OR you can be like me and do dumb things like spray indoors and deal with the fumes. Thanks for the great tips since i will need to use spray painting form my next project, just wondering how many spray paint cans are required to paint ordinary 1/144 HG for instance, assuming the all of the parts are going to be painted. They are meant for automotive painting, but I find they work well with plastics, though they don’t come in the same wide variety of colors, I still more or less find what I’m looking for in their selection. When you feel like you've got a good batch try test spraying some paper. You can easily paint your own vehicle with spray paint cans. It isn’t just Daze who’s into Gunpla – his daughter built some kits too. I’ve read that if you clear coat with Tamiya at the wrong time, it’ll lead to cracking, any tips to avoid that? One of the many great things about Gunpla is that the more you obsess over the details, the more amazing your kit becomes. While they can be easier to use and take up less space, as well as costing less for individual projects, if your like many modelers you have a huge stack of models built up waiting to be built and painted, which makes an airbrush a smart investment. And also, is it the clear coat beneath the decal or above it that makes silvering? Do you only use spray cans or do you also airbrush? Hi Syd, Safari is cutting the cost of jet fuel for the hike. MG Blue Astray D, All-Japan Model & Hobby Show 2010: Bandai, Gunpla TV – Episode 44 – Yamato, MG Epyon, & The Boss’ LFA Pt. Hi Syd, I’m gonna use testors spray paint is it any good case I only have access to that right now so I’m gonna paint a gold gundam jesta full gold but gonna paint all the runners basically gold and some other colors with spray paint testors any tips for first timer. I’ve been able to paint an entire MG with just a couple of cans. What does this mean? https://dc23-mecharts.blogspot.com/2011/09/airbrush-versus-spray-cans.html This is the common cause of frosting. Can you clearcoat with gloss to avoid silvering, then put matt on top of that? Does it matter if I use acrylic or non acrylic spray paints? If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. I only have access to tamiya spray paint polycarbonate here in my place. I’ve found them to be very forgiving even if you apply a little too much, and they even out pretty well. To avoid silvering it’s advisable to put a gloss clear coat on before you apply decals. What is Gunpla?Buying Kits & 1/100 MG  RX-77-2 Guncannon with Special Clear Armor Parts, Gunpla TV – Episode 5 – Building an MG – Inner Frames, Toy Tengoku – Episode 13 – Chogokin Gaogaigar & Jack Sparrow, Gunpla TV – Episode 161 – Star Wars kits! I've found that off the shelf cans of spray paint can sometimes do just as well as a specialty paints. Thanks Syd, brain.genghiscon.org ‘Silvering’ is what happens if your decal does not adhere completely to a flat surface. I asked their permission to post this here so that everyone can benefit from it. Difficulty GradesTerminologyBuilding EquipmentDetailing EquipmentPainting EquipmentMisc EquipmentGlue Guide, Project FlowchartConstruction GuideDetail LinesDecals & StickersTop Coats, Paint Space PrepPaint TypesSampling PaintsPaint ReferencesPrimingAirbrushingPreshadingSpray CansDecanting PaintsMaskingCamouflageHand Painting, Weathering (Old Tutorial)Weathering General While it's more paint than those half ounce jars, the amount of overspray  from the diameter can result in more usage. Priming does indeed help the paint grab onto the piece and can fill scratches (Mr. Surfacer works well for this, too.) Edward After you top coat with gloss and then apply decals and panel lines will you top coat again with gloss? Also note that not all cans have the same density. My results are now good but not comparable to Martin's inasmuch as brushes will never compare to a good spray can in painting a Gunpla's basic colors. 1, Gunpla TV – Episode 364 – New Arrivals For June 19th, 1/35 MG AV-98 Ingram 1st by Bandai – Part 2 – Build, Gunpla TV – Episode 374 – New Arrivals for September 4th, http://www.gaijin-gunpla.com/black-gold-and-a-bazooka/, http://www.gaijin-gunpla.com/preliminary-results/, Gunpla TV – PG Unleashed RX-78-2 Gundam Inner Frame. If it's too thick your paint will sputter and spiderweb; too thin and it will run and disperse as you spray. Hi Syd how long u leave paint dry primer and paint and can u use cheap spray paint like u buy dollar store or dose gotta be model paint specifically case I’m gonna build Hguc jesta cannon and spray paint it. Tutorial Samurai Spray Paint Top Coat by Putra Shining Hi and welcome to Putaro Plastic Modeller! Ka Warning - Do not use Tamiya PS sprays on your Gunpla. Tamiya Spray Cans can be found at most hobby shops in North America and Asia. Thanks again for sharing this information! I’m about to trying spraying for the first time…silly question. Even the cheap stuff. Check out r/Gunpla & r/Gundam. June 26, 2014, 10:32 am. Night time it gets way too humid and it will