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For machined edges, I focus on adding a bit
more paint around the main edges of the
model. Imagine that those edges are what
other objects come into contact with the
most, and therefore need to look more worn
(
Figure 14-6
).
Figure 14-7.
Add bigger paint spots—sparingly
5: Add Dirt and Grunge
Let's start adding some dirt and grime
(
Figure 14-8
) to make this look dirty. We'll
start by making a wash. A wash is pretty sim-
ple: just watered-down acrylic black paint. If
you brush over newspaper and can still read
the print, it's probably watered down
enough.
Figure 14-6.
Emphasize worn edges
4. Add Bigger Scrapes and
Chipped Areas
Using a very thin script brush with few bris-
tles, use the same paint and add bigger spots
where the metal has “flacked” off even more
(
Figure 14-7
). Don't go overboard with this;
using this technique everywhere will ruin
the effect.
Don't buy wash mediums at the art
store. Instead, just add windshield
washer fluid to thin acrylic paints.
It dries quickly and will last you
years.
