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I don't know what it is, but when I paint larger models they don't look good at all. I'm fairly solid at the smaller models, but for some reason I can't paint a larger one well at all.

Other than using an airbrush (don't have the cash to invest), what tips do you guys have for dealing with larger models?

Thanks,
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Hope that helps a bit. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/587391/6678891.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/587391/6678891.page GMT painting larger models http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/587391/6678907.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/587391/6678907.page GMT Re:painting larger models
Give this a read, it has some pretty good tips: http://fromthewarp.blogspot.com/2012/01/7-tips-for-painting-vehicles-without.html

I don't think that article mentions it, but you can also use a color primer close to what you want the main color to be. It can save a ton of work.

Also, don't completely discount using an airbrush. It is entirely possible to get a basic setup without having to drop hundreds of dollars on equipment.
Here is one way to do it. It may not be the best thing in the world, but it would work for priming and base coats:



There are other ways to supply air as well, such as a portable air tank or a bottle of compressed gas (I used nitrogen to airbrush with for a short time before I bought my current compressor). ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/587391/6678908.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/587391/6678908.page GMT Re:painting larger models
That is, if I get the nerve up to actually start painting it now. It's nerve-wracking!




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 soitra wrote:
Bigger brush and plenty of flow aid to avoid brush strokes


Flow aid? What is that? (sorry for the obvious new guy question)]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/587391/6678912.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/587391/6678912.page GMT Re:painting larger models
 Roger Dorn wrote:
Flow aid? What is that? (sorry for the obvious new guy question)



It is an additive that does exactly what its name implies; it improves the flow characteristics of paint by decreasing the surface tension of the paint. However, you do not need to use lots of it and it should not be used undiluted, it works best when mixed 10:1 with distilled water. It's good stuff to have around and you can buy it the big name arts & crafts stores in the paint section. I would recommend getting a bottle of that and Slow-Dri, which extends the drying time of acrylic paints and is helpful when blending.
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