Weathering Model Airplanes with Oil Paints

[@johnnypenso9574]

Short and sweet w/o the 20 minutes of blah, blah, blah that often accompanies modeling videos. You've earned a subscriber!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the kind words and the sub. I try to keep em short and sweet but some of the build ones do run a little longer. Sorry for the blah, blah on those :)

[@joemoore4027]

Great information on using oils. You make it simple and clear. Perfect results.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Joe. I hope that it helps out. Happy Modeling!

[@billbuchanan1263]

I'm loving these videos! Relatively short and to the point with lots of great info and really well done. I really enjoy and appreciate them.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Bill. I’m glad you like the format. I figure it’s better to just share the approaches in a brief and straightforward way rather than dragging things out. Gives the modelers more time to use the techniques on their own builds 😁

[@robertflorquist7024]

I have been building models since I was about 8 years old, I'm 63 now and I have learned so much. Been building a 1:72 Bell Helo and I have used a lot of his ideas, it's turning out great. Really enjoy the videos.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Robert. Glad that the videos have helped a little. Thank you for supporting the little community here by providing some good feedback. Happy Modeling and enjoy that Bell Chopper!

[@theotherroad6654]

You’ve added a new technique to my weathering toolkit. By pre washing with spirits then being able to add oils straight from the tube, I have unlimited control of the process. Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@FlyingSModels]

Glad it helped. I appreciate you taking the time to provide some positive feedback. Happy modeling!!

[@CarlosTorres-ow9qr]

Thanks for the lesson I’m working on the space shuttle monogram 1:72 looking forward to watching some more of you great videos thanks

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for the kind words, Carlos. I look forward to seeing some pics of your shuttle. Feel free to share over on my facebook page.

[@damirmejric3441]

Thank you for this video. I've been using oils on my car models for a while now, but this video taught me one important detail - put down some WS before applying oils to make them easier to blend. Gold!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment and glad to hear that the video provided some help with your car modeling! Appreciate it!

[@rogerairborne]

On a military aircraft, hydraulic fluid seeps from the pumps, tubing and filters behind the wheel wells and forms a yellowish sticky film on the belly panels. This sticky residue picks up grime frrom the runway, resulting in the dark streaks behing the main landing gear. Fuel and oil also contribute to the mess but hydraulic fluid is the main culprit. Very good detail. Excellent work.

[@FlyingSModels]

Very good background on how and why aircraft pick up that dirt and grime. This foundational understanding helps to make more realistic effects so I thank you for providing to the community here. Thanks for taking the time out to give this good feedback! Cheers!

[@joemoore4027]

Great video. Answered and showed a key point in weathering a kit that scares off most builders ! Keep the tips coming ! Cheers.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Joe. Hope that this one (and the others) continue to be useful to our modeling community! All the best, Chad.

[@zombiecreations1447]

Thanks for the great tip for bring more depth to building and detail.

[@FlyingSModels]

You bet. Hope it helps!

[@DKlavdious]

Your white oil paint technique is spot on! Going to use it in the following days on a Desert Storm Camouflage Buccaneer.

[@FlyingSModels]

Really appreciate the good feedback. I look forward to hearing (and maybe even seeing) your results with it on the Buccaneer. That is one that I'd like to do myself.

[@bubbapipe]

Okay Mr....you need to post more videos so we can all enjoy your work. Great how too video...love it.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks. I’ll keep working and posting as fast as I can 😉

[@johanblume2621]

I’m so looking forward to the F-18 build video. My absolute, favorite jet... plus, with your professional skills it sure will come in handy as I learn.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Johan. I'll actually likely be completing a 1/48 F/A-18F prior to the "C" model I used for the demo. Just too many projects all at one time. The struggle is real..haha.

[@davidcole333]

I'm trying this out on my Airfix 1/72 Curtiss Hawk. It took me a few times, but I'm getting the hang of it and I'm starting to see results that I like. This tutorial is well explained and easy to follow.

[@FlyingSModels]

Glad you are trying it out, David. It does take a little while to get the hang of things and determine the look you like. I appreciate the feedback!!

[@scottlinder9882]

Thank you for this, I did not realize it was possible to put oil paint over Tamiya without a clear coat. I will be giving this a try very soon!

[@FlyingSModels]

Hope you like the results. Just make sure to lay down that coat of white spirits and you'll get some really good results. Let me know how you like it.

[@panzer-meister]

It's very impressive effect. Actually, many modelers have their own way. I got a lot. Thanks for uploading.

