Model a Realistic Rain Diorama

[@yvonnedyor6293]

So happy I found a woman who does great diorama videos with tons of detailed explanation and no music! I don't craft but I really enjoy learning about it and it felt so male dominated. Thank you!

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks. It’s a shame there aren’t more women in the hobby - they’re missing out!

[@leighcain7258]

See Bently House too. Ara is also great.

[@millenniumf1138]

I grew up in a small American town that looked exactly like this diorama (Arkansas City, Kansas, if you're curious). I immediately got a little homesick looking at it because the downtown area looks just like this diorama to this day. You nailed the look of classic 50's Americana buildings, and your rain effects were extremely convincing!

[@hi-fye7365]

Wow. I do not understand how anyone could give this video a thumbs down. I just came across your videos today and I think they are outstanding and you are extremely talented.

[@DaedalusYoung]

I misread that title as "Realistic Train Diorama". Was wondering for 29 minutes straight when the train was going to make an appearance.

[@KathyMillatt]

Funny!

[@blokeabouttown2490]

You're not the first person to have waited 29 minutes for a train to arrive.

[@7spiritualcompass706]

LMAO! Too funny. ♥️

[@bielanski2493]

Perhaps you'd like to visit Luke Towan's Brush Creek Railroad and his HO-scale work?

[@DaedalusYoung]

I do like Luke Towan's dioramas as well :)

[@TheBonsaiZone]

You could try building a clear box around the scene and add a fog maker to get a just rained effect.

[@KathyMillatt]

I do have a fog maker. I might blow some in for future photos just to get some atmosphere.

[@АлександрУдалов-м4с]

Is it possible for condensation to fall on the walls when using such a device?

[@brooksfinnegan6466]

you prolly dont care at all but does someone know of a method to get back into an Instagram account?? I was dumb forgot my login password. I love any help you can give me.

[@jedidiahdario5068]

@Brooks Finnegan instablaster :)

[@brooksfinnegan6466]

@Jedidiah Dario thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site thru google and I'm trying it out atm. I see it takes a while so I will get back to you later with my results.

[@22Phantasm]

You are a true artist, Kathy. This diorama oozes emotion, atmosphere and quality. I am in awe.

[@danwallace859]

Those gloss effects look amazing 👏. It photographed well. A little digital enhancement on a great base isn't cheating, movies and TV do it all the time.

[@Lutfcvhyresxft]

ESPERE 💎 VOCÊ É IMPORTANTE 🎀 NUNCA DESISTA 💡 DEUS SABE O QUE FAZ🎉 ELE TE AMA MUITO 💛 ACREDITE, SEMPRE VALE MUITO APENA, PERSISTA 🌟 AMÉM 🙏❣️✨✨🎀

[@russellgeare523]

Very Cool! Rain, snow, fog, mist in a static model is an elusive dream. You’ve done a great job exploring.

[@lmp8932]

Brilliant! I don't have the patience to do this sort of thing, my son does 'war' dioramas with battalions of tanks and people etc. The patience and artistry that goes into making such things is astonishing.

[@joeyhemlock]

I'm not a modeler but I really liked this video anyway. I could listen to you talk all day. Amazing to watch it all come together.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks! That means a lot.

[@awmperry]

“I dropped my 3D printer on it. Don’t ask.” ...aaaand subscribed.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks! 😁😁😁

[@jeremyeyring8256]

@@KathyMillatt me too lol

[@Vman7757]

Wow! Well done. As for rain and snow in the air for a diorama? I took thin sheets of plexiglass to make four clear walls. On one side that would be the inside. I took masking tape to mask a protected area at a slight angle. Next I used very fine sandpaper to scratch lines lightly into the plexiglass the same angle as the tape. I tried to keep the scratches as straight as I could. I matched the angle all the way around in a way that when looking through the plexiglass that the rain was moving in the same direction. I then removed the tape and repeated what I did before. This gave me different densities when you looked through the plexiglass. I wish I could show you how it came out. But it was some time ago and I am no longer in touch with my client. If I were to maybe improve on it the next time? Maybe try this technique on both sides of the plexiglass to see if it is raining harder. Oh and on down spouts, and off of roofs? I used clear packing tape dipped in clear silicon rubber to show water rushing out of them. or off of them. Good job. Love your work. You help make me be a better modeler.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks. It’s great to hear from someone who’s actually made rain! That sounds so impressive. Thanks for sharing.

