Are there any clear yoyos that are good for painting other than the FHZ?
What kind of paint would I use?
How would I get a drip pattern like this: How did I do? - Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance - YoYoExpert
How would I get a splash design?
Any other tips for me?
Actually, what paint would you use for metal?? And are brushes okay?
But back to your question. I’m think the “drip” was done by putting paint at the base of the yoyo (around the hub) and then spinning it on a drill to get it to spiral out like that. Splash, I think… put paint on brush, hurl paint at yoyo. Fairly simple, though a bit Neanderthal. And use… starts with an A… ACRYLIC!
I think any paint would work, but using brushes will cause uneven surfaces which will cause vibe. But Your right about splash but they use stuff like rubber cement and its a sealant so you can anodize in 2 colors without removing the fist. Drip is caking on the cement and letting it run. The drill thing might work but idk.
The best technique would be Brett’s with airbrushes and light coats.
Not true. I use a brush on all my throws and have never had a vibe problem. Using a brush is exactly the same situation as using a spray can. Take your time, do it in layers, and it will come out even.
Well, I wouldn’t recommend painting the outside w/ a brush unless its detailed work but I paint the inside of all my throws (except the color shifting ones) w/ a brush and have yet to get vibe.
The paint I use varies. I use anything from acrylic, to model paint, and even nail polish. The brush all depends on what I’m doing. If I’m just doing a solid color I’ll use a flat brush but if I’m doing detailed work I’ll use a thin brush. As far as a tut, I don’t have a video camera so you are out of luck on that one. ;D
I wouldn’t paint the exterior of a DMv2. To be honest I wouldn’t paint the exterior of any yoyo (unless its metal). If anything I would dye it. If you are looking to paint a yoyo get one that is clear and paint the inside.