discussion Pre-shading Metallics

[Vaughan]

Hi has anyone got some advice on how to pre-shade panel lines when using metallic paints?. I have given it a go using black but all that happens is that as soon as you spray over the black it disappears. Will I have to just rely on post shading using a wash?

Vaughan

 

[AlanG]

Only way you can do it is post-shading. Add a drop of black enamel/acrylic to the metallic paint to make it a shade darker then go over the panel lines afterwards.

 

[Ian M]

What paints are you using Vaughan?

Ian M

 

[Vaughan]

Hi Ian modelair.

vaughan

 

[stona]

I experimented pre-shading Alclad and it didn't produce the desired effect. I was very dependent on the angle of viewing,varying form completely invisible to a patchwork quilt. I use different shades or tint as per Allyne's advice above.

Steve

 

[BarryW]

If you use buffable metallics, once the paint has cured polish the surface you will get a 'pre-shading' effect as the paint in the grooves and dips will not be buffed up.

the Gunze buffables a great for this.

 

[Guest]

I pre-shaded my EE Lightning using Tamiya paint, see postings #55, #56 and #64 on the link below.

http://www.scale-models.co.uk/planes-helicopters/11101-e-e-lightning-f6-1-48-airfix-6.html

 

[Vaughan]

If you use buffable metallics, once the paint has cured polish the surface you will get a 'pre-shading' effect as the paint in the grooves and dips will not be buffed up.the Gunze buffables a great for this.

Barry are Gunze buffables paints easy to airbrush and would they require thinning?

vaughan

 

[BarryW]

Vaughan.

I have sprayed using a 0.4 needle without thinning without problems. The Dark Iron (great for engines) and Stainless to be specific.

 

[Vaughan]

Thanks guy for the info. Will have to have a think on this one and decide which way to go.

Vaughan