I paint hard baits, I use createx paint, with an Iwata air brush. Google Iwata and you will see all kinds of sites pop up that sell them. I think I paid 50 bucks for mine. You can spend as little or as much as you want. After I paint my hard baits I use an epoxy clear coat on them to keep them from chipping scratching etc... I will try and post a pic on here of some of the stuff I use.