In this video I cover my technique for applying primer to the models in order to prepare you for the next step and video; Applying a base coat to your models…
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Do you NEED to prime models? What does it actually do for the next layers
of paint?
I just started warhammer so I started dark eldar kabalite warriors, but all
the guns are over their chests, so should I use spray or brush to prime
them? I’m afraid that I can’t prime the chest behind the guns.
Thanks guys.
how many minis you manage to prime with one can ( 400ml )?
Top stuff is the definition of this video
Hey Ralf, would this primer be okay –
http://www.diy.com/nav/decor/paint-woodcare/primers-undercoats/all_surface_primers___undercoats/Ronseal-Primer-and-Undercoat-All-Surface-Aero-in-White-400ml-13199094?skuId=13679798
Hey Ralf I applied Krylon to my miniature Space Marines today. Now the
finish coat has a grainy sandy texture. I know primer has the tendency to
do this and it will hurt a smooth painting process. Any advice on how to
smooth it out? Do you sandpaper after primering? Thanks
as a side note if you are gonna do the spray method you aren’t gonna wanna
it indoors never underestimate how much the spray will spread out. i paited
an engine block in my apartment kitchen once and while yes i was using a
lot of pain i put a
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10×10 plastic sheet and everywhere around the sheet that wasn’t covered
ended up with tons of blue specs like 20% coverage and it travels far, so
it is really best to do this outside. or in an enclosed thing like a paint
box or booth.
I had already done some miniature painting in the past, mainly a few Chaos
Space Marines from a small box and a few fantasy figures from Reaper
Miniatures.
I personally like the use of a paint-on primer using a big brush, but
that’s my personal experience.
Your videos are really helping me out, since I just bought the Dark
Vengeance box.
This is a very good technique! I have been painting for awhile now and this
was helpful.
Side question, (this probably belongs in your magnetization section) Right
now I’m still snipping, and cleaning bits off the sprue. After I will need
to decide where I want to swap out at; elbow, wrist, or top of the hand. I
think I’m leaning toward top of the hand so that across all my army (BA)
any model can use any weapon. I’m hesitant because some of the models have
wrist mounted weapons. I may just do the shoulders and the hands. I feel
this will be thousands of magnets, any suggestions?
Great video!!!
I think I might be a victim of priming too far away, some of my miniatures
came out to be a little chalky.
If magnetizing… Lets say model is cleaned and mostly glue assembled (sans
the arms) magnets are in the shoulders and sockets. Would you recommend
attaching them then priming or priming the torso without the arms and
priming the arms separate. I figured the magnets will still hold through
primer and paint (and would be hidden by them, but I didnt know how I would
go about priming the arms separately) recommendation?
No problem, glad you found it useful!
That is up to you, however depending on what weapon options you are able to
take versus how many models you have may be the determining factor; I’m not
100% familiar with everything Blood Angels have to offer. However, if a
squad can only take 1 or 2 of a given weapon per every 5 models, no need to
give everyone the option to take everything, does that make sense? Things
like Melta/Plasma/Flamers should easily be swappable with hand mounted
magnets. Power swords/chain-swords/power fist= shoulder
Thanks for the response, I have used this technique for priming several
models now, and I haven’t screwed up any more of my Eldar. Thanks!
I’m glad you found it useful!
Hey thanks a lot friend! Awesome videos. I’m going to watch all of your
videos and then I’ll decide whether I’ll begin with this hobby or not
Well I could have used this before I primed my first ever models, now how
do you fix a shit job at priming.
No, because the paint will not stick to the plastic. The primer gives the
paint something to attach to.
Hope you find them all useful and make the decision to join the 40K
universe!
What is your opinion on priming the pieces when they are on the spruce?
Yes. Attach the model to whatever base you’re using prior to priming it.
Otherwise you may have issues with the model sticking to it because it will
be glued to the paint and not the plastic.
I’m glad you found it useful. Thank you for the feedback.
Great video! I was using the cardboard part before i saw this and i would
have to wait til they dry to prime the opposite side. Never thought of
attaching the model to the top of a water bottle. Just saying, saw this
video tried it myself and i prefer it better then how i was priming them
before thanks!
Can you use regular face primer for your eyes?
n wat kind of product use in shiny eye shadow
hi can i use this eye primer on face also
I LOVE these “the basics” series! such a good idea!
Thank you for your tutorial. Now do we put our powder on first or after? We
put the eyeshadow right after?
Yes, you put primer on first so that your powder eyeshadows stay in place
throughout the day 🙂
@delahmae, thanks, girl!! I’m glad you enjoy them. I really want to help
the beginners 🙂 More to come very soon!!
you look really harsh on your eyelid. being more gentle can prevents
wrinkles.
very informative! 🙂 I use the urban decay and faced shadow insurance and
they really do keep you shadows from creasing 🙂
@blueheaven226, thanks so much!! I have yet to try the too faced shadow
insurance! I’m sure that one is great too! Thanks for watching 🙂
@tramie9, yes, sometimes, I forget to easy up on my eyelids and apply very
gently on the lower lash line. And you’re right, applying lightly and
gently prevents wrinkles. Good observations! Thanks for watching!