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Blinding Ignorance

"Blinding ignorance does mislead us. 'O' wretched mortals, open your eyes!."

Leonardo da Vinci ¹

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AI Overview

¹This quote is contributed to Leonardo da Vinci and is often found in his notebooks, reflecting his frustrations with human ignorance and inaction. It is a call to use observation, science, and intellect to overcome biases and superficial understanding.

Key Contextual Points:

Source: The phrase appears in Leonardo da Vinci's notebooks, specifically referencing the tendency for human ignorance to lead to poor decisions, often cited in discussions of the artist's scientific and philosophical thought.

Interpretation: It is a plea for critical thinking and observation, encouraging people to look beyond surface-level reality to see the true nature of things.

Theatricality: The phrase "O! Wretched mortals" is noted as a passionate, almost despairing cry from Leonardo regarding the prevalence of human folly.

Broader Thought: It connects to his broader philosophies that experience and study (theory) are essential, rather than relying on unthinking practice, as seen in his collected thoughts on Goodreads.

¹ The quote emphasizes the importance of gaining knowledge through observation and intellectual effort rather than staying in the dark.

Aramaic Mysticism

Avrah KaDabra = "I create as I speak."

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The Aramaic Heart of Jesus

Building a FOS Diner

This another HO scale structure from FOS and it looks like one I would like to construct. Jason Jensen shows his build of this structure.

Scratchbuilding Industrial Greebles

Greeblies can be created from any type of material. In this clip the author used bits of styrofoam to create several industrial greeblies.

New Greeblies for Future Projects

I prefer to manufacture my own greeblies when I can, but special shapes can become hard and time consuming to create. The prices at CreepyHero Studios are economical and their offerings are full of detail, crisp and clean.

Kinder Toys : Some Assembly Required

Kinder Treats and Toys

These miniature creatures molded from PVC plastic, and require some assemble. The come supplied in two or three pieces that are snapped together. This particular miniature stands 40mm tallon its base. It resemblies some sort of chicken.

This, what looks like a dark fairy or sprite stands approximately 40 mm tall. She has a set of wings on her back and balanced on some sort of ring.

This blue bird stands around 30m tall. I am not sure what it is carring under its right wing. Is it a wand, a torch or a grub. Its foot claws are on a wicker basket?

Toy Categories

Thingamajig

This thingamajig was created to fill a pole building that is being built to go along side of the Wills Sheds. The open shed will need to be filled with materials, projects that have been completed and those in process. It might take a few objects and materials to fill this shed so I have taken it upon my self to build what I can. This object was primarily built from foam-core and with paper strips and few other materials was built to be set in a corner.

No Fuss Scratch Built Building in N-Guage

Perhaps it really is that easy to build a structure from scratch.

Greeblies Add Complexity to an Object

I am trying something a little different and am instituting themes this month. My first theme for this year will greeblies ₁

As you can see greeblies can be bits of polystyrene that are cut and arranged on the object meticulously.

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₁ Greeblies are small relief details used to improve visual appeal and add complexity to a model.

The March Challenge

For March's challenge I was to build four scale structures from materials I have on hand. I mainly wanted to make use the thin balsa boards I had recently aquired. I also want to build two structures primarily from card stock. I am making this post with the two structures that I have completed and although I still have ten days to complete the other two I wanted to make sure this post was posted in March.(This will be my last post for March).

Below. Two of the four structures from the March challenge.

This is outhouse and measures 4 by 5 scale feet in HO scale. The shed is constructed primarily from 1.5mmm thick balsa sheet. The roof was constructed from card stock and top sheet of corrugated cardboard.The foundation was created from several pieces of match sticks that have been glued to the bottom of the stucture.The out building was painted with a series of darker colors and then weathered with swathes of paints and washes.

I have started to experiment with using a wood burning iron to 'score' individual boards. I haven't came to any conclustions yet. The second structure a storage or tool shed is created from that same sheet of balsa I used above and measures a square nine scale feet. The windows are from my scratch box. The foundation was made by glueing bits of leftover paper rock textured material on pieces of matboard and the roof of a thick black construction paper cut into strips to represent tarpaper. I didn't mention it but a set of steps were created for each of these two structures.

Detail Scribing and Greeble Creation Kit

I haven't decided on how I may use these tools. Whether I will use primarly for scribing or some of both. I do enjoy creating my own greeble and the templates will make it a bit easier to create more intricate pieces.

I am now on Running Linux Mint

I have experimented with various linux distros in the past and I was ready for something different. We still have a computer running Microsoft and since I have retired there is no longer a need for both of the computers to run a Microsoft OS.

Shed Needs a Repair

You might have wondered about the progress of these three sheds. I had added a couple details to this shed and accidently broke them off. About this time I had started a small project of four small sheds, which I will be making a post once they have been completed. Once I have completed the second of these sheds I will glue the details back on to the structure and make a repost of the completed project.

