How to airbrush n procedure coming up soon

[jcartwork]

Hi as promise I will show u guys some basic air brushing technique correct me if i'm wrong :).
1.remove all the uneven surface using sand paper . http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4032/4340800629_9929010546_m.jpg
2.apply surfacer to the artifact as a base coat .http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2757/4341503076_5d046063f5_m.jpg
3.apply flat black paint to the artifact as a prime base coat.http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4052/4341505782_47db5369c3_m.jpg
4.Use masking tap to rap up the unintended surface to b paint.http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2765/4340775499_97139d02cf_m.jpg
5.paint according to your preference.http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4044/4340782569_5212b02148_m.jpg
6.Done .http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4029/4340799397_9f5b5768e9_m.jpg
7.Finished product . http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4030/4340677095_9f0fbda6d0_m.jpg

REMEMBER FOLKS the most important is to get the real foundation correctly b4 u can apply the technique correctly . PRACTICE MAKE PERFECT ;)

[enclinedesigns]

oooohhhhhhh.......fun!!!! Will you be drinking? haha...

[jcartwork]

oooohhhhhhh.......fun!!!! Will you be drinking? haha...

ya man lol ,want to join me bro ;)

[metallichemist]

Thanks for the tutorial! Maybe you can add in the final step "sealing" the paint :D

[jcartwork]

cool thats the impt step i forgot ,May i ask what type of sealer u use .Can advice me on that/:p::confused:


Thanks for the tutorial! Maybe you can add in the final step "sealing" the paint :D

[metallichemist]

cool thats the impt step i forgot ,May i ask what type of sealer u use .Can advice me on that/:p::confused:

I tend to use mr hobby and tamiya clear coats :)

[jcartwork]

I tend to use mr hobby and tamiya clear coats :)

OIC , but will it melts your layer of paint if not apply correctly, I'm still very reserve in this.Can u show me the correct methods to work on this . So as also to contribute to this forum .:D

[metallichemist]

OIC , but will it melts your layer of paint if not apply correctly, I'm still very reserve in this.Can u show me the correct methods to work on this . So as also to contribute to this forum .:D

I never encountered melting. I prefer to use lacquer paints from mr color too so the clear coats from the same manufacturer goes well together :)

[karekature]

whoah...that was fast! hehehehe....:D

[IceWilly]

Ok i'm going to rattle off my plethora of simple questions about airbrushing:

1) Mixing paint: If the final solution is going into an airbrush...
- do you guys mix it in old paint jars?
- If so, do you use an eye dropper, or just pour in paint and get the right mix.
- I've read the consistency is supposed to be like milk, is there a good amount of leeway in this, how can I tell if its too thin or too thick?
- Rough estimate of %paint/%water in a mixture (maybe alcy instead of water on acryls)

2) Only slow passes side to side, or do you try to keep it moving but "hone" in on areas that may need more paint. I want to avoid getting buildup and overspray in areas.

3) Does the clear coat define the final shine of the product?
- IE if i use a Flat paint and finish with a gloss clear will it be glossy?
- what about a gloss paint finished with a matte clear?

4) how clean does the airbrush need to be after to preserve it? If i run some water/alcy/paint thinner through it will I be okay? Do i need to have the paint cup spotless?



I've started to play around and I've found that the water mixture I thought was critical may not be so much. Sure I bet some paints are really thick and need to be watered down more, but unless my airbrush clogs up is it not a problem?

Besides that, the mixing and loading/pouring steps were very messy. There was no way to pour a small amount without it running down the side of the jars/airbrush. Mixing was also messy, but I would imagine it should be much cleaner with an eyedropper



For the moment I will be using Soley tamiya paints and clears, with MAYBE some testors model master clear coats mixed in

[Hotwire]

I'm new to airbrushing, but my father used to paint cars so I know a few things about spraying.[ Here's the best I can tell you.

Ok i'm going to rattle off my plethora of simple questions about airbrushing:

1) Mixing paint: If the final solution is going into an airbrush...
- do you guys mix it in old paint jars?
- If so, do you use an eye dropper, or just pour in paint and get the right mix.
- I've read the consistency is supposed to be like milk, is there a good amount of leeway in this, how can I tell if its too thin or too thick?
- Rough estimate of %paint/%water in a mixture (maybe alcy instead of water on acryls)
As for mixing your paint and thinner. It depends on the type of paint you are using. For example, I use Tamiya acrylics. They can go straight to the airbrush without thinning. For enamels, read your directions. But mostly, you're goin to use the TAR method. TAR = That's About Right. YOu will get the feel for it after you try spraying a bit. JUst use some cardboard to get the hang of it.

