Head painting question

[thomasjo_2093]

Sorry, I am sure this has been asked before...

What kind of paints do you use on the custom heads? Any info or tips would be great.

Thanks,

John

[Megospidey]

Hi John -

You can use just about any acrylic paint for resin heads. Wal-mart, Hobby Lobby, Michaels, or any hobby store carries them.

Everybody here uses different brands...I prefer Tamiya brand acrylic paints, but that's just me. I also use a matte spray sealant when I'm finished.

[thomasjo_2093]

Cool, how close are they to the original colors?

[Dave Mc]

I've got a pic of some paints and brushes that I use in the painting tutorial at
CustoMego

[thomasjo_2093]

Lots of good info there, thanks. The last slide is awesome...LOL

[ctc]

Hmmmm....

I use Reaper or Citadel brand paints on resin heads, for the most part. I have a lot of off brands in weird colours too. If I'm doing a head without a lot of small details I sometimes use spraypaint, or Testors. These tend to be thicker, and tougher to work with if you're using a lot of effects, but the Testor's "wood" colour is a pretty good match for a caucasian body.

Don C.

[YANOULI]

When i first started out i used Humbrol enamel paints but i've since changed to Games Workshop acrylics.

[thomasjo_2093]

Thanks for all the info.