I held back there on purpose. I wanted some asymmetry, and to keep more of the yellow towards the front. Sometimes I have difficulty in knowing when to stop.muttley said:If I was you now I would maybe try and push the burst in a bit around the waist.
I'm not offended at all. I value your opinion, and appreciate your help. As with using the aniline's, I'm an absolute beginner at much of this. I can build cabinets, and do door and casework like a fucking Ninja, but making guitar's is a different skill set. I'm sure I could struggle on without critique, but I wouldn't learn as much.
I'll continue to experiment with the dye's. This is just my first go at this, but I'm not at all discouraged. I've got some good practical experience with it now, and I'm looking forward to the next time.
I held back there on purpose. I wanted some asymmetry, and to keep more of the yellow towards the front. Sometimes I have difficulty in knowing when to stop.
I really can't wait to do this again. I need to devote some time to practicing when I'm not trying to complete a project. My OCD is hard to reign-in at times. I'm happy with the way it is. I didn't try to do a uniform, perfectly symmetrical pattern.
I know what you mean about "looking like it was airbrushed". I'll get better at this, don't worry.
The last couple of times I've clearcoated has been with this DPC eCatalog It's easy to work with, super clear, and polishes quickly. I've never used it over natural wood, only solid colors. I bought some of the Behlen components for this. I picked it up from a local supplier, but it's the same that stewmac sells. I got a quart of each; vinyl nitro sealer, and stringed instrument lacquer. I also got a half pound of blonde shellac while there, so I have options. We'll see how the lacquer samples do...It looks great.. don't sweat it.. It's just our sawdust filled eyes....
What are you planning on clear coating with?
I'm using a spray gun, but I also bought a can of the aerosol sealer for spot stuff. The jury's still out, but it seems ok. The like sealer. It builds quick, and sands clean. So far , so good.Chili said:Did you use the aerosol cans or a spray system?
I'm using a spray gun
I've got a harbor freight spray gun. One of these>Gravity Feed Spray Gun - 20 Oz. HVLP You can't beat them for the price. The one I have is a few years old. I've painted a couple of cars, and M/C's, and a bunch of other stuff with it. I should pick up a new one while they're cheap.Oh good. would you mind sharing with me what you use and where? Like do you have a booth setup or do you do it out in the open?
I have a compressor and am thinking of buying a spray gun.