How to Paint 3d prints, the basics
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- On this episode of Crazy Will Tech Show, I show you how to paint 3d prints, the basics. Ok ok I know its not technically tech, but if you have a 3d printer an do some cool prints you want to add some color. I have spent a lot of time in the last 3 months researching and painting 3d printed objects. A lot of trial and error. Learning what to do and what not to do. There’s lots of videos on TH-cam on this subject but none of them show you where to start and they don't have 3d print painting tutorials. So with the whole COVID-19 thing going on I had the time to make one for the newbies like myself out there. I hope to help others that want to get started painting 3d printed objects. So let’s get painting!
3d models featured in this video
Deadpool Bust
www.myminifactory.com/object/...
hulk
www.myminifactory.com/prints/...
Alice
www.thingiverse.com/thing:316...
Planet Express Ship [Futurama]
www.myminifactory.com/object/...
Spiderman
www.myminifactory.com/object/...
Mandalorian
www.myminifactory.com/object/...
Logan old Man
www.thingiverse.com/thing:287...
The maxx
www.myminifactory.com/object/...
bellboy
www.myminifactory.com/prints/...
baby Groot
www.myminifactory.com/object/... - วิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี
It's amazing to see a video where he gave us a perspective from a beginner perspective
Thank you for letting me know that was my goal.😁
@@CrazyWillTechShow Second this! Your honesty about the early mistakes is refreshing to hear, too much fake BS these days.
This is so good!! You helped me find a new hobby! Thanks for the tutorial!
Thanks man! be careful it’s extremely addictive lol I may have to go to rehab.
Looking for a 3d printed model paint guide, and this video is perfect, love how you mention all the details and the tools you use, exactly what I wanted!
Thanks that’s what I was trying to do. When I get into this there’s nothing out there. So after a lot of trial and error this is what I came up with lol. Really glad it helped 😁
do you know a good cheap printer I can use for a beginner?
Man, you've done an amazing work there, keep going! That Deadpool seems real
Thanks really appreciate it. I’m my worst critic I always think I could be better.
I mean it IS real, technically.
Fantastic work! This video helped me a LOT! Now I don't have to waste time and money experimenting with paint. Thank you!
Thanks 😊 that was my goal. Be careful it’s addictive lol.
for doing paint by yourself, and for how difficult detailing can be, all of the figures look amazing; along with the added effect of you doing it yourself. i have a halo battle rifle i don’t want to ruin but want to paint nerf colorway, this video is a good teacher to me! thank you and keep up the great work!
[edit]: THE best subscribe reminder i have ever seen on here. subscribing off that alone.
Thanks 😊 really appreciate it. Do you have scrap pieces of your Halo battle rifle? Prints that messed up? I would practice on them first. Get you technique down then just go for it. I just keep trying till I got it right. And I really appreciate people telling me I got it right lol. Thanks I get some negative comment sometimes. You just killed one thanks.😁
@@CrazyWillTechShow i do! I would say it’s more in pieces to fit in shipping box, but i do want to practice detailing and stuff before I start on the project, although it’s only lines and patterns. my plan will be a couple of lacquer layers! and you’re more than welcome! I do get the occasional negative comment but positivity is where it’s at! 😸
Lol haters gonna hate. The detail gets tedious but so Worth it when it’s done.
I’m currently going through some trial and error with painting 3D prints as my boyfriend started printing for commissions. Im so glad this video popped up in my recommended!! I look forward to utilizing your techniques!
Thanks I really appreciate it. Yeah went back and tried regular acrylic paints still don’t like them as much as Vallejo. I don’t know what they do but they’re awesome and so much easier to paint with. Me and my wife did Christmas ornaments you can see here How to paint 3-D printed ornaments th-cam.com/video/h3WBXJEko70/w-d-xo.html
finally a dude with great video of painting basics after days of searching I really enjoy your video. greetings from PERU
Thanks man really appreciate it. That why I made the video couldn’t find anything straightforward on how to get started. So after a lot of trial and error I made my own lol. Really glad it helped.
