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I think it depends on what you’re using to paint with. If you’re using acrylics, you usually only have to wait maybe 2 days or so at most. But if you’re using something else it would be different. I’m not sure for other mediums. I’ve only ever used acrylics and their sealers. I know certain enamels take a long time (1-2 weeks) to finish drying (sealing them too soon can cause bubbling/scaling).
This isn’t my first PYO, but it is my first swap. So from one newbie to another, good luck! XD
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameI’m feeling good about my project (hopefully not in false confidence). How’s it going for everyone else?
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameThank goodness I had a blank of one of the sculpts the person I’m painting for would like to get! Don’t have the right eye colors, but that’s okay. When the one I ordered to replace this one comes in I’ll use it’s eyes. Painting begins tonight. XD I’m excited and terrified. lol
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameI really look forward to joining my first swap! Hope I don’t disappoint. XD
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameThanks for the info, everyone! I have yet to order my dragon yet (debating on a good eye color) but I’m eyeballing moonstone cab lots on ebay. I’m excited about this girl already.
Do any of you guys ever use pictures of blank PYOs to block out coloring ideas?
I have done this before. Just once, for my first PYO keeper. Now I use that black and white drawing of an emperor from Quest 7 to try and get my ideas down.
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameOh, and I was Entry #2 if it matters.
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_name*If* I had been the winner, I would choose the Barnswallow Emp….. I love the colors!
Congrats to whoever the winner is!
I have to say, I completely agree with this. He just pops!
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameThis is very interesting.I have never heard of this nor have a seen a piece done this way.I don’t think so anyway.Can one of you post something you have done?I want to see what it looks like please? Also,do you not put a base coat on the pyo before the ink like we do with paints?
That is a good question. I’m not familiar with inks/stains so I can’t answer about the base coat (other than to guess you don’t put one down, I think it would interfere with the pyo’s porousness which is needed for inks/stains). But I’m more than happy to put pictures of the PYO I plan on trying to stain…when I get to it. lol I have a few other PYOs ahead of it.
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameI have used many, i have about 12 different finishes on my shelf right now. A good basic cheap one (runs about 5.95- 6.95 a can) Is Mod Podge. It is nothing fancy, but comes in matte and gloss. I like using Matte or satin finishes over the inks but its you own disgrestion. Btw, if you plan on doing acrylic or anything with stain as a base you have to pray it in between.
One i like that is a bit more pricey, is Golden Archival Varnish w/UVLS. It goes on kind of thicker than the Mod Podge, so you have to be careful. Lots of (4-5 but as many as 9) really thin layers is much better than 2-3 thick layers. Thick layers dull the pigment. The UVLS is important, because ink likes to fade in the sun. So I recommend this, with 1 layer of a thinner cheaper brand underneath. (Mod Podge, Krylon etc.) The reason is that the cheaper brand has weaker spray, and the strong spray of the other can blow of some of the pigment. The golden usually runs at 25 ish for a can, but look around, I’ve seen it as low as 21 in store, and Blick ( http://www.dickblick.com/products/golden-archival-spray-varnish/?clickTracking=true ) has it for 15.75, but it has restrictions as to where they can ship it.
I know the UVLS can be very pricey, but you can make one can go a long way, and it can be very important to how much and how fast the inks can fade in sun if you are selling. I hope that this helps.
Okay, got it. I was considering using acrylic with stain for accents, so I was wondering what you meant by pray it? Let it rest between the application of the stain and application of the acrylic?
But again, thanks so much for the info. I was trying to look up information on staining gypsum/stone and coming up with zilch on the net!
The inks you’ve pointed out look very nice and I appreciate the link. Initially though, I’m going to try experimenting with a cheaper stain and see how it goes. When I finish some of the pieces I’m on, I’ll get a gryphon to work on. I’m looking forward to it! Thanks again!
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameHey I have stained with archival calligraphy inks, but mine are water based. I am not sure how different the alcohol based ones are but here are some general tips I have:
1.) All pieces absorb inks and stains differently. Some spots will suck it right up, and others will need a bit more the achieve darker tones.
2.) Start a little at a time. More ink = darker color. And GO SLOW, once its on, its not coming off and cannot be repaired by just adding a new layer/color as paint often can. Patience is key. Try to allow layers to dry completely, so you don’t water-log the poor thing. Doing so can help prevent details of the piece from wearing from the liquid.
3.) If using water based ink, DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT use a water based brush on varnish such as acrylic. Use a spray, and in very thin layers. The alternative will have a bleaching affect.
4.) Remember that as the piece sucks up the medium (ex. alcohol, water, etc.) It leaves the ink/ tea pigment on the surface. This means constant handling can fade and remove any un-protected pigment as you are working. Just something to keep in mind.
5.) Also, as the stone is absorptive, it can absorb your skin oils, which can have varyied affects as to how it will absorb the ink. Acrylic, and other primers will also absorb at different rates and amount leading other varied affects.
And as a final note, Sunlight, overtime will fade ink pigments. The affect is much more noticeable with ink than other paints, so a UV preventive varnish is recommended. I very much like working with the ink, and absolutely love the affect it gives the PYO’s, which is vastly different than paints. It helps to keep in mind, to just go slow, take your time, and don’t put ink anywhere you don’t want it. Have Fun!
Thanks so much for the detailed information! Especially the note about the water based varnish. I’ve read about the alcohol based ink and water does effect it (dilutes the color) so that was an important note. What type of varnish would you recommend?
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameIf you’re looking for an affordable brand (like if you have a small budget), you could try Spaz Stix brand holographic paint. They also sell a couple different kinds of color shift paint. Spaz Stix is formulated for little model cars and comes in bottles for airbrushing or in aerosol spray cans. You can find it on Amazon.com or their official web site. I bought a bottle of the holographic and am currently using it on a PYO keeper. It seems to work well so far (I dry brushed it on). Best effect is on a black or similarly dark background. About $11.99 for one of the 2oz. bottles. Spaz Stix’s website also has pictures of each paint color on an actual model so you can see how it looks in use. Best of luck!
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameQuestion. Would toads qualify for the frog ‘capture’?
Yes – My species identification skills aren’t up to making judgement calls at that level. 🙂 So toads are fine!
However, beware princes who crossed a witch; your picture might get ruined at the last moment!
Hmm…a good point, but I think people will be fine as long as they don’t start kissing the frogs/toads ^^
I’ll skip the hallucinations. XD
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameWoo!
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameQuestion. Would toads qualify for the frog ‘capture’?
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https://www.redbubble.com/people/prezaurian?ref=artist_title_nameWow, this discussion is like a mind explosion for me. LOL I did not enter this particular quest, but I have entered previous ones where the winner was chosen by votes and it never occurred to me that I may be competing with members who were making pleas for votes on social networking sites. Probably pretty naïve of me! =P I guess with this new knowledge, I can make an informed decision whether to enter the “voting” type quests in the future. Because, I too, do not like the popularity contest element of it. I’d rather what I entered spoke for itself.
Anyways, this was a great quest and I had real difficulty deciding on just one entry in each category to vote for!
Oh wow. I had no idea this voting had turned into a begging for votes spree. I’m not particularly familiar with anyone else on this forum/community so I’ve remained oblivious to what’s happened. So I guess I’m pretty naĂŻve too. Though I’m suddenly glad my entry didn’t make it into the finalists because of this. I’m going to take my design and enjoy painting a PYO dragon with it on my own.
I really did enjoy this quest though. It was fun to think of a design and see some of the other entries.
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