Trying to make this crown a bit more metallic/realistic. I used rustoleum metallic gold, and it's not quite the effect I was looking for.
Trying to make this crown a bit more metallic/realistic. I used rustoleum metallic gold, and it's not quite the effect I was looking for.
What can I do for a more realistic metal finish?
A wash can help. Thin some dark brown paint with a thinner and brush it liberally over the gold, but try to concentrate it in the crevices and low spots. Using the right thinner is important. Water for acrylic can work OK, but isn't ideal. Distilled water is better than tap water. Acrylic medium or flow medium is better still.
Some people use mineral spirits and oil based paint to good effect. Other people prefer ink washes. Experiment on some test pieces to see what you like. It requires patience and a little experience to get it.
Thanks, I'll definitely look into that. I might try rub n buff as well as I've heard that could be good.
It looks really good, BTW.
The funny thing is, gold doesn't tarnish or oxidize. But, it would probably look a lot more convincing with a layer of grime on it anyway. It will make the shiny parts look more like metal by contrasting them with the grotty bits.
Using test pieces will help you find the results you want. Good luck.
your caat doesn't look that enthused either
She's like… "what he doin? "
Oh, kitty.
Gold leaf, Can't get more real than real. I've always been told that you should put a red base under gold leaf, but I don't know if you really need to.
I would recommend Rub ‘n’ Buff. They make really good colors and you can get the uneven tones that make a piece more realistic. They even have rust effect ones if you want to go there (great for crevices).
I'm definitelt going to give it a try!
Which gold do you think would be closest to the gold on this.
Way I tend to do metal look on stuff I 3D print is cover it in glue/lacquer, then blow either actual rust powder or graphite powder all over it.
And then apply the iron/gold/silver/whatever paint over it.
Tried the "hammered" spray paint options? Thank me later.
I LOVE the hammered stuff, I just don't want a hammered look on this crown.
Forge hammered is what I used as the base coat for my other helmets before weathering.
I do it with a chrome base and a yellow tinted clear on top.
Put some mini shader on what you already got.
I use an undercoat of Vallejo Black Brilliant Undercoat and then spray with one of their golds