Weathering powders?

[Ray Dunakin]

Those of you who use weathering powders, what brand do you prefer?

[Chuck Doan]

I have only used Bragdon since way back when they first came out.

[Hydrostat]

I have used pigments from a German artists supply ever since: http://kremer-pigmente.de/en
They have a branch in New York and a webshop: http://www.kremerpigments.com/
Have fun cruising their pigment range.

Cheers,
Volker

[marc_reusser]

Mig Productions
Bragdon
CMK
AGAMA
AK Interactive
Dr. Bens or Doc O'Briens...can't recall what brand it is...nothing on label.
Vallejo

Have some of each. Primarily I pick them for the colors, as each has colors that I like, but I also look at them in regards to the different attributes, and qualities, for different applications/techniques/locations.

I almost never use pigments straight from the jar....I tend to mix my pigments to get the colors/shades I need, and to create subtle variations.....so I find a selection helpful.


Marc

[lab-dad]

Bragdon.

FWIW: I was told by several modelers that the pigments are actually concrete dye/powder.
When I got the dye for my bricks I compared the two and to me, they are darn close.
I have seen where you can get a sample pack from some of the concrete dye manufacturers.

-Mj

[Barney]

BRAGDON  I have used them for years - very supple not like these new "yuppie" types which I feel are more like paint but that's my option and the delivery and service is superb the starter set lasts for ages
Barney

[Mr Potato Head]

Stony Creek Designs has Pan Pastels, their not his design but rather artist's Pastels that can be painted on and or used as pigments, I have never used them. but I have seen his Video, they look very versatile,....... Here's his link: http://www.stoneycreekdesigns.com/panpastels.html
You can also get them from art stores, and on eBay. I use Brandon's, because I saw him at a show and they are very nice.
MPH

[TRAINS1941]

Bragdon & lately I've been using Rembrandt Soft Pastels.
I do my siding with it washed in to the grain with Acetone.

Jerry

[Chuck Doan]

I also mix my powders. I bought a divided covered box to hold the custom mixes. God help my carpet if I ever drop it. I want to try the Pan pastels, but the kits are to pricey for a trial, and don't have just the colors I want.

[Steve Akers]

I have been using Bragdon, but just spent the $139 for a 27 color Dr. Ben's pigments, and another $48- for the weathering solutions.  I tried it on some clapboard siding
last night.  It 's gonna be a practice thing.  I believe if you keep it light and simple, but they worked great on a John Deere toy tractor.
website is http://www.debenllc.com/servlet/StoreFront   they are in Georgia.

[Mr Potato Head]

Chuck
Mr. weathering powder man!
You can buy pan pastels one each from any art dealer, like Dick Blick, no need to buy the farm, and the cow like Steve!
Steve-o you win the lottery? Man that's a lot of dough for weathering, but your set for life, cause a little goes a long way!
I'm with you Chuck!~ Every time I take out my box of Bragdon powders, I worry I'll sneeze and or drop the box! Houston we have a problem..................................Dough!
MPH

[Ray Dunakin]

How well do powders work on glossy painted surfaces?

[Steve Akers]

I am very happy "buying the farm" with Dr. Ben's. pigments work even on glossy surface.
Wet with alcohol for dry brushing. watch your carpeting, and it does well coloring bottoms of your socks.
mostly have fun-