[@DHDSCALEMODELS]

Good build kathy,thanks for the rain effect tips.👍

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks!

[@douglasdownie2587]

Superb! A nicely detailed and atmospheric diorama that gives the feel of a rainy day! You can almost hear an east bound freight blowing its horn in the distance!

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks a lot. Glad you liked it.

[@billrichardson6389]

What a great diorama Kathy, love all your videos, this one is up there with the best of them, stay safe and thanks again, regards from Bill from "Down Under" Victoria Aus.

[@KathyMillatt]

Hi to Australia! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@claudenewbolt2659]

KATHY MILLATT IS THE EXCELLENT DIORAMA BUILDER, THE TOP ONE!!!!!!!!!!

[@AntoekneeDE]

Thanks for this, I’ve always wondered about modelling rain as I have an unfinished layout set in the Midlands and wanted to model it in a more realistically dark and dreary setting with wet and damp features but until now hadn’t really thought it would be doable, so thanks for inspiring me to give it a go

[@KathyMillatt]

Sounds brilliant. Have a go and let me know how it works out for you.

[@SWAT-xj5tr]

I feel nothing around me when I watch your work , it's amazing like magic, keep up the good work . much love from iraq

[@dantop1280]

Outstanding job Kathy and nice hairdo too!!! One of my favorite's is the awning appearing to be blowing in the wind!!! Awesome. Lots of good model supplies out there these days...... including one I like to use and not sure if you know of it..... Testors makes a nice applicator bottle of 'clear parts cement' and window maker. I've used this product to attach headlights in plastic models as well as windshields. It dries clear and has all the potent qualities of it's regular plastic cement. Now I'm restoring Lionel trains from the '50's and using it to install windows! Thanks again for a great project!!!!!!

[@KathyMillatt]

I’ve not seen that Testors product so thanks for the heads up.

[@PeterMason-i1h]

Oodles of rainy day atmosphere. Well done!

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you so much!

[@Can_think_of_a_name]

She has a really kind, friendly sounding voice. I don't know why but she seems like she's be nice to be around, like she'd be a good teacher or nurse 🤷‍♀️ This looks so cool as well! If I had the money or space (or talent) to do something like this I totally would. Well done 🙂

[@paulsmith1899]

Excellent. So many concepts covered and one can tell you spent a lot of time on this video. Easy to understand thanks to the master

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks Paul. Yes, it was quite a few weeks solid work but worth it I think.

[@danielbanks7500]

You nailed a lot of great effects!! The canvas awning looks like it is being whipped around a bit by the wind. Thanks for doing the video!

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you. That was a happy accident. I knew the water would warp the paper awning, I just had to straighten it back out a bit.

[@ianbrown9108]

Fascinating. There's a heck of a lot of work gone into this diorama and the finished article is fabulous.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you. It’s a lot of work but fun too.

[@bittern4464]

"I dropped my 3D printer on it, don't ask" Had a chuckle at that, we've all done something stupid around our models and ruined something, you did a good job fixing it though :) Really want to make a diorama now...

[@KathyMillatt]

It may not be the first time I’ve fixed a cracked building.... learning to hide mistakes is definitely a necessary modelling skill.

[@gmgjss]

Phenomenal. You caught the rain as best you could. You also captured the feeling of the dampening chill that is associated with that type of weather. I just subscribed and Im going to take a few hours ( maybe during the next rain) to start watching all your posts. Great work and thank you.

[@samjdowling]

Scary thumbnail haha

[@madison978]

Lol

[@Lutfcvhyresxft]

@Late To The Party ESPERE 💎 VOCÊ É IMPORTANTE 🎀 NUNCA DESISTA 💡 DEUS SABE O QUE FAZ🎉 ELE TE AMA MUITO 💛 ACREDITE, SEMPRE VALE MUITO APENA, PERSISTA 🌟 AMÉM 🙏❣️✨✨🎀

[@Lutfcvhyresxft]

@@madison978 ESPERE 💎 VOCÊ É IMPORTANTE 🎀 NUNCA DESISTA 💡 DEUS SABE O QUE FAZ🎉 ELE TE AMA MUITO 💛 ACREDITE, SEMPRE VALE MUITO APENA, PERSISTA 🌟 AMÉM 🙏❣️✨✨🎀

[@Lutfcvhyresxft]

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[@bd764]

That is amazing work! Showing you dont need all kinds of fancy kits and materials,Just talent and imagination!

