How do you make a tracks landscape look good? What should I use?

The_real_midnight_smiler Tuesday, 1/28/2025

I'm debating if I should make a open track raging track like 3D or basically any open track diorama anyone has, I'm just a little confused on how they got the landscape/hillside to look so natural. What should I use for it? How do I need to make it?


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LordSyosset 1/28/25

For my builds and landscapes I turn to the guys who do D&D terrain. Black magic craft, Wylocks Armory, etc. They use mostly cardboard and insultion foam.

Cardboard    www.youtube.com/channel/UCrKJd7jQ989DZvtf5C69mYA

This link is a tremendous help for landscape.   www.youtube.com/@ThunderMesaStudio

Here's my attempt so far.

Also, check out Stoopid Fish's comment on your other thread. ep had a great idea!

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dr_dodge 1/29/25

I use pink foam, glue, art sand, and paint to do most of my stuff

shape the foam, paint it w' mix of glue and paint, thinned if needed

after the second/third coat of paint/glue,

I start sprinkling colored art sand, and spritz with water

finish with watered down glue and add details

dr

www.trains.com/mrr/beginners/scenery-basics-for-model-railroaders-2/

good guide on different styles

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SpyDude 1/31/25

Dude, just hit any model railroader forum. Those guys have so much info about building trrrain that you could spend months researching stuff. 

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