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Problem with artists paints (oils) , the figure turns out shiny.
Artists acrylics will give an authentic flatter finish IMHO.
(The wife agrees..she`s an artist..I am always corrected when painting!!) :-
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While it is true that they have a slight sheen to them when you first do it (as in the photos), when the paint dries and they`ve been out on the layout for a few days, they acquire a matt finish. It`s also vital that they have a good, flat finish to start with.
This old chap got "the treatment" some time ago and has spent many months outdoors. No sheen whatsoever.

Problem with artists paints (oils) , the figure turns out shiny.
Artists acrylics will give an authentic flatter finish IMHO.
(The wife agrees..she`s an artist..I am always corrected when painting!!) :-
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While it is true that they have a slight sheen to them when you first do it (as in the photos), when the paint dries and they`ve been out on the layout for a few days, they acquire a matt finish. It`s also vital that they have a good, flat finish to start with.
This old chap got "the treatment" some time ago and has spent many months outdoors. No sheen whatsoever.
