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Frequent poster 545 posts nbrodar Frequent poster 545 posts
nbrodar

I've started a new adventure, using Artist's Acrylics for my weathering:

I much prefer the consistency and workably of artist's acrylics compared to craft paints. I'm still experimenting with technique, but here are some early results:

Titanium white wash (top unwashed car, bottom washed car):

The wash is a little streaky in places, but I like the overall effect in contrast to the stark black. I'm thinking the wash needs thinned even more.

Interior rust:

I started by randomly hitting the inside with Rustoleum Oxide Primer.  Then I built up the variations in color using browns, red, orange and black.  Again, the paint has some brush marks, that should disappear as my technique improves.

Nick

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Rustman Frequent poster 680 posts
Rustman

My preferred medium!

I haven't tried oils yet. But I've used acrylics in pretty much ALL of my weathering. What are you using to dilute your paint? I've taken to using windshield washer fluid. 

Matt

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Michael Whiteman Frequent poster 519 posts
Michael Whiteman

Just thin it out

You want the was to be almost like water.  Use a larger soft brush and stroke vertically.  Use a hair dryer to speed things up between coats.  Just think...Lots of thin coats.  Looks real good for a first attempt.  And oh yea, it helps to have a picture to copy when you're weathering cars.
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arthurhouston Prolific poster 1,154 posts
arthurhouston

Jump In with Both Feet

You are on the right track, sorry about pun, but you will make everything look better in the end.  Great Model RR number 2 video George S explains weathering I have watch that video 20 times and found something new each time to use.

Get the black wash ready and use it every where.

 
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Jeff G. Regular poster 133 posts
Jeff G.

Weathering wash

I've used a weathering wash made of 1 tablespoon water, 1 tablespoon Future floorwax (now marketed as Pledge) and 1/4 teaspoon of acrylic paint (siennas, umbers, black) or india ink.  Flows great, gets into crevices/seams and allows you to build up layers of color.  The only drawback is that it turns glossy when dry, but a quick spray of Dullcote or Krylon Matte and then some powdered chalk does the trick.

Hat-tip to Bruce Hirst of http://www.hirstarts.com for this formula (he uses it on cast plaster for his wargaming pieces).
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nbrodar Frequent poster 545 posts
nbrodar

Thanks

Thanks for the tips.  I'll keep practicing.  Currently, I'm using plain water for thinning.

 

Nick

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MikeC in Qld Super User 1,066 posts
MikeC in Qld

Nick you're off to a great

Nick you're off to a great start.

While I probably prefer oils these days for weathering  [but only just] I still enjoy acrylics, and your Liquitex are good quality.

I only dilute with water, and my favourite acrylic brand is Jo Sonja's Background Colours. They're artist quality with no sheen whatsoever. I like their Chestnut, Soft White, Warm White, Deep Plum, Charcoal and Linen.

Happy weathering!

Mike

My Blog: http://model-railroad-hobbyist.com/node/14628
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nbrodar Frequent poster 545 posts
nbrodar

Thanks

Mike,

Thanks for the tips.

Nick

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casenundra Regular poster 367 posts
casenundra

makeup

Just curious. Has any one tried to use womans' makeup powders ? Lots of earth tones there.

Rich S.

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arbe Frequent poster 574 posts
arbe

Tony Thompson's wonderful blog

"Modeling The SP" http://modelingthesp.blogspot.com/has a series of posts by Tony covering his acrylic weathering techniques that began in August. He recently posted part 5. I have found these of great interest. There is also a wealth on his blog of other modeling info regardless your prototype interest

Bob Bochenek   uare_100.jpg 

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