KIt-Bashing Tips and Tricks and Kit-Bashing for the Star Wars Scatter Point Project

This video from Bill Making, features 100 triks and tips for the kit-basher and miniatures maker. Great tips, fun, and inspirring.

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The Rob Hawkins on the Kitbashing Star Wars Buildings page describes Hawkins detailing and kit-bashing for a Star Wars Scatter Point project for Atomic Mass Games. Fabulous work and insights.

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Fixed link above on 3.28.26 @ 2300.

Ideas and Inspiration for More Robots

I posted this AI generated image some time ago. Recently I was reviewing my past posts and saw this image at the bottom of the post and it got me thinking about creating more robot miniatures. I was struck with the many colors, shapes, sizes and many differnt sensory inputs of these specimens.

My Favorite Internet Radio Stations

"Radio Paradise was founded in 2000 is a listener-supported internet radio station currently based in Eureka, California." They offer several channels, however the Main Mix is my favorite.I have been listening to Radio Paradise's main mix for a couple of years and I am always pleased.

If I should want something different I have recently found these Internet radio stations.

HO Scale Desk and Chair

The information and instruction sheet for a desk and chair in 1/87 scale. This this a metal detail part and required some assembly.

Where is the chair? That is a good question. It was an easy build and I had wanted to use this in some scene. We will get there.

What Colors Make Gunmetal?

According to the benevolent AI this is how you can mix-up the gunmetal color:

"Mixing black and silver paint or ink generally results in a dark grey or charcoal metallic color. The black tones down the brightness of the silver, resulting in a deeper,Gunmetal-like metallic shade, or a darker version of the original metallic sheen depending on the ratio of black used.

• A deeper, darker metallic grey, commonly referred to as "gunmetal" or charcoal grey.
• Effect on Luster: While black deepens the color, it can sometimes mask the brightness of the silver, reducing its sheen if too much is added.
• Usage: Often used to create shadows or to create a more subdued, metallic look in painting or design projects.

For a lighter, brighter metallic finish, you would typically add white to the silver rather than black."

3 Model Power Sheds are Coming Along

Although they are easy to build I have had some fun building the three of these sheds. There is a fair bit of extra details that have been added to the kit, not to mention the details that have moulded into the structures themselves. This is where most of my excitement is coming from. Noticeing the details and then deciding on the correct colors to paint them.

This small shack’s only distinguishing feature are the wood slats used to create the door and the hardware used to connect the door it the door frame.

It may be simple designed but it has a bit of its own charm.

This shed includes several separate and molded on details. The door is unique in its design and the included windows are thin and well molded The structure includes what I assume is some sort of electrical box in which I added two pipes down to the ground. I used a .5mm rod for these. Under the front overhang there is a small electrical box and what I presume are two indicator lights. These lights, a green and red light, alternate when a message is in bound and during transmission.

I am not all that happy with the shingled roof. Perhaps I should plant a tree and let it overhang the roof a little.

This is the larger shed of the three and offers the most in the way of details. First you might have noticed that the door is rather unique in its construction. It has three windows at the top. There is also a number block identifying the building as being number 93. I need to touch up this up with another touch of paint.

The over details can be found on the sprue that accompny the kit. The partcial sprue below is one example. It includes a stove pipe, shudders, and other parts for the window.

Eddy's World

The sheer number and the simplicity of toys this maker created is amazing. Most of these toys were created from plastic, Eddy being an early adopter of this new medium.

Model Power Structures Box Art

Although many of Model Power's other offerings are no longer availabel from Model Power they be availalbe online on sites like ebay.

Recycling workshop waste into desktop robots!

While I follow other Makers I am rather partial to this one. With the use of various materials and techniques this Maker creates, what seems like out of thin air, objects that are out-of-this world.

Aquitic Miniature Creatures

These miniatures are from Whizkids Pathfinder series. I haven't added any aquatic characters to my collection in a long while and although the price was right I just liked the sculps.

LA Alghollthu, 29 of 44 and molded in 2018. This miniatures is on the larger sized, that is approximately 70mm long 44mm high. I am not sure whether it is molded in PVC so I will not say it is. It has nice texture and is painted in several colors.

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Grodair, measures approximately 30 by 25mm is quite small compared to the alghollthu. Grodair is finely constructed and painted in a dark yellow, has a red toungue and two sets of dark eyes.

The Prospect of More Painting

Although I have painted a few Reaper Miniatures in my day it has been a while I have purchased anything new fir a while. I like Reaper familar packs for the verity of charcters they provide. This is familar pack #2. It includes a demon with a speperate set of moulded wings, a cat, rat, owl, halk, and a baby dragon.

