are any pens/markers SD safe?

I've heard of people using Gundam markers (these are supposed to be garage kit safe) and thus probably safe for resin as well.

 

If you don't mind coating the affected bodypart, I highly reccommend watercolour pencils. ^^

 

I've used Micros and copic markers on my boys before. Both are artist's quality outlining pens that are acid-free and archival. I did coat heavily before putting it on, and after as well. It does take some time to dry, so be sure not to touch it because it will smudge easily. As of yet, they have not stained the resin, but the longest I had it on there was for about a month- acetone took it right off very easily. It could potentially stain still after a longer period of time, but there's no way of knowing until someone finds out. ^^;;

 

I remember seeing a little while ago someone had posted a translated version of a faceup tutorial done in (I believe) a Hobby Japan. Anyways, in the tutorial the artist used a gundam marker to paint on eyeliner.

So I was wondering if there was any reason not to do this? Is this the only type of marker or pen you could use? Are there things in ink that will stain or ruin a doll in any way?

 

I think I saw that as well. You should not use anything with oils of course and I think sharpies and similar things are not good for BJD resin. I do not know the ingredients of gundam markers. Do you know where to find them? If you know the ingredients you could read the ingredients of other markers to check if they are safe or not.

 

From what I understand, many people avoid markers because they will stain the doll's face. However, I'm not sure if that sort of marker might be different from others or not.

 

I have some gundam paint markers that I use on my model kits. Never used them on a doll though. Keep in mind these markers are meant for use on gundam model kits which are made from regular plastic and not resin. I am not sure what the paint inside them is actually made from. I have a feeling it's probably acrylic since acrylic seems popular for using with kits. Could also be enamel. But I can't say for sure. It could very well have components that are not good for resin. You can get them at HLJ.com or any place that sells gundam model kits.

 

In my opinion, I think brush is appropiate to use more than marker and easy to wash the color off I don't knowabout marker much but in detail to give on your doll's face I think small brush is better.

 

Gentaro Araki(is tt how you spell his name?) used the gundam marker.. he is the creator of the unoa dolls.. so i guess it's safe?

 

gundam markers = maybe
other markers + pens = no

Most markers will stain your doll, so I'd stay away from any other type. Gundam markers contain paint, I'm not sure what type, but they're definitely different from regular markers.
If you're unsure about them, I'd test them on the inside of the headcap first. Make sure you put MSC (Mr. Super Clear) or Testors Dullcoat on first.

 

I use the pink gundam pen to do finger nails, they work very nicely for it! However, the metalic gundam markers are enamel so don't use them. Only the base colours are safe.

 

Well I think I'm gonna try and check them out. There's a place near me that I saw selling them a while ago so I hope they have the color I want.
When I saw that tutorial I thought it was brilliant since I'm way more proficient with a pen than a paintbrush.

 

What about washable marker?

 

Noting wrong with using Enamel paint on a doll , The cons to using enamel is it has Some odor and dries slowly, especially in humid climates. But if you want a metalic look on your doll (for example I put gold lower lashes on my doll before...) then you surely could use enamel with no problem, when dry it cleans up easily too.

 

Using any marker on the surface of a resin doll can be a problem. Markers are separated into different types: pens for porous surfaces, pens for nonporous surfaces, oil/enamel base pens, etc.

Most resin models are primed with an acrylic-based paint. Acrylic-based paints are excellent for resin. Other types of paints, like some markers, can stain the resin surface, react with resin & discolor over time, smear off. The average black marker is a problem as it goes on (while wet) one color & dries to another shade. And then can change to another shade/color after storage, exposure to light. Check all art materials for light fastness.

A very fine brush for eyebrows, eyelashes, eyeliner is preferable to a marker. It is easier for a marker point to slip than a brush point. And you can get that lighter, hair-like quality to the brush stroke, whereas a marker makes one kind of line.

All art companies have a special site on their websites for specific questions of the chemical properties & use of their art products. Check out the ones about painting on resin models.

