Airbrush Tutorial: Realistic Fire with Candy2o

[@qsartwrx]

I recently picked up my airbrush after a seven year break. It's videos like this that really help me tune in on current techniques and supplies.

[@wickedartstudio]

Awesome! Thank you for the kind words!

[@BloodSweatnBass]

Ive watched approx 1,000 flame airbrushing videos and this is by the the absolute top video for thorough explanation that actually makes artistic sense for e newbie.

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you! I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@evinnice3321]

Should learn who Mike Lavallee is lol has hour+ video going into this and is thee master of flames

[@robertomarroquin801]

Tank. For listening to the ones who are learning from you, I appreciate that very much and thank you for your channel

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you my friend!

[@richardgray8682]

Thanks Trevor... I'm 72 retired and wanted something to do..and thought about teaching myself by watching videos on airbrushing.. Been at it sence 2012...as I practice and try things I've gotten better..true fire is something that I want to be better at..THANK YOU !! For taking the time to making these videos.. my goal was to paint things on my bike and trailer and maybe for family and friend's I'm it it for the fun not the $$$ like some I was retiring buy a airbrush and make money 😁 thanks again

[@wickedartstudio]

I completely understand. Initially, I never intended to make a living with my airbrushes either. The opposite eventually turned out to be the case and looking back, I wouldn't change how it all happened and worked out. However, I haven't depended on airbrushing to pay the bills now for quite some time. It took me a while to realize it, but I enjoy painting a lot more again now that I'm not wrapped up in the commercial side of it. I still do some work for clients from time to time, but most of my time is spent teaching others these days. Thank you for watching!

[@rodstohogs]

It used to bug me how many artists would make how too videos of the same thing. However, you hsve changed my opinions 10 fold. The way you teach and explain as you go. Is a talent in its self. Iv painted flames for as long as the late master mike lavelle. So dont give out compliments much, but you sir make me feel like i can up my game with your masterful ability to explain art. I never had any formal art training, and am that body guy, wanna be artist/ turned artist mike used to tease about. The guy with the chicken car. LoL Anyways, other then being s great artist yourself. You are the best teacher i have ever witnessed and will certainly send all new airbrush artists to your videos for now on. Thank you very much for sharing both of your talents

[@wickedartstudio]

It's funny, I never intended to do a video dealing with realistic fire for the same reason you mentioned in your first sentence. Part of that was out of respect for Mike. Mike Lavallee was, and will forever be, the master of his technique. The down side is, Mike used a solvent based paint system. Painting realistic fire with water-based paint requires a little bit different approach and I was getting a lot of request to create this video. In the end, I obviously made the video. I too have no formal art training. I am 100 percent self taught through a lot of trial and error. My goal is to help others avoid some of those errors and improve their own artwork. Compliments like yours are reassuring that I must be doing something right! I greatly appreciate your kind words! Thank you for watching and thank you for taking the time to leave your comment!

[@scottthompson7637]

The best I've seen on real flames.

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you!

[@simoncarter679]

Thanks for taking this one on Trevor. There’s so many videos showing the Urethane paints to do fire and very few using water based. I really like your way of putting the videos together. The voice over with the images make it very easy to understand the stages and I really appreciate you taking the time to cover each step, so many videos leave out sections or assume the viewer knows it already. That often doesn’t help people like me who are watching to learn. Thanks for posting Sir.

[@wickedartstudio]

That's part of the reason I initially didn't plan to make this video... There are already so many KZbin videos available on the subject and many of the videos I found were done with water-based paint. Unfortunately, the viewer is just watching someone else paint in the vast majority of the videos I found. There was no instruction, steps are left out, or prior knowledge is assumed as you mentioned. Don't get me wrong, you can pick up a few things by watching those types of videos, but I wanted to offer a little bit more. It's worth the effort when I know someone has found it useful! I appreciate the kind words and thank you for continuing to watch my channel Simon!

[@stlpinstriping7772]

Very valuable information and great instruction. Thank you for taking the time to reinforce having patience with this technique. Love the flame styles.

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@jf6720]

Best tutorial on fire I have seen!

[@wickedartstudio]

Wow, thanks!

[@danielgagne485]

So far I think this is the best way to do true fire. Ive seen several vids and this is very different. Trying to learn so I can paint my tank. This make me feel more confident.

