Architectural Techniques

Landscaping - Waters Edge

This guide explains how to create a realistic riverside scene in a scale landscape model, covering ground textures, planting, and water effects. It outlines how to build a riverside path with ballast, form the riverbank with layered gravels and stones, and add rough grass, tufts, reeds and overhanging plants using texture mats, flock and sisal. Instructions also describe preparing and planting the riverbed, then pouring two-part resin to form clear water with optional colour washes and ripple effects. Designed for architectural and scenic modelling, the guide provides practical methods for producing detailed, natural-looking water-edge environments.