For years, the original FAQ by Mig Jimenez was the defining book for weathering techniques. It taught a generation of modelers how to use washes, pigments, and filters. However, as the hobby evolved, some of those techniques began to look a bit heavy-handed by modern standards.

The "FAQ 2" label applies to several distinct, subject-specific manuals: :

When to use which for specific effects like "chipping" or "rain marks." Airbrushing vs. Hand-painting: