Weathered Realistic build template

A grounded realistic finish with paint chipping, washes, grime, dry pigments, and battle-worn storytelling. This public template shows the milestone structure and starter material categories before you create a customizable workspace.

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Milestone timeline

1
Gather weathering and vehicle references
planning
2
Complete painted base finish
painting
3
Apply decals and seal with gloss coat
decals
4
Add panel line and enamel washes
weathering
5
Paint chips and exposed metal edges
weathering
6
Add streaking grime and oil marks
weathering
7
Apply dust, soot, and pigments
weathering
8
Seal finish and photograph closeups
Finishing

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Used by makers from r/cosplay, The RPF, Cosplay.com, r/Gunpla, and r/minipainting

Templates

Weathered Realistic build template

Use this template See the workspace

Milestone timeline

1
Gather weathering and vehicle references
planning
2
Complete painted base finish
painting
3
Apply decals and seal with gloss coat
decals
4
Add panel line and enamel washes
weathering
5
Paint chips and exposed metal edges
weathering
6
Add streaking grime and oil marks
weathering
7
Apply dust, soot, and pigments
weathering
8
Seal finish and photograph closeups
Finishing

Pick a template and go