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Post by tiking on Oct 14, 2023 11:44:10 GMT -5
Commercial hobby weathering pencils: Something of interest to those wanting to try something different, in terms of weathering techniques.     ------------------------------------------------------- In addition to the post I made, regarding weathering pencils from AK-Interactive, here is another alternative, to the AK-Interactive ones. The artist used just normal coloring pencils to achieve pretty much the same look. Now, I do not know the brand he used, but you pretty much get the same look, judging by the photos. Just another tip from me to you. You can definitely give it a try and see how it fares. But like everything in this hobby, there is a trial and error period, until you reach pure perfection. Another minor tutorial for those who want to try using regular weathering pencils:   |
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Post by tiking on Oct 14, 2023 11:47:29 GMT -5
Another awesome results from using the commercial weathering pencils by Nico van Vossel:   |
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Post by deafpanzer on Oct 16, 2023 13:15:42 GMT -5
Nice!!! I used those for the first time on my Spitfire and it took me a while to use it properly. They can be wiped off too easily if you are not careful.
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Post by project510 on Oct 16, 2023 13:18:21 GMT -5
Another awesome results from using the commercial weathering pencils by Nico van Vossel: Wow this is great! |
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Post by tiking on Oct 16, 2023 15:29:03 GMT -5
Sure is James.
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Post by adt70hk on Oct 16, 2023 15:45:29 GMT -5
I keep thinking I must get me some of these. Have seen very good results and much easier to control than a AB or paint for really fine work.
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Post by Medicman71 on Oct 19, 2023 9:13:29 GMT -5
I have the entire set. Still learning on how to use them. AK does make a book on it that you can get digitally.  |
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Post by Steve Zuleski on Oct 19, 2023 16:08:10 GMT -5
That is impressive and most definitely a useful tool. The effects are intriguing, rather realistic. Awesome, Charles, who'd a thunk it?
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Post by Joe Rix on Oct 19, 2023 19:36:31 GMT -5
I also have the complete set and I am always into any tips or tricks for using them. I have yet to actually use them on a model, but I am going to give them a shot on my Panther. Thanks for sharing this.
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Post by dupes on Oct 20, 2023 8:01:39 GMT -5
I likely should have just purchased the entire set...I think I ended up buying all of them individually in the 5-packs. I recently got the AK book as well - it shows some very cool effects, but falls a little short in showing how to achieve said effects. They sort of hand-wave a bit and suggest that you "figure it out".
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Post by tiking on Oct 21, 2023 15:04:58 GMT -5
I likely should have just purchased the entire set...I think I ended up buying all of them individually in the 5-packs. I recently got the AK book as well - it shows some very cool effects, but falls a little short in showing how to achieve said effects. They sort of hand-wave a bit and suggest that you "figure it out". Nice to have options but I personally think it's not really a necessity. I do well without them. I guess it's a personal taste. |
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Post by mz3 on Nov 2, 2023 9:49:32 GMT -5
Are these watercolor or a colored graphite?
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Post by tiking on Nov 5, 2023 9:38:16 GMT -5
Are these watercolor or a colored graphite? Not exactly sure, but I'm guessing a special mix, which is based on water color. But I'll find out. |
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Post by 406 Silverado on Nov 5, 2023 9:46:40 GMT -5
This is some GOOD stuff right here Charles and thank you for sharing this. I'm gonna have to score some of these.
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Post by tiking on Nov 5, 2023 11:31:21 GMT -5
Are these watercolor or a colored graphite? Taken from AK-Interactive page: Weathering pencils are water-based pencils with 17cm semi-grease paint specially for use in modeling. This weathering pencils has a specially formulated with the most suitable basic colors to achieve all the effects in a very simple way. Use our weathering pencils for your models. |
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Post by tiking on Nov 5, 2023 11:32:23 GMT -5
This is some GOOD stuff right here Charles and thank you for sharing this. I'm gonna have to score some of these. Glad to help.  |
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Post by adt70hk on Nov 5, 2023 11:46:11 GMT -5
This is some GOOD stuff right here Charles and thank you for sharing this. I'm gonna have to score some of these. Glad to help. I've just acquired three packs of 5..... Of what I think will use most. |
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Post by tiking on Nov 5, 2023 11:54:49 GMT -5
Glad to help. I've just acquired three packs of 5..... Of what I think will use most. Can't wait to see your result. |
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