2) Only slow passes side to side, or do you try to keep it moving but "hone" in on areas that may need more paint. I want to avoid getting buildup and overspray in areas.
Here's how this works. It's easier to practice with a spray can. Begin spraying just to one side of your subject. Move the spray across the subject and keep going. Stop spraying. Now just repeat those steps going the other way. DO NOT STOP MOVING THE CAN/AIRBRUSH!!! Especially over your subject. This will put an uneven coat on your subject. If you miss spots, just keep using the above technique to cover them. Don't hover the spray in one spot.

3) Does the clear coat define the final shine of the product?
- IE if i use a Flat paint and finish with a gloss clear will it be glossy?
- what about a gloss paint finished with a matte clear?
Pretty much.

4) how clean does the airbrush need to be after to preserve it? If i run some water/alcy/paint thinner through it will I be okay? Do i need to have the paint cup spotless?
Read your airbrush's directions on this one. Bottom line, the better you clean it, the longer it will last.

I've started to play around and I've found that the water mixture I thought was critical may not be so much. Sure I bet some paints are really thick and need to be watered down more, but unless my airbrush clogs up is it not a problem?

Besides that, the mixing and loading/pouring steps were very messy. There was no way to pour a small amount without it running down the side of the jars/airbrush. Mixing was also messy, but I would imagine it should be much cleaner with an eyedropper

For the moment I will be using solely Tamiya paints and clears, with MAYBE some Testors Model Master clear coats mixed in.

[jcartwork]

Ok i'm going to rattle off my plethora of simple questions about airbrushing:

1) Mixing paint: If the final solution is going into an airbrush...
- do you guys mix it in old paint jars?
- If so, do you use an eye dropper, or just pour in paint and get the right mix.
- I've read the consistency is supposed to be like milk, is there a good amount of leeway in this, how can I tell if its too thin or too thick?
- Rough estimate of %paint/%water in a mixture (maybe alcy instead of water on acryls)


2) Only slow passes side to side, or do you try to keep it moving but "hone" in on areas that may need more paint. I want to avoid getting buildup and overspray in areas.


3) Does the clear coat define the final shine of the product?
- IE if i use a Flat paint and finish with a gloss clear will it be glossy?
- what about a gloss paint finished with a matte clear?


4) how clean does the airbrush need to be after to preserve it? If i run some water/alcy/paint thinner through it will I be okay? Do i need to have the paint cup spotless?





I've started to play around and I've found that the water mixture I thought was critical may not be so much. Sure I bet some paints are really thick and need to be watered down more, but unless my airbrush clogs up is it not a problem?

Besides that, the mixing and loading/pouring steps were very messy. There was no way to pour a small amount without it running down the side of the jars/airbrush. Mixing was also messy, but I would imagine it should be much cleaner with an eyedropper



For the moment I will be using Soley tamiya paints and clears, with MAYBE some testors model master clear coats mixed in


1)ANS:Ratio potion will b 2:1 for lacquer paint 1:1 water base paint.(it depends, u can use even without mixing with thiner) 1:1 enamel(acrylic) paint
and it should b thin not thick n u should try it on surface make sure the paint spread evenly b4 u apply it on your artifact.

2)Ans:U need to control the air nosal b4 u emit to your surface needs a lot of practice on that ;)
Buy a double action air brush for control of air .U can play with it by practicing more .


3)Ans:Yes it does but it depends on the type of finish u apply refer to the brand n manual as same manufacturer work well to its own brand.

4)Ans:u need to rinse it with thinner after u finish your work .Remember to clean up your kit for your next application to prolong your kit set life span.

[groovycustoms]

What should your Compressor PSI be set to for optimal airbrushing?

[jcartwork]

What should your Compressor PSI be set to for optimal airbrushing?

Well it depends on which type of airbrush u use,for me I'm using sparkmax double action fine nossel ,which I adjust to 30 to 40 psi for optimal airbrushing.
U always need to find out how much n how fine the paint flows b4 u can apply to your intended surface as i said u need alot of practice n discovering of new skill .hope this solve your problem.;)