Airfix Aston Martin DB5 Starter Set

[steffmodels]

Hi! I'm very new to scale models and I'm currently doing the Airfix Aston Martin DB5 starter set. It's going mostly well and I'm learning to trust the process.

I was just wondering if anyone had some tips on getting a good finish on the paints? I've watched many a YouTube video and I've been thinning the paint with water to do multiple coats as the Airfix guy recommended. This worked great for darker paints. I'm just finding it more difficult to get a good finish on the lighter paints. Does anyone have any tips?

Thank you

 

[urumomo]

Welcome Aboard !

white primer for lighter colors .

 

[steffmodels]

Welcome Aboard !

white primer for lighter colors .

Great I'll give that a try thanks!
Do I need to get a humbrol primer as the paints are humbrol or will any primer work?

 

[urumomo]

Any primer is fine .
Are you airbrushing or brush painting ?

 

[BarleyBop]

Hi! I'm very new to scale models

Howdy!

We have an Introductions area where you can say hi, and folks can meet you!
We look forward to seeing you post some pics as you learn, as it gives other newcomers to the hobby some encouragement. We've all been there, so don't be shy!

Cheers!