Quick weathering

[MLW]

Paint-Brush and Sponge method

I used water-based paint, oil-paint, paint brush and cosmetic sponges for rust effect.
The sponge is dabbed in oil paint and lightly applied to the car to create rust pits and pattern.

First I re-painted the boxcar white and sealed it with dullcoat.

I diluted water based paint (Burnt Sienna) with rubbing alcohol to create a "rust color" wash and apply it with a wide paintbrush.

Once dry I applied Burnt Sierra with a paint brush in a “dotted” manner, taking the paint brush in a bit of paint and tapping it (bristle down) on the car. Once dry I do the same thing with Raw Umber. Once everything is completely dry I take a wide paint brush that I dipped in water and lightly remove some of the paint leaving behind a nice rusty look.

Once completely dry I sealed everything with dullcoat. Next applied home made decals and sealed everything again.



Rust pits created with sponge:



Good Luck

MLW