Make your own PIGMENT POWDERS for (almost) FREE!
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Pigment powders from model companies are a fantastic tool, and worth the cost in many cases. There is an awesome, much cheaper, alternative that gives you more colour variety though. Using chalk pastels to make your own pigment powder on demand is a great option for for hobbyists and model makers.
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I've been reading fart quest with my 6 year old and he has been loving it! Such a fun read.
Dunno if you've ever been, but I suggest a trip to a chiropractor. I work a physical job and mine has been a life saver.
At my worst I was crawling to get around my house, pulling on pants and socks with an unfurled metal coat hanger, and my chiropractor got me up and dancing (figuratively, not literally. Me dancing is suuuper ugly.) again in no time flat.
Hope ya feel better soon, bud.
You should of taken a few more days and just let everyone know you are recovering. Health first man I’m sure we would all wait knowing you are recovering from hurting your back.
I was wondering what he’d done with a snow blower.
Well after this video I'm sure they will have those colors...
Tip that helps. Buy some cheap low grit sandpaper (Dollarama sells some). Tear off a small piece and grind the chalk pastels into it. It makes quick work of the chalk pastels and you don't have to worry about large chunks coming off.
Get well soon, Jeremy. And thank you for the video, DIY pigment powders are a really good thing 👌🏼
I created my assortment of colored pigments by completely grinding up each piece on a piece of 80-grit sandpaper (inside my airbrush booth to reduce dusting). I then stored each color separately in a small container I got in an 8(?) pack at the dollar store. Total for everything was less than US$15 and they have served me well! I understand that the solid pieces store nicely but I didn't want to start "shaving" whenever I need a pigment, and the small containers store nicely.
the colours you get from chalk: are they vibrant as real pigments or are they less saturated?
@@inexistent3rdchimera673 In a sense chalk sticks are pure pigment while the "real pigments" have fillers and binders to provide texture and work well with fixatives used by modelers. Chalk is intended solely for use on paper, held down either by the paper's tooth or with artists' fixative spray AFAIK and to have no perceptible texture.
Also, chalks come in a staggering range from black and sedate browns and greens to day-glo/UV fluorescent hallucinogen-drug-grade colors, way more than "real pigments" sold to modelers.
Also also, chalk is way WAY cheaper.
@@inexistent3rdchimera673 I have no comparison, unfortunately, but they do look very nice!
@@inexistent3rdchimera673 It does depend on the quality. You'll get better pigment from higher quality pastels like Pan Pastels, but you'll pay a premium for them. If you need more pigment you can always layer it using spray varnish in between.
For those that don't want a mess sanding find some pill pulverizers these grind up the pastel or chalk inside and even store it till you need it. No mess and it's very easy.
I grew up using pastels to shade action figures.. I always thought it was kind of a lost art since most use airbrushes to create those effects. I thought they looked really good. We'd use matte varnish to seal them and it made the colors pop even more. If you use a smaller stiffer brush and scrub the chalk directly you can get a lot more control when shading like a fold in a cape etc.
I used mineral spirits for sealing pigments or dry pastels for years, until i discovered ultra matt varnishes. Either mix them with it and apply, or airbrush after applying in dry. Works like a charm and mantains the super dusty look.
I've been using vallejo's air brush thinner to bind it.
It's great if you want the pastel to matte down onto a surface. But when I use green stuff world's rolling pins, I been using pigment powders to create that dirt between the paving stones effect. However the matting down of the pigments does create a less than optimal effect because it all sinks into the grooves.
To bulk it out I use tile grout mixed with a bit of fine sand then seal with the thinner, keep doing that until the desired bulk is achieved then top with the pigment powder and reseal with thinner.
I discovered that a kitchen grater works really well for grinding chalk into pigment. Speeds things up nicely.
Reading the first Fart Quest book to my kids right now, we’re all loving it!
Feel Better - I know back pain ... It's debilitating. You got me inspired to go get some of these chalk pastels. Thanks.
This is also how a lot of doll customizers do their blushing and shading. It's neat when my hobbies overlap skills! :D
The question is, did your mind say Mr. Super Clear, or Zoukei-mura when he got to sealing? (Realizes can of Zouks is in reach and corrects spelling...)
@@lkb3190 Mr Super Clear, naturally. Great for gunpla, doll repaints, and minis :D
In addition to these chalk pastels, you can also use the colored sidewalk chalk that you get at the dollar store or big box. They end up being super large and super cheap, and as a bonus if you have kids, they can use whatever is left! Great video!
