Painting and Finishing Techniques

Painting and Finishing Techniques
Author: Gary Edmundson
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2012-02-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1780964986

Although many modellers can master the basic techniques of construction, it is with the painting and finishing of their kits that many begin to struggle. It is this skill that gives the model its distinctive look and feel and separates the good model form the truly great one. This title presents a detailed, step-by-step approach to addressing the difficulties involved in creating realistic, colourful finishes to armour and aviation models using a variety of different media and techniques. Aimed at both the beginner and the intermediate modeller looking to improve their skills, this chapter-by-chapter guide offers something for everyone.

Painting and Finishing

Painting and Finishing
Author: Michael M. Dresdner
Publisher: Taunton
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Finishes and finishing
ISBN: 9781561584802

Includes how-to information.

Modeler's Guide to Realistic Painting & Finishing

Modeler's Guide to Realistic Painting & Finishing
Author:
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2006
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890243916

Perfect for the beginning plastic modeler who wants to learn more advanced techniques, this photo-driven guide includes an introduction to airbrushing and sections on brush painting, spray painting, weathering, and applying finishes.

Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes

Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes
Author: Annie Sloan
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2004-02-28
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9781843400523

'Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes' explores all the decorative techniques you will ever need to decorate your home creatively, innovatively, and with professional results. Techniques from ragging and sponging to woodgraining and marbling, stencilling with brushes, rollers or spray paints, traditional and modern decoupage, staining wood, and distressing metal leaf are explained with step-by-step instructions and illustrated on walls, furniture, and accessories. Examples of how the effects look using different colours are also included, so that you can choose the perfect combinations for your project.

The Handbook of Painted Decoration

The Handbook of Painted Decoration
Author: Yannick Guégan
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 490
Release: 1996
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9780393730012

The essential reference for amateur and professional alike, The Handbook of Painted Decoration is the first book to cover the whole spectrum of trompe l'oeil decorative painting, from classic marbling and wood graining to ancient techniques of decorative painting that have been nearly forgotten.

The Complete Book of Decorative Paint Techniques

The Complete Book of Decorative Paint Techniques
Author: Annie Sloan
Publisher: Gramercy
Total Pages: 230
Release: 1990
Genre: Design
ISBN: 9780517022658

Explains in detail about mixing colors, applying paint, brushes and equipment required. Easy to follow instructions and step by step photographys.

Professional Painted Finishes

Professional Painted Finishes
Author: Ina Brosseau Marx
Publisher: Potter Craft
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008-09-16
Genre: Color decoration and ornament
ISBN: 9780823044191

Detailed demonstrations show how to utilize all kinds of special paint techniques. Business aspects are also covered.

Airbrushing and Finishing Scale Models

Airbrushing and Finishing Scale Models
Author: Brett Green
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 490
Release: 2011-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1849087253

ALSO AVAILABLE AS AN E-BOOK. Brett Green details the prerequisites of airbrushing, including the different types of spray equipment and air sources available, offering advice on appropriate thinners, paint ratios and air pressures to ensure the most appropriate paint coverage across a range of different airbrushing applications. He then examines various airbrushing techniques across a wide range of models. Ten step-by-step, illustrated studies ranging from weathered military aircraft to pristine, high gloss motor vehicles, science fiction models, fantasy figures, groundwork and buildings will complete this in-depth guide to getting the best results on your models.

Finishing Scale Ship Models

Finishing Scale Ship Models
Author: Tom Gorman
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005-12-21
Genre: Ship models
ISBN: 9781861762405

This work is divided into two parts. The first deals with the painting of models and outlines techniques for both wood and plastic, where the author starts by describing all the equipment needed and different approaches that can be taken. The second part reveals how to make the fittings for the models.

Classic Paints and Faux Finishes

Classic Paints and Faux Finishes
Author: Annie Sloan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 164
Release: 1996-10-29
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780895778970

Provides step-by-step instruction in the traditional skills of wall coating, decoupage, limewashing, and glue painting, as well as more complex techniques for fresco, decorating with bronze powders, gilding, and lacquering.