How-To Articles – Page 19 – FineScale Modeler

Quick and easy weathering

You’ve seen them — you know, those models with the evenly accented panel lines and perfectly shadowed interiors. How do those modelers do that? Find out here!

By Paul Boyer October 1, 2002

Ten tips for putting a fabulous finish on your model

For the base colors on my models, I use AeroMaster, Floquil, Testor, and Humbrol paints (I’m still not too fond of acrylics, but this method will work with them, too). For clear coats I use common household varnishes, Future floor polish, and Testor Dullcote. I use washes mixed from artist’s oils, Humbrol paints, and turpentine.You…

By Bill Pettyjohn October 1, 2002

An easy way to attach finicky clear parts

I recently bumped into a guy at the local hobby shop who’d brought in a finished model airplane. The canopy hadn’t turned out entirely to his liking and he asked me, “How do you do your clear parts?” You must be a subscriber to read the entire story. Subscribe today and receive complete access to…

By Pat Hawkey October 1, 2000

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