silicone caulk

[@MissKikkiKat]

For the silicone covered LEDs, I suggest clear silicone caulking. The only thing I've found that sticks to silicone is silicone.

[@ShyGuy_-fn3um]

I wish I could get into diorama making I think it is really cool what you do

[@simioni]

Do it! No need to start with something this complicated. Start small and see where it gets from there. It's a really fun hobby! (:

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

You can totally get into this sort of thing. As @@simioni stated, start small! It's so satisfying to see what you can make with your own hands and the more you do it, the more confident you'll become with it. :)

[@katiebellmichelle]

Ohhh yes do it and share it with us 😅🤩

[@sar2908]

For gluing silicone together, or silicone to other stuff, try Technicqll Silicone Universal glue. Sorry if someone has already mentioned this recommendation, I didn’t read through all the comments.

[@abdulrahmanel-gamal772]

I liked for ur politeness 😊

[@TheNuovaman]

Much better format. Its direct and relatable. Far too many you tubers are trying to turn their videos into a Spielberg epic with overproduction. I just skip past those. This is far more informative and interesting. Thank you.

[@tolkienrocks]

I like the new style! Very ASMR-like, which I appreciate since not a lot of terrain or mini channels take that approach with mics and editing.

[@RokuroCarisu]

ASMR is overrated. It's cool when Bard's Craft does it though, because he makes fun of it.

[@TheTrueUlfhednar]

As someone who got into terrain crafting because of youtubers like you, Black Magic Craft and others, I can 100% appreciate the more raw as-it-is style of this video. It can be easy for good B Roll and voice overs to make the work seems short and easy. But it's a process, and can be a long one. Great job again man.

[@manrajsahi2678]

I have been waiting for so long. Can't wait to check this out.

[@lilpixie25]

I really enjoy this format rather than the heavy music editing that happens on a lot of craft shows because it gives a better sense of the time it takes for a craftsman to actually make something (which most people don't realize and I wish they would). It is also very calming to listen to the atmosphere imo

[@GoobertownHobbies]

aaahh, this is soo cool!!! also, so stressful when your greebles build plate was dripping on your table ;-)

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

lol I was waiting for someone to mention that. Nice one XD

[@therealDonMac]

I wait what seems like forever for a new RTH video. It's always very worth the wait!

[@DanielleGhost]

I really like the real time footage! It's so hard to wrap your head around how long something takes when everything is sped up. Great video! Did I hear Lance from Autoshine in the background? Love him! 🤣

[@fozziefoxx]

This was so cool to watch, man. So glad you didn't give up! I love this format with a bit of voice over, a bit of music, hearing you work and whatever podcasts/videos you're listening to. You have so much talent. Thanks for sharing with us ^_^

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks so much for letting me know! Really glad you like the format. Put a smile on my face. :)

[@junkyard_dog18]

I favour this format! It's nice and natural to hear the sounds of objects and such. It also puts the audience in a similar headspace as you were when working, which I appreciate.

[@PlayLyss]

What you do is so incredibly satisfying and calming to watch. I cannot believe I am the 67th comment here because your work is so amazing I would expect you to be one of the most subscribed-to art channels. I know you get a lot of "wow, this is great" comments and I know they blur together, so I hope you know I am a random stranger who is taking time out of my busy day to watch specifically your work and doing so with excitement and anticipation because it is so interesting to watch. Just let that sink in. I subscribed to you after Jazza's video and have been so excited to see what else you do after watching nearly all of your other videos. Maybe it sounds weird but I just wish my favorite KZbinrs could know how talented they are and how much we appreciate them and sometimes I feel like a generic comment isn't enough to get that through. You're amazing. Please don't ever stop. ❤️

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

This so made my day. Thank you so much for the lovely and very kind words. It means a lot to read this, so thank you for taking the time to type this out and say something so kind. ❤️

[@PlayLyss]

@@RealTerrainHobbies So glad it reached you. You are very welcome. Meant every word. :)

[@narratordave7831]

Well I am very excited to see how this turns out in part two. And don't be surprised if the gang wander by the Palace Pub now that you've made it Reboot.exe canon

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Heeeeeeyyyyyy now that would be slick if that were to happen. Thanks Dave! Looking forward to chapter 8!!

