I just finished doing some enamel washes. As expected it looks a ton better than after the paint chipping effects, the enamel washes effortlessly brought out the crevices and details of the kit and it also brought to life the weld effects I added to a few parts of the kit.
Notice that the finishing is still in gloss which is perfect for the washes. Just make sure not to erase or remove too much of the washes to retain the weathered look. Too much enamel clean up will result to an undesired clean look. I now have to seal this with future and apply a darker color wash for the small damages. I might also add a few more paint chip effects on a few areas.
Then, I will have to give this a flat coat, apply a few weathering master or even pastels, post shade using Tamiya smoke on some areas with damage effects and give it it's final coat. Almost done, no more WIPs. Next update are the completed photos in my gallery. :)
Thanks for dropping by! Til' next update! :)
Sooooo cool. This is a sweet build.
ReplyDeleteIt's done, just need to spray the flat final coat, some pastel work and it's done bro! My fav build so far. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat exactly is a 'wash'? I've yet to learn as to what it is.
ReplyDeleteDC, this build is freakin' amazing.
Wow! The washes are actually such a big jump towards "life"! The problem is: i know the theory... But how actually doing it? Did you post already a "Washing: how to"? Kind of a step by step guide? Well, i guess i just have to try, and try, and try, and try, then try a bit more, and eventually, after a bit more trying i'll begin to understand :D
ReplyDeleteThanks, a wash... is a wash, hehehe. You have to mix enamel with more thinner than paint, let it run through the crevices and edges, let dry for a moment and clean up the excess. :)
ReplyDeleteI think I have some sort of step by step photos in here bro - http://dc23-mecharts.blogspot.com/2009/12/on-guard-dio-feat-hguc-zaku-wip-part-iv.html
ReplyDeleteHope that helps. :)