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Post by altonbee on Jan 26, 2011 21:43:08 GMT
Hi there,
Looking in my local hobbycraft shop I saw a limited collection of paints for models but also a varried collection of paints for artists. I'm wondering if it is possible to use these "artist" paints for modeling ? Has anyone tried this and if so was it a success or failure.
I also wondered if sample pots of paint from DIY stores like Focus or homebase etc could also be used ?
Thanks Vic
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Post by ptcruiser on Jan 29, 2011 15:37:34 GMT
Hi Vic Paint - a big subject.
Modellers traditionally used enamel paints and this may the small selection you saw in Hobbycraft on the Humbrol stand?
More recently acrylics have become more/most(?) popular and the principle reasons being they are mostly water based and less odourous as opposed to the oil based enamels.
So when you look around Hobbycraft you will see other types of paint that can also be used. There will be other acrylics, oils, gouache etc. Each can find it's own use in the hobby, and if you have returned to the hobby after a while away it may be worth considering the acrylic ranges. Start with their own recommended solvent (either also in the range or just tap or distilled water) and work your way around from there.
In terms of DIY paints, the match pots will tend to be emulsions and a completley different animal that is not really suited to adhearing to plastic kits. HOWEVER, I had some success when using stencil paints which are also acrylic (and the ones I used made by Humbrol if you read the small print!).
Hope that helps a little?
Rich
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Post by foxy on Jan 29, 2011 17:03:47 GMT
Hi altonbee. Artist paints. If you mean oil paints as well as water based, then yes oil paints are very good for figures/weathering etc among other things.
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Post by jwhalen on Feb 1, 2011 12:23:49 GMT
Hi,
To some extent the paints you use will be dependent on the type of model building you are doing.
Halfords plastic primer (it comes in grey, white or red) is good for priming most subjects. Their filler primer can sometimes be useful as well (put over a coat of primer) and their range of colours are good but the costs can add up.
If you're thinking about doing a fair amount of spray painting you may find it cheaper in the long run to have an airbrush/compressor set up.
As Rich said, paint is a big subject - I think possibly one of the biggest in model building!! If you have specific question I'm sure someone on here can provide you with a good answer.
Cheers,
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