How do I make a dessert dio?

one bit of advice from experience, the sand over there is extremely fine... almost to a talcum powder consistancy, I know because I've deployed twice to the middle east, and been in a couple of mean sand storms.

QUOTE: Originally posted by davros Should it be painted custard colour?

davros,
That was just too subtle. I know we Americans just can't handle those flying in under radar level... heeheehee... But, I got me a Welsh friend to keep me sharp!

Go to a hardware store and buy sand.. well your in florida so,,,

Well, it would be africa, i'm wondering what color i should paint it?
The sand on the beaches here is white, and i know that's not right.
I have a few different tans and sands in my paint collection, i just don't want to use something the exact color of my models. I guess i could try lightening or darkening it. Thanks for the suggestions.

Should it be painted custard colour?

Well i used real sand but it really depends on where in the world you are. Like what Desert you wanted to depict.

I would say using fine grade railroad ballast, and play-doh would do just the job