01-10-2017, 03:44 AM | #1 |
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Best kind of paint to use on figures?
I've never tried to customize a figure in my life, but if I can ever get hold of that Mega Construx OT Baxter Stockman figure, I want two so I can repaint one's hair red to be his twin Barney (from Raphael Knocks 'Em Dead). I don't want to screw it up, so I'm wondering what the best kind of paint is to use on figures?
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01-10-2017, 10:49 AM | #2 |
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The only paint you should ever buy is Testors Model Masters Acryl paints and related thinners, paint removers, and brush cleaners. That paint is specifially thicker and made for models and plastic figures. Anything else will goop and coagulate to oblivion.
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01-10-2017, 01:38 PM | #3 |
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Never used Testors (it's hard to come by over here), I use Games Workshop's Citadel range with the odd Tamiya colour here and there. I've been using them for customs for 15+ years now (and general model making for over 25) and they're pretty great for coverage, price etc.
As long as you use a decent quality acrylic you should be fine. Just remember, several thinner coats is always better than 1 thick coat, and to thoroughly wash the figure before painting. |
01-13-2017, 02:42 AM | #5 |
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I use GW/Citadel paints too.
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01-16-2017, 05:22 PM | #6 |
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Thanks, all! Is this stuff available at Wal-Mart or do I need a specialty store?
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01-16-2017, 07:09 PM | #7 |
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01-30-2017, 04:39 AM | #8 |
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Sweet! And err, any recommendations on the right type of paintbrush to use on such a small figure?
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01-30-2017, 08:45 AM | #9 |
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Games Workshop also have a good selection of brushes, some are very small for fine details on miniatures like painting the iris and the eye shine on them.
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01-30-2017, 09:26 AM | #10 |
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01-30-2017, 10:46 AM | #11 |
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Use brushes with white soft bristles. No black bristles that always fall out and you get brush hairs all over your work.
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01-31-2017, 04:54 AM | #13 | |
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How do gold bristles hold up? I saw a set of gold ones in the size for detailing small things.
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01-31-2017, 10:51 AM | #14 |
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I prefer white. I've not seen gold or experience using gold brushes.
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