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Post by jabsy on May 23, 2004 7:44:03 GMT -5
I showed this bust as a plain white resin in a previous post.I have now painted it (my first ever).Let me know what you think.
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Post by Faithfulbutler on May 23, 2004 7:55:03 GMT -5
Your first ever paint job?I think your kidding us,that's great work Jabsy.
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Post by jabsy on May 23, 2004 8:34:03 GMT -5
The dark light hides some of the imperfections but it is my first.I only used four colours and took my time.
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Post by Faithfulbutler on May 23, 2004 8:38:14 GMT -5
The dark light hides some of the imperfections but it is my first.I only used four colours and took my time. Well Jabsy,i was only messing with you.As a modeller of many,many years i would just like to tell you it really is an excellent job.You should try your hand at some more and see how you go.If you need any advice or suggestions i would be happy to help.Some of my Models are here if you want to have a look. legionsofgotham.proboards2.com/index.cgi?board=custom&action=display&n=1&thread=1084277688Can i suggest also to go to a Hobby store and buy yourself a can of Dullcote.It will seal your paintjob without affecting your colours and retain the newly painted look.It also makes dusting easier.
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Post by Roback on May 23, 2004 8:44:32 GMT -5
Awesome! As a collector of busts and statues i just have to say that you did an excellent job on this piece. Do you customize action figures as well?
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Post by jabsy on May 23, 2004 9:13:38 GMT -5
Well Jabsy,i was only messing with you.As a modeller of many,many years i would just like to tell you it really is an excellent job.You should try your hand at some more and see how you go.If you need any advice or suggestions i would be happy to help.Some of my Models are here if you want to have a look. legionsofgotham.proboards2.com/index.cgi?board=custom&action=display&thread=1084277688 Can i suggest also to go to a Hobby store and buy yourself a can of Dullcote.It will seal your paintjob without affecting your colours and retain the newly painted look.It also makes dusting easier. Your models are fantstic. I have the bug now so i will try again.I really appreciate your offer of advice. I bought this model as a complete resin piece but i would like to try my hand at buliding them as well.Do you have any tips on resin model building.
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Post by Faithfulbutler on May 23, 2004 19:04:30 GMT -5
Your models are fantstic. I have the bug now so i will try again.I really appreciate your offer of advice. I bought this model as a complete resin piece but i would like to try my hand at buliding them as well.Do you have any tips on resin model building. Resin kits are one of the easiest to build.They usually come in very few pieces.saying that though the preparation is essential with them. Always give them a wash before you do anything in warm,soapy water because they will still have release agent on them from the moulding process.If you don't wash them paint and glue won't adhere as well. Secondly test fit every piece before glueing,they often need prep in the joints and such due to casting overflow.Try and clean up all flash,and seams before putting them together you may not be able to get to all the spots once your Model is together.I use a type of Superglue called Zap-a-Gap for glueing them together as it is fairly quick to set and very strong.Normal Modelling glue will not work.Epoxy glues are okay but very slow to set. If your figure has a cape or something that will cover part of the model do not put it on in the initial assembly.It makes the areas underneath too hard to paint.I am fussy personally,even if i know a part of a model will be covered and never seen,i still give it as much attention as the exposed areas. Once you have assembled him you will need some modelling putty.Fill any gaps in joints and often resin kits have"pin holes"where air has been trapped in casting.Fill these all with putty and sand after drying. Next,undercoat your model,this is very important to help paint adhere plus it will bring up any imperfections you have missed so you can fix them. I use an airbrush for painting larger areas but you can just buy spray cans of Acrylic model paint from your Hobby store which will do the same job.The only downfall with spray cans is of course you can't mix up new colours,but you can get most of the needed colours.Now with spraying be patient,don't try to cover the area in one go.Build it up over several coats until you get a nice clean finish.Then paint in all detail with brushes including your washes and dry brushing. Finally seal your kit with testors Dullcote to retain your colour and protect the finish. That's a general overview for you anyway,hope it helps.Any questions you have just give me a yell and i will try to help you out.
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Post by PPAIN aka Michael on May 24, 2004 7:20:42 GMT -5
[glow=purple,2,300]Really well done Jabsy; I love it! [/glow]
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Post by jabsy on May 24, 2004 11:51:00 GMT -5
Resin kits are one of the easiest to build.They usually come in very few pieces.saying that though the preparation is essential with them. Always give them a wash before you do anything in warm,soapy water because they will still have release agent on them from the moulding process.If you don't wash them paint and glue won't adhere as well. Secondly test fit every piece before glueing,they often need prep in the joints and such due to casting overflow.Try and clean up all flash,and seams before putting them together you may not be able to get to all the spots once your Model is together.I use a type of Superglue called Zap-a-Gap for glueing them together as it is fairly quick to set and very strong.Normal Modelling glue will not work.Epoxy glues are okay but very slow to set. If your figure has a cape or something that will cover part of the model do not put it on in the initial assembly.It makes the areas underneath too hard to paint.I am fussy personally,even if i know a part of a model will be covered and never seen,i still give it as much attention as the exposed areas. Once you have assembled him you will need some modelling putty.Fill any gaps in joints and often resin kits have"pin holes"where air has been trapped in casting.Fill these all with putty and sand after drying. Next,undercoat your model,this is very important to help paint adhere plus it will bring up any imperfections you have missed so you can fix them. I use an airbrush for painting larger areas but you can just buy spray cans of Acrylic model paint from your Hobby store which will do the same job.The only downfall with spray cans is of course you can't mix up new colours,but you can get most of the needed colours.Now with spraying be patient,don't try to cover the area in one go.Build it up over several coats until you get a nice clean finish.Then paint in all detail with brushes including your washes and dry brushing. Finally seal your kit with testors Dullcote to retain your colour and protect the finish. That's a general overview for you anyway,hope it helps.Any questions you have just give me a yell and i will try to help you out. Thanks for taking the time in writing this, i have taken on all of your advice and will let you know how i get on.
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Post by Faithfulbutler on May 24, 2004 17:08:43 GMT -5
Thanks for taking the time in writing this, i have taken on all of your advice and will let you know how i get on. My pleasure,anything to help more people get into one of my favourite pastimes.
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Post by PJ on Aug 4, 2004 20:58:53 GMT -5
That looks great. PJ
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Post by Peev34 on Aug 6, 2004 11:14:10 GMT -5
[shadow=blue,left,300]Terrific job, jabsy![/shadow]
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