Also, when glue is still wet you can take plastic ruler rub it on your hair or wool sweater and then "hover" it few millimeters over grass with it. This will make grass stand a little more.
I really like short vids on the basics - it's generally stuff that you know how to do, but you can often pick up lil tips and tricks that are very easy to implement but make a real difference in how your minis look! Like in this case going over your static grass with a brush to make it stand up more - brilliant!
So THIS is what I remember seeing seeing so many years ago when I first looked into 40k. For some reason, despite all the videos I have watched over the past several months, static grass never came up even in passing. Thank you!
This was really helpful! A few more basics videos are very much desired if you feel inclined. I'm new at this and enjoy your low price point and not using expensive items
getting the grass to stand up straighter is easier if you don't glue the miniature to the base. If you glue static grass on the base, you can then use the simple balloon trick to generate static charge and hover it over the static grass (called so for a reason) to make it stand on end before the glue dries
This is a great video, thanks! I just wanted to make sure I was doing this the best I could (apparently I was). It’s great to see some more basic stuff explained :)
I was about to get an applicator but then I realized I don't really need my grass to stand up straight for minis I use for casual play or kitchen table games. I'd rather get more paints and such! Thanks for the video! It actually looks pretty alright without an applicator
Once the grass has been glued down, I usually go over it again with a thin mixture of watered down white glue - something like ten parts water to one part glue depending on how thin you want it. Use a soft brush to gently put it on the base, let it run down the grass to the base itself, let it dry overnight, and the grass is firmly attached. Then you can use a brush to wipe of the excess grass before hitting the model with a final layer of varnish. Of course, you can always build an applicator and make your own tufts. Much easier in the long run... :-)
Thanks, this is really helpful! Most videos say, “Apply some grass” but they don’t really show how. Some people say super glue. Why do you do Elmer’s vs. Superglue?
can u remove static grass on a miniature? i ask because i have purchase some miniatures and want to paint them but there have static grass. and i dont know if u can paint one with it on?
It would depend on what it's glued to and what type of glue was used. Best guess without knowing I'd say scrap it off with a dull knife, but of course that would likely take off the ground texture, if any.
can try soaking in simple green or even water (if it's PVA, you'll activate the glue again, and it'll basically just slough off). Otherwise yup as Dr. Faust' mentions: scrape it off, I use a spackle spreader type tool, but you can just use a boxcutter (carefully!) If you want to remove the mini, you may be able to work a hobby saw under the feet, carefully removing it from the base. You have to watch you don't cut into the mini though. Anyway, just be patient! It can be done :) I've salvaged a lot from Ebay this way
Could, but the more you put back in the greater the chance of contaminating the container with other debris. Loose gravel, dust, paint bits, etc. I prefer to play it safe.
I typically prefer to use the grass powder type stuff and use that for my initial base, and then use the little grass tuffs where needed for longer grass/weeds type look. Static grass does look a big nicer though.
A lot depends on scale too. Something like this, I think the static grass does look a bit nicer, but if the scale were something crazy like 1/144, the powder/flock seems much more in scale for grass.
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Also, when glue is still wet you can take plastic ruler rub it on your hair or wool sweater and then "hover" it few millimeters over grass with it. This will make grass stand a little more.
You god damn genius. Absolutely doing that from now on.
Or a balloon. A ruler is a bit more accessible though
The advice about doing this after varnishing is deeply appreciated.
I really enjoyed this video. I hope that you'll consider adding more to "the basics" in the future!
I really like short vids on the basics - it's generally stuff that you know how to do, but you can often pick up lil tips and tricks that are very easy to implement but make a real difference in how your minis look!
Like in this case going over your static grass with a brush to make it stand up more - brilliant!
I watched a couple other tutorials and was bracing to sink $30 + into an applicator, but I am greatly encouraged by this! Thank you!
I still get so happy when I see this come up in my recommended vids. Thanks again for doing this!
Thanks for this. I've always thought my static grass comes out looking like trash. With these new tips I can improve my basework!
Thanks for the video. I've never seen anyone use that brush technique before. Nice!
So THIS is what I remember seeing seeing so many years ago when I first looked into 40k. For some reason, despite all the videos I have watched over the past several months, static grass never came up even in passing. Thank you!
I know you think Most People can do this, but this is a BIG HELP!!!!! Thanks!!!
Thank you. I always want to know how it was done. Now I am going to give it a try myself.
This was really helpful! A few more basics videos are very much desired if you feel inclined. I'm new at this and enjoy your low price point and not using expensive items
getting the grass to stand up straighter is easier if you don't glue the miniature to the base. If you glue static grass on the base, you can then use the simple balloon trick to generate static charge and hover it over the static grass (called so for a reason) to make it stand on end before the glue dries
This is a great video, thanks! I just wanted to make sure I was doing this the best I could (apparently I was). It’s great to see some more basic stuff explained :)
Very cool looking Blood Bowl minis.
