A journal following the history, design, construction and operation of Bernard Kempinski's O Scale model railroad depicting the U. S. Military Railroad (USMRR) Aquia-Falmouth line in 1863, and other model railroad projects.
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March 15, 2026

Machine Shop Pictures


Strong light through the window wall to create realistic shadows on the carpenter workbenches

 I have not installed the machine shop in its final location. This was a good time to take some photos of the interior, while I still can maneuver the structure for the best angles and light. Nonetheless, it was tricky to take these shots as I had to balance light on the interior to see the detail, but not too much light to look unrealistic. 

All of these figures except JB Clough are ones I digitally sculpted. 

COL Haupt (superintendent) , JB Clough (chief engineer) and MG Burnside (Commander)  visit the Machine shop


I removed the roof on the right side to add light
and added a small LED light in the 
foreground





4 comments:

  1. Very nice modeling and photos, especially the first one with the ligh through the window wall!

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  2. Two thumbs up!!

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  3. Pete LeachMarch 17, 2026

    Wonderful modeling and great scenes!

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  4. Masterful. Expected nothing less mate.

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