[@wickedartstudio]

I'm glad my video helped you! There are many methods to approach painting fire, none of which are necessarily right or wrong. This method works well for me, but I make changes frequently too. Sometimes I get an idea that may or may not result in a better end product. Sometimes things happen accidentally and the result winds up better. Don't be afraid to change the process up or try something different. Find what works for you!

[@PENFOLD1962]

The bottom left looks like fire flame's, some of the best I've ever seen. The sharp edges elsewhere in the piece gives the appearance of solid matter's such a different sheet steel or silken cloth! But you explain this perfectly in the video and recommends as much of freehand and the least of the template's is the way to go. Such a difficult subject to nail, I've tried flame's in so many mediums and it's as difficult in any one of them. A really good video thank you for sharing, to point out where I maybe going wrong... again.... and again.

[@wickedartstudio]

Hey Andrew! First, thank you for the kind words! Second, I agree painting fire is not easy. I have struggled with it (a lot), and I've watched other seasoned artists struggle with it as well. From a teaching perspective, this is one of the hardest techniques for most people to grasp. I don't know why that is, but you are not alone my friend!

[@nessviggo]

Excellent video! I’ve watched a lot of different tutorial, but this made the most sense and the result looked the best. Thanks 👍🏽

[@wickedartstudio]

I appreciate the kind words and I'm glad you got something out of it!

[@JhoeHunterSJ]

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[@wickedartstudio]

Terima kasih!

[@spyuggy]

Awesome fire, once I finish the eagle, I shall give this a go, Great tutorial. Thanks.

[@wickedartstudio]

Thanks Doug!

[@joshm8661]

Awesome info and im glad you decided to make this video. I'm going to try it your way. I done a few fire paintings but had a lot of color shifting going on. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us. Have a good one.

[@wickedartstudio]

Color shifting is part of what makes the effect work so well. You just have to understand how to control it. Thanks for the kind words!

[@Paul-815]

Great video. I just tried airbrushing for the first time today. You make it look easy

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you. To put things in perspective, I've been an airbrush artist for nearly 30 years now. I may make it look easy because of my level of experience. I had to try airbrushing for the very first time at one point too. We all have to start from the beginning. Keep practicing and you'll be making it look easy as well!

[@jeffreywarthen7298]

Great video. I found it very informative. I will try these techniques in the coming weeks and see how it works

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you! I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@billybubba600]

What a great vid! I have watched Mike L. and he's great using HOK to do this, but I have invested my hobby budget in Createx and to switch, it would be cost prohibitive for me. I'm like the guy you mentioned, I used to paint years ago, and recently picked it back up. I'm retired and on a strict budget. I think you are a great teacher, and love your videos. I've tried doing this following Mike L's. HOK method and it just doesn't work using Createx. So thanks a lot for this great video. Who says "you can't teach and OLD dog new tricks!" LOL

[@wickedartstudio]

I very much appreciate the kind words, thank you!

[@johnbisson8321]

the best video on youtube..

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you!

[@CBGRAPHICSAirbrushArt]

Great video. I’m gonna be doing some practice 🔥 tonight. You’ve convinced me to give water base paints another try. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍👍

[@wickedartstudio]

Thanks man! Like it not, water-based is the future of our industry. I chose to get ahead of the curve rather than try and catch up later.

[@CBGRAPHICSAirbrushArt]

Wicked Art Airbrush Studio I’m about to order a water base paint kit and wanted to know what kit would be the best and where do you order your paints from? I usually purchase everything from tcpglobal but they changed up there site and its no longer user friendly. I will be be painting mostly on helmets, motorcycles and aluminum panels. Also what was the name of that water base clear? Im looking to set up a little booth in a shopping center and I know I can’t spray urethane paints in that type of environment. Like you said. Like it or not it is the future. Thanks in advance.

[@wickedartstudio]

There are numerous Createx kits available. Each kit is s a little different. I don't generally purchase kits. I prefer to order what I need in order to replace existing stock which is usually only a few bottles. So, it's difficult to recommend one of the kits. I usually purchase all of my product from local paint distributors. If I need something my local vendors don't have,or can't get, I use coastairbrush.com I've done business with Coast for probably 20 years now. Their customer service is fantastic and their prices are very reasonable. Hobby Lobby normally carries a decent selection of the Createx, Illustration, Wicked and Candy2o 2 ounce bottles as well. If there's a Hobby Lobby in your area, that would be an easy way to pick up a small selection to play with. Just FYI, I've had better luck using the 4011 reducer rather than the more aggressive 4012 reducer. The clear I mentioned in a previous video is called Scenix and it's also a Createx product. It's designed more for industrial use from what I understand and is not necessarily recommended for automotive type work at this point. I'm testing it on some small stuff to see how it holds up, but knowing it exists means the technology isn't far away for automotive use either.

