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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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 😅🤩

[@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. :)

[@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 😊

[@therealDonMac]

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

[@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. :)

[@manrajsahi2678]

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

[@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!!

[@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

[@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

[@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!

[@ThelemicMagick]

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

[@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.

[@xander407]

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

[@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... 😬😬😬😉

[@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...

[@Boylei]

This is incredible so far! Look forward to following along with this project. Very inspiring!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thanks man!! You know what, I could for the life of me remember where I saw those silicon filament LEDs but I'm just now realizing it was your channel! Sorry man, I should have given you a shout out for that. I'll make sure to do so in the future, you make amazing content over there man. :)

[@Boylei]

@@RealTerrainHobbies No problem! I’m glad you found out about them, you put them to great use! They are quite the awesome little lights! Using them as neon signs was a clever idea.

[@processseer6693]

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

[@mione3690]

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

[@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!

[@meitakeuchi8878]

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

[@darrellpidgeon6440]

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

[@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

[@waaaghmaster1958]

I for one, love the new format

[@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.

[@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

[@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!! :)

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@quinns.3153]

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

[@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! :)

[@sspence65]

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

[@jessika702]

So so so well done. The build & the video itself. Keep up the amazing work Neil. Can't wait to see the end result!

[@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.

[@Cottoncandycorner]

Just found your channel wonderful stuff here

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thanks and welcome! :)

[@BillMakingStuff]

great build, and loving the new format

[@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.

[@Redshift1360]

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

[@itsmefabrice]

As a creative director in a completely different field, I can feel your frustration going through that process. It's like failing 'til it all comes together and works (and sometimes not). But if I could recommand you one more step to add to your workflow to ease your pain and bring some relief to your process it would be to create conceptual sketches of what you want to come with. Even elementary one(s) but that'll help seting your tone, intentions, volumes, perspectives, etc in addition of saving a shitload of time trying different things again and again (on a conceptual point of view, you'll still have your fair amount of wasted time handling materials, of that I'm sure ^^). Anyways something is still definitely missing here between your benchmark/moodboarding and the execution of your project. Keep up the good work, it's so inspirational and your commitment and its result definitely makes me dream. :) +1 hell of deserved sub

[@_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.☺️

[@Theoneandonlydramaqueen.]

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

[@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:)

[@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!😯

[@eternalconfusion6226]

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

[@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.

[@RavensMinis]

This is such a fantastic build already! Lights scare me and I'm not really technical... but I can build buildings hahahaha Already following TTT of course. Love this diorama so far and the new kind of filming, like a 'craft along' kind of thing. Thanks for sharing!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thanks!!! Sorry was going to reply but you know how the comment section can get. love your work over on your channel! :)

[@RavensMinis]

@@RealTerrainHobbies thanks so much, Neil! I really appreciate that!

[@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

[@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. 😍

[@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 :)

[@goatmealcookies7421]

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

[@simonegrigoletto359]

New editing style is very enjoyable!

[@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

[@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! :)

[@fishbol478]

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

[@VihreaPaiva]

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

[@darkplaguecrafting693]

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

[@jarrettsterrainminis]

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

[@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

[@Rastamahatma]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@stars444]

Love this. Super happy you didn't give up!!!...Can't wait for part 2! And high-five for talking about Tabletop Time! I'm so glad they're back; Reboot.Exe is awesome. A future collab betwee you fine folks would make me giddy, lol :) Good luck with the rest of this build. We all await with bated breath!

[@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).

[@thehamburgergod5543]

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

[@dominicdussault95]

This was worth the wait, awesome video, awesome build

[@Mommamacnz]

I am really enjoying your new format. One of these days I will build something though I'm going to be doing it in a much larger scale (1/6) so I won't be able to have as many things in it.

[@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 :)

[@ConjuredCraft]

Can't wait to see part 2! It's looking amazing already

[@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!

[@mynamesmiked]

Your stuff always blows me away, but this is one of the coolest dioramas I've ever seen. Awesome work bud.

[@PLAGUE720]

You have a very nice talent for this type of work. I really appreciate and enjoy the time lapse part of your video so I can get a real idea on how long these projects actually take to complete? I wish I could like this video more than once, you're definitely an inspiration for myself, thanx for sharing another awesome piece of art with us. 🤘😈🤘

[@johnhanley5546]

Very enjoyable - almost theuraputic. Keep them coming.

[@danieldraws]

Wow I am always inspired by fellow artists like you!

[@kevinburgoni4010]

Way to keep at it, Neil. Watching the problem solving is always really cool and fun to watch.

[@MommyPoppins01]

Love the slow motion and editing!! You are so amazing with of the camera!!

[@punktobefree]

Absolutely loved the new format. Keep it going!

[@MFewwy]

Great to see that you keep improving your projects :)! You're an example for all of us

[@mjpete27]

I have not watched a lot of your videos but I did enjoy watching this format. I just don’t know how you even start a project without a plan or drawing. I have built parade floats and you got to have a plan. I believe that you can have even more success especially with buildings if you create a drawing. You might even try a half scale so your measurements are just doubled. I remember having trouble with routing lights and auto linked motors for repeating props. You are truly inspirational and doing great! I am looking forward to watching partv2 or even 3! See you then!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks very much for the comment and suggestion. I agree 100% on the drawing and creating a plan. I always think that will just take more time, but the reality is it'll probably save time in the long run. I'll definitely give it some consideration and start working on my freehand skills. Thanks again!

[@ahmedjagirdar2773]

I want to see how it turned out. Was expecting to see it at the end. Maybe its still a work in progress ? Can't wait to see the full build. Anyways, great job. I love your work.

[@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.

[@elisajackson7799]

i absolutely ADORE this video format! thank you so much for creating it

[@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])

[@ryubiskj]

man i admire your patience with these kinds of projects, this is so dope

[@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!

[@zombkillrb]

Damn! I was so entertained I hadn't realized there's still a part 2 in the making, really cool so far, I'll be waiting:)

[@JBrianF]

The cinematography is spot on 👌🏻(chef's kiss)

[@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.

[@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.