Loved you judgement with the paint, you took the time and effort to not make them look cheap, i appreciate that a lot
Thanks, well if your going to put the time in, might as well do it right lol.
Thanks for sharing your process with us, very helpful!
Thanks! I didn’t find anything when I was looking. So when I kind of figured it out I did a video.
It looks brutal bro! so nice. I love it. Thank you so much.
Thank you for showing us your process of experimenting and trying to find the right paint!
Thanks for watching… it was a very long and frustrating Journey. It’s still not over lol.
Thank you! I’m soooo looking forward to try this!!
Have fun!
I used Elmer's wood filler to fill in the whole print, and it hides the lines well, then I used a Rustolium spay paint called filler primer, then I sanded it smooth. It works great.
I do that with FDM prints. Elmer's wood filler? I'll have to try it.
Honestly that was a very simple, but effective tutorial.
I'm confident in trying this myself, just ordered an Ender 3 V2 my first 3D Printer, so I'm excited to make figures, already looked into every method for smoothing, this was that final step to prep me for the road ahead.
I hope to make a decent hobby out of it
Thanks...... it’s highly highly addictive! I didn’t think I would get that into it.
one year later, how did it go?
That was me before I got my 3d printer and hit troubleshooting snags 🖨️🤣
@@artxgx9245
Ya, there's a never ending stream of troublshooting with this thing, but in a way it's fun. Although I still do groan when my extruder gets clogged the 50th time. Still working on bed leveling, might eventually just get an Auto-leveler
I always use Vallejo, green stuff world, Citadel for paints and Army Painters for washes.
They are great. How is army paints?
Thank you! The model looks awesome.
Thanks really appreciate it.
Thank you so much! I'm just starting out and this is a major help
I’m glad you found it helpful… i’m warning you it’s highly addictive lol 😂
Thanks man, I really needed this! You're my basic go to guy for everything 3D printing! I subbed
Thanks that means a lot! 😁
2 years later and this is still super useful, I'm learning multiple coats are the key to perfection.
Lol thanks yeah over and over again.
What a great video, Will! Thank you so much!
Thanks man I need to hear that today😁
Thanks for posting this man! Im making my first print and nervous about painting
Glad I could help. Don’t be nervous you can always print another one. You’re gonna mess up just part of the process. It’s a determination game.
Good job man, if you prime in white you will find the colours will pop more, also when doing the highlights try dry brushing, its much easier and the results are much better as you get a great transition through the shades that look more airbrushed than brushed.
Yeah started using white. I have to learn the technique I would love to try and make it look like airbrush. Thanks for the info.😁
Sorry If I missed this, what exact paint brand do you use? Thank you for this video!
Great video! Do you think the same method (regular brushes + paint) could work on a bigger model, say 11 inches? I don't have a paint sprayer
Thanks 😊 Yes but you will be fighting brushstrokes. Just may need more coats.
This is good!! The part of the floor of the base, they also paint it?
Love it❤
that looks pretty damn good!
And a great introduction into the topic too, helped a bunch
Thanks 😊 very frustrating people are hitting this topic.
Ayye a fellow New Yorker. From Long Island over here. Bout to get my first 3D printer very soon (Saturn 2) and was surprised to not find that many detailed advice videos on painting 3D models. This is by far exactly what I was looking for and I don’t even feel the need to look at any more. Thank you!
Strong island! Great choice on 3-D printer. Lol glad I could help. Yeah I was really shocked that there wasn’t more tutorials. I started another channel. Called 3d paint where I go more detail.
@@CrazyWillTechShow Can’t find your other channel unfortunately. Been printing out a bunch of stuff recently and just started painting…
Any tips for paint brush streaks? I keep getting the look of paintbrush streaks whenever I paint my figures, and the paint also looks very caked on. Maybe it’s because I used regular acrylic and not Vallejo? Anyway, let me know if you can. Thank you!