[@CBGRAPHICSAirbrushArt]

Wicked Art Airbrush Studio thanks My next project I paint will be in water base. I’m also working on my 🔥 👍

[@daviddillard5834]

Great video brother keep them coming their informative

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you David. I'm doing my best to get regular content uploaded.

[@vanza3912]

Wow this video helps me a lot Thank you so much brother

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you!

[@guyverney3606]

Hi Trevor. Cool tutorial. Still Can't do it but i will try again. Many Thanks Guy

[@wickedartstudio]

Thanks Guy!

[@philipwolf825]

very good explanation, great result, appreciate you sharing this with us. thank you

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@ThePicker77]

I have looked everywhere for a video that shows every single step of this process and even bought one for fifty dollars and guess what the guy started at the stencil stage never even named the first three stages sad just wanted more money everyone don't have the available money and the resources thanks so much for doing this for the people I have tried so hard to get this down but I always failed miserably almost gave airbrushing up for good but I have hope again now thanks so so much Sir.

[@wickedartstudio]

I'm glad to help and appreciate the kind words! Painting realistic fire isn't easy and requires practice just like everything else. Keep at it and you'll get there my friend!

[@ianhadden859]

Thanx for the video I struggle trying to paint fire your video put more under standing of the process for me and I will try it next time👍

[@wickedartstudio]

I'm glad you found my video helpful! And trust me, you are not alone. Throughout all the years that I've been custom painting, I have never seen a technique that took the industry by, well... wildfire, like true fire did. It got popular very fast and I was getting requests for it in my shop. So, I had to learn how to pull it off too. And I also struggled with it at first. Just watching someone else painting the effect makes it look deceivingly easy. Most quickly realize there is a lot more involved when they actually try it themselves. It does get a lot easier once you get the process and techniques figured out though.

[@inthegarage342]

Awesome video man. The next time I paint true fire I'm gonna try it that way.

[@wickedartstudio]

Thanks man! I appreciate your support!

[@TheRustyGarageandHomestead]

Awsome video thank you for your time. Fellow okie here ne of Tulsa. I purchased an airbrush awhile back and have strictly just used KZbin to learn. A hands on class would be better for me. Do you know anyone around the NE part of the state that does classes like a basic, advanced ex class? Thanks again really enjoying the videos.

[@wickedartstudio]

Hi Mike. You can learn a lot from KZbin and plain old trial and error; however, there is no real replacement for one-on-one instruction. Real time feedback in a class environment is invaluable. Unfortunately, I don't know any instructors in the NE part of Oklahoma. Where exactly are you located? I teach one-on-one classes from time to time if you're interested. And thank you for the kind words!

[@TheRustyGarageandHomestead]

@@wickedartstudio awsome. fella. Hopefully one of these days I could get with ya when we are both free. I'm in the claremore area.

[@rlegler]

Great video, thank you much!

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you and you are welcome!

[@petecolone5125]

That looks amazing! I have two questions, if a customer were to bring in a vehicle would you prefer to use water-based or urethane for a larger project? Can u please show us this project cleared in the next video? Thank u and thanks for taking the time to make these videos

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you Pete! I thought I replied to your comment earlier, but I'm not seeing it posted for some reason. I use 100 percent water-based paint in my shop/studio. The only exception is the clear coat. Until a suitable water-based clear is developed for automotive use I will continue using solvent based clear. So, the answer to your question is I would still use water-based paint on a larger project. I did decide to clear this panel this morning, so I'll put a video together in order to show you guys the finished product.

[@jaydenedmand3514]

Awesome video got yourself a subscriber really liked the video and really well explained I might try this teqnique all though it was really painful watching you trying to get coverage with that initial outline of the flames the road map you call it with the red I've only ever really used urethane but none the less awesome video and appreciate the content

[@wickedartstudio]

I appreciate the kind words! I agree with the initial coverage being problematic. I used urethane for a very long time before switching to water-based. There are pros and cons to both, but there are some new water-based products out now with much better coverage. Those products have changed the way I approach painting fire. I plan to create a new video showing my refined process soon.