[@processseer6693]

I really, really like the style of this video. Very captivating.

[@Rastamahatma]

Adafruit makes a board called the "trinket" that is nice for stuff like this.

[@ThelemicMagick]

So awesome to have a build in this underexposed style! Great job (again)!

[@meitakeuchi8878]

Found your channel through Jazza’s colab video with you and now I can’t stop binge watching

[@desertfairychickres4021]

Recovering from surgery and this was wonderful. Just like I work. Mostly quiet... no TV in the background maybe the radio on occasionally. Loved it. Can't wait to dive back in. Blessings

[@darrellpidgeon6440]

I have a feeling this will turn out great, despite the struggle with architecture and lights. Can't wait for the big finish!

[@MyklCarlton]

Resin printing - I recently added a Wham Bam magnetic build plate to my Photon and it's wonderful. I can remove the whole print job from the base, throw the lot into a wash and cure without removing it from the plate (less warping). Then a gentle flex and everything pops off. I got a double kit so I can have one lot processing while another job has already started. Looking forward to Part 2!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey that sounds pretty cool! I'm going to have to look into that...

[@onamiv]

I like this direction style for this video. Music introduced in stages is working well, many other channels play looped music which does become draining in a weird way. The ambient sounds are a great touch. Sounds more organic. Also triggers that ASMR!! 👍 Hope you continue with this video direction!

[@Cottoncandycorner]

Just found your channel wonderful stuff here

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thanks and welcome! :)

[@simonegrigoletto359]

New editing style is very enjoyable!

[@Theoneandonlydramaqueen.]

I find all of the snipping, carving and cutting sounds so ✨Satisfying ✨

[@Myth_62]

Cool stuff. I mod computers and use a technique that might work really well with signs. Just take some thin and light acrylic sheet or plexi and shape it as you wish. then scratch the surface to your desire and any lighting passing it adds a nice frosted or old worn look.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey cool idea!😯

[@waaaghmaster1958]

I for one, love the new format

[@randomcactus5615]

I can hear Dave and jazza in the background, tabletop time is cool

[@gr1m5potato99]

The organic way this video is filmed is so nice, I really like it.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Awesome, glad you liked it and thanks for the feedback :)

[@xander407]

I like the new format and how you stayed more positive than usual!

[@VihreaPaiva]

This new format, with less music and all is really good! Much prefer this.

[@Redshift1360]

I like the new format, it’s very relaxing. Both formats are great. Maybe switch between the two occasionally:)

[@mariahstork3128]

I hope you find this helpful. I saw you were struggling with the silicone in the string lights, I've learned that silicone will only stick to silicone. If you can get your hands on silicone based caulking that should work.

[@biancaesteban1652]

Backlit signs need a diffuse light to work. My recommendation is a bright LED in the centre, then thin white paper to diffuse the light, then apply your acetate prints.

[@jessicafulkerson8364]

I like the new video format its very immersive! It was so neat to see you using Arduino as we use the Arduino Uno and the Feather Huzzah in my classes at college, this is great homework inspiration.

[@quinns.3153]

I'm so amazed by your creations. Can't wait for part 2!

[@ShadowMage3D]

You could use the diffuser sheet from an old lcd screen as backing for your light boards. Or maybe a layer or two of white tissue paper.

[@oldmanofthemountains3388]

I think my favorite part of channels like this is watching the artist's progress. You are doing some AMAZING work! Especially incorporating LEDs.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thank you very much! Cheers:)

[@esidarblade9833]

The cork board is a really good trick. It’s one of the many things that I have lots of so I use it to it’s full extent.

[@TheDnDCoalition]

Different style of video.... IT’S AWESOME!😍 Love the longer videos and the way you make them a journey we can follow along with. Great work my dude, your videos are always a treat.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks Cameron! Much appreciated man and really glad you liked the format! :)

[@TheDnDCoalition]

@@RealTerrainHobbies Would love to see more content from you brother. You've got yourself a new Patron to help support the these videos!

