Hey Greg I read your piece on building a replica steelhead and was so inspired I decided I had to give it a try. After ordering a blank, airbrush and some misc. supplies I started reading posts on Taxidermy.com. I may have undertaken a real project here! I was wondering if you might be able to enlighten me on a few questions?
Are you priming and sealing the blank after the touch ups, eyes and fins? If so, what do you suggest I use? Are you using water-based paints (Hydromist, Life tones, etc.)? Do you spray a gloss coat between color/detail applications? What do you use for a final gloss/wet coat? Might you have a Steelhead paint schedule you would be willing to divulge?
Any help would be much appreciated as this painting thing really has me a little concerned. Thanks- Jeff (Riptide)
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I would primer first, so the other materials will stick better. I am using laquer paints made by polytranspar. You can gloss between details to add depth to your details.
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