make it look nasty. We created this video to explain the wheres, whens, and hows of using primer and paint. Simple WeatheringOil WeatheringHairspray ChippingAdvanced Hairspray ChippingOther Chipping MethodsBattle DamageDry BrushingOther Weathering Tips, PlaPlatingSig Super StripeMini ThrustersOption PartsAction Bases & PosingMisc Tricks & TipsKit PhotographyGundam Line ArtRecommended Sites, LGG Changelog Turpentine can also be used, though brand-name thinners usually perform the best. For some I sprayed gloss black, then gold, then masked and sprayed black again. For sure, if I move to an airbrush I will use Future for top coats. The price of spray could be an advantage though, should you shop at a home improvement store. If you’re building MG or PG Gunpla, do you need to paint every part and topcoat it before assembling? Dismay upon the poor LEDs. 2 questions tho. Bustopia.com provides some great tips and tricks for preparing the work surface and spraying with a rattle can… Some high grade kits even have internal frame, and the colour separations is superb. Hi Syd, The sample for this tutorial is a cheap toy plastic that I have panel lining it. – clips and more clips. In other instances, such as metallic paints, blotching or tonal differentiation may occur. Play with the mix until it sprays … In this episode: Leave us a comment and let us know what you think. They also dry relatively quick. If I want a matte finish I will top-coat it with Flat Top-coat or if I want it gloss I will top coat it again with gloss. Well, actually I wanted the gold a little darker so I sprayed the pieces gloss black, then masked, then sprayed the gold. But even then I've had different results with between Testors colors. October 27, 2010, 7:59 am. Great to see this can be done despite of winds tho, major concern here :p. I have heard of some particularities when it comes to using Tamiya clear coat, such as damaging decals however I haven’t any experience with the Tamiya clear coat as I use Mr. Hobby and it works great. This is posted on a group that I belong to (thanks PGBC). A can four times the size could cost you less than something from your hobby shop. The start-up cost is higher, since you need at least an airbrush and compressor, but over the long term it’s cheaper than spray cans. Dec 30, 2014 - Ever found a colour of paint that you can only get in a Spray Can? Keep it up, I look forward to the real grade build. I don’t like the idea of running out of paint in a rattle can right in the middle of a project, especially if the color & brand isn’t readily available in shops in my area. Really. Always test or accept the risks. It's easily enough to neglect this issue by spraying from a distance while moving over the piece. Could you do a video on how you put on the gold paint on the your yellow Sinanju, please ? or is it possible to do all the parts with just 1 can? I already did apply flat top coat in my gundam, but now I want to go back and put some decals on.. How should I do that without introducing the silvering effect? In most cases, this isn't an issue until you start applying multiple coats over intricate details. Thanks heaps, HLJ : Luke I hope this article can help you guys and always thank you for supporting us Izutaro. Do you ever use future for top coats? I have built around 10-12 HG kits and about 7-8 MG kits. I am a relatively amateur Gunpla builder. Then there were the black, gold, and silver parts as well. But for the love of all that is holy please stay away from the … People have been nudging me to move to an airbrush and it’s definitely something I will attempt in the future however, I am quite satisfied with the results I am able to get using only cans for now. I wanted a deep, rich yellow and I used about 6 cans of paint just on the yellow. Like colours also allow you to use lighter coats and avoid edges between masks. I later realized I didn't use primer. The trick is in the method. With the right techniques you can get a great finish with hand-painting or spray cans… So it’s a good way to start out the hobby right! Do you assemble bits with the poly caps inside and then lightly coat? I’m new with painting and i just want to ask what is the type of spray paint you are using? I have skipped the gloss-coat step a few times thanks to the decal softer. Spray Cans are great to start off or great for doing smaller Kits. The gold was applied by masking off the parts I wanted to keep black, then spraying gold. Tcpglobal.com is a great site to buy your stuff you can get some pretty good deals from them as far as compressors and airbrush kits. