Bob - Minions
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About This Model
Bob is one of the featured Minions from Despicable Me. This entry focuses on the Bob variant from the original model set, with the support-free print profile highlighted for an easier character print.
Print Advice
Dial-In Guide
Suggested settings for a reliable print result.
- Layer Height
- 0.15mm (structural)
- Infill
- 15%
- Supports
- None (support-free model)
- Brim
- Enabled
From this collection, Bob is the only Minion variant that prints without supports and only needs a brim.
Painting Advice
Finishing Steps
Reusable painting guides selected for this model.
Surface Prep and Priming
Use these tips to get smoother coats and better paint adhesion.
- In case the print required brim or supports, remove any remaining artifacts.
- If you do sand your print, make sure you remove the dust before priming. It’s a good idea to wash it and let it dry.
- Then, apply thin coats of primer, until it covers the whole model. You should be working with a spray bottle, keeping a distance of about 15cm from the model. You’ll need to move the model around to apply the primer on all parts. Let it dry before applying a new coat.
- The color of the primer should be based on the colors you want to use for the model; use white (or another light color) if your color scheme is light, or use a darker gray color or similar for darker palettes. This way you’ll need less coats of paint.
Acrylic Basecoat and Seal
A reliable process for clean color coverage and durable finish.
- Use thin layers of acrylic paint and build color in multiple light passes to preserve detail.
- Start with darker colors, and build from there, leaving details for last.
- For more realism, add shading in recesses and highlights on edges.
- Let the model dry completely before handling, especially between major color zones.
- Finish with a clear coat: matte for display realism, satin for a mild sheen, gloss for vibrant, toy-like finishes.
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