[@FlyingSModels]

Indeed. Many modelers use a variety of techniques to get the look they want. The great thing about the hobby is we can learn from each other and adjust our own techniques along the way!

[@danrose8278]

So helpful! Thank you for putting together such a simple video for something that I thought for sure was going to be really complicated!

[@FlyingSModels]

You bet. Give it a try. Not complicated at all. Let me know how it works out for you.

[@bradpark8355]

Finally I found weathering skill that I want to learn...I subscribed! thanks! 😀

[@FlyingSModels]

Glad that the video helped. I appreciate the thoughtful comment and the sub! Happy Modeling!

[@elimarpiratelo1617]

Now I know how to do it on my 1/48 F4J. Thanks a lot

[@FlyingSModels]

Sure thing. Hope it helps!

[@dennis3043]

I Keep coming back to this video for advice. Great tips!

[@FlyingSModels]

I'm glad that it helps! Let me know if you have any other questions in the future. Cheers!

[@brianc1701]

Excellent tutorial! It would have never occurred to me to do this in the painting stage, I usually apply oils after the panel line wash over a flat coat at the end of the weathering process. A new tool for the box! Thanks!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks. I like to do it in stages. I’ll add more after the decals but this just helps her the initial painting effects about where I want them.

[@PerisModels]

Excellent tutorial I always leave the oils at the end but I might give it a go 🤗🤗🤗👌

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Peri. I use oils at the end as well but I like to use them early to create extra effects that I have a hard time creating if I use them over the gloss coat.

[@andylees2940]

Very useful and informative and to the point, no need to fast forward thru padding waffle! Ty👍

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks! Appreciate that feedback. I'm not a big fan of videos where I have to watch the grass grow before getting to the point(s).

[@howardkilburn2024]

These videos are superb, particularly like yr tutorial on using oils, well done sir, keep em coming

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Howard. Life has gotten in the way of videos lately but I hope to be back at it soon. Thank you for the kind feedback.

[@stephenbridges2791]

I have that exact airbrush. Love it.

[@FlyingSModels]

Yep, I've been really happy with it. And spare parts are far easier to obtain than my old Tamiya airbrush. Cheers!

[@jazzmusician46]

Thanks Chad. Once again, I’ve learned much from you. It’s now the time to practice. 😁

[@FlyingSModels]

I'm glad to hear that. I hope the videos continue to help.

[@rhettwampler2328]

Looking forward to using this on my next model properly. I already had a gloss coat over the base coat on my current F-14A and getting the oil weathering to look right has been a bear; now I know to try adding a bit of flat to change the surface texture.

[@FlyingSModels]

Yep, the flat texture will help. Hope you like the results when you try it. Takes a little practice to get the effect you like but it’s a pretty forgiving and flexible technique.

[@mikeglenn1000]

Thank you! Very Informative and useful! Mike G

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Mike! Glad the vid was useful.

[@mikeglenn1000]

I'll keep watching...

[@FlyingSModels]

@@mikeglenn1000 Thanks, Mike. Appreciate that.

[@thepresident1971]

Thanks alot. I was just thinking of a better technique to weather my typhoon with oil paints and bang coincidentally you uploaded the perfect video.

[@FlyingSModels]

Glad it came at the right time. Look forward to seeing how you like it for your Typhoon.

[@zsoltkonkoly1250]

Very good video from weathering working

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for the feedback. I appreciate it! Hope the video helps.

[@hurbrowns5397]

Perfect likes! no dislikes!

[@FlyingSModels]

A little surprising, actually ;)

[@spruetherapy]

Absolutely fantastic. Cannot wait to try this on my Airfix Wildcat! Thank you so much for the video. Dan

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Dan. I used it on my little Wildcat too. Really provides some nice effects.

[@spruetherapy]

@@FlyingSModels Ah yes, I've watched your Wildcat several times. Loving your work. 👍

[@FlyingSModels]

@@spruetherapy Appreciate that! Look forward to seeing your wildcat.

[@spruetherapy]

@@FlyingSModels Sadly, after trying for most of the day the effect just doesn't seem to work for me. However I am using odorless thinners instead of white spirit. Is that the issue? I either get a flooded surface with lots of blotches or a wash that just sits in the panel lines that I can barely notice. I'm using Abteilung 502 oils. Very strange!

