I thought I'd supplement the video with a link to a close-up picture of the final result of the modulation style. Keep in mind these are N-Scale models. Admittedly the style tends to be more prevalent on larger scales, but this picture shows the gradients a little bit better: flic.kr/p/2e9YWDc
@canyonpast3 жыл бұрын
Great video.
@JCsRiptrack3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@charlesmitchell4874 жыл бұрын
I'm only 3 min into the video and I'm really impressed. A lot of people assume that the paint from the same jar will remain consistent, but every time you open it you expose it to air, even when you close it, there is more fresh air in there than last time, this affecting the consistency. (this is why you want to get a champagne re corker that has a compression pump. :) Next, the viscosity tip on the side of the cup. JC, you've earned my subscription! (Now back to the video already in progress...)
@JCsRiptrack4 жыл бұрын
Always needing to mix to a consistency rather than being slavish to a ratio. Glad you liked it!
@JoeG-firehousewhiskey5 жыл бұрын
I like your techniques of fading! I think I need to thin out my airbrush paint more!
@JCsRiptrack5 жыл бұрын
The challenge is getting it to the sweet spot of applying thin enough for an even spray, but not so liquidy that it doesn't dry quickly when it hits the model... otherwise I get that nasty pooling and spidering....
@walkervalleyrailroad17905 жыл бұрын
Looks good I have minimal experience with airbrushing I find it the setup and cleanup os a big factor as why I don't do it often.
@JCsRiptrack5 жыл бұрын
Very true. I have said before that you'll spend more time cleaning the airbrush and masking than you will painting with it. However, the results do pay off. Spray-cans are definitely an option, but it does require almost as much in terms of preparation and set up.
@w.rustylane56504 жыл бұрын
I like to use my airbrush, a Badger 155 Anthem, to weather engines and rolling stock. I model HO scale. I also typically use acrylic craft paints and my own home made thinner.
@JCsRiptrack4 жыл бұрын
What do you use for your homemade thinner? I'm curious.
@w.rustylane56504 жыл бұрын
@@JCsRiptrack I mix 40% distilled water with 40% Windex (the non-ammonia kind) with 20% isopropyl alcohol (either 70% or 91%) and add 10 to 15 drops of water soluble glycerin (available at most grocery stores). That's my thinner recipe and I usually mix that 50% thinner and 50% paint. Works like a charm.
@phillipwyman89635 жыл бұрын
Nice work John. I found out the same thing with my Vallejo paint, Badger modelflex, and cheep craft paint. I only use the Tamiya x-20A thinner now with Tamiya paint. don't like the goo! lol
@JCsRiptrack5 жыл бұрын
The goo is bad. The X20A thinner does work very well on Games Workshop/Citadel Paints, both layer and base paints; Privateer Press paints, and AK Interactive acrylic paints. I've not tried it yet on the AK Interactive Real Color, but I will be shortly to see how it responds to the X20a, or straight 91% alcohol. I do know that the Real Colors don't like water very much at all.
@Crookedriverandeasternrr5 жыл бұрын
I just found your channel and subbed. Great advice. I can definitely use it 😃👍 thanks for sharing
@JCsRiptrack5 жыл бұрын
Glad you found it. Hopefully, I can also address questions that may come up in the comments section. If there's anything I haven't already covered, feel free to ask!
@Crookedriverandeasternrr5 жыл бұрын
JC's Riptrack thanks for the reply. I have a cheap airbrush and have been just experimenting with thinned craft paints. Not bad results but I’m not great at directing the spray. Some of you guys are so precise 👍
@JCsRiptrack5 жыл бұрын
What kind of airbrush do you have? Depending on their type, some airbrushes are better for broader work, while others are great for precision. I'm thinking of doing a paint-for-airbrush review, or something like it.
@Crookedriverandeasternrr5 жыл бұрын
JC's Riptrack it’s a set I got from harbor freight. I believe theyre duel action. There’s 6 brushes and bottles with a carousel that the air hose goes to to control the air pressure. It’s not a top brand.
@JCsRiptrack5 жыл бұрын
The Harbour Freight ones, from what I understand, are very affordable but lower quality. They'll get you started, and are good for broader work on scenery, but the 0.35mm needle and designed isn't geared for precision work. If they're syphon-feed, it's much harder to get close in. Still, as you said, not bad. I wouldn't be in a hurry to replace it, unless you really want to go full-in on a higher quality unit.
@garysatin93242 жыл бұрын
PRR ROLLING STOCK
@ChicagoModels5 жыл бұрын
Definitely no matter what paint your spraying a spray booth is nessesery. What PSI were you spray at? When I spray my mixing ratio is all eyeballed to what I am feeling at the current time, I also spray at what my compressor puts out at- many people tend to be too picky on thinning and PSI. I also only use one brand of paint too.
@JCsRiptrack5 жыл бұрын
I use several brands of paint depending on what sort of effect I'm looking for, as some of them behave differently or work better for some effects. I agree that a spray booth is something I need, and I'm hoping to get one soon, especially if I am going to get into lacquers, but even higher volume acrylic work. I've gotten away with it until now using acrylics, and only for "short bursts" of activity. However, I am liking these Real Colors very much, and also how well the Tamiya Acrylics thin with lacquer to make it my next major hobby purchase. As for my pressure, currently my little Grex AC1810A compressor is set at about 20psi. Since it doesn't have a tank, the "real" pressure is somewhere less than that. I am thinking of adapting my larger 4 Gallon compressor for airbrush use. Ironically I have finer control with the pressure with it than I do the little one.
@GXTOLX Жыл бұрын
Do u do custom paint work if provided a blank shell?
@JCsRiptrack5 жыл бұрын
So what's your experience with airbrushing or hand-painting undecorated models?
@michaelday24535 ай бұрын
It would be great if you did less high speed video and spent that time showing your work up close. Or at least show a more detailed picture/video of the end result. I’m learning a lot. Thanks.
@theeastman91364 жыл бұрын
Why the annoying music while you talk; only distracting and unnerving., for me anyways. I also recommend framing yourself tighter (less wall space) and speaking a little slower. All for your watchers enjoyment of course. Thank you for the good tips.