When you walked in, I said to my hubby that you've had snow! Even before you said anything!
With a small brush and a clear sealant you can do minis as well (I should think, Poppen Atelier does doll makeovers with pastels)
Get well soon! Cheers from snowy Finland
Goddamn do you use a bunch of muscles you didn't know you had when dealing with snow ahahaahaa. I'm from a place where it rarely snows (and lasts about a day before melting), but walking around in it always leaves me sore the next day.
No way. Face palm moment. Thanks for this dude. I'll head to my art supplies store and get some tomorrow. I hope you got your back sorted out mate.
Get better soon. The worst pain can come from the back. Rest and time.
Next weeks episode: How to build your own sit-stand hobby desk.
Back pain is terrible, hope ya start feeling better soon!
Always love it when you upload! You’ve inspired me to buy a proxxon and start making my own terrain. Thank you!
Canned hairspray works perfect for chalk my mom is used it when she used to do chalk drawings on paper and it seals it and it still keeps its color
Hope you feel better soon man.. As someone else that has a bad back the best thing is to get as much rest as you can and gentle movement.
Rubbing the pastel on a fine wire mesh strainer or a mini wire mesh sink drain cover will create a fine dust. Set the wire mesh over a jar like a small mason jar. I use small mason jars to store the dusted pastels so I don't have to chase around the dust. Clean up is easy with water, just be aware that some pigments are staining (just like in watercolor and acrylic paint).
I feel ur pain my back is also screwed and I can't even move!!!!! Feel better and speedy healing
Good luck with the back issues! I threw mine out about this time last year. All I can say is if you can alternate cold and hot on it. Stretching and Chiropractic help. The fact that you got any video up is amazing.
My kids adore the fart quest books and were very excited to see them on your table. They immediately begged for the models, so now I'm subbed. Hope you feel better!
You've been a huge inspiration in terrain building. Thank you for all you do! This video is going to help a lot of us on a budget!
But your health is not an expense of our convenience. Please take the time you need to heal and put us on the back burner. You mean a lot to us
Banging idea plus money saver top video bud keep them coming
Jeremy, thank you! Back pain is horrendous, please get well quickly.
I love the 'little' tip videos! I hope your recovery is smooth and quick; gotta look after your back!
Dude. Hope you feel better soon. My husband and I love watching your videos. Please take care of yourself/back!
From another late 30 something year old, I'm sitting here vicariously feeling the obvious pain you're in. Way to power through brother, hope you feel better soon!! Also try a back roller back cryo-derm, expensive but literally gold for old man back... also weed is amazing for back pain... like maybe just get some gummies or something
Yet another awesome video. Thanks Jeremy. The trick to sealing the pigment is dabing on airbrush thinner. When it dries it will look the same and be secured.
The moment you got up, I felt that. I hope you feel better, I've been dealing with back pain for over 5 years. Stay safe my friend.
Short but lots of good info. I love the slow painful walk in frame too lol
Now this is dedication... Making good vids with intense back pain. Get better soon and thanks for all you do for the crafting world!
We appreciate the dedication. Hope you get well soon. It was a very very good video nonetheless! Was thinking of getting a set of pastels because.... well because why not. This totally conviced me to do it.
I have just started using these and absolutely loving the effects that I'm getting.
Super helpful and brilliant idea here, Jeremy. Thanks for sharing and feel better!
Hope you feel better soon! Please rest and take time to heal.
I hope you feel better soon! Take it easy when you can!
I hope you get over your back injury quickly. Thanks for the video.
Snow/ice related injuries suck. About a month ago I took a tailbone ride down my back stairs and I'm still not 100%.
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The substitute pigment powders idea is brilliant! I had avoided getting pigment powders because of the price, but this is something I can swing.
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And though I am several decades out of childhood, I too laughed at Fart Quest and the Dragon's Dookie!
I feel ya, Jeremy! My back was hurting like that last week. Three things that'll help.1 pain reliever. 2 hot showers. and 3 the heating pad. Great video! I have a box of chalk pastels lying around collecting dust that I had no idea what to do with. Had to buy them for an art class but never liked working with them! You just saved them from the trashcan! lol. Feel better!
Hope you feel better soon. I did my back in a couple of years back, so I feel your pain. Also, very cool technique.
