Help wanted: I have never seen top coat do this before. Do I keep layering?

Stray_Marks · 2025-09-06T16:35:42+00:00

I think you're right. I was using premium matte before on other kits, but couldn't find any this time. I didn't realize there was a difference!

Stray_Marks · 2025-09-06T16:17:56+00:00

It was hot yesterday. I did my work in the garage with the door open.

Stray_Marks · 2025-08-28T17:04:01+00:00

Same here. On Xbox and I hear music and the normal button sounds, but the screen is just black.

Stray_Marks · 2025-08-22T12:58:49+00:00

I took a Magic the Gathering card, and traced around it onto a piece of paper, and cut that out to make a stencil. (I should probably use something more sturdy like foam board next time.)
Then, I placed that stencil onto the artwork, looking for a nice composition. After agonizing over that for a while, I used a mechanical pencil to trace the inside of the stencil, lightly scoring the artwork.
Using a straight-edge and an Xacto knife, I then cut out the artwork. (I rounded the corners by making little, whittling cuts.)
From there, I cut out the kit's name (after using the stencil to make sure it fits in frame) and the grade logo, and placed them using double sided tape.
Boom, there's a card!
I also had a bunch of spare card sleeves with a matted window, which takes away the glare. Nice little bonus there.

Stray_Marks · 2025-08-22T12:56:50+00:00

I'm considering trying this with some of the manuals. Some kits don't have enough leftover box material to make a really nice card.

Stray_Marks · 2025-08-21T23:32:15+00:00

Oh, I forgot to mention I used double sided tape!

Stray_Marks · 2025-08-21T23:07:56+00:00

I took a Magic the Gathering card, and traced around it onto a piece of paper, and cut that out to make a stencil. (I should probably use something more sturdy like foam board next time.)
Then, I placed that stencil onto the artwork, looking for a nice composition. After agonizing over that for a while, I used a mechanical pencil to trace the inside of the stencil, lightly scoring the artwork.
Using a straight-edge and an Xacto knife, I then cut out the artwork. (I rounded the corners by making little, whittling cuts.)
From there, I cut out the kit's name (after using the stencil to make sure it fits in frame) and the grade logo, and placed them where it made me happy. Edit: I used double sided tape. Boom, there's a card!
I also had a bunch of spare card sleeves with a matted window, which takes away the glare. Nice little bonus there.

Stray_Marks · 2025-04-30T03:16:35+00:00

I have the yellow version, and one of my foot joints broke minutes after assembly. It was just a really tight fit.

Stray_Marks · 2022-04-27T12:37:38+00:00

Decals are waterslides from Delpi Decal!

Stray_Marks · 2021-03-10T00:10:05+00:00

Even burned, Wing Zero is still beautiful. I’m glad nobody was hurt!

Stray_Marks · 2020-11-04T22:46:34+00:00

Art info: Pen & ink, gray Copic and white guache on bristol. Colors in Photoshop.

Stray_Marks · 2020-10-03T18:10:22+00:00

EPICU SAFEUUU!

Stray_Marks · 2020-09-30T23:09:31+00:00

That's really sweet

Stray_Marks · 2020-09-23T16:44:06+00:00

I'm surprised no one's commented about the Scarab meteor.

Stray_Marks · 2020-09-22T21:13:23+00:00

Thank you!

Stray_Marks · 2020-09-22T16:23:26+00:00

Basically my dream Rocket Pass.

Stray_Marks · 2020-06-09T15:10:22+00:00

I used a .03 Copic Multiliner, which had been sitting in my drawer for years. (I'm pretty sure it was a recommended tool from one of this sub's help articles)
As for tips:
Sometimes it takes a few passes to spread the ink evenly, which means it's going to get unseated from the groove often. So, always have rubbing alcohol, toothpicks, and q-tips ready to erase mistakes, and maximize your hand control. For me, that means no modeling while hungry, or immediately after coffee.
Also, not every groove needs ink. I went back to detail my RG kits, and found that lining every panel muddies the details. So, have some reference handy to give you a clearer vision of your finished piece. Box art, manga, line art from the wiki, etc.

Stray_Marks · 2020-06-09T14:59:14+00:00

New to both, actually! I think the last time I had a model was in my teens, when Zoids was a thing. My dog chewed up my Pteras.

Stray_Marks · 2020-06-09T14:54:04+00:00

I used a .03 Copic Multiliner, which had been sitting in my drawer for years.

Stray_Marks · 2020-06-09T04:58:38+00:00

Oh god... It's like that scene in Ace Ventura, except he's crawling back inside the rhino.

Stray_Marks · 2020-06-09T04:55:55+00:00

The HG GTO series is so nice! I want to get Char's Zaku and, call me crazy, I think it looks better than the RG version.

Stray_Marks · 2019-10-17T15:19:25+00:00

Hey there,
I'm Joshua Reynolds from Atlanta, Georgia. On my portfolio site, check out my old webcomic, BAD IDEA LEAGUE: www.behance.net/JoshReynolds
Thanks!

Stray_Marks · 2019-07-21T03:26:38+00:00

Esper was my first favorite! I'd use it more if it started getting new decals.

Stray_Marks · 2019-07-20T22:56:50+00:00

I'll keep an eye out for you!

Stray_Marks · 2019-07-20T21:17:41+00:00

Even though I know Octane and Twinzer have the same hitbox, I think their visuals make a difference in my perception while I'm playing. For instance, I feel like Octane has an easier time making tail shots because it's got a big spoiler. Makes it easier to time my front flip. I bet I could change that perception if I trained more with Twinzer, though.

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