[@FlyingSModels]

@@spruetherapy Sorry to hear that. A couple of things...what brand of paint are you using to paint the flat coat? I have tried thinner and it doesn't work like the white spirits, not sure why from a chemical perspective but it is different. And lastly, I have not had good results using the Abteilung line, for some reason. I get far better results with a good quality artist oil from Windsor and Newton or Georgian.

[@tonyperez4791]

Great Tutorial ! I just got a set of oil paints yesterday and was wondering how to use it, Thanks to you , now I have an idea of what to do. Hope you and your loved ones are well ! Take care, Tony

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Tony. I hope the same for you. If you have any questions on the use of the oils, just let me know.

[@JT-bg2vy]

That looks great! I use a similar method on the 700 scale rc AH-1 I'm building. I use a thinner that I make at home instead. Water, isopropyl, glycerin. I will also put mix into my airbrush since it'll cover nicely and I can go back over painted areas and use the 1st stage on the airbrush to move and smear as desired for the rusty dripping running look. Thank you for the video, I'll give it a try!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for that tip. I'll give it a try. Sounds like another good technique to have in the arsenal.

[@JT-bg2vy]

@@FlyingSModels I'm sorry I forgot to mention it's with acrylic paint. Works well for me though. I haven't been doing this more than a month though so my technique(s) is a bit entry level. You have it down! You make it seem almost effortless for the results. Thank you!

[@GiorgioBeltrammi]

Thanks a lot. Very useful tutorial 🙂

[@FlyingSModels]

Glad it was helpful. Appreciate you taking the time to provide the feedback!

[@balticspirit3082]

Very informative, thanks!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the feedback. Hope the video helps a little.

[@juanjaramillo1854]

Superb tutorial...thank you 👍

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you. I hope it helped a little.

[@Tigerslam327]

Superb!!!! Your painting skills are elite and always make your work stand out. Bravo!

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that, Shannon!

[@stevea21sc82]

Thank you. A really informative video. Great results!!!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you. I hope it helps! Cheers!!

[@SprueFascinationChannel]

Lovely workflow, I enjoyed it 👍

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that. Glad you liked it!

[@jasonc9194]

Thank you for the video. I would have never considered applying white spirit to acrylic paint as I would have worried about it removing the paint. Looking forward to trying this technique. Subscribed :)

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the sub and I look forward to hearing how the technique works for you. Cheers!

[@pedroalbicastrense353]

Super technique , i go try myself . How Manu Time take the paint to dry , to continu the job ?

[@FlyingSModels]

It's actually pretty fast since most of the oil paint is actually removed and/or imbedded in the flat paint surface. Really just a matter of minutes but I usually wait several hours to a day before putting a flat or gloss coat over it.

[@nenadmomic]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you!

[@nenadmomic]

@@FlyingSModels was really surprised when I saw that you apply weathering to base color just with coat of white spirit over it. And it makes so much sense! I was kind of, following the "traditional" way of, having the model glossed first and then to the weathering and play with oils. Modelling for so long and never came across that technique. Also, loved when you've applied light color of base paint over weathered area and it still the weathered tone was showing. Will definitely adopt these techniques.

[@FlyingSModels]

@@nenadmomic It's another useful weathering tool in the arsenal. Hope it works well for you.

[@mirrorblue100]

This is a neat technique - I'm going to use this to create some heavy exhaust staining on German piston engined aircraft models. Thanks!

[@FlyingSModels]

Excellent. I look forward to hearing how it works for you.

[@fernandosanmiguel7416]

Thank you very much for this tutorial. I always apply oils after a gloss varnish coat. I find that in places where the gloss has not gone down too well, the oils "spread" on the surface getting a stain or "over dirty" non desired effect so it surprises me how well you manage to remove it and blend it with the paint base coat, not having used a varnished surface. Thanks again!

[@FlyingSModels]

The white spirits applied before the application on of the oils really helps to change the way the interact with the flat surfaces. Appreciate the feedback. Happy Modeling!

[@acosacca1908]

Amazing tutorial!!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for watching! Hope it was helpful.

[@wildolan]

cheers. very interesting

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for the feedback. Hope the vid helps a little.

[@kenshin73himura70]

I get it now...🤦 3rd watching got it through... I got the memo...😒😆 getting old is not fun. Great vid.

[@FlyingSModels]

It's a good bit different than what you'd expect so I totally understand. And it takes just a little practice to figure out how you like to work the oils. Let me know if you need anything else.

