Selection of Vallejo True Metallic Metal Paints
Light colors - Colors designed to brighten the Base tones. These are lighter, more luminous versions of the 20 Base colors and can be blended in different ratios to achieve intermediate highlights. Their fine finish allows for seamless transitions and smooth color gradients.
Base colors: Featuring a new formulation with metallic effect pigments, these colors deliver a striking finish with a scale-appropriate shine. Their high coverage makes them ideal for basecoating, with a smooth, even finish and excellent self-leveling properties. Colors can be mixed together to create new tones.
Shade colors: Designed for shading the Base colors. With a satin finish, that preserves the shine of the underlying Base layer, the washes are a darker, non-metallic version of the 20 Base tones. Their rich pigmentation and controlled flow enable subtle shading in mid-tones and strong definition in recessed areas. They can be diluted with water to create gradient effects in the shadows and the colors are fully mixable.
Airbrush colors: Base colors specifically formulated for airbrush application. These colors are chromatically matched to the Base colors. They offer a homogeneous finish and excellent color intensity. The are ready to use straight from the bottle, though they can be thinned with Airbrush Thinner for more subtle effects. Excessive thinning may lead to uneven finishes.
