Terrific Trees using Woodland Scenics Armatures (It is possible!) - Model Scenery Tutorial

The problem with the Woodland Scenics Armatures is they tend to all look the same and if you don’t take the time to change them up a little it’s glaringly obvious they are all the same tree mold. But not anymore!
With a little bit of effort and the right materials you can get the Woodland Scenics Tree Armatures looking absolutely amazing! Heki natural dry trees also know as seamoss are perfect for adding the canopy structure and are an absolute must when it comes to modeling a eucalyptus tree, the Heki trees can be purchased from Australian Modeller if you are in Australia.
Overseas the Heki seamoss is also referred to as Seafoam which is sold by Gaugemaster (Noch) and in the U.S. it can be purchased from Scenic Express in very large bags and is called ‘Super Trees’.
These trees also feature in Realistic Scenery Volume 10 - building an awesome bridge, they work well as detailed foreground trees and you only need a few of them to really transform your model railway layout or diorama. They are quite a fragile tree so they may not work so well for a travelling wargaming setup but for a home table they would work well.
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[@LukeTowan]

WHAT IS HAPPENING? Hey all, I'm currently working on my next video and also moving house. While waiting for my next video, I've created a new Instagram account for my fans to post completed dioramas you've created (Conditions apply). You can check out the latest activity via: instagram.com/bouldercreekrailroad/ See you soon. Cheers, Luke

[@bennoakes2477]

Since the Heki 1370 dried tree foliage packs seem to be no longer available anywhere, did you have a similar alternative? Otherwise, it's a sea of confusing foliage products that often need to be imported to see if suitable or not.

[@ahmadrafi4126]

make a miniature bamboo tree

[@monolight1327]

Thanks for the tutorial. My deciduous trees are getting better all the time.

[@ablolazy3303]

I don´t understand why some Guys dislike such an amazing video. These are the Moments when I realise that Hating is for someone like a Hobby. I love your Videos and appreciate the little Animation. Sry for the really bad English. Greetings from Germany

[@ppgwhereeverett4412]

Great video !! I was born in Torrance in 1954 ! I remember Those trees on the blvd. Sat under them and watched parades. Later in Ventura, we had tree houses in the Tops of those eucalyptus trees !

[@Osmosium2507]

The Bob Ross of dioramas

[@RunAMuckGirl2]

Haha! Perfect.

[@fromthistexasbreath]

i have actually put on the playlist of scenery builds to fall asleep to before... it's great haha

[@OneofInfinity.]

Totally.

[@j3nn4.20]

id love to see more builds using sculptamould it’s so satisfying to watch

[@shiranduarte]

I don't know yet how am I ever going to use all these knowledge (maybe never) but it's so satisfying to watch such perfectly done piece of art. I feel motivated.

[@ambargamer4360]

I love Trees 💜💟👨

[@Miniac]

Loved the animations, Luke. Also that jump cut in the beginning after your initial shot of the armatures into the leafy material was super slick.

[@LukeTowan]

ha ha yeah I try to be creative with filming, glad you enjoyed watching 😄

[@themoody1337]

Man, I always forget to breath while watching you at work. This is just rediculously good! Thanks for the Vid Luke!

[@LukeTowan]

lol... I don't want you passing out on me! I'm glad you're still enjoying the tutorials. I've got a few exciting videos coming up in the next couple of months.

[@themoody1337]

Luke Towan no worries :D that stuff is literlly breath taking! Cant wait for more Sir :)

[@blubot7944]

the transition animations were really cool! added a great feeling of movement throughout the video

[@macf4426]

You did a TREEmendous job Luke 😉 _I know I know, I'll shut the door behind me on the way out lol_

[@LukeTowan]

ha ha ha... you are so punny 😂

[@macf4426]

lol . There's one in every crowd 😀

[@revealingfacts4all]

ᗰіɢʜѕᴛ ᗩʟʟ ᑕʀᴜᴄᴋіɴɢ ᖴіɢʜᴛʏ that's witty and funny, hold that door for me lol

[@Woodthreep]

all these details show your level of professionalism! Luke Towan THE CREATOR!

[@luctoulouse]

every video with trees tutorial is a masterpiece of knowledge. Thanks.

[@topspoke]

Thanks for adding the Koala, it made my daughter very happy 😊

[@nowvalleydiorama885]

I love your attention to detail. A standard for me to aim for while building my diorama. Thanks Luke👌

[@bernonsalvador4177]

Wow sir it has a special effects now

[@funkypunkypine]

That is some serious dedication the cause. I randomly saw this video and am fascinated by this strange and interesting hobby!

[@Bandit-Darville]

The magic tricks complement the video. You're a true magician with these tutorials!