@@BabaLoochi thin them down with water and do multiple layers. Thin coats.
Best tutorial on youtube regarding 3d models painting. Good job man!!
Thanks I couldn’t find one myself so I made one hoping it would be good and easier to understand.
@@CrazyWillTechShow , very good, you should do more of these!
I really enjoyed it and do plane on doing more. Next one will be on airbrushing.
@@CrazyWillTechShow great,waiting for it!
Really cool video. I also find a great detail video to help pop detail is to dry-brush your highlights. Essentially the opposite of a wash, but instead of soaking your model with a watered down brush, you pat the brush until almost dry and then lightly pass over the model. where a wash seeps into the crevices, dry-brushing only kisses the peaks. combining the two really makes details pop.
Yeah I’m still Learning the hole dry brush thing trying to get use to it. It’s definitely an art form lol.
@@CrazyWillTechShow It's definitely worth the effort. have fun. Great work
Oh it’s an obsession lol already. Just got to get the dry brush thing going right. How long does it take you to get it right? Because I’m just thinking it’s like a mental block for me. FYI thanks for the compliment.
@@CrazyWillTechShow I actually picked up on dry-brushing pretty quickly when I did more painting. Getting back into models and painting again after a few years. If memory serves, the Stan Winston School had some really great courses that would cover it, which lead to some real "ah ha" moments. Can't remember which ones exactly, but they are almost all a joy to watch back when I had a subscription.
I think the big thing is getting used to how much to pat the brush dry, and then just getting the feel for letting the tips of said brush gently glide over the surface. I would say start with a super dry brush, where you almost think there isn't much paint on it at all, and then barely touching the model. It's a real "less is more" technique.
Best explanation I’ve heard so far. Most people like use a dry brush. I’m like 🤷♂️.
I was a little skeptical at first, as I have no paint knowledge or experience. It damn dude, that turned out awesome! Thanks for all the tips and the great video tutorial.
Thanks man means a lot. I have some painting experience but not models, couldn’t find a basic guide to get me started so A lot of trial and error. Just thought I throw my hat into the ring.
Crazy Will Tech Show well we appreciate it man! Definitely going to check out the rest of the channe.
Just got a 3D printer and was thinking of painting some of my smaller figures. The very simple way you showed how to do it should definitely make my stuff looks decent instead of just monotone gray, black, or white filament I use
Yeah that why I started, warning it gets addicting and expensive. Lol hobbies.
Hey! thanks for the video. helped me a lot.
Thanks awesome!
Nice work. Inspiring even!
Thanks a lot!
You should paint first and second coats in separate Colours and use a spray booth, if you do it outside wind will make it smudge/drip.
is it typical to sand the whole figure even before the filler primer? what grade of sandpaper do you recommend for prepping the models for filler primer or primer in general? thanks for the video!
500 grid on up. Sometimes you have to do it more than once. Primer sand primer sand.
What kind of colour for 3d object from uv resin?
That Hellboy is sick man, love it. Thanks for the tips also.
Thanks! Yeah that took a lot of time and a lot of layers. One of my many experiments. I hope the tips help. Thanks for watching.
Nice work, thanks for sharing. Have you ever tried using Duplicolor Adhesion Promoter as a basecoat under your primer (guess you can even apply acrylic paints right on top of it too)? I've heard that it does wonders to help everything stick really well to plastic. Also, have you ever used The Army Painter, Matt White primer? Just wondering.
No I was thinking about giving them a try but they’re very expensive. I don’t mind paying if they’re good but I’m one of those peoples that if it ain’t broken don’t fix it. 😂
That's a great painting for not a pro painting , now I'm gonna start learning how to paint figures 👍👍👍
Thanks 😊
Suppose you printed your 3D model in separate pieces. Do you recommend priming the pieces separately or priming the model after it has been put together? Thanks
I like to dry fit them at first. Make sure everything fits correctly. Tape off the edges that are going to be glued. Put them on sticks or paint caps like I did in the video, And paint them individually. If the parts are easy to get to to paint or there one or color i’ll do them together. This video may help th-cam.com/video/FhxqFEgaLwk/w-d-xo.html
Crazy Will Tech Show Thank you very much, greatly appreciate it.