[@bernardberben4852]

Loved this video! I was looking for a good video on this but couldn't find any. I found this video and thought it was straight to the point and very easy to do. And thanks for leaving a link to the paints, this deserves a sub. Keep up the good work!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for the thoughtful comments and for the sub. I hope that the video helps. The techniques are really easy to employ and it's really versatile. You can use all kinds of different colors to achieve a wide variety of nice effects. Cheers!

[@ΑΝΤΩΝΗΣΤΡΑΚΑΚΗΣ-δ3ι]

Perfect Techinque!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks! Glad you liked it.

[@gigiying6493]

Inspiring video

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks!

[@mardyart]

Hahaha, "...still looks a little 'plane' to me..." brilliant!

[@FlyingSModels]

For sure. Thank you for the feedback!

[@fishnchips5826]

Aww man i would love to see the build video of the rafale :( anywho great tips thank you for sharing 🤘🏾

[@FlyingSModels]

Yep, if only I had been making videos then. Maybe in the future I'll tackle it again. Was certainly a fun build.

[@mrcarlo1966]

Thanks for another great video. Once this dries, will you be going over it with an overcoat of flat varnish?

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the good words. Yes, once dry and decaled, I go over with a flat coat. I do put a varnish coat down before apply the decals.

[@romansthirteen-four8626]

Great content - I’m going to utilize this on my spacecraft that are used to enter atmosphere - especially my Bandai & DeAgostini Millennium Falcons. Excellent commentary as well.

[@FlyingSModels]

Really appreciate that. I hope it works out well for you on your spacecraft models. Keep me posted on those.

[@dilligaf2984]

Hey mate outstanding weathering techniques. I have a question. In this video you are applying oil paints from a tube, have you used a clear coat prior to applying oils? Secondly do you use acrylic clear coat when applying oils,? And also with the final clear coat do you use acrylic or enamel clear coat... Thankyou for uploading this outstanding video and greetings from accross the pond Australia

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate the feedback. I'm not applying the oils over a clear coat as if I did, it would just be a wash that goes into recesses like panel lines and rivets. Putting it over white spirits applied to the base flat coat allows for the oils to be blended into the finish and create weathering effects in the paint itself. When I do apply a clear for the purpose of decals and such, I apply an acrylic clear coat, AK Real Gauzy, and then apply a flat coat after it's all said and done. Hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions. Thanks again!

[@MrBadger1978]

Really fantastic! I'll be trying this on my Meng FA18. A couple of questions: 1. For how long do you need to let the oils dry before putting any other coats (varnish, clear coats etc) over top of them? 2. Which brand of clear coat do you use (Future is not available in my part of the world!)?

[@FlyingSModels]

Hope it helps and I look forward to maybe seeing some pics of your F/A-18 if you want to share them through Facebook. As far as drying time, I usually only wait a couple of hours or so before clear coating. It dries really fast since you are putting it more or less as a filter/wash over flat paint. And on the clear, I use AK Real Gauzy. Works a lot better than Future in my opinion. Let me know if you have an additional questions. Happy Modeling!

[@MrBadger1978]

@@FlyingSModels thanks so much for your reply. I'll absolutely post pictures when it's done. Your videos have inspired me to do some serious weathering - something which I'm usually too scared to do for fear of wrecking my model!

[@FlyingSModels]

@@MrBadger1978 Excellent. I'm glad that they have helped and look forward to seeing some pics! Happy Modeling!

[@tonytorres4570]

Thxs 🙏🏻

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@Blueberry-pv3iq]

love this video very helpfull is there any part one for the grey base paint tutorial ??

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks. I appreciate the feedback. I didn't make a part one for the base painting but you can see the basic techniques in other videos I've made. I usually use the same process, just with different colors. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZ_EYqKXoJuqotU

[@Blueberry-pv3iq]

@@FlyingSModels awsome im going to make my 40k valkerie as this thanks :)

[@samueljrgensen417]

How long do you let the oil paints dry for? Thanks for the awesome videos mate!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the feedback! In terms of dry time, I don't really let things dry. I just work in small sections and about as soon as I have them down, I use the white spirits to remove it and blend it into the paint. I let that dry for a few hours before putting any clear coat over it, though.

[@rengawkf]

Are you applying the wash (oils) over what type base? is that model sprayed in oil or acrylic? Thank! great work!

[@FlyingSModels]

I spray in acrylic and then put the oils over that with no gloss coat. Just put them right over the acrylic flat paint.

