Date: Tue, 26 Jan 1999 09:28:13 -0500
From: "David A. Syrotiak" <nmt-AT-sover.net>
Subject: Re: PUPT: Airbrushing dyes?


Monica:

The only paint that I ever use for puppets, scenery, props, aging costumes
etc. is Rosco's Supersat paint.  It's recommended that you thin down the paint
from 3 parts water/one part paint to as much as 30 parts water/one part
paint.  I've thinned down the paint to spray shading accents on muslin sets,
and even thinner to use for some glazing work, and it works beautifully.  It
is water base and, when dry, will not run nor fade.  I have been using it for
over 12 years now - love the stuff.  It also keeps well - I have some colors
that were bought in 1994 and if a few drops of Lysol is added and the top put
on really well it will keep.  If you only have a fairly small area to do or
you're not sure if you want to invest in a lot of paint until you have
experimented with it I would suggest buying the 'starter kit' - it is made up
of a selection of different colors in 1/2 oz containers.  My first set was
painted with a starter kit and that's when I decided that I needed Supersat in
my professional life.

I must admit that I have not tried it on synthetic fur nor natural feathers
but, as mentioned above, I have used it on a variety of other fabrics.  I
suspect that it will work for your needs.  Call up Rosco and ask to speak with
engineering.  When you reach them explain your problem, what you want to use
it on and see what they have to say.  They are quite knowledgeable and very
helpful.

David (the elder)

"Monica J. Roxburgh" wrote:

> Hello!
>
> I am needing to airbrush a bird puppet I am building... I am looking for a
> dye that I can airbrush onto both synthetic (fake fur) and natural
> (feathers) materials, and is water-resistant when dry. I will not be able
> to rinse the puppet to remove excess dye, what's on it will need to stay
> there, (and not run or smear everywhere if the puppet gets water on it
> inadvertantly).
>
> The airbrush dyes I have seen at Dick Blick seem to be only for natural
> materials, and the silk paint they had suggested, while it appears like a
> dye when in the jar, actually dries all clumpy and solid like paint. :(
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> Thanks!
>         -Monica R.
>
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