Weathering NMF and Panel Lines

I mask with post it notes to get a really low tack masking material, then spray some panels with a thicker coat of aluminum.  It gets duller, giving a weathered appearance.  Let each coat of Alclad dry thoroughly before any weathering.  I have used an airbrush on minimal flow with flat black to do exhaust streaks, and various washes for other affects, like oil and hydraulic fluid leaks.

In addition to spraying different panels with slightly different shades or thicknesses, I've lightly sprayed a darker shade of aluminum along the panel lines and was happy with the result.

Very good techniques guys. Ty for the response.

i just happened to have recently purchased some darker Alclad shades and will definately apply your suggestions.

Pardon my ignorance Silver, but what is a slug wash ?

I have also dry brushed over Alclad.  Works okay but you have to be careful.  Low flow airbrushing is safer but if you are good at dry brushing have a go at it.

Sorry Silver but I wasn't attacking your spelling....so what's a Sludge wash then ?

Jay Jay

Sorry Silver but I wasn't attacking your spelling....so what's a Sludge wash then ?

Here ya go:

http://www.swannysmodels.com/Weathering.html

Thanks Tex, i was simply unfamiliar with the term

Jay Jay

Thanks Tex, i was simply unfamiliar with the term

You're welcome!  I'm glad I could help.

Gary

I do a combination of pre and post shading coupled with washes.  Similar to Don's technique i mask off panels at the priming stage and hit them with white, black and gray.  I use Alclad, which sprays pretty thin. This gives the panels some variation and breaks the monotony.  If the mood strikes I'll also mask and paint panels in darker aluminums after the initial coat