[@sergiovasconcellosocriativo]

Beautiful job. In my case, I used a translucent foil to put in behind the transparent plaque, to distribution of the light on the "neon". Or I print directly on a translucent foil. The "neon light" distribution is better. Cheers.

[@DanSchuhrke]

Neil, if you put a piece of tracing paper behind your clear acetate paper signs, the color wont wash out when you light them up. They'll light up just as bright too. Just an fyi. Great build!

[@amsyarmalek7]

Damn, what a masterpiece. I love your new format as well. It’s like a therapy to me, watching you building cool stuff with less music & more ASMR-ish sounds produced from crafting your builds. I love it!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks for the feedback man. Appreciate it and glad you liked it! :)

[@johnhanley5546]

Very enjoyable - almost theuraputic. Keep them coming.

[@dragoneyeshatesg00gle76]

silicone wire use silicone caulking to hold in place the caulking when fresh should be just caustic enough to bind the tube to itself before drying. don't use a lot use the small toothpaste type dispenser (warning paint wont bind to it you can add pigment to the caulking when fresh [messy but works])

[@danieldraws]

Wow I am always inspired by fellow artists like you!

[@that_guyerik1864]

I didn’t see anyone else post it but i buy the foam core from the dollar store. readi board i think is the brand. both sides of paper peel of really easy i’ve always been of fan of your work it’s so beautiful and this project is no different. absolutely amazing

[@cbsg5861]

Hi Neil, love the new video format! Thx for giving a shout-out to Backbone, it looks so cool! Btw if this or any future dioramas you build will make it into a Tabletop Time collab, I'm gonna die.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Uh oh, well you had better be careful then... 😬😬😬😉

[@krltslnd4186]

😊I want to do a Gotham city... 1989 style

[@BillMakingStuff]

great build, and loving the new format

[@tomtruesdale6901]

Looking great so far. Perhaps you could use common paper staples to hold the silicon LED strips in place instead of the heavy wire hooks as they are thinner and less noticeable? You would still have to install them by hand after reshaping them. Looking forward to Part 2

[@JordanLeigh]

I’d love to see you and Jeremy collab with each other. Maybe getting some of the same packs of parts/pieces/models and seeing the different ways you both go about putting something together with it/different techniques you use, and/or using the same mood board and seeing what different materials you choose to achieve that style/aesthetic, and then maybe zoom call with each other to discuss your approaches and show off your models! Maybe throw something like that in a list of “what the heck do I want to do for a video next month” if you feel like you’re stuck or unenthused with a work in progress and need a little palette cleanser. I want to do that with my friends and challenge myself to learn something new, but none of them are terrain nerds. Closest hobby in common we have is resin 3D printing and minipainting. I enjoy Jeremy’s channel so much, been watching for a few years now I think, and I don’t think I’ve seen him use cork much in his builds that I would like to see him get challenged to do. Glad I stumbled across your channel today, it’s been fun going through a bunch of your builds! I feel really inspired by your dedication and attention to detail.

[@darkplaguecrafting693]

Fair play for sticking to it awesome video as always 👌👍

[@MidIslandCustomDiecast]

I can't wait to see how this thing turns out

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks man :)

[@mamumurako]

I think I’m too late for this suggestion. You can sew with needle and black thread or transparent nylon thread on the silicone lights to clamp it in place faster and easier. The foam board is super easy to sew into, same with the rubber sheets. I really love this project!

[@dominicdussault95]

This was worth the wait, awesome video, awesome build

[@dcaldwell1026]

That was fantastic, thank you. I mainly do D&D terrain and this had some different techniques that I hadn't seen before that I really enjoyed. I appreciate the time and effort you took on this.

[@TheFreeBass]

I'm prob'ly too late, but one thing you could try w/ your marquee lights would be to put a clear laminate of some sort over them instead of gluing them directly (seeing how well they're aligned / held by the grooves already).

