Weathering How To - 1

[68383]

So I’m going to try and start the new year off right and do a tutorial on weathering. I’ve picked a model to illustrate a variety of techniques and supplies I use.

The model I’ve picked is this ‘53 Ford flipnose pickup -



The kit hasn’t been started, so it’s a legitimate build that I’ll be weathering along the way.

And since it’s a Ford on a Mopar site, I think I’ll use the Hemi from ‘67 Coronet R/T kit.



I don’t have a real plan for the “look” yet, but here are some supplies that I will likely use along the way -



Rustall



Various sandpaper grits

Pastels

Washes I bought but have yet to try

This will be a bit of a compilation of techniques I’ve used for years, and some experimenting along the way, so...

[BUCKY]

I'll be along for the ride! This oughta be great!

[dge467]

Looking forward to this Dave!

[68383]

I was thinking about the bed and might go with real wood so I can use these products from Micro Mark -





I’ve had good luck with it before -



I might also use techniques involving rubber cement and salt on the body. We’ll see if the build goes in that direction.

[BUCKY]

Cool looking wood effects! Carry on!

[Deleted]

Count me in on following along. I'm really looking forward to it.

[Mr. E]

All belted in

[DusterEd]

I'm willing to learn

[tubbs]

I noticed a lot of micro mart stuff. Can you get some or all of that stuff at a craft store?

[68383]

Jan 4, 2020 11:04:28 GMT -5 tubbs said:

I noticed a lot of micro mart stuff. Can you get some or all of that stuff at a craft store?

I haven’t found a good enough craft store near me for that. Hobby shop, maybe.

The Scale Finishes stuff used to be listed at Michael’s online, but they didn’t stick it when I asked in person.

Pastels and stuff like that should surely be available. Weathering powders, Rustall, etc., I doubt it.

[BUCKY]

Have you ever tried using brewed tea or coffee for weathering wood?

[68383]

I haven’t. I can’t say I do a lot of weathered wood, and don’t drink tea, so have gone with the MicroMark stuff. Guess I could try coffee, but I hate the stuff my wife buys!

[BUCKY]

Very nice weathering on that wood, there!