[@jaydenedmand3514]

@@wickedartstudio thanks very much would be keen to see the refined version I only just noticed this video was created a year ago so will be definitely looking out for that one it's like anything there are many ways to achieve the same results but I really like your stylised flames and am keen to see the refined process always good getting someone else's perspective on things cheers and keep up the good work 👍

[@kayostyle80]

best real fire what i have seen so far which is similar to fire

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you so much!

[@kgeimansr]

Great video again, are you going to show it cleared so we can see the candys and show how much it shows each layer with candy’s..

[@wickedartstudio]

I didn't plan to clear this panel and I won't promise I'll change my mind, but yours is the second request to show it cleared. So, I'll give it some more thought. Thank you for the compliment!

[@JudiChristopher]

10:23 "Nature is chaotic... You're not going to see the same shapes..." ... Very True... because Fire is alive and it breathes...

[@wickedartstudio]

I never thought of it from that perspective before, but you are absolutely correct!

[@JudiChristopher]

@@wickedartstudio Truthfully your videos have helped me a lot... I'm very scared of fire.. My house burned down when I was 16 I have been in 3 Forrest Fires in Lincoln County New Mexico... I have a lot of respect for Fire... I feel if I can paint "Fire" it will help me not be so afraid of it.

[@wickedartstudio]

I'm glad to know my videos have helped you! Experiencing that many fires must have been terrifying. Painting fire is challenging, but it's a lot like painting anything else in that it just takes practice. If you have further questions please don't hesitate to ask.

[@JudiChristopher]

@@wickedartstudio Thank YOU so much...

[@WR-yo8ir]

Thanks.... Great videos... 👊👍

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you!

[@billt4318]

Thank you for your videos, I’m learning a lot from watching. You can teach an old dog (me) new tricks. Would you consider doing a tutorial on blue flames over a silver background?

[@wickedartstudio]

Thanks for the kind words Bill! I plan to do some more videos showing how I paint other colors of fire (blue is definitely on that list), including backgrounds other than black. I'll definitely add a silver background to the video with blue flames.

[@billt4318]

@@wickedartstudio Thank you so much!!

[@wickedartstudio]

You're very welcome!

[@JohnPol]

so with all the auto air paint you have to reduse or some you don`t have to thin. I just started airbrushing about a year ago and playing with this paints and got a NEO trigger airbrush. Just sub to you a couple days ago

[@wickedartstudio]

Yes, all the Auto Air paints need to be reduced prior to spraying through an airbrush. Glad to have you as a subscriber! Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment!

[@MrEdwinSanz]

Gracias por poner subtítulos en español a los videos, un saludo desde Ecuador

[@wickedartstudio]

¡Gracias por mirar y tomarse el tiempo para dejar un comentario!

[@jeanmichelcastello1534]

je comprend rien de ce que vous dites mais j'adore ça vous hait top bon

[@wickedartstudio]

Je vous remercie!

[@davidboydston5152]

I've recently about 3 months ago went and bought a airbrush kit and some paint and started to teach myself how to airbrush I've been concentrating on one thing for 3 months realistic fire I seen your video and it helped me tremendously but still I'm having problems putting my flames together can you do a video on how to do your flames and make them look good and not like somebody with a bunch of circles went in there and made a bunch of loops thank you sincerely David boydston

[@wickedartstudio]

Hi David! First, thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment! I actually need to create a video showing how I do some different colored realistic fire. I'll add some more instruction related to your question in that video as well.

[@mml3140]

Great tips

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you!

[@ransilva6605]

Fantastic work!!!! 😃😃😃😃😃👊👊👊👊👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 great lesson to do and remember from Master MIKE LAVALLEE !!!😃😃😃😃😃😃👊👊👊❤❤

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you!

[@Yuri-kd5vj]

Hi i just wanted to say i love your videos! I was wondering if you could show me how to make blue flames? Thank you❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@wickedartstudio]

Hi Yuri! Thank you for the kind words! I do intend to make a video covering blue fire. I'm not certain when I will have the time to produce it, but it is on my list.

[@rgcustomz83]

Awesome

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you!

