The Army Painter Quickshade Soft Tone - The Army Painter
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The Army Painter Quickshade Soft Tone is designed for miniature painters seeking a lighter, subtle shading effect, particularly on lighter color schemes like flesh tones, pinks, yellows, and whites. Its key benefit is achieving a quick and easy shading for armies without a dark or harsh finish. A significant caveat is its availability, being restricted to the UK due to shipping regulations for liquids.
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| Model Part Number | APQS1001 |
|---|---|
| Brand | The Army Painter |
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FAQs
What is Quickshade Soft Tone best used for?
Quickshade Soft Tone is ideal for achieving a lighter, subtle shading effect on miniatures, especially when painting light colors like flesh tones, white, yellow, and pink.
Can I use this on dark colored miniatures?
While it can be used, the effect will be much less pronounced on dark colors. It is specifically formulated for lighter base coats to provide a noticeable yet gentle shading.
How do I apply Quickshade Soft Tone?
You can apply it using a brush for more controlled shading or by dipping your base-coated miniature into the liquid and then shaking off the excess.
Is this product safe to use?
Yes, the product is non-toxic, making it safe for adults to use.
Can I paint my army quickly with this product?
Absolutely. The Quickshade system is designed to drastically speed up the process of painting armies by applying a shading effect quickly and easily.
Is this product available outside the UK?
No, due to shipping restrictions on liquids, this product is currently only available for purchase within the UK.
What size miniatures is this product intended for?
It is specifically designed and engineered to work effectively with 10-28mm miniatures.
What colors are available in the Quickshade range?
The Army Painter offers three Quickshade tones: Soft Tone (lightest), Strong Tone (medium), and Dark Tone (darkest). This guide focuses on the Soft Tone.
Troubleshooting
Uneven shading after dipping
Ensure the miniature is fully coated and excess liquid is allowed to drip off before drying. You may need to gently shake off excess liquid or use a brush to wick away pooling in unwanted areas. For very fine details, brush application might be preferred.
Product feels too thick or dry
If the liquid appears to have thickened, try adding a very small amount of water or a suitable acrylic medium to loosen it. Ensure the lid was sealed properly between uses.
Color looks too dark on certain areas
This might happen on very dark base coats. For lighter results, use a brush to apply the Quickshade only to the recesses or areas you want shaded, rather than dipping. You can also carefully highlight the raised areas after drying with the original base color.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Achieves a natural, light shading effect quickly.
- Simplifies the process of shading large armies.
- Suitable for a variety of lighter colors and tones.
- User-friendly for both beginners and experienced painters.
- Non-toxic formulation for safe handling.
Cons
- Limited availability (UK only) due to shipping restrictions.
- May not provide the deep, dark shading some painters prefer.
- Requires base coating before application.
- Effectiveness may vary on very dark base colors.
Setup, Compatibility & Care Instructions
Setup:
- Ensure your miniatures are fully base coated in your desired colors.
- For brush application, have a suitable brush ready (e.g., a medium-sized brush).
- For dipping, ensure you have enough Quickshade Soft Tone to fully immerse the miniature.
Compatibility:
- This product is designed for use with acrylic paints and on models typically in the 10-28mm scale range.
- It works best on lighter colors such as white, yellow, pink, and light flesh tones.
- It is a liquid substance and non-toxic.
Care:
- Store the bottle in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Ensure the lid is tightly sealed after use to prevent drying out.
- Clean brushes immediately after use with water.