[@jameswaldon3809]

Great tips, Chad. Looking forward to the Hornet build video. Be careful with the landing gear on this one. I actually broke one of the main landing gear legs while trying to position it. It wasn't as strong as I thought it would be.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the heads up, James. The kit I have has the metal gear so maybe I'll dodge the bullet on this build.

[@sohaibshehzad2052]

Subscribed.

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate the sub! Cheers!

[@mraide]

Great tip

[@FlyingSModels]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Travis.O]

Thank you!!!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you!

[@b.vhidalgo4817]

I love this tutorial. I'm planning to do the same with a 1/144 F-117 nighthawk. What oil colors should I use to do a weathering effect?

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the good words. For those black finishes, it can be easy to overdo it. I typically will mix up customs shades of dark grey/grey to get a little worn effect without it being too stark. I'd recommend trying out various colors on a test piece. Maybe even try some dark blues and browns. Hope it works well for you!

[@b.vhidalgo4817]

@@FlyingSModels thank you for your advice. I'll do it

[@FlyingSModels]

@@b.vhidalgo4817 excellent. Let me know if you need anything else!

[@b.vhidalgo4817]

@@FlyingSModels I follow your advice and I got some interesting grey weathering effects following real pictures of weathered Nighthawks. Plus I did painting effects using metal colors and ammo mig acrylic transparator. Pretty cool stuff

[@cobusprinsloo]

Thank you for a very insightful tutorial. How long do oils take to dry?

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the feedback. I usually wait a hour or two before I clear coat anything, just to be sure but some may want to wait longer.

[@cobusprinsloo]

@@FlyingSModels thank you

[@joule9255]

MORE oil paints toturials please

[@FlyingSModels]

Roger that!

[@Lordcrill]

Awesome video. I recently tried this however The white spirits removed the airbrush paint right off my model when I applied it- what did I do wrong?

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for the feedback but I'm sorry that you had troubles with the white spirits removing the paint. What paint and brand of white spirits did you use?

[@rons3580]

Since you are taking the paint directly from the tube how are you keeping the amount of oil consistent and a proper amount?

[@FlyingSModels]

I don't worry about consistency of the oil since it's not really a panel line wash. It's more of a shading technique and I just add or remove as much as a want to achieve the desired effect. Hope this helps.

[@TJRohyans]

I've noticed in a couple of your videos now that you don't seem to mask/protect wheel wells/cockpits when spraying near them. Do you not worry about overspray of one color over another? Another benefit of the oil weathering versus pastel chalks, is that the clear coat won't make them disappear.

[@FlyingSModels]

Every so often I'll mask around things but most of the time, I just spray very fine lines around the openings. If I need to protect an open area, sometimes I'll used a piece of card stock as a "shield".

[@domfnl]

Thanks for sharing this, really helpful and you explain it so clearly. Going to try it out on my current build (1/48 A-10). Can you do it over decals?

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for the feedback and I'm glad that the vid helped. I hope you have good results with it on your A-10. I have also used the technique over decals but I'm a little more judicious about how I used it over them. I also make sure to use a decal softening/setting solution before I apply the wash.

[@domfnl]

Awesome dude 👏

[@ModelMinutes]

Might have to try this and “borrow” it for some if my builds 😂

[@thepresident1971]

Hey model minutes.

[@ModelMinutes]

@@thepresident1971 Hi!

[@FlyingSModels]

Borrow away. Let me know how it works for you.

[@ModelMinutes]

@@FlyingSModels Thanks!

[@NoobRoyaleMan]

Excellent tutorial. I am working on ROKAF F-15 which is dark grey in color. Which color is recommended for weathering. Is dark brown preferred color?

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks. I may try a little raw umber but it probably won't show up too well. You may want to try a lighter shade of grey and then after it's lightened just a touch with that, come back in with a few areas of raw umber to add a little extra "grime". Look forward to seeing your results. Please feel free to post some pics over on facebook/flyingSmodels. Best wishes!

[@giorgosgr2]

nice tutorail mate thanks for sharing

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the feedback. Hope it helps!

