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[quote]QUOTE: Originally posted by FJ and G 1. In the latest MR, advice is given to make the backdrop painting subdued so as not to draw attention away from the trains. However, in the same magazine is a picture of an HO layout, showing a quarry, and in the background are fluffy white clouds and blue sky; definitely not subdued. Why do we need to have rules about the backdrop; why not just let everyone paint what looks best? Subdued looks nice sometimes, but I've also seen backdrops that were not subdued and were stunning.[/quote] I agree. Whatever your artistic eye says to do, go for it. [quote]QUOTE: Advice in the same article was to make the horizon as low as possible. However, no explanation was given as to why the horizon should be low. Can someone provide details?[/quote] I think the horizon line is relative to the layout height. If you are looking down, as if you are on a hill, your perspective is at a higher point than if you were in a lower point, like a valley. [quote]QUOTE: I've purchased three types of paints: latex flat, latex glossy, and an assortment of acrylics. Can these paints be mixed and do they go together well?[/quote] I'm sure they can, but first try a small test sample to see how well they mix and dry and see how much tinting you need to get what you want. If you mix gloss with flat you'll get a semi-gloss or a satin finish. [quote]QUOTE: By way of background, I'm using tempered hardboard, which the dealer said was the same as masonite. I put a coat of drywall primer on the rough side.[/quote] Are you painting on the rough side or smooth side?
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