[@johnkelley9877]

I had always wondered how to shape the Woodland Scenics Armatures and your tutorial answered these questions. The tree looks great and I like the special effects you added to the tutorial. Thanks for sharing this information.

[@mikeymarmalade]

You are by far the best modeller I have see . Well done.

[@alexfishersfamilyvlogs9533]

So fun To watch these things to shape

[@philcrabbe3757]

Great to see a tutorial. using products in the Aussie/Kiwi part of the world. makes it easier to shop for them.

[@sohchx]

Superb work as usual sir!!!! I have always seen these trees as un useable due to their plastic toy like features but you have convinced me 100% that they can be made to look outstanding. Without your tutorial I would never have known. Thanks!!

[@FanoFinz]

Luke, love the special effects you did in the video. Your tutorials are awesome and I really can't wait for your next one. Take care and keep on posting videos because you are number 1 on KZbin!!!

[@juancarlosbarriosdevia3982]

Thanks Luke hello from Colombia

[@mainer7642]

A comment on Luke's tutorials is an exercise in superlatives. As always informative and polished.

[@mainer7642]

It's a compliment!

[@LukeTowan]

ha ha no worries mate, I figured you meant it as a compliment. Glad you enjoyed watching 😉

[@valborchardt3596]

Brilliant, thanks Luke, take care and be safe xxx

[@icezpider]

Love watching all your videos... even though I'm no modeller...just love to see how creative you are 👍

[@tomasrodriguez1360]

Your vids never disappoint,always a joy to watch you work.

[@kalbs89]

“Awesome trees” is right! Great tutorial Luke

[@ratiocinator]

You have the most relaxing videos on KZbin. I just zone out and go into a happy place as I watch you create all sorts of miniatures. Great work--I've been watching for probably a year now--and I hope you keep going with your videos for a good, long time!

[@compo6661]

Appreciating the cartoon motion and lightening effects! Love your vids man. Thank you. Now all I need is the time to try it myself 😄

[@BenBoersma]

Fantastic tutorial. Great to see you 'branch' out and focus on Eucalypts especially. I've been wanting to build a few Eucalypts for one of our boards, but wasn't sure how to go about it. This couldn't have come at a better time! Awesome work as always.

[@raffaijem]

I would love a realistic scenery video with ruins or other old buildings in it. Like if you agree!!

[@kazimaslan1]

very nice work luke 👍🎨

[@unionpacific7]

Luke you are the best, thanks for this tutorial.

[@TheCebulon]

Absolutely stunning.

[@abdolkaderhejaze4072]

I love all your jop..thank you

[@mtstewart8535]

Luke...absolutely awesome! as always your tutorials are so detailed and explained so well. you have a true gift my friend! Keep up the great work my friend!

[@mattforte1619]

Hey , Luke , nice as always mate , keep watchin this one , when I get Lost on my layout , I think Luke !!! And go thru your vids, thanks mate for all 10/10 for Aussie modellers

[@rogerhuber3133]

Nicest trees I've seen modeled!

[@localjedi2468]

Thanks a lot for yet another great video, Luke!!! Very informative and also relaxing to watch while modelling.

[@vineelfredrick]

Its a beautiful tree.. Great work over there...

[@nails6365]

Brilliant, if only i could post a picture of my efforts that would do you proud. Thank you for all your video tutorials. Gary.

[@jamesflames6987]

Absolutely fantastic.

[@nurabdul1436]

The animation was not distracting.....heck, I didn't even notice the til people pointed it out. As for future builds, waterfall sounds great! I would also suggest tunnels, mountains or maybe interesting rock formations like the Three Sisters.

[@robertrosson1990]

Awesome video.Making trees is probably my favorite part

[@lasercreation-world1981]

yes I think so, extra great👍✌

[@joselabalette4952]

Toujours aussi bien, bravo.

[@TabletopMachineShop]

I'm probably not going to make a diorama any time soon, but I absolutely love watching your videos!

[@gregsmith1719]

Fantastic, Luke! Love it!

[@LukeTowan]

To help decide what videos you'd like to see be sure to visit www.bouldercreekrailroad.com/ and select which video you'd like to see next.

[@Robert_42394]

Luke Towan can you attempt a model plane wreck or ship wreck.

[@ramrod126]

A ship wreck would be amazing.

[@thespot1287]

Hi Luke I was wondering if you would do a QnA also are u going to put all your creations together (if it is possible)

[@Puppycatt___]

Different types of cacti

[@pipakmartinasek5037]

Luke, this is a good job.

[@mikhaela9250]

saw ur videos first at my recommendation from then on i can't stop watching

[@sirxavior1583]

Great work Luke!!. Without a doubt your dioramas will easily beat out any CGI scene made in a movie.

