How to make it done
How to Colour Your Set
This is a simple step-by-step guide on how to colour your set:- Use the scheme below to properly colour your figures.
- Prepare the brush and paint that you found in the set. You can use any other paint if you want, but we can't guarantee the same results.
- Always use a dry brush for acrylic paint; no water is needed.
- Apply the paint in layers for a rich colour. You can use two or more layers, but make sure each subsequent layer is applied after the previous one has completely dried (approximately 10 minutes).
- After each layer (or before changing colors), wash your brush thoroughly to prevent unnecessary color mixing. Don't forget to dry the brush with a napkin or paper towel after washing.
Useful tips:
- You may only colour visible parts; frames in all layers don't need to be coloured, only the top one.
- To identify visible parts, collect all the layers together and look for their boundaries.
- To prevent paint smudges on the edges and sides, try putting a small amount of paint in the center of the layer and then spreading it to the edges. Avoid picking up too much paint.
How to Glue Your Set
- Place the bottom layer face up.
- Place the next layer face down.
- Apply some glue to the reverse side of the second layer.
- Match both layers and press for a while.
- Repeat stages 1-4 with all the other layers.
Useful tips:
- Apply glue as small dots (1-2 mm) at a distance of 1-1.5 cm to prevent the glue from spreading on the sides.
- If the layer is not flat (plywood is not always flat, unfortunately), use some weight after matching the layers for 5-7 minutes. This will be enough to fix it in the proper position.
Sunset Colouring Scheme
How to make a colour gradient
- Keep in mind, you should use more paint than usual to make it easier to create smooth colour transitions.
- Begin with an orange colour. Paint roughly half of the desired area. Rinse the brush.
- Next, take a purple colour. Paint the next half of the area.
- Thoroughly rinse the brush.
- With a clean brush, make long horizontal strokes from the bottom to the top (from orange to purple) to create a seamless colour transition.
- Repeat steps 2-6 for the second layer.
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