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How to Paint Black Armour That Actually Looks BLACK
📌 Credits: This pattern was transcribed by Chroma-Codex from a video by Swarm_Painting. All credit for the technique and paint choices goes to them. Watch the original and support their work: ▶️ Original Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7CbeTkD_F0 🔗 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Swarm_Painting Original description: This tutorial covers the fundamentals of painting solid black armour using a makeup sponge and a brush. It's great for Black Templars, Raven Guard, or any other Space Marine chapter you'd like to paint in black. Enjoy!
Follow the steps in order, from top to bottom.
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SprayAll
Chaos BlackSpongeArmor and gun
German GreyDrybrushArmor and gun
GraphiteSpongeArmor and gun
GraphiteSpongeArmor and gun
BlackOther areas
Basecoat other areas (non-armor and gun regions).All
Pre-thin the whole model with white spirit.WashAll
BlackArmor and gun
While paint is still fresh, gently dab with a clean and dry sponge on highlight…Recess ShadeArmor and gun
Dark RustEdge HighlightArmor and gunMix 1:1
German GreyGraphite
Edge HighlightArmor and gunMix 2:2:1
2x German Grey2x GraphiteWhite
Other areas
inish the rest of the details. Check out Patreon for this step.All
AK: Satin Varnish (1 part) + AK: Ultra matt Varnish (2 parts)