[@eddvcr598]

The koala is a charming touch!

[@Nealeb1970]

Another great job, they look awesome Luke

[@philRminiatures]

Creative, precise and splendid job!

[@normanrowe2831]

As always, stunning.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Nicely done Luke! For some really nice trees you can also use sagebrush and clip the branches to take the shape of a tree then glue the armatures onto that. I’ve had some amazing results using that method and as far of the tree trunks/branches themselves, I have yet to see that method topped for realism! I just posted about them in my latest video as well over on my channel actually if you’re at all interested. Love your channel, it as been a huge inspiration both in your builds and video style! Thanks Luke for all that you do!!

[@dannyholt105]

Awesome trees Luke! And my vote is to definitely keep the magical post production shezaaaaz! I wasn't at all distracted from anything, just amazed a bit more. Them's my two cents anyway. Looking forward to the next one as well. Cheers, Dan

[@conradsmith9332]

Thanks mate! This is realy helpfull I have this woodland scenic trees at my local hobby shop so I am going to use this

[@RumblerGaming]

Awesome tunes, and a great painting job on the bark of the tree, keep it up buddy!

[@abhischucky7056]

You r my inspiration luke❤

[@valeriedrouet8706]

Super bien fait, une fois de plus. Merci pour cette démonstration. Thank you.

[@jwhine]

Valérie DROUET bitte

[@budzillasohoski9858]

Luke you're amazing. Great work

[@alexandranevin2005]

Amazing work Luke 😍 loved it and the thought the animations were really cool!

[@andreag.4609]

This is soooo well explained

[@peanut71968]

Really nice work, pleasure to visit your site!

[@evanfrank399]

Wow, these gumtrees look a lot better than woodland scenics tree armatures and clump foilage alone!

[@LukeTowan]

so true! That's exactly how I used to make my trees in the beginning. Little did I know back then how versatile the armatures were

[@wheelslip]

Very nice! Love the video efects.

[@gottemleaning8490]

digging the new edit!

[@j3nn4.20]

love the new editing

[@renzempleo9936]

Thank you for this tutorial.

[@RonsTrainsNThings]

Beautiful trees, Luke. I use basically the same process for all kinds of deciduous trees. 👍

[@alexandrub9602]

Hi Luke! I love your tutorials! Greetings from Romania!

[@smalllocoguy770]

Yet again you have done an amazing job ive started using your methods on a small layout of mine.

[@f.catfracassofracasso404]

Awesome tutorial luke keep them up...

[@Vedderist]

Awesome as always Luke. All so I liked the new animations. Keep it up mate

[@alekaa.8786]

is amazing, thx for the video is pure art.

[@thomasmodeller2762]

This is amazing! Definitely trying this out!!

[@whitefordpipeshandmadebymi7238]

Awesome job ! Take care! 😊✌️🇨🇦

[@jarek12061960]

Wspaniale Luke z niecierpliwością oczekuje na nowe tematy

[@tomtabor6612]

Looks impressive mate! Love your work

[@xxxnamkhaxxx]

Fantastic lessons! Thank you for sharing!

[@LukeTowan]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😉

[@jakechubb9187]

So cool man!

[@rickwade906]

Luke - ANOTHER home run! Great video and fantastic looking trees! Thanks for sharing!

[@LukeTowan]

Thanks Rick, I'm glad you enjoyed watching. I actually just re-watched your switching the salvage yard video, love the scenery work especially the road in the background that leads up the hill.

[@rickwade906]

Thanks, Luke!

[@alexl5108]

That is amazing!

[@EtobicokeCentralRailways]

Fantastic tutorial as per usual. Final product looks great and I really like the little highlight animations. -Etobicoke Central Railways

[@diwakarsamanta742]

great job

[@trainroomgary]

🎄Cool tree demonstration. 🌴 Along with video editing. • Cheers from The Detroit & Mackinac Railway 🚂

[@willbe3043]

These are amazing, man!!!

[@TheOriginalBadger]

Luke....you is da man when it comes to making trees.....have you ever tried doing a Willow tree...........in N scale?

[@ejejeff1722]

Awesome work! it leaves me barking for more.

[@mintymoore6054]

AMAZING

[@sonnydaluz8827]

You videos are great they really help me with my dioramas ! (:

[@magikdust2095]

The trees look amazing. Very realistic. Great job. I would have liked to see the tree from different angles, and with slow close up... but still a great video... 👍

[@dimitreze]

I love these videos ☺☺

[@HollyVanHart]

🌟 Thanks! Really enjoyed that!! ✔️ 😊 👍

[@sebbs1zu87]

They look amazing!!! Just perfekt! Greetings from Germany ;)

[@adoniasbibiano8577]

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