anyone try to wetform after applying acrylics

[Boriqua]

I am making a holster that is destined to receive a heavy dose of acrylic paints from my airbrush. I had planned to paint after wet form but it sure would be easier to mask off areas while its flat. Has anyone ever tried to wetform after applying acrylics or is that just a stupid idea?

Alex

[Troy I]

I tried one time...not a good idea...I don't know if I didn't seal it well enough or did not let it dry long enough...but what a h#** of a mess...just through it in trash and never tried it again.

[TinkerTailor]

Provided the acrylics are flexible enough, you case from the back and don't over case, It should work. I have wet formed leather with a pretty heavy coat of resolene without flaking. If you can, go easy with the paint on the tighter bend areas. You may also want to test outside vs inside bends. The paint may crack one way and not the other...

[Boriqua]

Thanks fellas .. I didnt think it was a good idea but thought .... hey maybe someone has tried it. Thank you both for providing your experiences!