 

Whatever you end up buying, you might test it on some part of your doll that doesn't show much (inside headcap?) to be sure it will not stain his face.

 

i wouldn't try to not use any sort of..marker at all.

I do know they sell special pens at our art store.
It's a market/brush and it has a see trough ink holding part.
But you can fill it with paint or anything you want.

Most artist use these pens to put water in them and combine them with water coloring pencils.

I do realize the art store i go to has a big assortment.
(there are like 3 art collages surrounding the area...so yeah..)

 

Volks sells a water based marker for their faceups. I got it in the kit for the faceup class. It's great! You use it for eyebrows. You draw how you want the eyebrows with the marker, because if you mess up they just wash off with water. Then you go over them with the acrylic paint. Then, once the paint is dry and before you seal it, you gently wash off the marker, and voila! Perfect brows!

Here it is: http://store.volksusa.com/matlpa0064.html

 

I just received my black Gundam marker in the mail today. I had seen one used in a Unoa face-up tutorial for eye-liner and thought that it may come in handy so I jumped up and purchased one for myself. Now before I start going to work on any of my dolls with it I want to hear some opinions. Any one out there ever use these and if so how did it go for you?

Here's the link to the face-up tutorial I saw:

 

Hey, I'm curious as to whether or not it would be safe to use a pigment pen, such as the ever popular Sakura pens, on a BJD. I didn't see any other threads on this, but then again, I didn't look past page 5....

The pens don't say anything about containing acetone or oils but should I put down an extra layer of MSC first? Or are they just a big no no?

Thanks!

 

Never use any other type of marker. it will STAIN. Gundam markers are akoay, they are made of acrylic, excluding the metallic types.

 

Heya!

About the Gundam Markers, GOOD NEWS: YES YOU CAN USE THEM! XD (At least, theoretically. I haven't used it on dolls yet but since the water-based Gundam Markers are made from Acrylic, I think it's okay? )

However, please make sure that you get the Water-based Acrylic Gundam Markers, not the oil-based ones (because it will damage your doll).

Ah, sorry. I checked my old stash. @_@; Apparently, the blue-black and black housing only applies to the panel line marker. Haha... (Sorry... TT-TT) But just look at the text and/or ask the sales clerk whether the Gundam markers you want to buy are oil or water-based.

 

I've looked in the stickies as ordered for help and they've been lovely, BUT (the big but that occurs some times) they've almost always dealt with face ups as using some sort of paint and a chalk/pastel of some sort. The main sticky mentioned "markers" but had nothing as to a link much to my disappointment. I have used things such as the ones mentioned and frankly for fine detail my trusty art thing by my side has always been a pen not a brush.

So my question is this- is there some sort of pigmented pen, be it watercolor or some thing else such as Copic or LePlummeII (slightly water based inks but mentioned only as they are both very common to find), that is NOT permanent and won't eat threw a sealant because they're alcohol based? Basically if there is such a pen that can be used for face ups SAFELY what is, and where is it found becouse I do know that pens that are basically watercolors with a pen tip exist. I would just wish to know their results.

 

....please don't attempt to use pens, markers, or ink on a doll. It will not "eat through the sealant" it will horribly stain the resin.

 

I know, I was interested in this too. But it's a bad, bad idea, like the staining o01101011 mentioned. I don't think such a pen exists. Besides, you'd be surprised at how easily you can use a very small brush to get those tiny lines, though. A 20/0 liner works wonders, trust me.

 

I thought there were Gundam markers that could be used, they were used in a Faceup tutorial? I've never used anything like it, but I know I saw that Tutorial.

 

Pens are not such a good idea in my perspective. Stick to acrylics and non oil based pastels.

 

There is a single Gundam marker which can be used, and it only comes in black. Sorry. Thems the breaks.

 

oh .. so at the end does Gundam Markers work or not ? Did anyone Really tried it ? you can always try it at the inner surface of the head cap ?

 

There is only ONE Gundam Marker that is safe. It only comes in black. You can buy it at the Volks store under the name of "Makes Pen"