I still use cheap paints * 90 cent ones* for certain parts,but I will admit,the higher price ones,make a HUGE difference

@gordograppler

3 ай бұрын

Yeah, my purpose was to try to get new people that might be put off by the cost of paints and materials into the hobby.

I began my first model recently and I picked up some of the vallejo. Then I needed more colors that I wasn't comfortable mixing with the vallejo. I discovered the folk art acrylics walking around Hobby Lobby and decided to try them out. I can't tell a difference right now. I'm sure that will change as my skill levels improve, and I use the Vallejo more. Right now, though? The craft acryllics make so much more sense. They allow me to experiment more without the stress of burning through expensive paints.

@gordograppler

21 сағат бұрын

Glad you found your flow and are enjoying the paints.

Great video! An easy way to use spray cans in cold climates is to warm up the can in hot water. Make sure the piece is at room temp then quickly spray it outside. Not optimal, but not a big deal, other than having to deal with the cold lol. That's why having a spray booth with a hose that vents outside is great, you can spray paint indoors, though it does clog up the filter pretty quickly.

@gordograppler

5 ай бұрын

I have a home made spray booth, but I feel more comfortable with the airbrush.

Gordo, tabletop wargamer here and I heartily concur on using craft paints. I do.mostly historical subjects, 15mm scale. When I started 30 odd years ago craft paints were the best, and cheapest ways to get what I wanted and needed. I still use them today and I highly recommend them for most applications.

@gordograppler

23 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video, I am trying to explore ways to not break the bank while painting these models. Thanks for your feedback.

I really liked this I've been 3d printing since 2020 and painting minis on and off for about 15 20 years and this is great advice I still use folk art with my army painter paint

@gordograppler

2 ай бұрын

I just bought a resin printer and printed a few minis, fun hobby, I'm hoping to break into painting minis soon.

These are nice, well done!

This is an amazing video, I'm glad youtube recommeded it.

@gordograppler

3 ай бұрын

Thanks, I am working on a video where I recommend some modeling softwares to create your own prints.

Nice Video! Thank You for the Tips and Tricks!

@gordograppler

5 ай бұрын

Thank you, I'm glad you liked the video.

Great work and tips!

@gordograppler

5 ай бұрын

Thank you, much appreciated.

Great looking pokemon!

@gordograppler

5 ай бұрын

Pokémon, gotta catch them all. It may not be my last.

My first car was a Beater 1987 Mazda B220 and I miss it so much haha... Great video, you are a very talented painter.

@gordograppler

Ай бұрын

That little pick up is legit, we need more of those on the road than the monster trucks that mask as pick ups today. The 80s had some awesome cars, I miss them. Thanks for the feedback and I am glad you're enjoying my content.

Great info. Thanks and subbed

@gordograppler

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the sub, I am working on a video about creating your own prints

Great video! And right on time too. Most videos on YT are about miniatures or painting resin prints which are very different from what you showed here and you much more in line with what I want to make. I recently got a 3d printer and I am excited to try out painting my prints with the acrylics I already owned from canvas work before investing in something more specific. Can you please show your workflow from printing to painting? I'd love to see how you approach sanding :)

@gordograppler

5 ай бұрын

The video right before this one, Luz and Amity from The owl House has exactly what you're looking for in regards to workflow and sanding. I would love to get into printing minis but I don't have the space for a resin printer at the moment. Cheers and thank you for the great feedback.

thanks for the tips

@gordograppler

3 ай бұрын

Hey Rob no problem, I'm working a upcoming video about making your own models, stay tuned.

thanks!

@gordograppler

3 ай бұрын

You're welcome

if my prints would look like yours ill be happy lol

GREAT VIDEO!!

@gordograppler

2 ай бұрын

Thank you.

thanks brother

@gordograppler

Ай бұрын

You're welcome my brother.

Enjoyed your video and links, but was wondering what brand of gloves are you wearing in the video?

@gordograppler

2 ай бұрын

Grease Monkey nitrile gloves from Walmart, very thick and durable, i tend to use them a few times before disposing them.

