Comments on: How Do You Handle Criticism In Model Railroading? https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading Model railroads and model trains Wed, 23 Oct 2013 13:39:57 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 By: Bob Macdonald https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4647 Wed, 23 Oct 2013 13:39:57 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4647 I have a collection of cars and locomotives from the thirties through to the present and are displayed ain cases all over my home. I am not fortunate enough to have a layout because I rent my house and I just don’t have the room. I do have an office with an art studio where I paint and draw all types of locomotives and I display them at my home and in studios around the city. I have had people criticize my work because I paint what I want, trains and planes but my comment to them is I am the artist and I am doing what I love. If they don’t like it then they don’t have to look or buy it, lots of others do and I sell on average two a month. This is your art…..you do what satisfies you not the masses. I make a nice living with what I do so someone must appreciate It as much as I do. Keep on doing your thing and satisfy yourself…..no one else.

]]> By: JD https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4640 Wed, 23 Oct 2013 03:30:19 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4640 I like Dan Rowland’s approach. Perhaps we should all post that at our railroad location. I let all who view my layout that I am free-lanching in order to do things as I wish and that I like the flexibility. I, as a result, have had almost no criticism. I am interested in pointers that are given to help me improve something I over-looked, but so far NONE. Miracle? Believe it.
Like you, I have limited funds (I am retired) so I mix rolling stock that I sort of like…because I both like it and can afford it. My biggest problem is the vehicles on the layout, they are mixed a lot…but no complaints from anyone so far. Do you thing and enjoy it!

]]> By: Don Rowland https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4638 Wed, 23 Oct 2013 01:27:41 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4638 Sign in my Train room.
Rules of my Railroad
1. This is my railroad.
2. I’m building this layout for me.
3. No nitpicking allowed no, exceptions.
4. If I have to please everyone else then it is not fun any more.
5. If you laugh at my railroad or me, I’ll be glad to show you the door.
Don’t let the door hit you in the ASS on the way out.

]]> By: Marx R Johnson https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4636 Wed, 23 Oct 2013 00:16:06 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4636 This hobby should be like all hobbies, for your enjoyment; I told my kids the same and now my grandchildren, they enjoy some of the things I grew up doing, all of them love the trains not as much as I do, but I’m still a child at heart just as my father is so as long as your having fun ignore them.

]]> By: Steve Lindhurst https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4634 Tue, 22 Oct 2013 07:56:22 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4634 In reply to Tom.

I second that, Tom.

]]> By: Tom https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4632 Mon, 21 Oct 2013 17:39:54 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4632 I love this guy. What a great example of what the younger generation could be. Criticism is a good thing as long as it is delivered in a positive manner. A better example for the experienced modeler to set would be to point out all the positive things that he observes in a layout. Model railroading is an expression of your individualism and your adventurous spirit……express it and enjoy it. Criticism, negatively delivered, usually stems from arrogance, insecurity and dissatisfaction…….traits usually found in someone who is involved in something they don’t really enjoy. So, Tyler, express your imagination, enjoy your railroad and tell those jerks to kiss your bu##. And, if you have the time, come help me with mine….lol.

]]> By: Steve Lindhurst https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4627 Sat, 19 Oct 2013 05:10:35 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4627 In reply to Harry T.

Hey Mr. T,
First of all, I am in the USA, Wilmer Alabama,and don’t even think about laughing !!! And now I feel pretty stupid, not figuring that out, and I’m originally from New York!
Thank You!!!

]]> By: Herb https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4625 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 11:29:33 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4625 It’s nice to see the younger generation getting into the hobby. I can hear the frustration in his voice regarding the criticism he has experienced. Hopefully with all the comments he can now sort out the difference between “constructive and destructive” criticism. For his info on realism perhaps he would consider our local line here in Globe,Az. It’s a small line operating from our mines and connects to an enterchange about 120 miles away. They operate on limited funds and you can see a mixture of rolling stock from the old days to the present. That’s reality for our area. It would be a great idea to model a prototype of this railroad but I model my 12x24ft HO layout according to my imagination including rolling stock spanning many time periods. I add heavy weathering and enjoy my non typical operation even though it may not depict one’s sense of realism. I suggest for him to stay at it and sort out the non-constructive criticism.

]]> By: Harry T https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4622 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 05:16:37 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4622 In reply to Steve Lindhurst.

sub = subscribe
vcr = video cassette recorder

Steve, I think Tyler was abbreviating a word in the same way you did.

I think the post is showing at your local time (I presume you are from the USA?). By his accent I guess Tyler is in the UK so he probably posted it at 6.14am your time.

]]> By: Steve Lindhurst https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4621 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 05:01:06 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4621 In reply to Tyler Turner.

Hey Mr. Turner,
Glad to learn your name. I now have a question for you. What do you mean by the statement in your last post at 6:14 am? (you really get up that early?) I am for the most part, internet and computer and electronically impaired. I still use a VCR and a phonograph (know what that is?). So I have no earthly idea what it means to “sub to my channel ATSF modeler”. Please enlighten an old 60 year old dude. I really want to know!.
Oh yeah, I think you have a bright future in Model Railroading. Keep on keepin’ on!

]]> By: Cary Hewitt https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4617 Thu, 17 Oct 2013 10:09:23 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4617 1) You have the right attitude: model railroading is FUN! If it pleases you to run cars and engines from different eras, do so. 2) Always remember: IT IS YOUR RAILROAD! 3) Turn the critism around. If someone complains about your grass not being perfect, then ask that person “how would you do it? or Do you have any tips for me to help make it better?

Sorry to hear about the critics. Most model railroaders I have met are very nice and would not critize anyone. But, I recognize that there are some bad apples out there.

My friend has a layout set in the 1950’s. However we have operated the layout with SD40’s and AC6000s pulling a string of 1950’s era cars. We don’t care. We are in it for the fun.

Don’t let those critics get you down. Remember, if they are criticle of someone’s layout, then most likely they are just a crabby, mean, critical, person in their everyday life.

From what I could see of your layout, it looks as though you are off to a good start. Keep going!

]]> By: Jay https://blog.model-train-help.com/2013/10/how-do-you-handle-criticism-in-model-railroading.html#comment-4614 Wed, 16 Oct 2013 23:53:24 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=2799#comment-4614 My close buddy is my biggest critic. He is a perfectionist, everything has to be just right and perfect. He has several N scale modules (about 8′ worth) that look great, and he can run a short train back and forth, but that is all he has after 10+ years. I however,have built a 32 foot long x 6 feet wide room,in my attic, that houses a running HO & HOn3 layout, that fills the whole room, with a 2′ isle in down the center. I can operate many trains at once, using DCC & JMRI on a desktop PC. Most of my turnouts are controlled via PC, I have 4 fully functional DCC operating cranes (that I converted to DCC) for loading and unloading trains. My scenery is very basic, and simple, but is in progress. I did all that in 10 years. Sure I don’t do everything by the book, but I do run trains, and lots of them. I love to run mostly vintage equipment, and every loco I run has sound…
So, if you want everything to look super good, you will spend lots of time doing it, so you may not have as much time to actually run trains. If you want to run trains, you may not spend as much time perfecting every building or mountain etc. It’s your choice, remember to have fun and enjoy it.

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