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. where can i find the base that you use for the Real Grade in episode 7? Leonardo After I apply decals I will top coat again with the final top-coat. This is the most difficult process of the three, but also provides the most even, professional-looking coat. It is the surface underneath the decal that will determine whether there is any ‘silvering’. Odorless oil thinners for artists are also a good alternative. Also on point 2, I find it better overall to spray in bursts. December 9, 2010, 12:56 am. You can view the full list of colours here. Also if you live in a crappy rainy place like the UK you can get some good cheap spraybooths which are good for useing spray cans indoors. spikesagitta Nothing will stop me from painting my gunpla! Syd is currently away for the week, he will be back next week to answer everyones questions! Due to the fact that Enamel paint dries harder, so it’s more resistant to scratches which can be vital when posing a kit. Have Gunpla questions? The Sinanju, however, was a different story. If you have a garage, you can do it in there. This makes use of the spray cans large spray radius, the pieces close to each other will catch some paint so the paint isn't just going to waste. This product helps prevent silvering as well. October 4, 2010, 9:06 am. Also, since your spraying 100% compressed air, you don’t have to worry about propellant like you get with cans of compressed air, which could possibly damage whatever your spraying, and in my honest opinion, is a pure waste of money. can anyone give me a step-by-step of how you paint TT Hongli kits. Wonder in amazement as all the detail. It’s recommended for hand painting (slower drying allows for additional time for the paint to self level and hide brush strokes). megasaki What is the gloss coating after painting for? There’s some info and pics in an old blog entry I wrote. As with using an airbrush, never stop or start painting on the piece. The benefit of using Tamiya or Testors is that they're made for this sort of thing. I use lacquers because I can safely use acrylics or enamels over top when doing panel washes or adding damage, etc. Shinra It's much easier to find yourself with dripping or pooling when using spray cans. A car can be painted fully from top to bottom and even detailed for about $25. Airbrushes have lots of benefits, of course – the kinds of control you can get, the ability to paint with more precision and to more easily do things like gradients and shading – but if you’re going to be doing a lot of models one of the simpler long-term benefits is cost… Bottled paint is a lot cheaper than spray cans. We hope this video answers many of the questions we’ve received about painting. I like to spray about a hand’s width from the parts when I want a nice, even coat. Compared to an airbrush, the diameter of spray from a can is larger. Without any liquid medium loaded in it, all its spraying is compressed air, which is perfect for cleaning model kits, delicate objects, and computers. The example here takes an old 1991 Honda Accord that has been beat up pretty badly in its life. They're for poly-carbonate plastic and can eat through the plastic Gundam kits are made from. When you’re ready to paint, shake the can for at least 3 minutes. A higher PSI (15-20) will let you put more paint down in narrow lines, perfect for highlighting lines and other details. Since spray cans contain higher pressure and covers a larger spray area than airbrushes, spray cans consume paint more quickly. September 18, 2010, 11:00 am, If you are looking for alternative Topcoats items in the USA they sell testor topcoat at the craft shop Micheals or you can order topcoat from Hobbywave. In this case, a lower PSI (8-12) will let you get a broad spray while not putting out much paint. Before you get to masking and painting it's a good idea to plan your design and colour scheme.  Redditor? http://www.hlj.com/product/MDWMAG1009. Hey, cool! And can u use same clips paper ones u use for hg and wat time year be good paint with spray or dose depend on weather conditions. however, this video proves that you can paint a Gundam kit without the need for priming. The negative results you could end up with depends on the paint. It’s been hailed as the best invention since sliced bread by its adepts, but also called a time consuming gimmick by naysayers. I haven’t entered the Yellowbird into any competitions, although I thought about it at some point, so the one you saw must have been someone else’s. When it comes to gunpla, it is my opinion that there is no better technique for simulating paint chips that are scalable and hold up to macro-photography. Thanks Syd again for sharing the information ! February 5, 2011, 5:13 pm. Water droplets can mix with your paint while it travels from the spray can or airbrush to the painting surface. Truth be told, it's possible to achieve great results. The key is to figure out what colour you want a little … as HLJ cant send spray cans i find GAMES WORKSHOP Chaos black and skull white spray cans good for priming, Syd Sked Thus, it is not practical to paint each part of your kit individually. It’s a technique pioneered by Philip Stutcinskas and has widely spread beyond miniature armor model making. JM Aldeguer To avoid ruining your paint job, do your painting during sunny weather. All rights reserved. Hi Syd, thanks for another great and very useful videos of