Modelling with Snow Pastes

[@justright8547]

This was really helpful, I've been looking for a good snow paste to use on the bases of my warhammer imperial guardsmen :)

[@DannyBountyHunter]

Fantastic, Mrs. Millatt. This video removed some anxiety for my upcoming Ogre miniature project. Thank you.

[@johnkelley9877]

This has been a really helpful and interesting series of tutorials. This has saved me a lot of time and effort in deciding what kind of products to use.

[@KathyMillatt]

Glad I could help.

[@Nealeb1970]

Another great and interesting video Kathy

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks Neale

[@davy1972]

Thank you. Your videos are very well done and much appreciated.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thank you so much.

[@ygyeung2056]

thx for the demonstration, easy to compare the result of snow effect paint.

[@4monkeystyle]

Kathy, this is an excellent series on winter modeling. Thank you for demonstrating all the different snow products and how you apply them. Also, thank you for the previous episode where you tested some alternative options, such as the baking powder.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks a lot. Glad you found it useful and it’s been fun to do.

[@leonardocucchiara4782]

I like the end result of the deluxe materials products the most. The Tamiya effect also looks very good but maybe it fits better with a larger scale. Thanks for showing the differences of those products. That is very helpful

[@KathyMillatt]

Glad you found it helpful.

[@TrainsandDioramas]

Again, thanks for doing this experiment! My next project will be a model railroad set in winter and your series will be a great reference for sure! Cheers! Kaustav

[@KathyMillatt]

It was fun too do. Thanks

[@ronzufelt1428]

Great tutorials and experiments. Thanks Kathy

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks!

[@RonsTrainsNThings]

Hi, Kathy. I have really enjoyed these snow effect tutorials. It is good to see results before you invest in a product, and you have shown some really nice effects. Thanks.

[@KathyMillatt]

Glad you found them helpful.

[@panKowalski597]

Very informative, thank you

[@TonyFleetwood]

winter in southern new england was so dismal this year. this morning i was scraping snowy ice and by early afternoon it was 50 (10c)! i think i have watched more of your snow modeling videos this year than it has actually snowed, lol!

[@KathyMillatt]

It was the same where I live. Still, we can recreate perfect snow in miniature without the inconvenience of scraping our cars...

[@RicheUK]

Interesting video as always Kathy, thanks

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks a lot.

[@ianbrown9108]

Another very informative video. Lots to think about for when I finally get round to building a winter camouflage model...

[@KathyMillatt]

Glad you found it useful.

[@cprtrain]

Well done Kathy.

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks!

[@daviddavidson3760]

Thanks for this video it was very helpful. I went with the tamiya snow white in the end.

[@KathyMillatt]

Interesting. Thank you.

[@rogerdennis276]

Great video I been enjoy your video on snow over the last few weeks keep up the good work thanks

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks Roger

[@philiph3156]

That Foam Snow in the grass looks good for a light dusting effect or a partial melt in a field. It might also actually work for NScale

[@KathyMillatt]

N scale is so tricky to get right and just a simple dry brush may be best as you suggest.

[@AngelGiraldeZ]

Nice video 👌🏻

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks.

[@AtomDwarft]

And here I am, using Correction Fluid to make thick snow effects :D

[@davidcutts2650]

Contrary to Tony in New England, I think our last snow was around 25 years ago. Where I am 😎. Cool video Kathy.

[@KathyMillatt]

I do find it harder to model because I don’t see it very often but 25 years, that sounds like nice winters.

[@davidcutts2650]

Kathy Millatt hi! Should have mentioned I am in South Africa, high region,with winter not unlike uk summer without the rain. Lol

[@KathyMillatt]

I had a lovely two weeks at a friend’s wedding in South Africa. It was so special and it’s a lovely part of the world.

[@Emtbtoday]

These are the ones in want to try AKs new balloonballs and resin ice

[@KathyMillatt]

I used the resin ice in my canal scene. It worked well. Their micro balloons are identical to the ones I use. They’re my favourite snow product.

[@brianmicky7596]

Hi Kathy, Nice one as always , give them a challenge on the G8 Model Railway next , All the Best Brian 🤗

[@KathyMillatt]

We’re just talking about themes at the moment...

