im using this wilton mold, just wanted to know if i should paint the fondant as soon as i take it out of the mold or should i let it dry first then paint? or do i stick it to the cake then paint? thanks

Depends on what you are trying to paint. I've painted on molds and then put them on the cake but the color will come off onto your fingers and may look smudged. I don't know how long it would have to sit before it was really dry. I've painted things that dried for days but still left color on my fingers. I like my fondant or gumpaste to be dry befor ei paint on it. I've painted on fresh before though. It all depends on what your are trying to make.