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07-28-2012, 01:10 AM | #1 |
The Medic
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I am in need of a quality translucent/clear purple.
*EDIT* I managed to make clear purple, but it's too dark. I am basically trying to simulate an Energon fire using hot glue and paint. The glue is on an orange surface so it's got to be a fairly light color to contrast enough to show up. Clear Pink? Any other thoughts on that? Original post: I normally use Taymia's line of clear paints, as they are the best quality I have found and do a phenomenal job. But, they don't make a clear purple. Yes, I am aware that Games Workshop has a purple wash, which is kinda what I am asking for, but it is too watered down and not really the right shade I am looking for. I am trying to paint something to resemble Engeron to give you an idea of what shade I am looking for. Any help on this one? Last edited by Hawkeye; 07-28-2012 at 01:59 PM.. |
07-28-2012, 01:11 AM | #2 |
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Add some clear red to clear blue.
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07-28-2012, 01:17 AM | #3 |
The Medic
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Well.... Now, don't I feel like a retard for not thinking of that.
Tamyia quality, should be able to color match the shade I want, cheap (since I have both on hand). I think that just might work. I'll give 'er a shot. |
07-28-2012, 01:21 AM | #4 |
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Haha !
Yeah I've needed clear green and had to mix clear yellow & clear blue...came out clear green !
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07-28-2012, 01:23 AM | #5 |
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Outstanding.
Bah. I don't have a extra jar or the blue on hand. Quick Robin! To Hobbytown! |
07-28-2012, 01:38 AM | #6 |
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Another option would be to add food coloring to Future Floor Acrylic. This goes double if the purple is going on a clear part.
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07-28-2012, 01:28 PM | #7 |
The Medic
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Thanks, I'll keep that in mind if this fails. It is going to be on a semi-clear part. Hot glue.
I've just mixed the red and blue and am about to sit down and see how it works. I think it may be too dark... |
07-28-2012, 01:41 PM | #8 |
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Try reaper miniatures or vallejo paints, they have more unique colors and are high quality
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07-28-2012, 01:57 PM | #9 |
The Medic
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I was successful in making clear purple, but it's way too dark. I am basically trying to simulate an Energon fire using hot glue and paint. The glue is on an orange surface so it's got to be a fairly light color to contrast enough to show up. |
07-28-2012, 02:01 PM | #10 |
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You can always use clear paint(or future floor polish) and mix in just the smallest amount of purple to achieve the tone you want
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