[@giorgosgr2]

@@FlyingSModels I have already tryed this technic after I see the video and the results was awasome thanks for tutorial mate

[@FlyingSModels]

@@giorgosgr2 Excellent. I'm glad you liked it and it worked out well for you. If you find any new ways, make sure to let me know :)

[@lalajaan042]

Hey mate, great work. Can i use this technique after using Tamiya spray cans (just before first gloss for decal) or you would recommend using it after gloss coat ? Cheers

[@FlyingSModels]

I'd recommend trying it out on a spare part first. While the Tamiya spray cans are synthetic lacquer and might not be effected by the white spirits. I haven't tested that yet. The other thing is you want to apply the oils and white spirits over flat paint so that it helps to change the tone of the paint itself. Putting it down over a gloss coat will be more like a panel line wash. Hope this helps. Let me know if you try it before I do :)

[@adriancabrera3014]

Wow great video ¡ I've been trying to improve my models and this video result very helpful, even though I use brushes instead of airbrush I hope i can use some of the techniques ¡ Thanks A lot ¡

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks! I think this should work equally as well over brush paints, as long as they are flat colors.

[@nathanshultz9]

Thanks for the tips, I’m going to try this technique on my next build. I recently bought a gallon of odorless mineral spirits for use with oils. Have you used mineral spirits instead of white spirits for this type of work? If so, did you have any problems? Thanks

[@FlyingSModels]

Look forward to hearing how it goes for you on your next build. I haven't tried it with mineral spirits and I'm not sure the differences in formulation. I use a good, high quality artist grade white spirits. Let me know how the odorless spirits works as it might save me some money :)

[@nathanshultz9]

@@FlyingSModels thanks for the reply. As for saving money, that’s why I went this route. More bang for the buck so to speak!

[@FlyingSModels]

@@nathanshultz9 I hear you. I may give it a try to compare and then maybe relay results in video form.

[@nazgul_53]

@Nathan Shultz @FlyingSModels so, I used a regular turpentine (which stinks) and it melted acrylic and plastic. THOUGH I still managed to get some work done before it melted. It gave me the result but then it melted, the outcome is I need to use other turpentine. so, finallym, which one iss less corrosive?

[@amad9111]

nice tutorial, can u tell me at 02:47 what u add in dropper, (whts u mix with the colors).?

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the feedback. That is white spirits that I brush on before dabbing on the oil paints. Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions. Cheers!

[@cadenwilliamsllc2967]

Just to be sure, I don’t need to put a clear coat down before I put on the spirits? It won’t take off the paint or anything?

[@FlyingSModels]

Nope, no clear required as long as you are using white spirits over acrylic flat paint. I've used this with both Tamiya and AK Real Colors acrylics with no issues. But to be sure, I'd run a test case with the paints you are using and spirits you have. Hope this helps.

[@65TossTrap]

Thanks for the video. One question: do we need an overcoat before applying the oil?

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the feedback. No overcoat required. That's what helps the weathering process. The white spirit layer helps the oils blend into the flat acrylic paint layer.

[@Evilwetness]

@@FlyingSModels What about enamel paint user?

[@WinstonBasset]

Great job. Looks amazing. Here’s what i don’t understand and still trying to learn. You weather the model first, then put the decals on top? So you have a wonderfully weather model with fresh decals?? Not criticizing, just trying to figure out how to weather the decals after weathering and blend them in? I normally add decals them weather. Most people do it your way and I’m trying to work on that technique. Again, great job. Cheers,

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Chris. I actually weather in stages. This part is just the initial weathering that goes with the pre and post shading work. After all this is complete, I add the decals or airbrush the markings using masks and then seal everything with a gloss coat. After that, come more weathering that helps to weathering the markings. Then a flat coat to seal it all in. Great comment/question. Hope this helps.

[@TheAntonymer]

"It still looks a little plane to me."

[@FlyingSModels]

Nice one!! You crack me up!!!

[@TheAntonymer]

@@FlyingSModels Your words at 2 min 25 sec.

[@FlyingSModels]

@@TheAntonymer now I crack myself up. Been so long, I don’t even remember dropping the funny pins.

[@pauka13]

Great explanation and result! How long do you have to wait between layers to dry and add the next one?

[@FlyingSModels]

I don't wait at all. After I finish up one layer of oils, I start with another.

[@RobPearlman]

Hi there, these videos are fantastic. I'm quite new to aircraft modeling and my goal is to develop the skill to build a really awesome looking Su-35 Flanker. Keep up the awesome content.

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate the feedback, Robert. I'm sure you will reach your goal in no time. I wish you all the best with your Su-35 and all future builds! Happy Modeling!

[@RobPearlman]

@@FlyingSModels Thanks. I'm using your oil weathering technique on a 1/72 hurricane painted in a standard RAF 2 tone camo. Looks great so far and I can't wait to keep practicing. Cheers!

