4 EASY Chipping Tricks For Beginners 

Which trick did you find the most useful?

Maretu has a such an interesting playlist.

wow MARETU i didn't know you were into these stuffs, very cool.

"That's still not horrible enough"... Exactly my approach to weathering.

I dont even do this. Yet I'm so fascinated and couldnt stop watching and admiring

0:11 "badly painted chipping" b-but that looks good.

I remember the day I discovered weathering. Change my whole perspective on model building.

Can we all take a moment to appreciate the section intros? Like 'Basic Stuff #1: Decide when to apply chipping'. The transition, voice modulation, everything. So clever in so many ways.

When did maretu add this to the fav playlist

I just discovered this channel. Really clear explanation, good audio quality, engaging tone of the voice and beautiful content! Amazing!!!

"Badly painted chipping can ruin your model and take precious months off of the one, single existence you have been granted here on Earth." [shows model that looks better than any of my work] :(

Martin, I noticed how well you demonstrated the chipping effects during the eleven minute segment. Even when using a "bad" technique and inferior brushes, you managed to produce a highly respectable finished piece. I guess your talent transcends your tools. Excellent job. Thanks.

Congrats Night Shift, you’ve been blessed by the almighty RU-vid’s recommendation algorithm.

I may be one of the worst model makers in existence, and yet I can find this more interesting than action movies because it’s engaging

I am working on my first armor model after building race cars for the last 40 years, and I just watched this video for the 5th time. You have taught me more about how to make a tank look like I want it to in 20 minutes than anything else I have learned about it in decades. Now I’ll have a go on the Tamiya Panther G chipping with confidence, great video.

9:46 "I Know... Don't Judge Me." LOVE IT!

I think at the end of the day it's the final result, and the happiness of the modeller with their final creation, that matters most - in saying that I have learned a few things from you here Nightshift, which just goes to show even after over 40 years of modelling (including several bouts as a professional modeller) there is always room for learning new techniques, and nobody knows it all...many thanks for the entertaining videos Sir!

Thank you Maretu very cool

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This is definitely one of the most informative and entertaining weathering videos I’ve seen this week, and I only got my first RC tank a week ago :) Thanks for the help

Life changing. I wish I could show everyone this so nobody on the gunpla subreddit has to ask if their weathering is good. This is THE video to watch

"let's assume you're not very patient or your hands are very shaky" me: *breaks down crying

Maretu what’s this playlist?

Just used your technique for rust and weathering on my 'Tamiya 1/35 Chieftan Mk5' video...Brilliant technique and really effective...Thanks for all your tutorial vids..they are so helpful to new modellers like me...Big thank you!

Very interesting. I'm not part of the model community, but I love learning new things.

Honestly the “that’s not horrible enough “ part is something I like, I like the look of that much “sponged on” paint to make chipping and such which is what I’ll probably use from now on since I never do chipping for my kits

Congrats 🎉🎉 you’re a good person because MARETU made a playlist with u in it

This is the best video on the planet wow amazing job m8 wow you are helping the hobby so much. You are a true legend brother

Well I have 0 knowledge or desire to do modeling not EVEN SURE how I got to this side of RU-vid, BUT for sure the topic is absolutely fascinating.

My favorite detailing brush BY FAR is "The Psycho" ... such great control and precision..

I didn’t even know what chipping was, but I am here. Thanks for the recommendation RU-vid!

I'm applying these techniches on my model and i must to say it's getting better ! I'm liking ver much! It Works!! Thank you!!!

I'm not really into armour or 1/35 models, but by coincidence I just discovered this channel packed with great skill, some dry wit and comprehensive demonstration. Your population of subscribers just increased with one.

Oh damn! I have seen the build of your Combat Bulldozer in the modeling magazine "Super Model" and always thought it looked amazing. Never realized you had a RU-vid Channel! Thanks for the awesome video, there certainly are some things I can improve with my chips, like using a light color besides the dark steel with the sponge, or using a bit thinner paint on the brush chipping. You absolutely saved my Karl Gerät!