[@PTcruser65]

Hey, nice vid. you're a pretty good creature, aghhhhh...... I mean teacher.

[@wickedartstudio]

lol. Thank you!

[@Wolfox85]

hey there! I really love your video's they have been helping me out a lot! I was curious if possible if you would do a video on water droplets! I Paint custom consoles and controllers and I would like to see a good water effect!

[@wickedartstudio]

I appreciate the kind words! Yes, I will do a video covering the water drop effect!

[@Wolfox85]

@@wickedartstudio awesome! Thankyou so much!

[@theMudFather]

Trevor, I have never done flames before, but I want to try! My issue is, my project is a cowling for a 1/18 scale motorcycle. It is about 2 x 3 inch work surface. I want to shoot it in colour shift paint. Would I employ these techniques or am I Pie in the sky? Do you always do these flames on black?

[@wickedartstudio]

I'm not sure about using color shift colors for this effect (I would recommend trying it on something else first to be sure you achieve the effect you're looking for), but you can absolutely paint this effect on very small projects too, you just need to use small strokes and small stencils. The rest of the techniques are the same. I don't always paint fire over a black background either. Black is the easiest color to work over for this effect and the techniques do change somewhat when working over different colors.

[@benblankenship5892]

Could you do a video on how to use reference photos when doing true fire? I’d greatly appreciate it

[@wickedartstudio]

Do you have specific questions?

[@benblankenship5892]

I’m a grey black pencil drawer jumpin from that to airbrush,(needed a challenge lol) and like it’s difficult for me to “pick” and choose shapes/licks and them flow. I over think and over compensate something that shouldn’t be as difficult as I make it. Also have a issue in “laying out” my flames. I draw a blank.

[@wickedartstudio]

@@benblankenship5892 Got it. I agree that painting true fire seems like it shouldn't be very difficult; however, the vast majority of people find it very difficult in my experience (me included). This is one of those techniques that is a perishable skill in my opinion. It requires a lot of practice to really pull it off nicely. Your request has been added to my growing list though!

[@dennisscott8641]

Trever,I've asked a few questions before about mixing but I have another question for you. Balancing clear, what is it and do I need it? 4030.

[@wickedartstudio]

The 4030 balancing clear (or intercoat clear) was originally designed as a carrier for Candy2o. Candies have been around for many, many years in solvent based paint systems. A true candy is manufactured using a dye as opposed to a pigment. The dye in candy colors is a concentrate. It's very strong and should never be sprayed straight out of the bottle (doing so will create a lot of issues). Dye based candy colors need to be mixed with an intercoat clear (or balancing clear), as well as reduced with the proper reducer before they are sprayed. The 4030 balancing clear is the carrier that needs to be mixed with Candy2o. So if you use Candy2o, yes you need it. 4030 can also be used with any of the other paint lines offered by Createx. As I mentioned above, 4030 was originally designed as the carrier for Candy2o. However, it has also proved to improve spray performance when mixed with other pigment based paints (I usually add about 10 to 20 percent 4030). The colors spray out better and they lay down smoother. It makes the water-based paint perform more like a solvent based urethane (if you're familiar with, or have ever been involved with automotive refinishing). The caveat to that is the difference is only noticeable with a full size or mini spray gun when painting large areas (like a vehicle) in my opinion. For general airbrush work, you're not going to see a noticeable difference and probably don't need it. 4030 is also exceptional at removing moisture from paint as it cures. Adding 4030 to any Createx paint actually dehydrates the paint as it cures (better than any of the Createx reducers can). The result is a very durable finish that makes scratching and erasing techniques very difficult once the coat is cured. With that in mind, you can use a coat of two of 4030 (as an intercoat clear) to protect underlying artwork before adding additional layers. The 4030 coats must be allowed to cure in order to protect the underlying art though. 24 hours or so, depending on the environmental conditions you are painting in, should be enough time to allow the 4030 to cure. If a mistake is made while adding additional layers over artwork that has been protected with a couple coats of 4030, it is much easier to repair without damaging the artwork underneath if that makes sense. These are primarily tricks used in the custom automotive painting industry, but they can be used in general airbrush art as well. Hopefully that answers your question. If not, please let me know.

