Modeling Series Layout Builds Olympia Projects Olympia & Sand Creek, Episode 20 | Painting the backdrop – Part 3

Olympia & Sand Creek, Episode 20 | Painting the backdrop – Part 3

By Kent Johnson | October 9, 2024

Artist Jay Smith shares subtle detailing techniques for use along the painted backdrop

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As Jay Smith, former illustrator (ret.) for Kalmbach Media, continues is his backdrop painting efforts on David Popp’s Olympia & Sand Creek On30 display layout, you’ll see several subtle techniques Jay employees to create lighting effects and enhance the detailed appearance of even the most distant landform and structures he paints. Be sure to explore the entire series, appearing exclusively on Trains.com Video!