[@ThisOLmaan]

actually the photoshot rains good idea also for stop motion animation since 1 will be taking still TY kathy for that idea was thinking how can one create Rain in stop motion.

[@bevsartsandcrafts715]

It’s such a pleasure to watch you work xx

[@walrusgaming2680]

That is one of the scariest thumbnails I have ever seen

[@johnchandrav.1823]

Hi Kathy! Nice to see you. 🤗 Thank you for the video. Always enjoyed your builds. 👌

[@lyndrunette]

Awesome to finally see a women doing this....girl power;)

[@andrewturnbull5897]

Your patience and experience are both so deep it is akin to watching a masterclass in model building! Fabulous project!

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks Andrew.

[@carlmayne3519]

I love this, especially the night scenes they're kind of eerie :D ... I was expecting you to show us how you suspend water in air to create the raindrops :D, Thank you for the video, it's awesome!

[@KathyMillatt]

Carl. I did struggle with that... but I love night scenes too.

[@bskor9722]

great job! very realistic! as a lifelong train/diorama builder myself you still came up with some interesting techniques I have never seen before! also thank you for the narration. too many youtubers seem to be afraid of their own voice! constantly trying to guess what theyre doing. its good to see when you hit some snags how you figured out a way around it! you know not everything always goes as planned! just subbed to your channel too! glad I found it! gonna dig in and see what else you got! keep up the great work!

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks a lot. I do seem to hit a lot of snags but solving them is half the fun! Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for the sub.

[@3D_Printing]

Maybe, just maybe some invisible fishing lines, Lots: Tons of work, lots of tiny beads on it to look like rain drops

[@KathyMillatt]

We had an elderly relative with a lamp that ran oil down wires. It was fascinating to watch. It could definitely work but perhaps in a larger scale than HO.

[@Cortinaman63]

@@KathyMillatt I still have one of those "rain drop (oil) lamps, my late Mum bought it in the early 1980's has a statue of a female in the middle with green shrubs and white flowers, looks so nice when working, it made me think of the same suggestion but then I saw (Protomaker Black Sprint Original 3D Printer( had already bet me to it, great minds and all that), loved watching this, you did a really nice job of it, this is why I love KZbin, as people like you upload such interesting things to watch.that you can find by chance and really enjoy.

[@KathyMillatt]

Cortinaman63 thanks. Yes, there was a lady in the middle of the one I remember. I do love YT too for the fascinating things I can find.

[@robertine.atelier]

Waow, the effects are amazing ! Thank you for sharing the process !

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you!

[@zaeedaagreat7737]

“Oops , I dropped my 3D printer on it 😶 Don’t ask “ now love u know I wanna know how you did tht 😂😂 but I love the diorama

[@ZXBobbyBoy]

Absolutely incredible Kathy. Looks stunning.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks!

[@41mhz25]

I watched intently for 15 minutes for you to tell me your rain is photoshopped?!? LMAO

[@KathyMillatt]

It’s in the first minute too....

[@luctoulouse]

So...... it's was not intently a guess?

[@anderson8361]

Outstanding video and diorama Kathy...I love the attention to details - large and small. Cheers, and one proper job on that diorama.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks a lot.

[@fpfree8821]

Realistic rain diorama only I haven't figured out how to do realistic rain. Classic. I should make a video on making a millions dollars, coz I haven't done that either

[@johnkelley9877]

I think you achieved the effect you were trying for. What really helps is the man with the umbrella that gives the impression of stormy weather. I watched this to learn the rain effects but I was impressed with how much more I learned about then just making rain like assembling a Hydrocal building, making a tar paper roof and a great deal more. This was just an all round excellent tutorial. Thank you for making and sharing this.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks John. It took me ages to do the figure but he really does sell how miserably wet it is. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@shieldofthebear1784]

It's nice to see a lady in the hobby. Very nice job. Kudos.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks a lot!

[@sunchaserw1477]

with the help of 3-D printer, it did make the effects so vivid looking. Fantastic job, Kathy!

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks. 3D printing has certainly changed modelling and it was easy to do the figure with it.

[@jackratcliffe7766]

Clear fishing line for rain, awesome job

[@racheladkins6060]

One of the best model makers in the UK.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you so much.