[@FlyingSModels]

Excellent! I'm glad to hear that the technique is working well for you. Would love to see some pics of your Hurricane when complete. Feel free to share over on facebook/flyingSmodels. Cheers!

[@Марко109]

I have best results when blending with angular brush. It's probably just because I'm not experienced ( I've built around 10 models, mostly tanks, but my last two models actually look decent). Btw I have a question, which is best cheap airbrush for beginners ( if there is one)?

[@FlyingSModels]

I say use whatever works best for you. No "right" answer on most things like this. If it works and you are happy with the results, then that's what's right for you. Glad you are getting the results you are after. As far as airbrushes, I'm enjoying my Badger Velocity Renegade but I also really liked my Tamiya Super Fine HG. They are both around 100 bucks. Not sure if that's cheap from a budget perspective or not. Here's a link if you want to check out the specs on the Badger: amzn.to/36tu5zH

[@raudelsanchez8748]

Hey Chad! Thank you very much for you highly educational videos! This particular video is very good on my opinion. I'm starting to try weathering and inmy humble opinion, your technique gives a very realistic result. When you refer to using white spirit, do you mean alcohol? Thanks again and i'll definitely follow your work👍

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for the feedback and I hope and am glad that the videos may be helpful to you. That's the whole purpose of them. With regards to white spirits, it is different than alcohol. Here are a couple of good options: amzn.to/3liTCn2 and amzn.to/2YZgCAb Hope this helps! Happy Modeling!!

[@acosacca1908]

Sorry Chad... Just a question...but you use oil color before to use a gloss coat (finish effect) right? Thanks for all your Amazing tutorial!!!

[@FlyingSModels]

Yes, this technique uses oil paints applied before the gloss coat but over a layer of white spirits. Thanks for the feedback.

[@ramtin-s8722]

Hi I’m new to building and am working on my first kit....so just to be clear, you do this BEFORE applying any varnish? So right after the first paint?

[@FlyingSModels]

Yep, a put down the white spirits without any varnish applied first...directly over acrylic paint. I've put it over Tamiya and AK Real Colors paints with no issues. But if you are nervous about it, try a practice piece first. Let me know if you have any questions. Good luck on your first model. Look forward to hearing how it goes.

[@ramtin-s8722]

@@FlyingSModels thanks I will let you know and maybe send you some pics of my first attempt ..maybe you can give some pointers

[@FlyingSModels]

Look forward to seeing them!

[@ramtin-s8722]

@@FlyingSModels Great! How can I send them to you? Do you have an email adres for me?

[@FlyingSModels]

@@ramtin-s8722 There are a couple of ways. You can post them to the community tab on youtube here, I think. Better yet, you can share them on my facebook page at: facebook/flyingSmodels. If that doesn't work, contact me through my website: flyingsmodels.square.site/ using the contact box at the bottom and that will set up an email link. Look forward to seeing them!

[@swing.wing_singh]

Awesome tip. Quick question. So you use oil paint weathering without the gloss coat? I've always been told that gloss is necessary to weather

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks. I use both techniques, oil over flat paint with a coat of white spirits laid down first, as well as oil over a gloss coat later in the build. They just provide different finishes and effects. Oil over flat will give extra weathering that is hard to get when you put oil over gloss.

[@charlybrown728]

Did you seal your tamiya paints before you applied the spirits?

[@FlyingSModels]

Nope, no sealer. Just white spirits then oils straight over the Tamiya paints.

[@jsonlee01]

Very nice! How long does it take for the oil paint to dry?

[@FlyingSModels]

I don't really even let the paint dry before I start to remove it. I work in small sections and complete one section at a time. Once the oils are blended and/or removed with the white spirits, they are usually dry within a few minutes. Thanks for the good words!

[@jsonlee01]

@@FlyingSModels Thanks. The only time I used oil paints on a model was when I was a kid with limited resources and the wings of the plane I was building were yellow and for some reason, I had a tube of yellow oil paint. I applied it thickly and it never dried. LOL

[@FlyingSModels]

@@jsonlee01 That's pretty funny. I bet that never did dry. This technique is a lot different as you are applying over a coat of flat paint that has been coated with white spirits. It's more of "filter" effect. Give it a try. It takes a little bit to figure out what you like and how best to get that look but it's another great "tool" to have in the modeling arsenal.

[@jsonlee01]

@@FlyingSModels Yeah, I had never worked with oil paints before and that was all I had. Like I said, I don’t even know where that tube came from.

