Painting issues

[Mike]

Went to paint some Vikings the other night and the next day the paint looked like an eddshell on the figure.  It is Tudor paint albeit a bit old, but the paint looks and felt good when applied, anyone with thoughts on why this happened.

[Terry43]

Was the purple wet when you applied the white?

If yes then I would guess that is the problem. If no, then I would guess the white paint was too thin. A vigorous shaking may help the white paint hold its shape.

Enjoy the Journey.   T43.   ⚡🏈♾️

[GreenBayGlenn]

Isn't there some kind of "coating" issue with the new figures right out of the package? Maybe an oily residue or something with that plastic? I remember someone stating that they should be treated in some way before painting (with acrylics, that is--enamel has no problems)? Perhaps a primer? 

[nefgm.org]

Molding process sometimes leaves oily residue. Wash in Dawn to remove oily residue and/or spray with primer. 

[GreenBayGlenn]

3 hours ago, nefgm.org said:

Molding process sometimes leaves oily residue. Wash in Dawn to remove oily residue and/or spray with primer. 

Thanks! I knew it was something like that. I just happen to have Dawn. It's my favorite. I've been washing those oil-soaked baby ducks for years, so now I can toss my EF dudes in there. Hope the ducklings don't swallow them! 🙂

[Greg Forney]

I've also used LA AWESOME and it has worked to help remove the Oily Residue prior to painting teams using Unpainted figures.