As a matter of fact, I ended up going with some black gesso. I'll slather it on some of Danny's Malifaux figures tomorrow and see how they come out before I tackle Abbadon.
Thanks to everyone else for the input.
Originally Posted by IvarForkbeard
I have grown to LOVE gesso (primarily black).
It cheap, and works for my needs. Slap that **** on, let it dry, go to town.