Happy Rail 200. Wasn't in the area to see the full sized locomotion, but at least a smaller version is present haha.

I keep seeing pictures of Possums in car or truck engines like this, and more and more I'm convinced some of them are actually qualified mechanics.

Quite apt listening for the current state of things. youtu.be/yJLKoHHu7bQ?...

Reminder, that if you want an HO scale model of the first 4-2-0 built, the Experiment of the Mohawk & Hudson, you can get a 3D printed kit on my shop here: 3dptrain.com/products/183...

Despairingly, the Mosleys and Haw-Haws have been emboldened, on top of everything else.

If someone asked me what I thought the greatest thing about America was, I'd only have one word as a reply. Opossums.

It's really less of 'trying to enjoy fall' as much as it is 'desperately clawing at any shred of autumn good to drown out the daily horrors'

More people need to see this. An absolute creature.

A good attempt, but not good enough. I've tried to sort out doing artworks for people between work shifts and on days off, but the fact is that among other things, it has thrown my health state off kilter. My sleeping has gotten worse over the past month and it's starting to affect my job. (1/2)

Changing things around here a bit. I'm going by my new handle as 'Old Coal'. As much as I liked NERailwayArtist, it did cause some confusion back on twitter, and it did seem to pigeonhole me as a purely rail artist. Hoping to change that as I go. The 'mascot' will still be an engine though.

I miss looking at the Union Jack as a symbol of the most colourful, most gay, most groovy times. *says yeah baby in sad*

Whelp. Should have known this was coming. There's no true thought I could say on the matter without being arrested in seconds. So I only ask this: Everyone stay safe out there.

Stupid handsome well balanced looking outside framed locomotives making me *like* the GWR. (At least this era.)

Apologies to those waiting on commissions, whether them to be done or new slots to open. I've been unwell this past week, not sleeping between work shifts, and so its had a knock on effect. I should be back to it by the weekend.

Coalbrookdale no.5 for the Peckett W4 chassis, available to order now at £35 each

Pictures of my Rail 200 waggon, complete with a plinthed Hornby 'Locomotion.' A silly idea that came together over a couple days and nights but I think it turned out alright.

Well the weather wasn't brilliant at the beginning of the day, but thankfully the afternoon steam meetup wasn't cancelled; the sun came out and it made for some nice pictures. My engine and train are in the first photo.

Happy Yorkshire day from a Northumbrian admirer.

I've taken on quite a commission for the next few weeks, so for now, I'm closing them. I'll announce when they're back once this project is done. Thanks to everyone that commissioned so far, it means a lot. :)

Running late, just like BR lol. www.twitch.tv/old_coal

Pushing streaming back to this evening, had to run some errands. Typical for a day off! 🫠

I did it lol, I actually painted something on stream. Hopefully more tomorrow.

Time to do...something. www.twitch.tv/old_coal

I'll be streaming hopefully some time tonight (Bri'ish), probably just scribbles while I wait on commissioners replies etc.

So 'compliance' with the UK government means I cannot now answer commission related DMs without putting my details into a website that apparently has been prosecuted for data breaches in the past. No thanks. I apologise to those I was DMing, and I'll try and sort an alternative this weekend.

As I'm getting back into commissions, I've noticed a few personal faults that need to be fixed, mostly productivity. I also couldn't stream some of the projects publicly. Hopefully next time. Sadly, more commissions are stalled until the weekend; my week off is over, and I'm back to my 9-5.

This lot is done, just waiting for payments to clear before moving on to the next lot.

Sorry for the short stream, really should aim for longer hours. Hopefully I'll be able to do that soon.

Streaming for a bit! www.twitch.tv/old_coal

Update on current commissions.

I've listened to this so much that when I hear the original Roxette song I mentally scream SWORN TO AVENGE-CONDEMNED TO HELL after the lyrics. :v youtu.be/uP4ahw07Xqc?...

Commissions currently in progress.

I mean it would help if I said commissions were open wouldn't it... Opened a few slots, first come first serve.

Short on rent so I'm selling more locos! www.ebay.com/itm/26731600...

I think I should also be trying to do art that isn't just trains. I do enjoy doing landscape backgrounds, so perhaps that will be something I could do for folks too.

Updated my commissions sheet. It's nowt jazzy, but its something.

I managed a couple hours out today before retreating back home, my mental state isn't... brilliant at the moment. NTSR is always a good visit however.

I'm considering opening fully painted commissions alongside my sketch and tidied up lineart commissions. Would there be much interest?

I got an unexpected but nice gift today. I'm not as into comics as my brother, but...this may do for now.

With everything degrading in the world, I thought at least my trans friends had gotten some good news finally with the passport stuff, but now this. If you want to know true monstrosity, look to the ones upholding these laws and withholding care. Unfeeling, out of touch wretches all.

So uh, it appears that my DMs were set wrong, so if you have wanted a commission but haven't been able to contact, I have changed the setting now. S:

7mmNGA at Burton, complete! A wonderful show with a lot of supportive folk. Had a very delightful slice of chocolate cake, sold a healthy amount of kits (both railway and miniature) and even showed off a few new things! #modelrailways #miniatures #narrowgauge

In a way, I feel sorry for the tanks. Imagine being built by one of the greatest powerhouses of the 20th century to fight for freedom and justice, and now in retirement you're put in a parade representing everything you fought against. No wonder they're mournfully squeaking.

The size of the bugs this year though.

A few years ago, my art peaked I guess lol.

Never been a better time to be a White Scars fan. u: youtu.be/Sg9vwtXGY8U?...

Happy Pride🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜

My first steam game ISLANDS & TRAINS has just released!! What began as a tiny hobby project has grown into something that I'm so thankful, excited and proud of. It would mean the world if you could give this a repost and try the game on Steam 💌🌻 s.team/a/1957760

Just a heads up that I'm keeping sketch commissions open for the next couple weeks, and possibly longer after that. So, if you're interested, DM me! Few slots at a time so it's not too overwhelming etc, as unfortunately I'm back at work haha.

Some really old illustrations from a series I did about a decade ago. #illustration #penandink