Speaking of airbursh, i just wondering is there some pointers on how to keep compressor in good shape for long period of time ?

then your only option for now would have to be via spray cans.

from what i know, turn off when not using, and release the air from the tank after finish using.. but compressor will rarely break down no?

Some quick guide for ARMY Painting.. well, it's a 40MB file size..

Download and enjoy ~ http://admin.thearmypainter.com/files/down...iting_guide.pdf

Agree. Painting is painting, just the tools n medium that's different. And each has its own characteristics, strong n weak point. Know what u wanna achieve n use the correct tool and method.

Using the tools n method that is not specially designed n created for a certain effect, either it will be very time consuming or cannot be done at all. Example: air brush to create dirt and water streak on metal, hand brush to create a smooth powder sprayed metal surface.

With the resources available now, know what u can n cannot or too troublesome to achieve is important.

Paiting Gundam or Others plastic kits enhance the overall aesthetic, even just a minor painting. Check it out.

Custom Painted Buster




Painted VF25F Armored Messiah


C&C welcomed.

woo, nice mecha...btw, the red nu can show abit.

Sharp eyes u got there. Will post it when I get back tonight.

Urban Strike Hi- Nu

Can I ask a stupid question ?

Can I use my buncho poster colour to paint my gundam rifle ? ( just a little bit on its rifle )

No... Buncho paints would not stick on it properly.

Well , ok.
That means must be tamiya or mr.hobby only can ?

For hobby purpose yes...
alternatives can use industrial spray cans which are suitable for plastic like Anchor brand. Spray at your own risk

If I want to weather and destroy my gundam , why I need to put top coat ?

Do you paint straight out of the bottle or thin it first with thinner ? and also keep in mind that it take some time for the paint to dry.

This post has been edited by Khai62: Mar 6 2013, 11:47 PM

how about go for lacquer and enamel paint?
this paint usually dry fast and have better surface too

do u paint in plastic part or rubber/joinment part?
Is that the paint is Gloss finish?

Hv u guys try to create panel line using the hobby knife? I mean add a few more lines? Pls share thx!

this has really been discussed and shared more than a few times on this thread already. please us the search function and help your self

was just wondering possible to get those titanium finish by handbrushing?

So far i have only tried acrlic paints. e.g. silver and gun metal. and tried painting them on inner frame and weapons (guns). somehow it just come out flat normal and not those glossy shiny look that it's resemble metal or steel.

Any help? isit bcoz need a glossy top coat?

thx

This post has been edited by steph13: Mar 7 2013, 08:25 PM

you need to polish the surface with compound

errrr. tamiya compound? haha. polish after or before?

This post has been edited by steph13: Mar 7 2013, 08:27 PM