tylertt Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 Hello Brothers, I have completely finished my Tyranid army, and am looking to start up my Ultramarines! I got a few questions however though. I am also not a expert painter, but I wouldn't say i'm bad either. just kind of learning the ropes for Astartes painting :). Anyways, my main question is what color should I prime my Ultras?I only really have access to GW spray paints at my local store, or Krylon spray cans at Walmart (For those of you in North America who may know this brand.) The video I have watched to help me learn how paint Ultramarines can be seen below. He uses a grey primer, which I could only get with the Krylon spray paints, but I am not too keen on using that brand. So the big question is, should I use black or white? Or should I just go for the Krylon brand and do grey?? The next one is if I should follow the steps listed in this video? Could anyone else reccomend me to some guides or tips I can use to start up my very first Marines?Thanks everyone!!! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290807-what-color-to-prime-ultramarines/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.k.i.t.t.l.e Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 Depends how dark or light you want your final look too be. You could also prime black, then zenithal highlight with white to make the highlighting and shading easier. :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290807-what-color-to-prime-ultramarines/#findComment-3679446 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naminé Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 I follow the 'How to Paint Space Marines' method which means I prime them black, then build up in layers. I'm very fond of the end result personally :p Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290807-what-color-to-prime-ultramarines/#findComment-3679500 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tylertt Posted May 8, 2014 Author Share Posted May 8, 2014 I think I will try black, and then basecoat them with Macragge blue. I like the darker armor look as compared to the brighter styles.Would something along this particular color be achived by priming black?: http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/352/6/a/ultramarines_recon_squad_by_jstncloud-d6yfkd1.jpg http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j232/ultramarines/Ultramarines/UM_4th_2nd_Marine.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290807-what-color-to-prime-ultramarines/#findComment-3679531 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naminé Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 I would personally say that yes, you could recreate those with black primer. My DIY chapter's main colour is white, and I still prime black, so it's possible to start with any ( but for ultramarines I would personally advise black) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290807-what-color-to-prime-ultramarines/#findComment-3680009 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaius Atticus Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 I assume as you already have your nids that you will be doing 3rd Company? For the darker colour I would prime black, base coat in Macragge, highlight in Calgar. For the Company trim Khorne red highlighted in Evil Sunz. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290807-what-color-to-prime-ultramarines/#findComment-3680170 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tylertt Posted May 8, 2014 Author Share Posted May 8, 2014 That is actually a really good idea man. I didn't even think to match them against my Nids :P. I am planning on doing a bit of 2nd company as I recently read Damnos and enjoyed the characters in the book.Appreciate the advice and feedback guys. Will definitely share my Ultras once I get started. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290807-what-color-to-prime-ultramarines/#findComment-3680276 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NovemberIX Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 Since you're in NA, I can also recommend Dupli-Color sandable primer, it can usually be purchased at your local autoparts chain if you don't wanna spend the large amounts of money for GW primer or use the Krylon. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290807-what-color-to-prime-ultramarines/#findComment-3680315 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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