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04-15-2012, 08:35 PM
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Jedi Order
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Habs Nation
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It's time to touch up older statues... Advice would be greatly appreciated!
Hi Gang,
The time has finally come to get my act together and touch up some of my older pre-2000 statues (and some newer ones, which may have already arrived with paint imperfections). Sadly, the sands of time have begun to show, e.g. a chip here, a chip there, generally along the edges where the statue meets the base or display shelf. In some cases, it appears as if the paint simply began to peel off or wear away. Some of my DC Direct pieces from the mid 90s could certainly use some love. I generally take good care of my statues e.g., away from sunlight, regular dustings, not displayed to close to one another etc.
I'm not looking to repaint the whole statue, or the tougher areas like the face or the costume emblems or any area which clearly needs a pro's hands. We're generally talking about solid colors like reds and blacks, and sometimes the mix of some colors to get the right shading. It seems overkill to hire someone just to touch up millimeter sized imperfections.
So to the ones in-the-know, I ask, what type of paint brush should I use? Since just about every statue seems to use matte paint, I suppose I should go with that. How can I tell the cheap paint from the good, or the good enough?
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04-16-2012, 02:47 PM
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Jedi Order
Join Date: Sep 2005
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Over 60 views and not one reply?
What, am I asking you guys to donate a kidney?
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04-16-2012, 02:49 PM
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Kindly Asked To Leave
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: West Coast
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If I knew anything about painting statues beyond my rudimentary "skills" at doing such, I'd give my 2 cents.
Aren't there "ceramic paints", etc? I've simply touched up statues in the past (nothing major), using everything from those to... nail polish. Probably somebody at a hobby store (or even a ceramics store/gallery) or even a gallery could give you the insight you need (though, granted, with the membership here, you shouldn't have to look further than SF for answers).
I realize these weren't the answers you're looking for, but hopefully it kicks some actual painters into gear to help you out.
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04-16-2012, 04:27 PM
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I took an IQ test and the results were negative.
Join Date: Sep 2010
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I'm a novice myself but I know a lot of painters here recommend Tamiya paints. You can find them online or at some hobby stores that specialize in model cars, ships, etc... Good luck!
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04-16-2012, 04:54 PM
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Jedi Order
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I heard something about Testers brand paint for statues too...
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04-16-2012, 07:28 PM
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Jedi Order
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Argonus
If I knew anything about painting statues beyond my rudimentary "skills" at doing such, I'd give my 2 cents.
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I want more advice just like this.
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04-16-2012, 07:55 PM
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Everywhere is walking distance if you have the time.
Join Date: Aug 2004
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It's a tough question to answer. Simply because every project is different. I use Tester's enamels on everything. But I went to a panel at WW Philly a few years ago and the "PRO'S" said it was crap. The truth is that every product has it's own qualities to it. You will get a different finish from the same jar of paint if you brush it on Vs. air-brush it. And Oil enamels have a different texture than laytex acrylic s. And then there is laquers. They will F up your airbrush with the first use, and then you need to clean it completely with laquer thinner. I have even gone through my girlfriends nail polish drawer to get the perfect match for the Bowen Magneto MB, to do a touch up. So my advice is try a few different paints and play with different techniques and solvents to get the desired effect. And if you make a mistake, it can always be redone.
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04-16-2012, 08:28 PM
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Everywhere is walking distance if you have the time.
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When it comes to a brush you want a nice soft bristle. But when you brush it over something it has to return to its original shape, even when it's wet. You want something that will have a smooth flow to it. It doesn't have to be expensive. Just pay attention to the effect and texture that it gives.
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04-16-2012, 08:46 PM
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Galactus
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: the void
Posts: 31,161
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Good advice for a brush AND a prom date!
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04-16-2012, 10:12 PM
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Hercules
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: By a Lake in NC
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What's your blood type and when do you need the kidney?
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