[@Bruno.Trains]

Excellent video, thank goodness we have such wonderful footage of train to see us through these difficult time.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks and I totally agree!

[@pepleatherlab3872]

Kathy, for a rain effect in dioramas my simple method has been to frame the project in thin clear plastic walls. Then any combination of using small drops of glue or even mildly scarring the inside surface works great. My technique was to make sure I did it all in the same direction for realism. This method also works really well for snow. If there's enough room on the project for multiple walls, adding them will enhance the visual appeal. This was a lesson learned from a Fargo diorama I did. (From the film Fargo.) It looks like this project turned out really well. Thanks for the post.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks a lot. Next time I do rain, I will try and build something in like you describe.

[@pepleatherlab3872]

@@KathyMillatt One thing I've wanted to try but haven't yet is to use a thicker clear plastic wall and put glue drops on either side. Should save space and time.

[@alcopower5710]

Amazing job Kathy you are so very talented. Some folks have awesome skills but lack in their video presentation or editing. You are outstanding at both and that’s what makes you special. Thanks for sharing and have a great day.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you. That means so much to me!

[@brianmicky7596]

Hi Kathy, Now that's what you call Inspiration, Thanks for your time , very good ideas, Stay safe All the Best Brian 🤗

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks Brian.

[@peterplantec7911]

Nice job. Lots of good tips. I was hoping to show how,you achieved the neat rain effect…oh well. My mind is tackling it. Loved the gloss effects and the model with the umbrella.

[@Deelusi]

Omg, I thought this is going to be a slow tutorial video because of the timestamp but then I was surprised. I love the editing!

[@moonshinerunner01]

Fantastic as usual. Please keep these great videos coming. You have given me such get ideas for my layout. Thank you

[@boomerdiorama]

Nice work. I especially like the road surface texture and your use of washes. Cheers.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you!

[@brucelucas1756]

You built a highly original design idea for your diorama, thanks for such an informative video.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you so much!

[@RaphaelS4567]

What a build! So much work and detail and got some great bits of advice thank you for the video :)

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks a lot.

[@jernejfunkl8300]

Excellent work Kathy. I like that!

[@AlessandroBottoni]

This is art. Pure art. Congratulations!

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you!

[@richardfrancis5406]

That is some incredible work! Awesome diorama!!

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks!

[@raykiefer5137]

I really enjoy your work. Beautiful diorama. Thank you for sharing.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks Ray.

[@jamiesale9460]

well done, crisp, efficient presentation - no wasted time. Lots os detail here and boy do you use details. I just subscribed

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks James. Appreciate the sub.

[@garymartin8386]

Beautiful work Kathy!! Love watching these dioramas come together?!

[@jamesgoucher3676]

Hi Kathy, great video lots of useful tips again. It's also nice to see how you overcome problems when things don't go quite right.Never thought of using photos for the interiors, might try that on one of my Petite Properties kits.

[@KathyMillatt]

I would try to get the perspective better next time but they’re mostly invisible as the rain clouded the windows a lot.

[@ALVHERON]

Found this video after watching another one of yours and this is amazing work! Thank you for posting this and I like the clear, step by step style your videos are done in.

[@josephpowell736]

Damn beautiful detail. I’ve finally found someone who loves the details as much as I do. Thank you for your beautifully done modeling.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks a lot!

[@srinivastatachar4951]

Kathy, Your work, I have to say, is nothing short of stupendous! Incredibly realistic detail work! I am in awe of how much attention you pay to the tiniest of details to make the final product look ultra-realistic! Brava! =========================================================================

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you so much!

[@ablotar]

Your work is beautiful, your hands are full of art

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you so much.

[@diedertspijkerboer]

A very inspirational vid. I had never considered modelling a rainy day, but maybe, now I will.

[@joserubenscaramori8117]

Magnifico!!!! muito lindo!!! parabéns pelo belo trabalho

[@klashnacovak47]

Watched it from start to finish and I don’t do that with many videos on here. Great job. Fascinated start to finish.

[@WhiteysWickedWorkshop]

Love this video! Very cool and interesting to watch you using different techniques.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks! I do love involved dioramas.

[@tactical1981]

Mindblowing levels of skill in this video. Really enjoyed watching.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you!

[@jorgereixach9509]

A M A Z I N G ¡¡¡ I never could do a diorama like you did . Just amazing

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks! A lot of it is just practice.

