KSM article archive
January 2025
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Romantic Charm to Building Legacy Model Kits
There’s a unique, almost romantic charm to building legacy model kits from the 1970s and earlier. These kits, often packaged in worn cardboard boxes with vivid, hand-painted artwork,…
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Mastering Airbrush Systems: Demystifying Compressor Pressure, Hose Flow, and the MAC Valve
Unleash Precision: A Deep Dive into Airbrush System Mechanics Airbrushing is both an art and a science, requiring mastery of the tools that bring creative visions to life.…
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How to Use Tamiya Paint Thinners for the Best Results
Professional Airbrushing Techniques Using Thinners The Benefits of Proprietary Paint Thinners/Reducers Why Use TAMIYA Thinners Like X-20A and Lacquer Thinner? You’ve probably seen YouTube videos of scale modellers…
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Achieving Perfect Airbrush Ratios: Mastering Thinner-to-Paint Mixing
Mastering Paint Thinning for Airbrushing: Acrylic and Lacquer Paints The Myth of “Milk Consistency” A common guideline for thinning paint is to aim for the “consistency of milk,”…
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Light Box Photography Vs. Professional Photography Lighting for Miniatures and Scale Models
A Detailed Comparative Exploration of Light Box Photography Versus Professional Photography Lighting In the expansive world of photography, lighting stands out as an essential element that dramatically influences…