Only just came across this channel. Really enjoyed the video and explanation. Great focus on technique and showing all the detail. So often other modelling channels sort show / explain it but in the end you are still left wondering. Your video is great... funny too 😁. This will really help my chipping... T34-85 next to do... Thanks so much for posting... 👍👍👍

WOW! THIS was AMAZING! The Techniques were AWESOME and I LOVE Your sense of humor! Your English is Very Well Spoken. PLEASE do more of these Tutorials! I'm a 55 yr. old Modeler that has been at this for almost 50 yrs. and I STILL learn New and Awesome Techniques like this! One more I will add... I have used this to create realistic "Bare/Exposed Metal" effects by shipped paints. FIRST I apply several layers of "Stainless Steel Epoxy Spray Paint" as the "Raw Metal". Once dried, this gives an EXTREMELY Hard and Durable "Metal" Effect to apply the Main Color{s} over. Then I apply a "Chipping Agent" such as "Yellow Mustard" condiment, or Liquid Latex or Rubber Cement in the "Chipped" Areas. Once the main paint is applied rub off the Chipping Agent and you will have a realistic "Exposed Metal" look. I did this on my Darth Vader Chest and Belt Boxes and some other parts of my Screen Accurate "Darth Vader RotJ" Costume. Next, I am currently working on my Han Solo "DL-44" Blaster Prop, using a REAL Metal C96 German "Mauser" from DENIX for the main gun, with an after market Conversion kit. I have taken apart the Mauser and Stripped the Paint from all of the parts. Once the Stripping is done, I will Start the conversion. When I am ready to Re-Paint it, I will Us a "Chipping Agent" before I apply the Satin Black paint. Once I have rubbed off the "Chipping Agent", I will do further weathering with some rusts, Oil and grim looks. I hope this adds to your arsenal of techniques to try? Be Well. Joe

That, sir, is the best chipping technique video on RU-vid.

This was amazing, very well explained - can’t wait to apply this to my next model. Thank you so much.

Im a fan of those bass transitions!

Down Right INSPERATIONAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I will certainly watch this more than once, in fact many times !!!!!!!!!

The best class I have seen of effects, I am one of those modelers who are just starting out and want to see the whole model worn out. To put into practice everything seen 🤗🙌🎨

How thick do you have to be to dislike this video!? It's fricking awesome

Thanks brother! Not a lot of vids out there showing someone how to do this like a pro. Big upps! You rock!

Brilliant...Very informative...great work!

I love how you do one panel the expert way, and the other panel the beginner way but still able to make it look cool

Instant hit ! Excellent information and great techniques explained clearly with just the right amount of humour - Subscribed

When I'll grow up, I wanna do weathering like you

Love the voice, the jokes, the Tutorials are great structured and in general just a joy to watch. Always learning something new and happy to paint again. Makes Hobbytime and an important part of my life much better. Thanks!!

Ooo. I got a big project I'm starting up and this video is going to really help me with it. Thanks for posting!

Been building models for many years, and I have always tried to avoid chipping. Just using washes and dry brushing. Though I've been pretty much happy with my builds, I have always felt they were missing something. After watching this video I plan on giving it a try on my next build (Most likely a WW2 Tank Destroyer). Thank you, nicely done detailed video. Subscribed.

Lovely stuff. I started doing rust zones years ago after seeing Wilder do it. It's such a good technique.

Placing 3rd order for my minis this week, discovered very good store with almost everything I need, I see chipping bottles and I wonder the heck that is. Coming here and grabbing my jaw out of the floor. This. Is. INCREDBILE! Can't wait to try this, thank you!

What I like is how to fix your mistake. Great Video!!

Well, it looks like RU-vid has finally recommended a channel I might enjoy. Great quality video and sound. And a bit of humor is always welcome. Naturally... subscribed... and ding, ding, too.

Just put your model in front of a turbine, and blow lots of sand at it at high speeds. Instant results.

I love your voice and delivery.

This is THE best tutorial on chipping I've ever seen. Also the camera work and audio was superb.

I'm just learning how this stuff is done and it's amazing. I used to think that the sponge will do the job (yep, I have shaky hands) and have never tried a precise fine brush, but seeing how it affects the overall look of the model, I realize that mastering it is a must now =) Thank you for the explanation and motivation to improve =)

Just recently found your vids. Love your techniques and am learning a lot. Thanks for sharing Martin

By far the best modeling channel ive seen yet! Keep up the good work!

Great tutorial. Can't wait to apply this technique in my gunpla

I came from Maretu's playlist

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I’m about to try chipping for the first time, and this is by far the best tutorial I’ve seen. Thank you for sharing. I now feel confident I can do a decent job.

I'm painting models for about 10 years now. I usually browse through painting channels to laugh at the results. Your channel will be the first that I will subscribe to because you deserve it. I'm blown away. Mach weiter so.