I usually have a time coming up with a decent painting scheme¹ and some of these miniatures take some time to complete painting. That is one reason I like several I can work on at one time. It gives the paint a little time to dry before I get started on another section of the miniature.

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¹ A paint scheme is a curated combination of colors designed to create visual harmony and a cohesive, intended look, commonly applied in interior design, modeling, or branding to evoke specific moods or styles. Effective schemes often follow the 60-30-10 rule (dominant, secondary, accent colors) or use color wheel theory (complementary, analogous) to balance tones.

Insertion is from AI

Kit-bashing & Detailing the FOS Triangle Building

This is FOS HO scale craftmens kit is no longer in print. The author used this rather unusual kit and a bit of kit-bashing to create a structure for an odd spot on his layout. I would like to build a structure similar to this one.

The Cottage is Under Construction

I have started the construction of this lovely Heljan cottage. Actually I have made some progress. The walls and windows are up, I decided to paint the home with three colors and as you can see the roof is suppose to be a terracotta. I am going to give this a couple dry brushings, in hope it might improve the appearecne/

There is a porch, chimney, and some trim that still needed to be added to the structure.

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Previously: Needed a quick and economical cottage.

3.9.26, Added a link to the Heljan UK website above. @ 18:06.

Another Look at the Host Of Charcters

Perhaps we should revisit some of these quasi-labels from time to time. I cannot tell you how long it has been since I last time I had any type of thought on this bit of text.

The Most Expensive Woods in the World

Before this Revelation is Possible

“Before this revelation is possible, the world must sleep away the intoxication of her poisoned chalice which wall filled with the false life, of the theological vine.”

The Lost Symbol, Dan Brown

Prophecies of the Rosicrucian

“Jehovah will redeem humanity by revealing those secrets which he previously reserved only for the elect.

The whole world shall become as one book and all the contributions of science and theology shall be reconciled.

Before the end of the world, God shall create a great flood of spiritual light to alleviate the suffering of humankind.”

The Lost Symbol, Dan Brown

3 Lost Miniatures

Recently I was tidying up my paint station and I found these three miniatures in different phases of completion. Now that I have a new set of paint brushes and a lighted magnifier it should make it a bit eaiser to complete these.

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And two more...

A Fez monkey and an old badger. With the exception of the thrid from the left in the first set of miniatures and the badger from the second set are all from Bombshell Miniatures.

The Animatrix - The Second Renaissance, Part 1 of 2

Will's Sheds - To Complete a Scene

The two structures have been completed and all there is left to do is to add some details to complete the scene. You might have noticed the signs of the wall, Tim Speeks, Tinkerer, above the office sign. A tinkerer, in my view would have materials, parts, junk and parts, finished and unfinished projects all around. For this phase a three-sided pole barn will be added to the office side of the building. It will be crammed tight with materials and his gear. I can see his whole yard becoming full over time. Currently, I am working on a few DIY items for the addition.

Three Model Power Sheds

"You can never have too many small structures on a model train layout"; well we are going to test that one out. I found this kit on ebay and for a good price.I am looking forward to seeing just how much weathering and aging I can do to these sheds and shacks. If the illustratios can be trusted there seems to be a few details I am looking forward to seeing.

Three Structures and their Details

Although all of the structures are of board and batten construction they feature different types of roofs and there are two stove pipes included.

Although the three sheds are all small they come in three sizes.

There are many details like two set of fense, a turn-stile and another item that I am not quite sure what it is. Perhaps it will make a little more sence once I have built the item.

All in all I am am happy with the three structures. I only have a place for one of the structures so far, but these shacks will all have a place eventually.

New Bombshell Miniatures Sidekicks

Doom Bunny & Pals

My 20mm Doom Bunny mini

Pumpkin Pal Harvest

My 20mm Pumpkin Pal Mini

It looks like I may have to purchase some new Sidekick from Bombshell Miniarures.

The Philospher's Stone

"Freemosonry, like Noetic Science and the Ancient Mysteries, revered the untapped potential of the human mind, and many of Masonic symbols are related to human physiology."

"The mind sits like a golden capstone atop the physical body. The Philospher's Stone. Through the staircase of the spine, energy ascends and descends circulating, connecting the heavenly mind to the physical body."

Rosicrucian's Prophecies

• "Jehova will redeam humanity by revealing those secrets which he previously reserved only for the elect."
• The whole world shall become as one book and all the contriditions of sceince and theology shall be reconciled.
• Before the end of the world God shall create a great flood of spiritual light to alleviate the sufferinng of humankind
• Before this revelation is possible, the world must sleep away the intoxication of her poisoned chalicy, which was filled with the false life of the theological vine."

As found in Dan Brown's The Lost Symbol.

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Keys of the Rosicrucians

Needed a Quick and Economical Cottege

I found this Heljan kit in storage, and looking for a quick build for an empty spot on my layou I have decided to build it.