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Post by healey36 on Feb 6, 2024 0:47:05 GMT
I use Vallejo and Tamiya extensively. I’ve gotten pretty competent using most acrylics, especially when working with washes and inks. The problem is they dry pretty quickly, whereas oil-based paints can be worked for hours, if not days. There are times when that is advantageous.
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Post by ron045 on Feb 6, 2024 1:59:33 GMT
Agree with others... If you are going to use rattle cans, Tamiya. Don't discount the use of an airbrush because you think you are old or never used one in the past. 5 years ago I did not own one and did not know how to use one. I did not think I was skilled enough to use one. My wife purchased me this battery operated one from Amazon. I did a few cars with it and some buildings. After 2 years I totally killed it. I purchased a Harbor Freight Avanti with compressor. Skip the battery one and start with one that has a compressor. You will be happier. If you like it, practice at it, and get good, then maybe you will want to spend the money on a really good airbrush. I'm still using the Harbor Freight version. These are just some examples. You get better with each project. The hoppers were done with that battery airbrush. Everything else was done with the Harbor Freight Airbrush. OH... and start with Tamiya airbrush paint also. Use their thinner only. Great coverage and easy clean up. When you get good, then try Tru-Color with their thinner. That's the trick with airbrushing. Don't take shortcuts. Use the brand thinner with the brand paint. One thing I've learned with painting. Short cuts are not short.             |
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Post by firewood on Feb 8, 2024 21:13:57 GMT
One thing I've learned with painting. Short cuts are not short. Thanks Ron - great photos! I appreciate the advice 👍👍 Dave
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