Another excellent video! Best way to spend my lunch break :D

5:32 Yeah lol You have a like and a new sub 😂 I like the random comments during the video as jokes and thing. And the way you explain. Of course! Nice vid and tips. Thanks!

I love how you go back in and blend the work together, very nice result

This was super useful, thank you. I'm working on a Rodimus Prime diorama, and I wanted to make it so he was his Blue alt from Lpst Light, but the blues and purples were chipping off to reveal his original paintjob underneath, and this is just what I need.

97% People who actually use the information 3% why tf is this in Maretu's playlist

This video is the first I've seen of yours and it earned you my sub ;-).

I came across your channel and have become addicted to your work. I am a model railroader and some of my equipment will really benefit from weathering and chipping. Also, your foam carving is just eye opening. Nicely done!

I keep coming back to this tutorial...cos it is so good...

Oh, great, I was just feeling okay about my miniatures and now all I see is an equivalence to fingerpainting. Thanks. Seriously though, they are great techniques that I will attempt to use on my tanks.

Perfect tutorial, even I'm not a beginner anymore! Gonna try it on my Jagdtiger grrr grr

I used to be afraid of using oil paints over Acrylics, but your tips helped me to get over this concern. I can't wait to try some of these techniques on my next, heavily weathered model.

You have single handedly inspired me to take my details to the next level I went from just painting a coat over a model and being done but the other night I started a new m48a2 Patton tank model and one of the miniatures had a flamethrower that was pretty small and you inspired me to do weathering and I had a rust and weathering kit of paints and I did some light rusting on the pack and it was only a little rust but I was so proud of myself cause it actually looks good

That's very maretu of you

OMG loved this i am getting back into modelling after long time im old school an your FXs are huge transformations i did cars made them look like mini versions motor detail was skimpy at best now? OMG aftrr market motor wiring kits? interiors? so excited !! have several tanks never worked on WILL NOW !! thank you so much

Hi Night Shift! I found your whole video useful! I am anxious about creating a good result in the first model I made with patience and maturity (a T-62A soviet tank) but your calm voice and thorough explanation of the techniques kept me relaxed and optimistic! Thank you very much for sharing your skills with us, keep up the good work!!!

Outstanding video! It makes me feel so incompetent at painting lol

MARETU WHAT THE---

Wow.... amazing results. When i see that i just want to stop as i wont never reach such a level!!!!

The video is very useful because of the small additional suggestions here and there and because of also showing what happens when mistakes are done

This is an excellent tutorial. It's still problematic for the relative beginner like me to translate the lessons to the model - but overall it explains the method as best as it can possibly be shown. I have been making model armor since the 1970's and I'm still just beginning to learn the techniques.

The thumbnail for this video is the thing that inspired me to start making plastic models.

Dude! Thank you so much for sharing your techniques with us! I was practicing this earlier tonight & I was immediately satisfied with the results.

I'm building a jagdtiger model, do you have any recommendations on what would make it look its best?

I just paint everything silver then just look at parts I accidentally missed while painting and slightly fix it, also known as I got lucky

Getting ready to learn this for the first time (I'll be practicing on a soup can) - this is one of the very best tutorials on the topic that I've found. Great camera work, terrific examples, very good explanations about why things are done (as opposed to many videos that are just "watch me" - I'm not knocking those, but they aren't always useful for beginners). And, good sense of humor. That alone is difficult in one's second language. Thanks so much for this! Definitely saved.

As someone who is getting ready to weather and chip my first model this was VERY helpful. Thanks!

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INSIGHTFUL, EDUCATIONAL, ENTERTAINING, HUMOROUS AND DYNAMIC... and not to mention enjoyable. Ive only watched a half dozen of your videos (all of which was tonight) and having not made a model in over 25 years your truly an exceptional talent not only as a artist but as an educator. Now I don’t won’t to sound like some kind of fan boy, but as a 50 y/o hairstylist/business owner who’s trained main apprentices, i feel like I have some knowledge when it comes to education and creativity.... continue the great work... very impressive.

I’ll tell you now I subscribed in the first minute. This is great. I’ve been modeling for over 35 years and your the first with both techniques and humour. Congrats.

Maretu?

Is anyone else here from MARETU’s playlist?

I have ssen a couple of your videos and your attention for detail is just amazing. I dont even do modell builds and painting but you have made a subscriber just because. Amazing to look at

OMG. just watching this to the half way point my ability to make good models has levelled up. must watch more! I am so going to be telling the guys at the 16mm model train club about this video.

why is this in maretus playlist