Really awesome tutorial man thanks!
Thank you for the feedback it really helps. 😁
Bro your mistake on superman is the thing i was looking for. Do you know if there are just metal paint versions of it so I don’t get a hole box to use only the gray one
Testers a great for metal just make sure you thin them with the thinner. Better off buying a set. Hobby lobby, or Michaels.
what layer height do you use?
Very nice video! Where did you get the file for the joker thats up on your shelf? I've been looking everywhere for a decent joker and I couldn't find one.
Sorry that’s not an STL I work at a consignment shop and it came in so I bought it! Hard to find some really good STL files.
Great video, thanks for the help! Very cool!
Really appreciate it man.
how do you hollow out your models? Are you using Fusion 360 or Solidworks?
No I do it in slicing software.
Thanks for sharing, does it matter what colour filament you use?
No bc your going to prime them. I’ve recently switched over to white. Easier to paint les coats.
@@CrazyWillTechShow if you print in gray pla , do you still need to prime it??
I had a payed to have model made but am having a hard time understanding how it would go to print can you look at the file and let me know if there is something I should do or change the model looking for help .
Sure e mail me under the about me.
Hello. The model holder handle , is that 3d printed? If not, where did you get it? Thank you and thanks for the help.
Lol just a spray can top with some funtack to hold it in place. Thanks for feedback it really helps.
@@CrazyWillTechShow thank you! Great idea...and again, thanks for the videos.
There should be a 3d printer smoothing machine that also adds prime and paint of any shade of color you want.
Signed me up! Lol
Excellent work my man! About how long do you think your printed models will last on the shelf in safe conditions?
Thanks! I would hope indefinitely only been painting and printing for 6 months. The clearcoat should protect the paint.
how resistant is it with the clear coat? would running your nail on it scratch it?
I mean if your dig it in. Like any other material.
Can you use spray paint to speed up the process and then use regular acrylic 🤔. Have you already made a video?
You could.. I do have a video on how to airbrush th-cam.com/video/1f1sFOF4AVg/w-d-xo.html
That looks really good.
Thanks try to get better takes time.
hi can you explain how you hollow out and make the holes?
Yes I did a video on that How to use CHITUBOX 3d slicer
th-cam.com/video/jeebjF_2Bug/w-d-xo.html
When you paint it do your paintbrush hairs stick to the model ?
Sounds like you need to better brushes. I used to run into that with the cheaper brushes.
@@CrazyWillTechShow o ok thanks for the tip
I’m looking through your videos, do you have a post processing video?
I have a lot of videos on 3D printing and painting here the play list 3-D printing
th-cam.com/play/PL6sM6dPg3LNMoXEUf5g9yCKf_jmtM2mWT.html I have also start another channel just focusing on painting 3D prints th-cam.com/video/4Q-oWJw5kGM/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching!
if a print my model in Grey PLA do i still have to prime it?
Depends I would sticks… primer is a little different.
Nice video dude just bought my printer can't wait to get going.
I had it for a little over a year. Your going to love it.
@@CrazyWillTechShow I use their primer, I'm happy.
