KeiserSoze
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- Mar 17, 2011
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So, I've decided to try my hand at weathering with oil paints. I've always shyed away from them for various reasons: First and foremost, I'm not a fan of cleaning up with anything other than water. (This stems from my years in construction/painting) And, I'm just intimidated by 'em. Anyway, I came across a deal on ebay I just couldn't pass up. One of those auctions that just goes under the radar, I guess. Got all these for $15. All new tubes, still shrink wrapped inside.
Looked em up and they retail for ~$120 total.... give or take... I really don't know much about oil paints. Did I get a good deal, or are these seriously overpriced retail? Are these good for models?
So my main question is about the water mixable ones. Assuming any of these are going to be usable, does anyone have any experience with the water mixables? Are they as good as regular oil paints? Should I just not bother with them and work with the others?
I've watched a few vids (Ken's first, of course) and got the basics down as far as theoretical technique goes. Got a couple old junkers that I plan on practicing on. I'm really one of those guys that learns best by doing, so, here I go. Thanks in advance for any tips.
Looked em up and they retail for ~$120 total.... give or take... I really don't know much about oil paints. Did I get a good deal, or are these seriously overpriced retail? Are these good for models?
So my main question is about the water mixable ones. Assuming any of these are going to be usable, does anyone have any experience with the water mixables? Are they as good as regular oil paints? Should I just not bother with them and work with the others?
I've watched a few vids (Ken's first, of course) and got the basics down as far as theoretical technique goes. Got a couple old junkers that I plan on practicing on. I'm really one of those guys that learns best by doing, so, here I go. Thanks in advance for any tips.