[@sll-tt6bj]

Just subscribed to your channel really like the truefire videos that's one affect I really want to get down what airbrush in pressure are you spraying that with

[@wickedartstudio]

Glad to have you my friend! I used an Iwata HP-CS Eclipse airbrush in that video and my air pressure was probably set around 30 to 35 psi (I don't recall what it was exactly, but that's the range I'm generally in when painting fire).

[@sll-tt6bj]

@@wickedartstudio thank you that's one of the best truefire videos I've seen can you do a video on how you thinning your paint

[@wickedartstudio]

@@sll-tt6bj I appreciate the kind words! I have created a few videos on that subject. You can find them here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/laTKZWuvfctkg80 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJ_OZXtme5aml6M kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHmlh4tpqbGGr6M If you have further questions please don't hesitate to ask!

[@ChrisGracy]

I apologize if you’ve answered this already, or if the answer is obvious and I missed it. How do I go about taking lessons from you in person?

[@wickedartstudio]

Hi Chris! I don't currently have any classes scheduled, but I can find room in my schedule if you're interested. Shoot me an email at [e-mail] for more information.

[@claytonkokotailo6337]

I have to ask, the scarlet red is a transparent color, what about trying the opaque line of illustration for easy build up?

[@wickedartstudio]

You are correct. The opaque colors didn't exist when I produced this video. I would definitely recommend using the opaque colors for this purpose now.

[@claytonkokotailo6337]

Gonna try it and see, loved the video by the way. Great information

[@wickedartstudio]

@@claytonkokotailo6337 I appreciate the kind words!

[@EvilMP5]

Question if you use the Chromair line with the Candy2o will it cause any issues? Because the Chromair paint is water based acrylic urethane. Just asking because I ran into the same thing as you did with the red, but I have this red from Chromair that just cuts right through the black.

[@wickedartstudio]

I personally have no experience using ChromaAir paint. Based on the fact both products are acrylic urethane, I wouldn't expect any compatibility or adhesion issues, but I would recommend testing on something other than your project first to be sure. Createx has opaque colors available now that cover extremely well. I have a newer fire video uploaded on the channel using the opaque colors. You can find it here kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqPYaoaZaLiLm5I if you're interested.

[@orlandolopez4325]

I like that alot

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you!

[@bartekk5651]

I don't understand. Why bleed checker or illustration paint? bleeding is what you want in true fire. Did Mike use any bleed checker?

[@wickedartstudio]

Bleed Checker only exists in water-based applications to my knowledge. Generally speaking, a catalyzed clear coat is needed to prevent candy bleed in a solvent based paint system. Spraying a clear coat before adding additional layers requires more time, labor and expense which normally isn't the best decision. Mike used solvent based paint. So no, he didn't use Bleed Checker. Yes, some candy bleed does enhance true fire in my opinion and using Bleed Checker isn't 100 percent necessary. You can control where you spray your candy layers in order to control where the bleed may occur. Time was a factor for the sake of making this video. Rather than taking extra time to strategically spray each candy layer, I chose to essentially cover everything on the panel instead. Does that make sense?

[@henrysscrollsawworks6367]

if you don't mind me asking where are you located?

[@wickedartstudio]

Stillwater, Oklahoma.

[@henrysscrollsawworks6367]

would the air eraser spray extra fine glitter

[@wickedartstudio]

That would depend on the size of the needle and nozzle in your airbrush and the size of the glitter. They would have to be very fine to spray through an airbrush.

[@scottpeters4401]

To make the paint build quicker,could you do your layout in white first?....just asking....I am just getting back into airbrushing after an extended hiatus...I have never been able to master true fire...mine always comes out looking like a pile of leaves..

[@wickedartstudio]

Hi Scott! I had to step away for a while, so I apologize for the late reply. That is an option, but I personally don't like to use white as a base layer. The colors just don't "pop" as much in my opinion. When Createx released the opaque colors, that really changed the game!

[@chromewarrior555]

What PSI are you using?

[@wickedartstudio]

I'm generally spraying at around 25 to 30 psi.

[@tenbears1648]

My only issue with your real fire is you have soft edges, and real fire doesn't have soft edges. They are all crisp. But it was an excellent video.

[@wickedartstudio]

The cool thing about painting fire is it can be stylized however the artist sees fit. There aren't really any rules. I was going for a realistic look, not photorealism. I appreciate the compliment, thank you!