This was awesome! I have been doing this for years with my prop building, and it was nice to see someone explain it the way you did.
hope you feel better soon. thanks for your tips. always enjoy watching your work.awesome
Get well soon. Nice idea. I will test the self-made picments.
Hair spray to seal the chalk pastels. Had art classes in school and when we used chalk pastels to make drawings we used hair spray to seal it. It would not even smug afterwards.
I been watching your videos forever man and i've gotten so much good stuff out them. Hope your back gets better soon!
That’s rough, dude. Good Ole Vermont never gets snow quite like you do, but after literally snapping the shaft of my snowblower this weekend, I can imagine the struggle.
Hope you get some good PT and feel better soon. Take it easy, the BMC Fellowship will be here even if you need a break!
I know your pain. I am literally sitting watching this with a back massaging pillow, as I've done mine in DIYing our first house. Hope you have a fast recovery dude.
Thank you for all the wonderful informational videos you do. Its both an enjoyable watch and has taught me a lot over the last few years. Also I LOVE your sponsor, while babysitting I read the first one to some of the kids, and now they all play together! Made for a really fun time for both the kids and I. All of the kid friendly terrain I made because of you has lasted super well too!
That’s awesome!
My first thought when seeing the sponsor was that I'm so envious and wish I was five again! When I was five it would have been considered... uncivilized to say the least (yes, I'm OLD).
I hope that you start feeling better soon! Please be a little more careful when clearing your snow in the future.
Thank you for the video! I found this to be very helpful and interesting. Now get better and rest your back!
I smashed all my pastels but you're right... I shoulda kept them intact. So much neater.
i use pastel chalks a ton for other hobbies, and i find the best way to use them is with some sandpaper to get a fine useable powder without any chunks
in Germany you can get soft pastels for very cheap from Action store
Get well soon... and this comes at just the right time for me. Thanks.
Another art product- Spray ‘fixative’ is great to retain the finish of chalks, charcoals etc .
Used it often at art school with charcoal drawings on paper.
Best of wishes on a speedy recovery!
Thanks for the idea and thanks for the vid. Hope you get to feeling better soon. I have some occasional back issues and it's nothing to trifle with. Take it easy on yourself.
When I was in doing art class, we were fixing our dry pastels with hairspray. It's cheap and it works quite well (at least on paper)
You can also try workable fixative, but I'm not sure how well it goes on painted models. It's great for charcoal and pastels. I've just never used it with mixed media.
Hairspray is fine for work you don't want to save but it is not archival & it yellows pretty quickly.
As someone who had an undiagnosed protruding disk in my spine, that effectively crippled me for two years, I cannot stress enough how important it is to see a doctor if your pain persists. If you feel loss of sensation or a tingly feeling in your lower extremities, _definitely_ see a doctor and tell them all about it.
That said, thank you for putting up with the pain long enough to do this video. We all appreciate you, and want to see you well. Get better soon.
(On topic: it's honestly kind of crazy how many hobby products are marked up in price and sold to gamers, when a functionally identical form exists for far cheaper in an adjacent industry or unrelated industry.)
Oh this video was actually super useful, I realized about midway through that I actually have some chalk pastels in my art shelf. I wish a speedy recovery for you!!
DUDE. Back pain is the WORST! Sending healing vibes your way!
Yes I know back pain,I was getting a bucket of water out of the rain barrel to water flowers.I had maybe a little over half full,a gallon and half.Turned to set it down. Got a pain in my back,went to the dr.a week later.Took exrays,have compression fractures from my neck to my already broken tailbone.Broke when I was a kid.They want to do surgery, I said no way.I can no longer work as I've had 7 heart attacks among other things.But I always say,I made it through today,so tomorrow will definitely be better. My 78th birthday was 22 of November, and looking forward for next birthday I've lived through so much,I'm writing a book.
hope you fill better soon be careful out there and thanks lover your stuff
I use a cheap coffee grinder to grind them, i also use the oil pastels for weathering, works like a oil wash.
2:30 I have fond memories of oil pastels, back when I was 9 I forgot their name and called them gas markers. I loved using them, they where so smooth. I'll have to get some
I've been using ready-made rust pigments, but have some chalk set aside for future projects. I appreciate your insight into application and seating of pigments, brother. I hope your back gets better soon. I'll keep you in my prayers. -Rick, USMC
I only have a shovel but I still sympathize with your pain. I also like the Premier Paint for my Matchbox and Hotwheels repaints. Maybe I will try the chalks for my next diorama. Get better.
