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Post by Kiwi Doug on Jan 21, 2016 15:42:46 GMT -6
So I've watched a LOT of tutorials on how to get my miniatures 'Eavy metal quality, but after starting my first one this afternoon, I think I might need some pointers that aren't so advanced.
Bare with me, this is my train of thought question -
Assemble and then paint right? How do you get into the nooks (behind a space marines helmet/tabard/between power pack and torso)? Even getting spray primer into those areas was tough.
Is it normal for paint on my palette to dry so quickly? Like under a minute and it is developing a 'skin'
If priming with sprayed chaos black, would you then do a base coat red, and then a bright red for the top?
Any advice is hugely appreciated!
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Post by Russell on Jan 21, 2016 16:45:47 GMT -6
Personally, if I can't see it I don't bother to paint it. When I'm using an airbrush I'll usually paint stuff in pieces then glue everything together and finish off the details. Have you checked out the GW youtube page? They have a lot of great tutorials ( here). They also talk about keeping paint wet by watering it down in a palette. |
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Post by T1m on Jan 21, 2016 16:49:30 GMT -6
Hey, I'll try to help, though a lot of how you do things will come down to your own personal preferences, which you'll figure out as you paint more (and more and more and more). The paint does unfortunately dry rather quickly, it's just the nature of acrylic paint. If you haven't, I'd suggest adding some water to the paint to help thin it, which makes it look better, and allows it to last longer. Another option is a wet palette, which can keep the paint wet for days. You can make one yourself rather cheaply. Here is a tutorial on how to make one... www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUjifHUCHLYI usually assemble my models and then paint them. Getting into the nooks and crannies just requires a bit of patience and a small brush. Or an airbrush. There are occasionally parts I can't get to, but in those cases I accept that if I can't reach the area, then I probably can't see it unless my face is two inches from the model. This really just comes down to personal preference though. Regarding the spray primer, I generally would try to spray a quarter of the model at a time, that way usually gets enough of every part of the model that it isn't an issue. I would say that priming black, basecoat red, wash with a color that compliments the red (usually brown or a dark red wash, maybe purple), then tidying up with the basecoat red and highlighting with a lighter red is the way to go. I hope some of this makes sense and is helpful. I think the important thing when starting out is to be willing to try different techniques to see what works for you and to not be afraid of making mistakes. |
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Post by Kiwi Doug on Jan 21, 2016 16:58:16 GMT -6
Thanks! I Just read up on making a wet palette, that's definitely on my to-do list. Do you still thin paints down with a wet palette? Or does the nature of the palette do that for you?
I wish I could ignore that unpainted bit behind a boltgun that I will never see, I just don't know if I can!
I have watched most of the GW videos, and some others. Reading up on dakka dakka now.
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Post by T1m on Jan 22, 2016 10:53:55 GMT -6
I usually add a little water to the paint after I put it on the wet palette.
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Post by Kiwi Doug on Jan 22, 2016 11:16:49 GMT -6
The wet palette works like a dream, cost me maybe a quarter to make? I feel like it made my paint go 5x as far as a regular palette.
What other tips have we got?
I got a Tau battle force (12x fire warrior, 12x Kroot, 3xXV25, 1xXV88 and a piranha) that I am considering painting before assembling. Is this a horrible idea? If I do go this way, can I glue them to a tooth pick to hold onto the little bits?
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Post by Russell on Jan 22, 2016 12:31:34 GMT -6
you can either use a toothpick or other wooden thing with a bit of blue tac. I use paperclips and superglue.
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