Well, this may be very easy to you guys but I do have GREAT problems with painting the model with brush. Whenever I use the brush, some areas have brush markings. Got any techniques there? What I have here is brush 0, 2, 4, 6. With relatively small parts it is quite easy. But when parts are quite large, I got those problems. My common problems are visible brush strokes and uneven painting on a given area. Thanks for the help

I only use enamels to paint with a paintbrush on wide areas when I'm too lazy to use an airbrush. Tamiya acrylics are a disaster when used wit a paintbrush, but I know of other brands that for that use are good as enamels, for instance Lifecolor and Vallejo but I never used them. Check also the dilution of the paint and use a soft round brush in order to avoid markings...
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The key to success with hand painting is the same for using an airbrush - paint consistency. If you use a brush with thick paint the paint will not flow over the surface and therefore dry in ridges. If you condition your paint, just as you would for airbrushing, you will notice a great difference in the quality of the finish. Of course for hand brushing you will want to use paint that is thicker that for the airbrush.

For hand brushing you will want a consistency of cream, which is a little thicker than milk ( the rule of thumb I use for airbrushing), but not extremely thicker.

Another trick is to not dip the brush more than halfway up to the metal jacket. This will prolong the life of the bristles and make it easier to clean.

Hope this helps...

The guys have hit the nail on the head. Thicker paint leaves tracks.!!
If you thin the paint and feel its not covering properly, dont be tempted to splash on more paint, to cover. Its better to paint it twice or even three times to get proper coverage with a thinner paint. Also if you are painting directly onto plastic with a brush, it can be difficult for paint to adhear. Make sure the area is washed in soapy water, rinsed well and had time to dry properly. A spray tin of primer could solve this problem. Spray lightly and let dry and spray again if needed. Dont overspray as the paint will run and look awful. Humbrol spray in tins is what I use and even cheaper sprays from car accessory shops works as well.
Good luck!

Uhhh.... when I use a primer (spray can) it sometimes leave bubbles and I hate those darn bubbles!