Can you please send me the name of that primer you used? This is my first time printing and painting a model
I showed it in the video. I have switched to white. Rust-Oleum 327874 American Accents Spray Paint, 12 oz, Gloss White www.amazon.com/dp/B079K5HCXV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_40YgFbCVSBCWY
Two tips i can give about the finish; when you do a wash, its meant for accenting shadows and crevices, so go back over with your base colors again and hit the entire model (not just highlights). then you can go back with a lighter base color and highlight like he did. lastly, get some quality clear coat. rustoleum is AWESOME for priming but lacks with everything else. You can see the "Matte" clear coat ended up glossy. Not even satin. GLOSSY. two things can cause this, too thick and clear coast that isn't worth its weight. I recommend Tamiya TS-80 Flat clear; it is a small can but goes very far and you only need 1 coat for stuff like this that sits on shelves. Its a varnish and is meant to keep your colors safe. if youre using it for functional stuff or things touched often or in the sun, 2-3 coats wont hurt. and when you "mist" like this gentleman, actually MIST. don't mist, then mist, then spray, then mist, then spray. Coat goes on too thick. lol
Going back over with the base color doesnt full cover the wash? Just wanna make sure I understand that right. Getting ready for my first paint
great job love your videos
Thanks means a lot 😁
Awesome video man, got me to subscribe!
Thanks! Really appreciate it. 😀
Great tips. Thanks
Thanks glad I can help.
I've never been good at painting, especially the shadows. Getting a printer soon, video encouraged me.
That is so awesome man! Thanks for the compliment… you’re gonna love getting into this hobby… so addictive!
My main issue when painting the figures is that they end up very sticky, did you have a similar problem?? Or was this avoided with the clear coat at the end?
Clearcoat will definitely close everything in. But sticky sounds like bad pain or you have to water down your paints
Damn boy, I just started into this amazing 3D printing world and your video should be a MUST SEE!
Rich in details, easy to follow and understand. Simple and it could not get any better than this.
I have tried to find something similar but too complicated and expensive solutions.
Great job mate and +1 Subscriber :)
I really really appreciate it! I was in the same boat, couldn’t find a video. So after a lot of time and money I figured it out. I found it interesting so I thought others would too.
@@CrazyWillTechShow You are the man. Keep that up :)
muy buen trabajo
¡gracias y gracias por vernos!
Really helpful video, but should I skip the spray painting part if I’m using gray resin
No you need the primer helps to make the paint stick and paint shows up better. If your using light color use White primer.
What do you use to temporarily hold your model to that base so you don't have to touch it?
Spray can top and Fun tack.
@@CrazyWillTechShow Thanks a lot. I've used a lot of your advice and my stuff has been coming out great. New to the hobby. The wash was great advice. I love using that stuff
@@reszzz thanks man means a lot 😁 it’s a very fun hobby.
You need to prime when using acrylic paints?
Yes! Very important.
Do all of this work on Ender 3 v2? Or only resin?
Yeah the work with both. I show it in this video th-cam.com/video/TMX8ilsnS6g/w-d-xo.html
what are you spraying it with at first?
I’m using a primer. I like rust oleum 2x primer.
Can you link the primer that you used? Thanks!
Rust-Oleum 249088 Painter's Touch 2X Ultra Cover, 12 Oz, Flat Gray Primer www.amazon.com/dp/B002BWORZO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_nFaYFb32HYNJ2
How were you able to sand it since it’s so small and very intricate details. I’m working on painting my first print which is groot but I’m not sure how to sand it without ruining the intricate details as well
I use PLA btw
I just did a video on the very topic th-cam.com/video/j0rV8wKVkec/w-d-xo.html
@@CrazyWillTechShow sweet I’ll check tht out thank you !
can u share me details of your primer spray and finishing spray
Rust oleum 2x primer and rust oleum 2x Clearcoat you can get it in gloss or Matt finish.
Those look really good 👍
Thanks 😊
I use testors enamel paint, it does pretty well with a few coats
Do you use these on figures?
@@CrazyWillTechShow Yep, I’ve never seemed to have a problem with them, though in the beginning I was having trouble cause I’m TERRIBLE at painting. I just ordered the paint you used in the video, I’m pretty interested
Man if you can paint with those you’ll do amazing with Vallejo.
does the paint scratch off of your models at all?
I will scratch off if you don’t put a clear coat on it.
does Vallejo need to mixed with thinners?
Nope in the video was straight out of the bottle. Sometimes I add water to thin them.