[@FlyingSModels]

@@jsonlee01 Now it's time to give 'em a try in a different application! Let me know if you try it, how you like it.

[@danielcobb6486]

Will this work with turpentine instead of white spirit? Amazed it doesn't tarnish the tamiya base coat.

[@FlyingSModels]

I have not tried turpentine but I have tried cheap mineral spirits and it does not work well. The artist or model grade white spirits is the way to go. They are more expensive but you don't use much and you certainly get what you pay for :)

[@danielcobb6486]

Thanks for the reply - also - how long after applying the oils do you wait to apply the gloss coat?

[@jakemccormick6068]

Wow man im very impressed, instant subscribe lol. Your work is amazing. Could i commission your work? Id love one of your masterpieces

[@FlyingSModels]

Howdy Jake. I appreciate your good words and thanks for the sub. If you want to talk about a particular commission job, feel free to contact me through the contact section over at: flyingsmodels.square.site/ Thank you again and talk soon, Chad.

[@Tempestken]

Just to confirm... the white spirit moistening coat can go DIRECTLY onto the paint? No gloss coat or protective flat coat? I never considered this.

[@FlyingSModels]

That's right...white spirits right over the flat coat. If you gloss coat, you will not get the same result. The oil will only flow in the panel lines and not weather or blend into the paint itself.

[@dti1312]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but white spirits can't damage acrylics.

[@FlyingSModels]

@@dti1312 If they can, I have never seen it on any of my models. But I'm not trying to use it as a paint remover (soaking parts or scrubbing them with spirits). I'm just using it to help the oils blend better and make it easy for any excess to be removed.

[@sebastienfouque550]

Do you apply a gloss varnish before the technic with the oil paints or do you apply it on the paint job itself ?

[@FlyingSModels]

I apply it directly to the paint.

[@Botjer1]

Im looking for some inspiration, I'm going to be painting Eldar Falcon gravtanks. Now they are tanks that fly... Should i paint vertical AND horisontal weathering? One type of weathering for when they stand or move slowly and one when they move at speed? That would make a weird crosshatch pattern?

[@FlyingSModels]

That's an interesting thought. Not being familiar with the design or the operation, it would be hard to say. If they spend a lot of time on the ground and are prone to leaking, fading, rusting, etc., you would want to consider this in your weathering patterns. Certainly, their flight path and time of flight would also need to be considered for those areas where fluids were pushed along the flow streams. Not a perfect answer, I know, just some thoughts for consideration.

[@adriancabrera3014]

By the way I'm building an Airfix P-51D 1/72 but with the original Decals and paint scheme. :) Can I use oil paints for smoke stains ?

[@FlyingSModels]

Look forward to seeing your results. Make sure to share them on the community tab or over at my flyingSmodels page on Facebook. II would recommend the use of pastels for your P-51 exhaust instead of this method since you don't airbrush. I think you will like those results better.

[@adriancabrera3014]

@@FlyingSModels ok thanks again for your pieces of advice ¡¡ I'll take my time with this mustang but for sure i'll look on Facebook ¡

[@marcusmasaki925]

Question do you have to use winser newton thinner or can u use any mineral sprites . Cause of rings around the area that have mineral sprites when dry. What can I do?

[@FlyingSModels]

I haven't used standard mineral spirits myself. I always use an artist grade white spirits. Interested to hear more about the "rings" that you have seen. Sounds like maybe you are not blending the spirits into the surrounding areas. If you want to send a photo, feel free to contact me over at: flyingSmodels.square.site. Thanks!

[@marcusmasaki925]

@@FlyingSModels thanks for the info. ill try the winsor newton thinner. Thanks again and mahalo

[@nomankw]

I was looking for something like this for a while and love the way you achieve this effect. I'm definitely trying it on my current build. Two questions if I may, 1. Will this work on something that has raised rivets? And 2. Will this work with turpentine instead of white spirits?

[@FlyingSModels]

Excellent. I hope you have much success with the techniques. This will work with raised panels and rivets. I have another video up here that shows that too. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipeZgmSHZ86jrs0 As far as turpentine, you can give it a try but I've always used artist grade white spirits. Let me know how it works if you do try it. Happy Modeling.

[@nomankw]

@@FlyingSModels thank you for your reply. I had a look at the second video also and found it very useful too. Appreciated. My question is how do you apply oil colour to raised rivets? I'm struggling to get a good dark outline on those rivets. And also, will you suggest using a white oil colour on a dearest camo to make the individual panels pop more?