Author: Lmind1

First Coast of Miami, Final

Post author By Lmind1
Post date May 1, 2019
Categories In Construction, CSX Downtown Spur

The First Coast structure is now in the bag. Photos can pick up errors the naked eye can’t. After looking at my previous construction shots it was apparent that I’d made the electrical conduits too large of a diameter so I needed to go back and replace those. One of the more effective illusions of […]

First Coast April 28

Post author By Lmind1
Post date April 28, 2019
Categories In Construction, CSX Downtown Spur

I was able to get most of the First Coast structure done this weekend. Still remaining are the loading platform to the right and the foreground pavement.

First Coast April 19

Post author By Lmind1
Post date April 19, 2019
Categories In Construction, CSX Downtown Spur

It’s nice having a layout that’s half to two thirds done. You have enough completed to run trains and convey your vision while at the same time you can throttle back and work on whatever project strikes your mood. Next on the drawing board is the First Coast of Miami complex. This week I finished […]

First Coast of Miami

Post author By Lmind1
Post date April 10, 2019
Categories In CSX Downtown Spur

An appealing aspect of the area of Miami I’m modeling is the quiet, calm, melancholy atmosphere along the 22nd Street corridor. I particularly like the late afternoons when the shadows grow long and it takes on an almost Hopperesque atmosphere. My next project will be modeling the First Coast of Miami (produce) scene shown above […]

Domingo Produce Final

Post author By Lmind1
Post date April 8, 2019
Categories In Construction, CSX Downtown Spur

The installation of the corrugated roofing on the awning, along with a few more conduits, wraps up what was a thoroughly enjoyable and relaxing project!