Gav's STA-1

[gavinturner]

Well, an interesting day. I attempted my black burst with less than optimum results. It was interesting - the ash seemed to get to a stage where it had as much colour as it was going to take, and any more application of black dye wouldn't take like i needed it to. Anyway, looks like my rubbed-burst method needs some re-thinking - at least for ash.

The upshot was that the blue colour darkened a little with all my ministrations, and while I got some black(ish) colour on the end grain, the distinct black burst I was aiming for is still lacking. Overall I'm still happy with the look, so on went the first coats of acrylic lacquer. Here's how it looks after 3 coats (1 days spraying).



This is in direct sunlight. Indoors the body looks much darker. The photo is a little deceiving to tell you the truth. In reality the colour isn't nearly as vibrant. The grain is still highlighted nicely however, and I can't wait to see how the pladtics set the whole thing off.

cheers,
Gav.

[bargeloobs]

Well, an interesting day. I attempted my black burst with less than optimum results. It was interesting - the ash seemed to get to a stage where it had as much colour as it was going to take, and any more application of black dye wouldn't take like i needed it to. Anyway, looks like my rubbed-burst method needs some re-thinking - at least for ash.

The upshot was that the blue colour darkened a little with all my ministrations, and while I got some black(ish) colour on the end grain, the distinct black burst I was aiming for is still lacking. Overall I'm still happy with the look, so on went the first coats of acrylic lacquer. Here's how it looks after 3 coats (1 days spraying).



This is in direct sunlight. Indoors the body looks much darker. The photo is a little deceiving to tell you the truth. In reality the colour isn't nearly as vibrant. The grain is still highlighted nicely however, and I can't wait to see how the pladtics set the whole thing off.

cheers,
Gav.

I'd call that a happy accident Gav, too bad the burst didn't work out but that darker finish looks wicked. Get those shiny bits on there it's gonna look unreal mate.