Thank you. Just what I wanted to learn. Thank you.
good to know, thanks
Oh good. I literally came here for blood bowl grass application. Voila!
Your technique seems easy, I'll try it this rainy weekend.
How did you get on?
It worked well, as easy as demonstrated.
Thanks for the upload :)
I was about to get an applicator but then I realized I don't really need my grass to stand up straight for minis I use for casual play or kitchen table games. I'd rather get more paints and such! Thanks for the video! It actually looks pretty alright without an applicator
Cool! Thanks a lot 😉
What colours you use for the base texture? I like that darker looking mud
I always use wood glue instead of white. I feel it's stronger and longer lasting.
Once the grass has been glued down, I usually go over it again with a thin mixture of watered down white glue - something like ten parts water to one part glue depending on how thin you want it.
Use a soft brush to gently put it on the base, let it run down the grass to the base itself, let it dry overnight, and the grass is firmly attached.
Then you can use a brush to wipe of the excess grass before hitting the model with a final layer of varnish.
Of course, you can always build an applicator and make your own tufts. Much easier in the long run... :-)
Thanks, this is really helpful! Most videos say, “Apply some grass” but they don’t really show how. Some people say super glue. Why do you do Elmer’s vs. Superglue?
I also like to use model train turf and grass.
Little question. Barnish before or after basing(rocks and stuff and painting base before aplying grass) ?
Paint everything. Varnish. Then add grass or tufts.
What size mm is the static grass shown here please?
so i just had a question, where in this process do u use alcohol and when?
What does a static grass applicator do and is it necessary
It makes the grass stand up on end. It's not necessary and is mostly for very large applications of grass, like a table.
can u remove static grass on a miniature? i ask because i have purchase some miniatures and want to paint them but there have static grass. and i dont know if u can paint one with it on?
It would depend on what it's glued to and what type of glue was used. Best guess without knowing I'd say scrap it off with a dull knife, but of course that would likely take off the ground texture, if any.
can try soaking in simple green or even water (if it's PVA, you'll activate the glue again, and it'll basically just slough off). Otherwise yup as Dr. Faust' mentions: scrape it off, I use a spackle spreader type tool, but you can just use a boxcutter (carefully!) If you want to remove the mini, you may be able to work a hobby saw under the feet, carefully removing it from the base. You have to watch you don't cut into the mini though. Anyway, just be patient! It can be done :) I've salvaged a lot from Ebay this way
kk thx =)
Is this wood glue? Would would glue do too? "Woodwoodgloodotoo" lol
Are you using 2mm grass?
Why you don't use a static grass applicator?
Shock the hell out of yourself once or twice and you wouldn't use one either. Also they are better for larger projects.
Came for the tutorial, started for the Manos soundtrack.
Why not clean off the excess grass over the static grass container?
Could, but the more you put back in the greater the chance of contaminating the container with other debris. Loose gravel, dust, paint bits, etc. I prefer to play it safe.
I typically prefer to use the grass powder type stuff and use that for my initial base, and then use the little grass tuffs where needed for longer grass/weeds type look. Static grass does look a big nicer though.
A lot depends on scale too. Something like this, I think the static grass does look a bit nicer, but if the scale were something crazy like 1/144, the powder/flock seems much more in scale for grass.
Your grass boxes look like containers of dank herbs :P
Satan's Hide no they don't
Bit of a fail in the title of the video... without a static applicator is it static grass...?
And here I thought it was called static grass because it didn't move.
Lol fellow~tommes!
Trevor~morgan , laugh!
Toan , laugh!
good video but why this elevator music? 😅
I think you should've eaten those sandwiches a long time ago.
Blow your miniatures haha nice one
huh..I was thinking ststic grsss applicator
Built one once. Electrocuted the hell out of myself. Was going to put up the vid as to what NOT to do, but I didn't want kids copying me.
It's not really static grass if you don't use static, is it? It's just regular turf.
Your doing it wrong if you 'electrocuted the hell out of yourself' it only needs 9v battery
Woke AF.... I didn't realize 'static' referenced electricity. Derp.
@@ThePaintingClinic I got one but have been afraid to use it lol . It has a ground tool/clip but I'm not sure where to clip it..
Your video doesnt have sound. ....... I have to open the sound in my pc to have sound. Please fix it. For your benefit, not mine!
I'm hearing sound.
@@ThePaintingClinic oh doctor I m.sorry ..I was jogging Iment that I couldnt hear beacause I had my sounds closed and Iprrtented rhat I m that kind of guy who always grumble about everything, thats why I said I do nohear anything unless when I open the.sound. ... my english still though are not good enough for that kind of jokes ..yeap... 😁