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As John from NY and Charles from OR have said, I am in the same boat being in Apartments pretty much. I have used powders for years but when they blew off I never knew why…until now. As an avid N scaler I prefer the powders myself with detail brushes to get what I want, where I want it. There are many books on airbrushing but thanks to you Cody the simple techniques you show open up a world of possibilities. As a tip, when I go to train shows or shops, I find shells from junk cars that are real cheap and practice on those first. Some cars will have four different types of weathering on one side when I am done to find that right combonation. Once again, thanks Cody.
Your videos on weathering without an air brush are just what I needed. I don't have a spray booth. I have used powders with good results. I am looking forward to using paint washes and dry brushing.
One question, where do you get teh microbrush?
Other than that, great tip! I have an airbrush, and I think it might be a bit much for N scale models.
Can the truck side frames be dipped into vinegar to give the surface of the truck a "bit of tooth to adhere to"?
You mentioned club cars in this review, I was wondering if there are any club cars for us N Scaler's?
we do a lot of detail with micro brushes cannot use air brush in apt. great tips cody for us seniors the 4 women of this group are building a 32×60 layout with 4 trains two long main routes one short plus 6 rail yard in my apt. very little furniture lots of trains .i love it so,we enjoy it more than words can say.crt/friends
So much easier than having to set up an air brush.
Another valuable technique. I missed the first two modules on weathering, but will try to find them.
Well done, Cody.
You videos are informative and entertaining as well.
Always useful stuff Cody.
Power to your elbow sport
Aunque no entiendo tcompletamente el comentario en inglés, aprendo mucho
I agree with John Bartolotto a magzine cover DVD would be a great idea.
Great videos I'll be busy using these great tips!
Great Job. Keep up the good work
I just tried (with great success) Liquitex acrylic INK (from AC Moore & Michaels, plus art suppliers). Lots of useful colors and blendable.
Wash the surface with alcohol and thin the ink slightly… then use similar to the video!
I never considered weathering on my small 4X8 model railroad before. But these videos have changed my mind!
Excellent videos! When can we get them all together on on complete DVD?
This series is enjoyable and helpful!