Mixed Media / Paint and Decals

[jwrass]

For those of you who have ever wanted combine paint with decals instead of all decals there is a great article in the July/Aug issue of Airbrush Action Magazine

The subject matter is Don Schumachers 1967 Dodge Charger Stardust Funny Car.

The process is fairly simple for those with Airbrush Experience or for those who want to just give it a go!

If you are familiar with this car, the paint scheme is Paneling with Fades (which is making a come back in the custom 1:1 arena)  the results are very impressive! To duplicate this build with decals alone and have a really nice show piece IMO is not in the cards (I have the decal set)

The article also shows the use of FBS automotive tapes which I have been touting for sometime vs Hobby tapes (automotive tapes less $$$$, more product per $$$, better performance)

Check it out!!! It will be well worth the $ 7.99 if you are serious about taking your paint skills to another level.

 

Jimmy "RASS"

    

Edited August 23, 2015 by jwrass

[hooknladderno1]

For those of you who have ever wanted combine paint with decals instead of all decals there is a great article in the July/Aug issue of Airbrush Action Magazine

The subject matter is Don Schumachers 1967 Dodge Charger Stardust Funny Car.

The process is fairly simple for those with Airbrush Experience or for those who want to just give it a go!

If you are familiar with this car, the paint scheme is Paneling with Fades (which is making a come back in the custom 1:1 arena)  the results are very impressive! To duplicate this build with decals alone and have a really nice show piece IMO is not in the cards (I have the decal set)

The article also shows the use of FBS automotive tapes which I have been touting for sometime vs Hobby tapes (automotive tapes less $$$$, more product per $$$, better performance)

Check it out!!! It will be well worth the $ 7.99 if you are serious about taking your paint skills to another level.

 

Jimmy "RASS"

    

Jimmy,

I don't have access to the publication you mentioned, but am always looking to improve my builds.  The FBS tape you mentioned - can you specify which one? I am waiting for my new Grex TG 3 and fan spray nozzle to arrive.  Thanks!

 

 

David

[jwrass]

David,

Their are quite a few tapes made by FBS. I use them all as different paint procedures require different tapes (I'm talking 1:1) for modeling I would get one roll of the crepe type tape and one roll of the vinyl/plastic tape In a small width. Experiment with the two and see what works for you. I purchase many of my supplies from Coast Air Brush they are a great source for the FBS they will also have a copy of the Air Brush Action magazine I mentioned.

I hope this helps!

Cheers Jimmy "RASS"