The next stage of weathering effects is one I have used on a couple of
projects to date, and the results can look convincing. Looking at progress so
far, I decided to add a subtle toned-down application to just the lower front,
rear, and sides, and see where it would take me.
This effect works well when portraying vehicles that have been out in the field for a while. Ones that are generally dusty but not too muddy, so I figured it would be suitable for this build. It adds another dimension to regular weathering effects by way of desaturating the paintwork finish. It can obviously cover previous effects, but this weathering layer is the natural top layer of effects and previous effects are easily uncovered via hairspray and can be embellished in further steps if required.
This technique is widely used to great effect by some very accomplished modellers. By adding hairspray before an airbrushed dust/light mud coloured paint layer, it allows for strategic removal of that layer, leaving realistic and subtle wear marks simulating effects caused by weather, connection with moving objects, and by the vehicle crew. All these effects can be further enhanced with oil paints.
A link to my step-by-step process can be found here: Hairspray and dust link
This is progress after two light dusty toned coats, one dirty light-brown/grey and one slightly lightened.
Subtle scratches into the dust layer have been made with an airbrush needle and cocktail sticks.
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