Also cheap eye shadow kits are great! Tons of colors and you can over spray with a matt or gloss clear coat to clean it up.
Get well soon, Jeremy. And thank you for taking the time and the pain for this video
Holy shit. BMC was the channel that got me into terrain building and mini painting again. You just blew my mind again with this! I hope you feel better!
Your dedication to putting out content is absolutely astonishing. Rest up and heal up though. I say that as someone who’s had a trapped nerve in my neck for two weeks and can’t do much right now either.
Oh here's a thought on grinding up pastel chalk get some pill pulverisizers. These are cheap will grind it to powder some you could use to hold your favorite color pigments inside. Also so many ways to seal the chalk is fun to experiment.
I've learned so much from you and keep learning each video. I hope you'll get well soon!
Feel better soon, glad you shared this info!!
Hope you get well soon. I was actually just working in my model car with pastel chalks lol thanks for the tip about how to seal them in.
I used a coffee grinder to pulverize my chalks. Definitely recommend a mask for that. I only bought earthly colors but now those other colors are calling me. Great video.
Krylon Workable Fixatif is what I recommend in light coats. Darkens it a little, but leaves a surface you add more pastel to if you want. Also sold at Walmart, so easy to grab if you have one nearby.
great advise... hope you get better soon... take care
I also use them mixed with watered down cheap acrilic paint to get more vibrant results or to make colors you can't get to easy on the market eather because they are expensive or because they are rare to find.
The chalk pastels are also really great for pre-shading larger minis and are commonly used with garage kits for pre-shading.
Get well soon pal! Also, I already use a coffee grinder to chop my foam down to small chunks, for foam flock, it might work for that too!
I got my Proxon hot wire cutter today!! Let the crafting begin. : )
Dude, I love these diy material vids. Go recuperate your back, you deserve it. Lots of love!
I always use hairspray to fix the powders...works well and smells better than IPA. You have my sympathy on the back trouble...that was me last week rebuilding my kitchen lol.
I use them for making watercolors and they work well
ive been doing this for years after my mother told me about it cause shes been at making sculptures before i was born. its actually the cheapest way to up your basing gain
That was really cool. I just started making dioramas within the last couple of months. I have learned a ton from your videos. Thank you, you have helped me so much. I am definitely going to try this. Thanks for another great video and I pray your backs heals quickly.
Get well soon, thank you for the tips
tip from an art school grad: (unless you need all of the powder at once) instead of crushing the pastels in a baggie or bowl and then having to transfer the dust I recommend breaking a piece up into a couple pieces with the baggie method (hitting it against the ground a few times) and then putting those pieces into an old pill bottle. with the cap on, shake the bottle to produce dust as-needed. you can add some small rocks or metal beads to the bottle to help break it up easier but it's optional. you can also experiment by putting multiple pieces of different colors into one bottle as a blending method for a family of hues. no mess solution and easy to store!
One more tip: If you want a lot of unique earth/natural colors, drug-store eyeshadow palettes are excellent options as well. Or you can ask women in your life if they have expired makeup like bronzer, eyeshadow, etc.
that is so cool! I will have to check out the books for my grandkids. thanks for sharing.
Get well soon! Back pain is not joke. Thanks for all the work you do! :)
Oil pastels will give us a different effect, you can put them on the model and then treat the brushes with soaked turpentine. These types of effects are good for watering. We also have watercolor crayons, we treat these with a brush soaked in water, AK has a whole series, but an alternative is available in art shops.
Hey Jeremy great timing. Was just talking about pastels on a livestream and couldn’t remember who’s video I saw on using them as weathering powders will tell my friends on the next stream Sunday at noon eastern time anfield layout in the loft. We do modeling for model railroading and tabletop gaming terrain.
Wish you a speedy recovery man. Thanks for the vid!
This was very useful. Thanks. Hope you feel better.
This is a great tip. The cost is the main thing that has kept me from getting into these pigment powders...and I've got a whole box of pastel chalks just sitting around doing nothing... beautiful!
Good luck with the back. It'll suck for a while, but there's a light at the end of the tunnel.
been doing that with chalk since about 1987. Its an old scale modeler trick for tanks and military vehicles.
I hope your back feels better soon. Thanks for the video.
Hope your back gets better soon. Great tips.
What a wonderful idea, thank you for sharing! When I use pastels for painting I would either use art fixative or the cheaper version: hairspray on it. It keeps the look but gives it much more staying power. Not sure if it’ll work on minis but might be worth a try?