[@thejellyranger7679]

Outstanding work as always. You’re at the skill and improvisation level I strive for.

[@DruSteel69]

Awesome work, Kathy. Very realistic indeed. Thanks for your video. Happy model railroading. - Drew

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks Drew.

[@gordoncarlson6399]

Excellent. Very different scenery. Really nice for dioramas

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you.

[@chasrobinson1240]

Simply fabulous . amazing workmanship.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks!

[@timcruse9054]

There are some brilliant channels on youtube and yours is with out doubt one of those channels thank you for sharing your fantastic work also your website is 10 out 10. Kind regards Tim

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks Tim. That means a lot.

[@ratroddiesels1981]

we enjoyed this magnificent diarama presentation , it looks completely enchanchanting , thank you for letting us share . that is a beautiful ring on your right index finger . ; ]

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks a lot.

[@thomasdecker7631]

Excellent video. Even a scene representing the point in time just after a rain would be really cool. You've inspired me to try it on my soon to be built new layout. The pavement is also very well done. Your potholes look amazingly like Michigan.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you. I do love that period after it’s rained with the effect it has on pavements etc. It would look great on a layout.

[@danorley5575]

I find your worked simply amazing. Thank you for sharing your talent with the world.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks! That means a lot.

[@jerryvolpini7987]

Nice to see a new video, Kathy 👍 Lots going on in this one, all the tips and techniques were great! Well done!

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks Jerry.

[@peterbiggin7193]

Wonderful work, I learned a thing or two so thank you Kathy. Its raining here at the moment but its fine rain and no rain drops are visible. I guess achieving a rain drop effect would look great but not having it doesn't take away from the scene

[@KathyMillatt]

Very true. I often look in puddles to see if it’s raining as fine rain is rarely visible when you look out a window. The puddles and umbrella tell the story here.

[@gmcnaney]

I collect wargaming miniatures and wanted to make a diorama of the Battle of Teutoburg Fores. But the battle took place in a driving rain... You have given me some hope. I love your work and you really help me understand process. Thank you

[@KathyMillatt]

Good luck. That sounds like a brilliant diorama to make.

[@rogersea6529]

absolutely MAGNIFICENT !!! -- well done

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you.

[@MuratKuscu]

Hi Kathy can you please give some background info about how you started learning and doing these? Thanks

[@KathyMillatt]

Hi. I modelled as a child but got back into it 20 years ago. I joined a model railroad club which helped with practical issues but it was mostly books, magazines and forums back then.

[@bothann]

Magnificent. Love your skill and enthusiasm.

[@r2theicky92]

Wow that was awesome, very impressive work Kathy!

[@chriswalker2858]

Nice one Kathy, I've built a few dioramas over the years but none come anywhere near the quality of yours. You inspire me to improve my skills, thank you.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks Chris. A lot of it is practice.

[@photogfrank2146]

Great job awesome diorama! You impressed me so much that I subscribed!

[@FepitaSusuota]

!!! Details count !!! I love your work, I am a Railroad modeler, Thanks for your skills.

[@destino9991]

Hi, I'm glad to see a woman doing this kind of pastime, usually it's almost always men .... you are very good and I like your humor, I follow you from Italy bye

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you so much!

[@PaulinhoThompson]

What a very helpful video, crammed full of nuggets of information. Your terminology is spot on and brilliantly narrated 👍 thanks again.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you. That means a lot.

[@maxanddad1]

That looks awesome, Kathy! Great job!

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you.

[@julianstier3821]

Wow! Just wow! This is awesome and why do I have this ASMR feeling?!

[@froggypals38]

I'm imagining a product that strings when you turn the canvas upside down, so you put your drops on the ground then turn it upside down and let it drip dry and voila, rain. So many of these fixes only exist in my head. Anyway, I adore watching your process! Thanks for taking the time to share it!

[@KathyMillatt]

That sounds interesting!

[@ItsWiddy]

I've been thinking of building a diorama for years and stumbled across your video. I love it and may eventually build mine using the techniques and knowledge you have kindly shared. Thank you. Subscribed :)

[@stephaniekent8483]

Hi Kathy, I love your work, done some kit building, but not to many dioramas but you've inspired me :)

[@KathyMillatt]

I like dioramas because they give kits a home and a context.

[@stephaniekent8483]

@@KathyMillatt yes they do :)