[@johnwalliss]

im pulled between the AK and Tamiya. I've just based some 28mm WW2 Eastern Front Germans with GW Valhallan Blizzzard but there are brown dots coming through either from the basecoat on the base or the basing. I like the grittiness of the Tamiya but would be worried that the AK would look too much like xmas cake icing. Thanks for the video!!

[@KathyMillatt]

I sprayed a sealant coat before putting my snow on to stop any bleed. It was worrying me too.

[@Emtbtoday]

They say there balloonballs are for all scales now! I use 1.35 myself but should try it for 00

[@KathyMillatt]

I think they are fine enough to work in all scales.

[@glen9651]

Great video

[@KathyMillatt]

Thanks!

[@m0e87]

Thanks so much, this is great and very helpful!

[@KathyMillatt]

Brilliant.

[@fabianhohenberger9376]

the create and shape micro balloons looks like the best one but i miss a link to order this. or is the AK SNOW microballoons the same? I am not a fan of AK but at least the result is the way to be

[@KathyMillatt]

I use deluxe materials micro balloons but AK interactive should be the same.

[@JimBCameron]

Brings a whole new meaning to "Don't eat yellow snow!" XD

[@FluttershyKess]

Hi, with the AK terrains snow, how are you getting it to dry so smooth? I keep getting the edge lines from the wood tool.

[@KathyMillatt]

It is a real problem but try a different tool or even your finger or a brush to smooth it at the end.

[@jorey4565]

Hi Kathy,do you have test Andrea snow,a bit expensive but great results,must mix with pva glue diluated with water..👍❤

[@KathyMillatt]

I’ve not heard of Andrea snow but all the ones I did are on videos.

[@jorey4565]

@@KathyMillatt ANdrea artificial snow,crystal mineral powder to immitate snow,yes very good results for miniatures,but to expensive for huge diorama,i see your test on AK snow terrain,i will order it,already have snow ice sparkles and snow microballons(need snow sparkles from AK too,to complete the series..)Do you try Krycell products ?

[@KathyMillatt]

@@jorey4565 Thanks for that. I have a whole video on Precision Snow and Ice which is the Krycell product: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpaonHRseZeXY6M

[@jorey4565]

@@KathyMillatt Great,thanks a lot Kathy,go to watch the videos,bises from France !

[@NosferatusLair]

What would you recommend for 1/6 scale 12 inch figures say on boots and helmets of a soldier. Which paste would you recommend for larger 1/6 scale?

[@KathyMillatt]

I think the pastes I tested are all pretty similar in scalability so whichever one gives the colour you like and you can get hold of. I’d add microballoons over the top whilst it’s wet if you want a newer snow finish.

[@austinyingst5902]

One nice feature with the pastes: you don't have to turn the layout upside down to remove loose material. LOL

[@KathyMillatt]

True!!!

[@baramikwang7722]

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[@nesr8786]

Nice review Kathy ,if you snow what i mean lol.

[@KathyMillatt]

I snow exactly what you mean.

[@rosemarymortonjack9387]

How do you get it to set hard and stay in place?

[@KathyMillatt]

The snow pastes I have used do set up hard. If it isn’t sticking then perhaps a layer of white glue first might help.

[@itolond]

for snow @ a HO/OO scale- what would you recommend (train layout)

[@KathyMillatt]

I’ve done so many videos on the different options and it really comes down to what snow you’re modelling. My go to by the end is AK Interactive diorama snow for thick snow and Micro Balloons for the powder.

[@itolond]

@@KathyMillatt thx, I am looking and moderately thick fading down a mountain - with some ice/snow roads

[@KathyMillatt]

itolond you’ll need to use a number of methods and experiment a bit but those two products will work. Over a larger area, I’d look fir something cheaper and even just pain the scenery white and cover with the micro balloons.

[@itolond]

@@KathyMillatt side note- have you used/tried 2mm - 4mm White Snow Static Grass at all?

[@KathyMillatt]

itolond there’s a video up on that.

[@zsavage1820]

THAT STUFF COST TOO MUCH MONEY!!! just the 100ml of Tamya is $18.00 !!!! SCREW THAT!... just mix baking powder with some cheap unscented shaving cream BOOM DONE

[@KathyMillatt]

That’s one technique I’ve never tried. Does it yellow over time and how robust is the shaving cream?