Not with brush but you do if used with airbrush unless you get the Vallejo Air paints.
When using brush it's best to use a wet palette to keep the paint from drying when painting.
What do you do with all your models after you finish painting them?
Put them on the shelf. It’s a hobby I collected figurines before this. Now I can say I made them.
Can I use oil paint ? My 3d print is Pla
I don’t know I’ve never tried it.
Hi what kind of resin is your go to and which printer do you use for your prints?
Elegoo Mars and elegoo resin.
And these are your all your awesome figures and statues right? Sorry just wanna be doubly sure
@@papoteekow685 I didn’t model them I printed them. You get them on myminifactory.com. There’s a lot of Great Resin 3-D printers out there.
Oh no yea I know I just don’t want to get my first 3-D printer and it turns out to be a poor one
Which one?
Can that surprise intro scare just never happen ever again?
How can i remove the existing paint on my 3d model? The model is blue at the moment and i wanna repaint it into black
Never did that but you could just paint over it.
How long acrylic paint lasts on 3d printed models?
If you put a clear coat over it a very long time. But if you don’t dust will build up and it will fused to the paint and when you go to clean it most likely rune you’re paint job. That just my opinion.
@@CrazyWillTechShow I am making human miniature and selling them
I will keep it in a glass closed container
Costumers asking how long paint lasts
I don't have years of experience
I own a 3d printer just 6 months
@@CrazyWillTechShow can it last more than 6 years?
Awesome paint jobs !
Thanks man! Really appreciate that!
Dope!!!!!
Thanks man!
that smart parts pb gun in the background is minty
Lol yes I’m nasty impulse… very expensive… but I would say I got my use out of it.
Do i need a respirator while priming it or no?
Yes! Now if you’re outside, it’s recommended you don’t have to but I do.
@@CrazyWillTechShow thank you i will be doing this outside
Does it matter what material & color the original print is?
No it shouldn’t.
What brushes do you use?
Nothing special smallest cheapest. Lol
Thx
is the gray paint the "primer"?
Yes but I have switch to white the colors shows up better.
Commenting before I watch the video , hoping to use this on a figure that I ordered , it’s fine , but it has some gaps , some chipping. I don’t own a 3D printer and it’s my first time ever dealing with something like this so I’ll edit this with some questions hoping to be answered or some tips , basically it’s a among us figure with a detachable body , I’m hoping to paint it , and do the things we’re you coat it with a clear layer and it protects the stuff , but before all of that I’m hoping I can use a nail filer to sand it down?? I have no idea what I’m doing and I’m kinda scared to mess with it cause i don’t know what I’m doing.
Edit one: 2:20
Ok question , should I use a primer for my figure? It uses colored filament and I’m planning to paint shading and paint the visor as it’s blank. Also there’s the most gaps where the visor and the body connect but it’s secure for the most part , the ears are so rough and shedding I’m thinking of just sanding the texture completely cause it’s irritating
Another question , is painting by hand with just any paint good? I don’t mean like dollar store , but I mean does the brand matter , is there a brush I should use?
What kind of stuff should I be using to keep the paint from scraping off , kinda how I mentioned in the first question, I think it’s called varnish but I mean either the stuff you brush on or spray paint whatever , I don’t own any so either way I’d have to buy some so
I would practice on something else before going I had and painting your model. Is it resin or filament print?
Superman looks sweaty af. This is all very helpful, thank you!
Thanks not my best work but I was still learning. Glad I could help. Fun hobby to get into.
@@CrazyWillTechShow I'm painting my first 3d print today so I needed help with the basics and this really did help
So fun 🤩 if you have any questions shoot me a comment.
can you provide the link to buy that pigment?
This is the kit I bought Vallejo Basic USA Colors Paint Set, 17ml www.amazon.com/dp/B009162PWU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gAO4EbB45SYR3
@@CrazyWillTechShow oof, out of stock 😭
what kind of paint u use?
I show the pants I use in the video.