[@tenbears1648]

@@wickedartstudio i am no critic or in any way as good as you. I took some house of kolor painting classes and did some real fire on the mailbox project. Looking back I went to far overboard with the flames. Plus I used house of kolor candy apple red and candy lime green so my flames have a green tint to them. I really like your vkdeos. I need to get back to airbrushing again.

[@wickedartstudio]

@@tenbears1648 I didn't take your comment as criticism. Even if it was, I have no problem with constructive criticism. We don't always see things that can be improved in our own artwork when looking through our own eyes. Another viewpoint can be a good thing. And I'm definitely not an expert when it comes to painting realistic fire, but I appreciate the kind words my friend! I would also agree you need to get back to airbrushing again! 🙂

[@tenbears1648]

@@wickedartstudio I know you didn't take it as criticism, and I didn't mean my reply that you did. I was sharing my experience in attempting real fire for the first time. I have watched some of your other videos, and you are an amazing artist. I wish I would have started early in my life airbrushing, but my situations in life didn't allow that. At 60 years old I could probaly never get to be a reaaly good artist.

[@wickedartstudio]

@@tenbears1648 I can understand life getting in the way of things, but I would disagree with your last sentence. Anyone can learn to airbrush and become very good at it! It just takes practice. If you can spare the time and are willing to put in the work, I see no reason why you can't reach that goal! I'm more than willing to help if you ever have questions. So, please don't hesitate to ask.

[@scottmcbride2237]

R.I.P. Mike " the king" Lavallee. Huge loss.

[@wickedartstudio]

Agreed. Mike was well known for his true fire, but he was an exceptional wildlife and portrait artist as well! Everything he did was exceptional!

[@benblankenship5892]

Yea he is the whole reason for ANY truefire/real fire and to this day his style,shapes, and the way it flowed is yet to be matched. I used to watch him on Open Mike Night Live on Thursdays. And he amazed me how quick he works, not to mention carrying on conversations and not paintin for full 2 1/2- 3 hours. Probably only 1 1/2 hours of actually paintin. Amazed me how also how creative he was. And super cool dude! I wish I could’ve had his help for just 1 hour and he could’ve straightened my mess up lol I’m goin on almost 3 months of only attempting true fire but I can’t get the shapes/flow like it should be. It’s whippin my tail!! Lol but if you go to his FB page you can watch hours upon hours of him doin what he loved!

[@wickedartstudio]

@@benblankenship5892 Yep. Mike is the founder and master of the true fire technique, no question. I still remember the first time I saw it on an episode of Overhaulin years ago (It was the Chevy truck for a firefighter). I remember thinking I've got to figure out how to do that. I also remember thinking it didn't look that difficult... I was wrong, lol. It's one of those perishable techniques. It takes some time to get a half decent system figured out, but I've found if I don't use it regularly I kind of find myself trying to learn it again. I became a huge fan of all of his work immediately! He's a huge inspiration for all of us and unfortunately taken from us much too soon.

[@scottmcbride2237]

I remember the first time that I saw him was also on overhauling, it was way before he did the true fire. He did a meroul of a eagle but it was in all blue candy. Then I seen one in spanish, when he did the car for Jack Osborn . that was sick. And he did a blue guitar with Gwyn stufoni's face on it. And there was a show where he went head to head with a girl artist , painting a whole car . And those awesome paintings of actors that he made half zombies. Amazing. I love his personality even if he was pretty good at painting, his personality was one of a kind but he was the master. I know there's a lot of amazing artist out there but in my eyes Mike was the best and he explained what he was doing so well and very funny. Gone way to early. Man just keep doing your art, Mike would say, be yourself come up with your own style. No one is going to be Mike. But yours will be a canvas of your work and when people see it they will know who's it is.

[@wickedartstudio]

@@scottmcbride2237 Well put Scott!

[@francivalter-aeroartes]

showww de true fire.

[@wickedartstudio]

I showed it. :)

[@moidjogui3413]

Très bon travail . J’ai moi même une chaîne KZbin dédiée à l’aréographie . Taper mon nom pour voir celle-ci .joel fourré à bientôt

[@wickedartstudio]

Thank you!

[@randyanderson6110]

Are you actually addressing youtube or its viewers? KZbin viewers are at anyywhere address, as youtube is at 901 Cherry Ave. San Bruno, CA 94066

[@wickedartstudio]

Why would I be addressing KZbin rather than my viewers?