this post was submitted on 01 Aug 2023
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[–] the_itsb@midwest.social 12 points 1 year ago (1 children)

This is a really impressive paint job. I zoomed in to look for evidence of pitting on the metal because the shading and distribution of the "rust" is so convincing. I love it!

[–] ChamrsDeluxe@lemmy.world 8 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Weathering is amazing when done right. Take this helmet I painted for example.

[–] spider@lemmy.nz 4 points 1 year ago

You will see lots of that in model railroading too.

[–] the_itsb@midwest.social 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

That's beautiful work!! I love that you used paint with texture, it really sells the aged look. Great job!

[–] ChamrsDeluxe@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

Thank you. I wanted it to look worn, but didnt want to actually damage it.

[–] Semi-Hemi-Demigod@kbin.social 11 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] TIEPilot@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago

What comes around is all around Lahey!

[–] XIX@lemmy.world 8 points 1 year ago

Going for a post-apoc/Mad Max vibe I take it.

[–] sanpedropeddler@sh.itjust.works 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

It kinda reminds me of the highwayman from fallout 2

[–] kitering@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

I think that was based on the Chevy Bel Air.

[–] Streetdog@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

Pretty sure that Driver game had a car similar to this.

[–] CheeseChief@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

Love the Rat Rod type styling.

[–] TIEPilot@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

Virginia! I got one of those black plates on my classic :)