Saw a really cool design on Deviantart for Elita 1 that didn't use Arcee as a base for either picture or custom and wanted a version myself. I wanted a vehicle that was a bit different than Knockout so I cut the back off.
ive seen that before and its really good. almost in house good know what i mean? but nice gob on your custom though looks awesome.
Overall, it's a really good attempt I really like the headwork and the design you went after. I'd recommend just smoothing out that paint some. Keep it up!
Hope you don't mind my butting in, but if the paint's already curing or cured, there's little you can do except sanding it off and starting over. Nothing beats an airbrush or aerosol can when it comes to laying down a smooth coat of paint. First off, STAY AWAY from Tamiya acrylics when painting by brush--these are formulated specifically for airbrushing. Trust me, I've tried it with a paintbrush, and it was a nightmare. Some have had some success wiith Tamiya acrylics using a paintbrush, but I've only ever gotten a good coat of paint using an airbrush. Same thing with Gundam markers, except these can't be used in an airbrush--I haven't tried to, at least. But there's still a way to get a smoother coat of paint from a paintbrush. From what I've heard, after laying down a heavy coat of paint, you can dip a clean brush in acrylic/enamel/lacquer thinner (whichever kind you used to thin your paint), and brush the thinner over the paint. This will further dissolve the paint and give it more time to level out. Just my 2 cents' worth.
Since the damn cold, I haven't been able to actually cure anything. At some point I would like to buy an airbrush. I actually use Testor paint. I think I'll go ahead and try brushing on some thinner. I appreciate your 2 cents' worth
Awesome representation of Elita 1. Did you use Loctite repair putty or apoxie for her head? Keep it up!
It was apoxy. This was actually an accident and I wasn't intending to do her yet. I was working on the Galvatron and I had too much. Not wanting the putty to go to waste since I don't have the best financials... badda bing badda boom, Elita.
Try here for some tips: http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/tutorials-how-tos/ Best place to look for painting and other tips imho I'd also recommend picking up a bottle of future. It works great and is a cheap way to thin your paint and gloss your bot.
Saw this on Youtube. Maybe the same person...models look the same. How much...just for laughs....would you charge for an Elita?
How much for an Elita....just for laughs. How did you do the guns for Optimus? Could you take a clear image of Optimus holding her like in G1 please?