yours. spardin Take advantage of the spray can's large spray area by painting in batches. For him, hand painting can be easily used for fine details, while spray painting is more versatile. otakurevolution.com/content/laymans-gunpla-guide-spray-can-tutorial This is one major reason that I favor an airbrush over spray cans. Looking to build a Gundam model? If you want a matte finish you can spray the matte over top of the gloss-coat and still get your matte effect because it is the final coat that determines our finish. September 20, 2010, 1:49 pm. Depending on color you should be able to paint an HG kit with just one can. Spray painting with an aerosol can yield professional results. “The build itself tells a story as it shows my progression. Thanks for the great video. September 28, 2010, 7:41 am. To spray paint a car, first make sure you spray in a well-ventilated area, and wear a mask and goggles for safety. If I want a matte finish, can we skip this step and apply the decals then lastly the matte coat? And the great thing about panel lining is that once you know how to do it, you can easily apply it to anything you build! A word of warning though, I take no responsibility of it goes horribly south. Take a look at my MG Nu for example. September 16, 2010, 12:34 am. It's review time again, now featuring the Perfect Grade Unleashed RX-78-2 Gundam! Check out the... Gunpla, plamo, tutorials and reviews since 2008, Layman's Gunpla Guide - Spray Can Tutorial, You can find me (and a whole lot of better builders) on the official Discord of r/Gunpla and r/Gundam. There are a ton of different ways to do camouflage from subtle to bold, from free form to hard lines, even from authentic to original. – 1/100 MG  RX-77-2 Guncannon with Special Clear Armor Parts November 29, 2010, 10:12 pm. However, in recent years, I tend to use the BOSNY brand of paints (imported from London, I believe) – these cans are about three times the size of Tamiya cans and cost only $2 per can. Here is the video that many people have been asking for. You can spray the individual sections of your Gunpla model one by one, but it takes more time, energy and spray paint to do and makes little difference compared to spraying the whole model all together; you can use some simple techniques to help properly cover all the essential parts of your model. Remember that an airbrush is also a multi-use tool. Thus far, I've found out that Tamiya's lacquers apply thinner than the Testors enamels. Once the 2K Spray Max aerosol can is activated with the hardener, use within 12 hours. https://hobbylink.tv/gunpla-episode-12-gundam-painting-tutorial This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google, Gunpla TV – Episode 12 – Spray-Can Painting Tutorial. George Syd Sked September 29, 2010, 9:13 am. While the objective of weathering can be to achieve a beat-up or dirtied look, it need not be. But to save on spraypaints, I usually tape the parts to a board with the part side that I don’t intend to paint FACE DOWN on the board (the sides that will be hidden from view once the kit is assembled) – this usually work for the outer armors of a kit. In general, a layer of spray paint is going to be thicker than a layer from an air brush. Unfortunately, there are some negative trade offs vs. using an air brush. Brushes are, instead, essential in some techniques I'll speak about later. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. We are sold out of that item but you may be able to find a few for sale on auction sites around the internet. As the final top coat determines your finish you can gloss coat then decal then do a matt coat over top for the final finish. However if you don’t want to spray a gloss-coat before a flat coat, my advice would be to use the decal softer that we mentioned in a previous episode. From your reply above, it seems that I can just use the mark softer.. is that right? Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Want to chat Gundam or just about anything else. how many spray did you use when you did your sinanju? Is it safe to use with gunpla? http://www.gaijin-gunpla.com/preliminary-results/. Here at Gunpla 101, we’ve only ever applied clear top coat spray paint so far. Spray Paint, applied with an airbrush or straight out of the can. Take your pooch for walkies on nearby beaches and up into Enamel paints are more toxic than acrylic paints, but aren’t as bad as lacquer paints. Yes, but how about holding the parts when I’m painting, and by the way I will use spray paint so I wonder how to dry the part after spray painting because almost the whole part would be covered with paint and some parts does not have any hole or anything that I can put a stick and clip on it. where can i find the base that you use for the RG in episode 7? Syd is that Sinanju the yellow bird that was entered in to the Bandai World Gunpla Competition? September 29, 2010, 4:26 pm. Required fields are marked *, You may use these HTML tags and attributes:
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