Hand painting props and armor

[vdcdv]

Hey all, Ive made the recent decision to switch from rattle can painting to almost strictly hand painting. Does anyone have any recommendations for any specific paint brands techniques? Thanks in advance.

 

[Raptor241489]

My suit is pretty much handpainted, I used vallejo acrylics thinned with water on a rough 1:1 ratio. Lately Ive been using angelus acrylic leather paint as Ive found it resists creasing as my suit is foam. Id do the same with 3D prints though more with vallejo. Idk what everyone else does but this is what worked for me

 

[SgtSaint]

from rattle can painting to almost strictly hand painting.

Just one man's view - That seems like a backwards direction.

Usually it goes *FROM* hand/brush *TO* spray can. Then up to the next level of spray through an HVLP system like you do for cars and appliances.

Just curious... There must be a reason to go from spray to brush: What was it?
I get this level out of a can... so... was just wondering.

 

[vdcdv]

Just one man's view - That seems like a backwards direction.

Usually it goes *FROM* hand/brush *TO* spray can. Then up to the next level of spray through an HVLP system like you do for cars and appliances.

Just curious... There must be a reason to go from spray to brush: What was it?
I get this level out of a can... so... was just wondering.

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I realize it seems kinda counter intuitive but for me personally its not really worth the hassle to set up an area to spray with where i live, especially when doing multiple coats over a period of time. In an ideal world I'd have a garage or paint booth but right now its just not feasible.

 

[KaeSpoon]

I hear you, I've never liked rattle cans, but I foam-smith.

Although I've been painting my costumes for over 10 years by hand, I recently switched to airbrushing! I would recommend a cheap airbrush if you can afford one. It makes the painting application far easier and smoother with a nice finish. I use watered down latex house paint or cheap acrylic paint, and it works wonderfully. I can also airbrush fully inside when using non-toxic paint.

I use a cheap 60$ brush with a second-hand air compressor I bought for $70, both the Iwata brand. Totally worth it!

 

[vdcdv]

I hear you, I've never liked rattle cans, but I foam-smith.

Although I've been painting my costumes for over 10 years by hand, I recently switched to airbrushing! I would recommend a cheap airbrush if you can afford one. It makes the painting application far easier and smoother with a nice finish. I use watered down latex house paint or cheap acrylic paint, and it works wonderfully. I can also airbrush fully inside when using non-toxic paint.

I use a cheap 60$ brush with a second-hand air compressor I bought for $70, both the Iwata brand. Totally worth it!

This is something I was considering aswell. I picked up an airbrush and compressor combo a little while and still need to get more used to it. But definitely something I will keep in mind!