Hi,
This tube station is a 3D render which I modelled, based on a scene from a James Bond movie (Die Another Day). It is not an exact replica of the film scene but it is loosely based on the station features and camera viewpoint. As is the way with these things, it took a bit longer to make than I initially thought. However, I learnt a few things along the way so it was a good exercise in 3D modelling and texturing.
So for this weekend's challenge, I bring you the empty old station. What will you do to bring it to life?
Anything goes as long as it meets the forum rules on decency, copyright etc.
Anyone is welcome to have a go - whether you are a complete beginner or a Photoshop expert.
There are no prizes - just the chance to practice, show off, or bring a bit of humour and fun.
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Dave
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Dave, I really appreciate the feedback. We try to get things as right as we can, but don't always see everything. When I did the Sky-Bridge image, I deleted and replaced it five or six times after seeing little mistakes that I couldn't live with. The train was the hardest bit. Perspective Warp was not doing a decent job, so I had to keep hunting till I found a train close enough to FT into the perspective. It wasn't a Hogwarts Express though, so I made the HE plaque, number and other wee details as I also had to flip it.
I now have to tell you about the Wairarapa line that goes from Wellington to Masterton. When it was built it used steam trains, which was problematic because of a steep incline with a longish tunnel. They needed three engines to haul up the incline, and livestock in the upper tiers of a two tier rolling stock would die from the heat and steam. I apologize to animal lovers for the unpleasant mind picture.
The Fell Engines used a gear on a third track. I am sure most people will have seen this sort of thing in places like Switzerland. I wonder if the Snowdon train used a system like that? I have climbed Snowdon more times than I can remember, but usually via the Crib Goch route, and certainly never via the tourist track next to the railway!
If anyone reading this ever gets to NZ, the museum at Featherston is worth a visit. Note I don't think that is the Rimutaka line in the picture above.
Nice job on the train Trevor - I hadn't realised you hade made the details to turn it into the Hogwart express 
Yes the Snowdon railway uses a similar system, called the Abt rack after the Swiss inventor - Dr Roman Abt. It's amazing what we learn when following SFTW threads 
Dave
Jacob, I had no idea what you were talking about there, and had to resort to Google for an answer.
Is this right?
The Tunnel (TV series) - Wikipedia
I'm still not sure what it's all about. 
Harry and Ron were demonstrating what medical professionals refer to as 'Quidditch Foot'. This is an unfortunate byproduct of spending too much time riding a broomstick. There are other problems associated with Quiddich, similar to what racing cyclists can suffer. I can only suppose that the Essax saddle pictured below, is designed for additional lateral stability, but it makes your eyes water just thinking about riding a bike so equipped.
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