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I recently got a new pack of Wolves, and I have a few questions to ask.

1. Is it okay to use acrylic epoxy spray paint to base coat it? (sorry if I come off as stupid, Im kids new with all this)
2. How can I not get the paint to pile up on the details but still use layering as a technique?

Thanks in advance

You can definitely get a nice basecoat with it, but I would limit rattle can usage to that only. Spray lightly from the proper distance and keep the can moving so you're not spraying the same spot for too long and the detail should be fine. After the basecoat dries layer the old fashioned way with a brush and light smooth coats of paint.

Thare1774 wrote:You can definitely get a nice basecoat with it, but I would limit rattle can usage to that only. Spray lightly from the proper distance and keep the can moving so you're not spraying the same spot for too long and the detail should be fine. After the basecoat dries layer the old fashioned way with a brush and light smooth coats of paint.

+1.

The can should say in the directions an approximate proper distance from the miniature for a good coverage. Usually around 8 inches (~20cm) is the standard. Sweep left to right, starting to spray before the model, and stopping only after you've completely passed. Give multiple coats if you need to, not just 1 thick layer (will diminish detail). When doing multiple layers, wait for the previous layer to dry some before proceeding.

Best of luck.