Painting Plastic Models Brushstrokes of Rebellion Ever stared at a plastic model and thought, “Why can't you be more than just plastic?” Turns out, a little paint can make these seemingly inanimate objects scream their souls out loud. But with so many hues and brands lining the shelves, picking the best model paint is like trying to pick the coolest seat in a musical chairs game. Spoiler alert: everyone’s definition of ‘coolest’ is as subjective as the weird art piece down at the gallery. Enter the world of acrylics. These little pots of rebellion are the darling of the plastic model scene. They dry faster than the ice cream you dropped on a summer sidewalk. The cool part? They yield this matte finish that’s like the anti-gloss – understated yet vividly expressive, the paint equivalent of your favorite indie band. And if you mess up? Just dunk the model in some rubbing alcohol and start fresh, because second chances are rare and well-deserved. But maybe you're feeling more traditional, like those people who still write with fountain pens. For that vintage whimsy, enamels await your call. They dry slower than a pause-for-dramatic-effect TikTok, but the gloss they leave behind? Think...