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05-02-2020, 04:11 PM | #1 |
Commando
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I want to make an Action Man MTF figure when the restock is in, but I'd like to include a scar. I don't want to try painting one (I am no good at fiddly stuff at the best of times) and really don't fancy trying to use a craft knife or scissors to actually scratch the face.
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05-02-2020, 04:45 PM | #2 |
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A little bit of super glue on a toothpick usually makes for a good raised scar.
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05-02-2020, 05:17 PM | #3 |
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Where is the scar going to be at? His face, over his eye, his arm?
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05-02-2020, 05:21 PM | #4 |
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Liquid green stuff is a good choice too.
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05-02-2020, 08:05 PM | #5 |
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Oh man, When did they start making LIQUID green stuff?!
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05-03-2020, 02:22 AM | #6 |
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05-03-2020, 02:29 AM | #7 |
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Cut a toothpick down to the design you want(length , pointed edge) , stick it on the tip of your exacto blade , lightly dip in paint and apply to cheek
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05-03-2020, 09:37 AM | #8 |
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I know you specifically said you didn't want to do it, but what can work for a scar is to use a craft knife and make a slight scratch where you want the scar to be (it doesn't need to be deep or wide and you probably won't be able to see it when you take the knife away). Then using a red wash, you can either buy one or water down ink or paint, brush over the spot and immediately wipe away with a cloth. Where the wash has seeped into the scratch it won't wipe away and will leave you with a very fine line. If it doesn't fully fill the scratch just repeat the wash and wipe until you are happy with the result.
This won't give you a raised scar, if you wanted that you could put the knife in at an angle and slightly lift the plastic, but that is a more advanced technique. This will be a permanent adjustment to the head unlike some of the application methods mentioned above so that is something to consider. But it works for me when I want a very fine line (it is literally the width of your knife) and because it is a wash rather than a paint it should be darker in the middle trailing off to lighter at the edges which looks more realistic instead of one solid colour |
05-03-2020, 10:02 AM | #9 |
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Can 100% confirm the above, in fact the only reason I didn't mention it yesterday is that you said no hobby knives, but it is the best way. I actually have two figures on my bench that are getting this treatment right now.
To add a little bit to AF80's advice: For added control, grip the knife as close to the blade as possible, or if you're comfortable, by the back of the blade itself (that's my preferred). Use a towel with your other hand to hold the head for protection against cuts, or even better, secure the head so you don't have to hold it at all. If you have any overage/residue from your wash, you can can clean it up with rubbing alcohol and a paper towel; because the scar is a groove, the paint will stay where you want it. I use toothpicks and pins to paint as well, but I've been painting my entire life and I'm used to it- for your first go, I don't recommend it. Without practice, you'll likely end up with sloppy lines, so practice on junk first. |
05-03-2020, 10:24 AM | #10 |
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Good points Sataninjaku, health and safety rarely enters my mind, which is probably why I am covered in scars (although not from customising!)
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