I wasn't intentionally being critical of anybody using any of the photos as backdrops, I was trying to convey how the best angle would produce the best backdrop.
I'm not very precise as some others, but I assume if somone bothered to calculate how many scale feet your eyes typically are above your layout benchwork, that could probably be programmed into a drone to get the proper elevation for pics.
It would be an interesting way to estimate where it needs to be, IMO.
- Douglas
DoughlessI wasn't intentionally being critical of anybody using any of the photos as backdrops, I was trying to convey how the best angle would produce the best backdrop.
Douglas,
I didn't feel that you were being critical at all. Your points were well made.
Friday was a bust weather wise so we didn't get up north to take pictures. I think I will wait until next summer because the trees are starting to turn.
Dave
I'm just a dude with a bad back having a lot of fun with model trains, and finally building a layout!
No problem here with Douglass's comments. I just wanted to be clear that I wasn't necessarily illustrating a specific angle, etc.
DoughlessI assume if somone bothered to calculate how many scale feet your eyes typically are above your layout benchwork, that could probably be programmed into a drone to get the proper elevation for pics.
That can be a good starting point. Most layouts have a few spots like that. It could work with a layout that is shoulder height, but most aren't so some adjustments need be made to get something that looks right from a standing position since most of us don't squat down to operate.
A backdrop's level also will vary depending on whether or not there's room for a bit of 3D distraction at the intersection of the layout top and the backdrop. I use a variety of things to help this out, like low hills, trees, and other vegetation.
Mike Lehman
Urbana, IL