re. b+g needles.
i've tried a lot of combinations over the years. ive experimented with different machines and pigments too. when it comes to the needles. i think as long as the machine is not chattering too hard, b+g is easy enough to put in smooth, well most of the time! on tougher skin (outside arm i seem to be able to thrash it in there at a higher rate than say a rib or armpit where smooth and gentle has often been the order of the day..
you could try single row 7s,9s,11s. i find these produce really soft gradients. but as i am lazy i often use double row mags or rakes. if its a really large area of grey, a monster will do the job. try building up with 000 bug pins or similar fine points, the smaller holes help a smooth blend but are sod all use for colour. i would think textured pins could create more ragged b+g but thats just theory.
anyone else thoughts?
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