How can i create an antique finish for a plastic model?
Can I? The models in question are Master Grade Gundam models and some aircraft models. If not antique a worn dirtier look.
Yea, i guess i’m looking for a weathered look, anyone know any good paint brands for this.
Tags: aircraft models, gundam models, paint
The tradition method is by painting it all in a realistic metal colour (rub and buff paint for instance) and after drying painting it with black ink. Wipe away the ink and it’s antiqued. But this is antique as in "old silver" with a tarnish like here:
http://www.celticattic.com/jewelry/images/celtic/new_silver/tie_tac_thistle.jpg
Is that what you are looking for?
If you want models to look scruffy and used you’ll have to go for weathering. Here is an article on the techniques:
http://ipmsstockholm.org/magazine/2003/01/stuff_eng_tech_afv_weathering.htm
http://www.world-war-2-airplane-model.com/weathering.html
http://www.armorama.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=34
If you can get paints by the company Deco-art, then they do a number of different finishes including the ‘dirty’ ‘antique’ kind.
You may find it useful is to use pastel earth tone chalks. This is an old model railroad trick. Grind a little of the chalk with sandpaper and then brush it on the model. You can simulate dust, dirt, grime etc. If you don’t like how it’s turning out, wash it off and start over. When you get it how you want it, seal with with a dull coat spray. Good luck, hope this helps.