22 February 2015

"Mean Machine" Angel - Prep 4: PPP

With the physical prepwork completed, the final remaining step (before priming) was the PPP. 

As you might recall, "PPP" is simply Pre-Prime Prep. It is the final surface finishing--if applica- ble!--of a figure that would otherwise be ready for priming. In the case of "Mean Machine", I wanted to depict corroded and/or rough-cast surfaces on the casing of the mechanical arm: this was accomplished by brushing-on thinned glazing putty on the targeted areas, and repeatedly stippling until I achieved the anticipated degree of texturing.

When the cost of a hobby exceeds the fun and doesn't attract new people, the game is over.” -
Oscar Koveleski, August 2003

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