Putting together my first kit, and all similar beginner tip/trick Reddit threads are dead to me ๐ค So I'd love to get one going here! Any tips/tricks you have to help out??
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A fine-line sharpie is a great beginner's tool for panel lining! It's a very basic trick to really make a kit pop and a great starting point for going beyond a straight build. They have dedicated paints and markers for this but a fine-line sharpie works. Go over the details engraved into the parts with it, and wipe away excess with some rubbing alcohol on a towel.
Good luck!
Video I recommend : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOmZbU1i90E
Example of panel lining comparison :
Oh wow this is such a great example! That looks so good! Thank you for the tip ๐