Deity wigs and painting marble Deities

topic posted Sat, October 3, 2009 - 10:59 AM by  offlineDave Burdett
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Haribol Souls

I have some 12" Gaur Nitai made in marble, for some strange reason when they arrived they only seem to be polished / glazed on the front . Also the painting of Their undergarments is not complete on the back. I would like to know the following please:-

1)Is model enamel paint good to paint marble Deities?
2)Would clear gloss model paint help shine the backs?
3)Where can i get nice hair for my Deities please?

Thanks
Haribol

Dave
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  • Re: Deity wigs and painting marble Deities

    Mon, October 5, 2009 - 4:26 AM
    hare krishna

    where did you purchase your deities from?
    Deities usually come painted fully. When I contacted a supplier about the gloss I was told clear varnish would do the the trick. If your deities are going to be dressed you may not have to paint their backs. I always feel it risky to paint deities after purchasing. In most instances an airbush is used to paint deities which gives a perfect blend. But thats just my opinion. You may be an acomplished artist, if you are confident about painting them then do it. I generally use enamel oil paints to refurbish deities. Beware of the varnishes you purchase though, some have a yellow wooden finish. Clear lacquer spray paint should help.

    For wigs you could try looking for non human, synthetic wigs/extensions and tailor them.

    best of luck

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