I finally completed my first custom Munny. (Tribute to Tilt) Hooray! OK, so there are a bunch of problems, it’s not perfect, but overall it came out pretty nice. I’ve got to give myself a little credit. I’m new at toy customization, and I’ve never used an airbrush before today. Sure, I made a lot of mistakes, but I’m looking to find out the error of my ways. Few things I’ve learned already…

• Give light coats (thin mist) and let each coat them dry thoroughly between applications.
• Do not overcoat.
• Do not come too close to the object you are painting.
• Apply in a well lit and well ventilated area.
• Be patient.

The main problem I have is that, the coating feels too soft. It can be dented with your fingernail pretty easily. Though, it is not sticky at all.

I used the following products:

Priming
Krylon – Indoor/Outdoor All-Purpose-White Primer

Airbrushing
Createx Colors – Airbrush Paint

Clear Coat
Krylon – Satin Finish

I got the airbrush and compressor (not shown) on eBay for a sweet price.

Airbrushing came easier than I thought (thought I still need a lot of practice). After 2-3 coats.

The original color, Pearlized Magenta, looked brilliant.

Mmm, candy coating…

Not too shabby in this shot.

Artist signature – too bad I only have fat tip Sharpie Paint Pens.

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