[@_potat0729]

I honestly liked it most when you mixed both your crafting sounds with the music. It helped drown out the background noise you were talking about. Maybe just if the music was a tad quieter? And I love it when you cut in with comments or explanations. Just my humble opinion tho. Anyways, I LOVE watching you build and I always get so inspired watching your vids. I can’t wait to see your next project 💕

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks for the feedback! I'm kind of with you on all of that. Ppl are split about the format, but I think the way you describe it is a good happy medium. :) And thanks for the compliments! Glad you enjoy my work.☺️

[@KylaraKuhn]

i think it's not a bad idea splitting things up and showing a bit more of what you do and reflect some more. That way you can get twice the amount of content in the same time. Format is cool with me.. even if I like the old format too. And.... can't wait to see part 2 of this! Super nice again Neil

[@lukaswiedermann5040]

I love your way of making videos since the Jazza video. It inspired me to build my own, first Diorama. It's great that you show, that you don't need expensive Tools to build an amazing looking Diorama. Keep on working! Tip for the foam core: You can actually buy foam Plates without paper. They are called Depron plates and you can get them in a variety of sizes and thickness. You usually use them for model airplanes but I think they would work great for you builds too.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thanks for the feedback and great tip on the Depron plates! I'm definitely looking into those! Thanks!! :)

[@edgardisneyparks]

Amazing videos as always! Much better to hear the sounds of materials, sometimes the music was a little distracting

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks, and thanks for the feedback as well!

[@stophnerf]

When you started using the foam sheets with the built up grooves, it made me think of the different extruded profiles you can get from rubber weatherproofing strips. Have a look at them when you're next in a hardware store, it'd give you a bunch of neat ideas I'm sure

[@MiniatureLandscapeHobbies]

Thanks for this. Your builds and the fact that you are a fellow Canadian family man/terrain builder is what inspired me to start my channel.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey that's really awesome to hear about your channel! Went over and subscribed! :)

[@cherolynwolf5913]

I was thinking you used wire to clamp the wire, but I use Bobby pins when I transplant plant parts to hold them down!

[@Jarjarvideos]

Normal printer paper or even parchment paper behind those transparent signs would probably really help diffuse the light and still keep them looking bright, as the type of sign they're based on are usually printed onto a white plastic

[@Jarjarvideos]

Plus then you won't need to line anything up

[@sspence65]

Love the format. the light music here and there, time lapse, and especially the pizza ...

[@ed-schramm]

Really love the use of less music, it really makes it more immersive in the environment

[@rino_bwn2836]

THE BEST AND THE GREATEST I'VE HAVE SEEN SO FAR. CONGRATULATIONS ON THIS ACHIEVEMENT IT GAVE ME TEARS OF JOY JUST BY WATCHING THIS

[@tzisorey]

There's different quality levels of silicone like that covering the lights - some are more resistant than others (the platinum-cure stuff is nigh on untouchable) - but my personal experience is that your best chance to 'glue' it will be with the silicone sealant you use around showers/bathtubs. The solvent in that will let it adhere to the lower-tier silicone objects. If _that_ doesn't work, then I doubt anything will.

[@mione3690]

looooooove the new approach to the audio. Great job in editing the campaign you were listening to, and then blending into music.

[@rdoetjes]

I used the acetate sheets since the early 90s to make PCBs at home. Initially we used photocopiers to copy the black and white printed version onto 2 sheets of acetate. Later you had inkjet printers that could do it on special versions. And now laserprinters are dirt cheap and you can do it on that. BTW that bay and the marquee can be made easier with styrene. Styrene is rigid nice and smooth and easy to cut and work with; plus it’s cheap.

[@alexnicholson9329]

I think that the last touch for the 'Palace Pub' signs is to put something behind each side so that you can't see behind them, it would make them a tad cleaner in my opinion.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Yeah I was unsure what to do about that while still making them really glow and pop. Somone had suggested vellum paper which I think will work well to diffuse the light!

[@brigandboy1425]

Man your video editing has gotten to the point of being almost on par with your terrain building. Both are superb.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks man. :) Cheers!

[@DoughnutsInspace]

I'm happy to see you didn't give up, a good challenge, making mistakes and rectifying them is how we all learn to become better at anything. you and Boulder Creek Railways are my go to channels for diorama builds, keep up the great work an I am looking forward to the next part.

