Painting gloss figures (1 Viewer)

Likewise. I stick them on a scrap bit of wood outside, then spray one side from all angles, leave it 20 minutes or so, flip it over and do the other side. Look forward to seeing the results.

Simon
 
Hi,

Normally when I get castings, I soak them in vinegar for a few hours, give it a good brush and then rinse and dry. This removes any residual grease and grime on the castings. The primer should then stick well.

Rgds Victor
 
I didn't do give my first one a wash or soak of any kind but will do this for the next. Another member suggested soapy water.
 
I use soapy water and an old tooth brush (hand powered ) then a rinse in clean water does the trick

Regards John
 
I have finally finished my first attempt at painting a metal minature.
This is the NCO from the English FIW series of Grenadiers. I apologise for the dusty TV top where I shot these. I tried so many photos in better locations which kept coming out awful.
It was painted entirely with Tamiya acrylic. The only non-matt paint was the white and of course the gloss. I had the paints already left over from Military plastic models and plastic 1/72s from a decade ago. The only paint I bought was the gloss white and gloss finish.
I hadn't cleaned the metal before painting so I don't know what implications this will have in the future.
My biggest struggles were just keeping a straight brush. I admire the style and detail of Britains Redcoats but it is a detail I couldn't achieve. Up close in the photo it actually looks a bit shoddier than what I thought but am not too disappointed for a first go. Having said that I enjoyed the experience. It was really relaxing (kind of like gardening) and I can't wait (baby's permission pending) to start another.
 

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I have finally finished my first attempt at painting a metal minature.
This is the NCO from the English FIW series of Grenadiers. I apologise for the dusty TV top where I shot these. I tried so many photos in better locations which kept coming out awful.
It was painted entirely with Tamiya acrylic. The only non-matt paint was the white and of course the gloss. I had the paints already left over from Military plastic models and plastic 1/72s from a decade ago. The only paint I bought was the gloss white and gloss finish.
I hadn't cleaned the metal before painting so I don't know what implications this will have in the future.
My biggest struggles were just keeping a straight brush. I admire the style and detail of Britains Redcoats but it is a detail I couldn't achieve. Up close in the photo it actually looks a bit shoddier than what I thought but am not too disappointed for a first go. Having said that I enjoyed the experience. It was really relaxing (kind of like gardening) and I can't wait (baby's permission pending) to start another.
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Very very nice result !!
Cheers,
Michel
 
Very nice result - I've compared your image to my Tradition pre-painted version of the same figure - and I think your version is better
 
Thats a very good first figure you will find each one gets better as you progress and find your own style of painting

Regards John
 
Nice work mate!
A lot of detail picked out by the paintbrush there. Look forward to many more coming.

Simon
 
Davout

That is a superb looking figure.
Was the Tamiya Acrylic gloss finish sprayed or brushed on?
Does the gloss come in a spray can or a jar?
I look forward to more of your painting.
Randy
 
For your first painted metal figure you have done a first rate job. The Tradition figures really are a joy to paint. What's next?

:)

Jeff
 
Davout71,
Your figure came out great, and comparable to WB! You'll be one of our resident masters in no time! Good job!
Mike
 
Davout, the more you do the more you will like doing them. Not only that but the better you will get. A great start. I see more figures in your future.
 
Thanks for the encouragement guys. I am now starting on a second grenadier. Actually my wife is joining me and doing another at the same time. She watched me do the first one and figured it was similar to putting on nail polish. So far she isn't doing too badly either.
 
Davout71 said:
Thanks for the encouragement guys. I am now starting on a second grenadier. Actually my wife is joining me and doing another at the same time. She watched me do the first one and figured it was similar to putting on nail polish. So far she isn't doing too badly either.
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Talk about a family affair that sounds fun. That would be a wish come true for me to have other members of my family involved in this hobby. Right now the only one seems to be Dash, my terrier lab halfbreed, who sole purpose is to swipe the brushes off my desk when I'm not looking.
Keep us well updated on progress, please..
Mike
 
Davout71 said:
Thanks for the encouragement guys. I am now starting on a second grenadier. Actually my wife is joining me and doing another at the same time. She watched me do the first one and figured it was similar to putting on nail polish. So far she isn't doing too badly either.
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Now that sure sounds like a dream come true :D
I honestly hope she likes that work. The combined effort between the two of you will give you plenty beautiful figures to display.
You are a lucky man :)
That is a very good job on your first figure and I am looking forward to see future samples.
Thanks for posting and all the best for the next ones.
Konrad
 
We have finally finished a few more. We are reasonably pleased. Some good lessons were learnt during gloss application by brush. Move quickly. Try to gloss the darker colours seperately from the light ones. Also check your brush that it isn't collecting colour as the gloss tends to pick up a thin film of paint during the application. The grenadier on the left was a real learning ground. I ended up smearing his face and mitre cap. I ended up removing much paint and re-doing it. I was quite annoyed as I had done a really good job of his face but wrecked it all in a few strokes.
My wife painted the grenadier loading second from left. I believe she had fun and is looking forward to the next (Robert Rogers and Indian). Also I am stll working on the flag bearer.
 

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Davout71 said:
We have finally finished a few more. We are reasonably pleased. Some good lessons were learnt during gloss application by brush. Move quickly. Try to gloss the darker colours seperately from the light ones. Also check your brush that it isn't collecting colour as the gloss tends to pick up a thin film of paint during the application. The grenadier on the left was a real learning ground. I ended up smearing his face and mitre cap. I ended up removing much paint and re-doing it. I was quite annoyed as I had done a really good job of his face but wrecked it all in a few strokes.
My wife painted the grenadier loading second from left. I believe she had fun and is looking forward to the next (Robert Rogers and Indian). Also I am stll working on the flag bearer.
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These look wonderful. Hats off to you and the Mrs.

Randy
 
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