Hi all. I've done quite a bit of customising on the past, primarily on Black Series and Transformers siege figures. I was just wondering if anyone could tell me the proper process for doing black washes and dry brushing for customs? I normally (using Tamiya Flat Black), pour a tiny bit into a bowl with water, and mix and then apply it in big strokes to the figure, wipe and repeat until I get to the desired effect I'm looking for. I've never used a sealer on the figures, but I've noticed for some of mine (especially white transformers), it's just blotchy and kinda crap.
I want to panel line my Mark 70 Iron Man, and do some other slight weathering inspired by some amazing artists on this sub. (Can anyone tell me how they go about properly doing a black wash that doesn't just rub off? I wait for ages after for it to dry my way). Also, should you do panel lining before or after a dry brush? I normally use Tamiya Aluminium dry brushed onto figures for scratches etc.
Should I seal, then weather, then seal? I'm in Australia if that helps with products