[@RossFlack]

Those silicone tube lights could be put in a clear plastic drinking straw. You might have to cut out a slit to make the light fit snug in them but the plastic straws will definitely glue down. A clear straw off of a juice box might small enough to work.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Great idea! This is a genius suggestion.

[@CamasWeavers]

Project turned out spectacularly! Thankful for less music. I appreciate the work being done for my own projects, somehow in these kinds of videos, music drowns out what Im looking for in my opinion.

[@eternalconfusion6226]

I SO WANNA TRY THIS!!!! Beautiful work!!! Incredible craftsmanship!!!!

[@MonstrousMaker]

You've been such an inspiration to me in the last several months. In fact, I've been so inspired that I created my own channel for sculpting with polymer clay and dioramas. 😍

[@earthdisasterdiorama]

I really feel you, making a Diorama is so hard and really need enough patient specially when you want a very good result of a project... 😇😄☺

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

So true :)

[@MonkeyJedi99]

I love the idea of using the white snow grit for mortar. I have a project I've been putting off because I didn't know how I wanted to do the mortar. I was contemplating getting grout, but I don't need it in the amounts the stores near me sell. I have a tub of the white grit, and I will be able to use that. Thanks! - Again, cork is so versatile. And both you and Jeremy at Black Magic Craft used the pack of multi-color EVA foam in videos this week.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Haha, that's funny. I havent watched his video yet this week but I'll have to go give it a watch now :D

[@newtybot]

I think if you put a thin piece of paper behind the laminate graphics it would act as a defuser and make more of the sign light up evenly

[@natc.5940]

I love watching you work! Your sound choices are killing me…. I watch you on the big screen tv to see as much detail as possible, but my husband has sound/pitch triggered migraines and I just can’t watch this vid with him here at home all day. I tried, but jumping on the sound volume constantly and trying to anticipate changes from voice to music to ambient was maddening.

[@jarrettsterrainminis]

You and your work are inspirational. Keep up the incredible work, and thank you for all the effort you put into your videos.

[@yuvrajahluwalia1132]

seriously good editing

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks very much :)

[@nowthisnamestaken]

Really enjoy the new format. Pizza looked ok. The barricades are called 'Bollards'...at 30 minutes in I thought I heard attorneys playing. I like that inclusion. You can add anything in there, anything you want.I like the format.

[@s197shelby]

Can you post where you got all the lighting products you used? Those flexible neon like lights are perfect for an upcoming project I have.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Yes, sorry I'll get those in the description. I'll be putting it all up in part two as well!

[@MagmaticOfficial]

That sign (before you painted it silver and stuff) was giving me some hard San Francisco vibes

[@valeriebrincheck6034]

I wonder if silicone caulking that’s used for sealing bathtubs would work to glue those lights.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hmm, there's an idea to try... The trouble would be it's cure time which is usually quite a while. But if it can be clamped in place and it ends up working that's a great solution

[@valeriebrincheck6034]

@@RealTerrainHobbies - I looked into it a little more just because I was curious and also because I am a fellow crafter and it seems that only silicone will bond silicone. There seems to be several brands that will do the trick that will cure faster then bathtub caulk. One mentioned is Silpoxy and another is Devcon silicone adhesive which may be available at maybe Lowe’s or Home Depot. (I know you can order the Devcon on Amazon.)

[@goatmealcookies7421]

Really impressive level of details, creativity, and skills. Awesome build. Like the video format.

[@chugchug72]

A month late, but this is exactly what I need for my projects, absolutely wonderful and exquisite!

[@thehamburgergod5543]

Both you and Jazza inspired me to start diorama making myself! Thank you for awesome content

[@fishbol478]

I really like this new ASMR style! It really draws you into the process and great work once again!!

[@AlextheLordofFire]

Realy loved the editing for this video. Great ambient, great atmosphere, and I myself dont usually put that much attention into this kind of stuff, but this time it stood out to me. I will enjoy future videos with this style, keep it up!

[@node77]

That section from 16m with the music and your fellow toobers chatting was something else. Amazing build, totally unique production.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks, aI really liked that part too 😊