You keep making videos with this level of quality and detail with editing and you'll be at 5k subs by the end of the year. Also, your channel bio says Lego Wrestling. I looked for it, but I don't see it. Was hoping there was a beautiful stop motion video 😏. I'm so intrigued and now I need it in my life.

@gordograppler

5 ай бұрын

I'm sorry if my bio is deceptive, it was not my intention. I have to update my bio or I could work on the Lego wrestling aspect, thanks for the feedback and I am glad you liked my video. Cheers.

@mikethetundra

5 ай бұрын

@@gordograppler I was just being playful. It's not deceptive - just drew curiosity.

@gordograppler

5 ай бұрын

No I'm sorry my comment came off like that, it actually had me thinking all day that I should work on a Lego diorama. I appreciate your comment, cheers.

New sub!

Can I use any white spray paint primer? Like the ones at Walmart used to spray paint outdoor plastic furniture or whatever?

@gordograppler

Ай бұрын

I mean primer for plastic should work, try it out and report back.

Did you use a clearcoat, what did you use?

@gordograppler

Ай бұрын

Top coat from createx.

Which color mixing app do you suggest?

@gordograppler

2 ай бұрын

Color mixer by IdeaStorm labs.

Looks great, but I would highly recommend finishing the print with a series of finer and finer sand paper before painting. Get rid of those layer lines and it will look a LOT better.

@gordograppler

4 ай бұрын

Hey thanks for the comment, I will keep that in mind for my next project.

can you also do this with just hand painting and not using air brush?

@gordograppler

Ай бұрын

All of this even the priming can be done with brush application, the only reason i airbrush is because is a lot faster and takes less coats. If you think out your paints with water to get more even coats you will have to apply more coats which may take days instead of hours as you wait for the paint to dry.

@westeast4391

Ай бұрын

@@gordograppler thank you for your reply. I'm just starting out and I'm trying to paint with a handbrush but the paint is not really sticking on that well. I'm not sure if it's my primer not being good or the acrylic paint not being good for 3d prints.. if I figure it out I'll try to paint dragonite aswell :)

I'd highly encourage people to get SLA printer instead of FDM if you are into painting. Great video mate!

@WiseRecordings

Ай бұрын

Appreciate the details in SLA, but it just doesn't compare to stop print features for FDM. Making prints with internal components unlocks so much in the engineering world, combing wood, metals, glass, ECT. SLA is great though for minimal processing minus supports.

@TheOfficialOriginalChad

Ай бұрын

Print volume is a HUGE decision driver in FDM. SLA has its place, but paint prep alone won’t drive people to it.

I would like to print a working detail paintbrush. How can I design it? Is it even possible? I need it to be stiff, but not completely hard btw. I would appreciate your response.

@gordograppler

10 күн бұрын

How would you print the bristles? You can use stringing like this video kzread.info/dash/bejne/g36fr6mTmbKyn6g.htmlsi=BKoByG9bpoTuKRLH But I think the bristles would be too thick. The handle is the easy part though. You can probably design it all fusion 360.

Is that possible to use primer by a brush??

@gordograppler

3 ай бұрын

Sure, there are products but I'm not sure how even you can get the primer.

is there a cheap ready made flesh tone paint ?

@gordograppler

Ай бұрын

I use this: US Art Supply Light Tan Opaque... www.amazon.com/dp/B00QXXKVM0?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Wow. Do you sell on Etsy?

@gordograppler

Күн бұрын

No, I tried and I failed. I may try again one day.

how fdm can print tree support like this video? can someone teach me for ender 3 s1 pro.

@gordograppler

2 ай бұрын

Cura has tree supports, just switch to it in the menu.

For a long time i painted my printed minis with cheap, dollar store acrylics and brushes. The only difference with good acrilycs is that i needed more layers to get the same results. Im still using the brushes and i see no reason to buy expensive ones, i take care of my cheap brushes and they work pretty good. And an airbrush is not what i would describe as "affordable" imo, even a basic one. I never needed it, honestly.

@gordograppler

2 ай бұрын

I mean yes $100 dollars for some is expensive, but I think is a worthwhile investment. I agree with the affordable paints and brushes, brush shampoo is a game changer.