How to airbrush for beginners

[@OrcPainterNerd]

thank you all for your great comments please check out my new video on how to airbrush for the complete beginner it is more detailed than this one and covers how to take your airbrush apart and how to clean it.

[@michaelblatherwick5324]

You are the Bob Ross of airbrushing, and I mean that as a 100% complement. Thank you for all your videos as I am new to the world of airbrushing and finding a mentor/role model is a challenge.

[@Radio4ManLeics]

Excellent, and its nice to see a left-hander - we usually have to adapt how we use tools etc!

[@Zaemyster]

While I haven't painted in quite some time, I always wanted to dabble in air brushes. And having some 30 tanks's to paint you've quite happily convinced me on the intricacies and accurateness you can achieve through general practice. After watching several of your videos I'd like to say thank you for really clearing up some grey areas for me. I've always been too scared to try them but after your videos and some practice on my behalf i believe I could definitley fit them in my painting arsenal.

[@meanttobehere12]

I've seen quite a few videos and your video has given me the most information starting with the air compressor, how to use air brush, dilute and how to clean it. Most videos only show painting techniques. Thanks, I've ordered an air brush and waiting for it in the mail. I do feel more confident with this bigger picture.

[@Therakhiproject]

I love your tutorial! Very through and it helped me know some of the beginning steps to airbrushing. Your awesome!

[@miedde]

Excellent video. I just bought an airbrush and your video has really helped alot on how to use an airbrush. Hopefully you will be doing more tutorials on painting models with airbrushes.

[@Piero1998]

what air compressor are you using?

[@LordoftheRunes]

Loved this video, just bought an airbrush and compressor and this has been very helpful. Thank you so much for uploading!

[@gaz4523]

Awesome video mate! I'm a newcomer to airbrushing, your clips have been life saver. Keep up the good work.

[@killerkerr1961]

very nice bud have you changed you compresser

[@revzillo]

This is a very informative video . I'm starting out using a airbrush myself for some of my artwork . I didn't realise you could get a thinner for Acrylics , though I've bought some Acrylic paints specifically for my air brush , plus the air brush cleaning container is a very useful idea. I shall look out for one on line or next time I'm in an art shop. Many thanks for this inspirational video Jerry

[@swalstar]

Can you airbrush with enamel paints? Like Humbrol enamels? If so, would you need to thin them? And how would you do that?

[@ThatGreenDayFanPiat]

I want to start airbrushing now. When you airbrush does it dry instantly?

[@1madhammer]

I'm thinking of getting an airbrush, and this video has really helped as i've never used one before.

[@OrcPainterNerd]

I want to thank you all for your awesome support and kind words. I have had about 20 comments about me sounding like Bear Grylls lol. I had to remove most of them so people can see some of there questions answered but you guys all rock and made me laugh :)

[@Adi031978]

nice toys you have there with your cleaning pot and the compressor. might have to look into that a bit more :-)

[@Mooncy1]

My 2nd attempted at airbrushing, I seem to notice it's beginning to drip, Is this because of using too much thinner?

[@poutuchest]

very accurate video... how much a compressor, a cleaning kit and an air gun cost?

[@georgeemmanual962]

Hi , UR WAY OF TELLING IS SO NICE ... CAN YOU PLZ TELL ME THAT CAN I USE THIS AIR BRUSH FO CUSTOM PAINT AND WHAT IS THE NUMBER OF THIS BRUSH . THANKS GEORGE

[@OrcPainterNerd]

It is the smart jet pro mate. The compressor is very quite and the build quality is awesome. the moisture trap and pressure gauge is so much better than my old cheap generic one.

[@SteezyCollector]

how much did that air brush and compressor cost you?

[@SuperCarver2011]

Great video. I have been airbrushing my carved fish and I learned the hard way experimenting with various paint consistences, thinners and a couple brands of airbrushes,(Iwata and Paasche). One thing I learned that to keep your airbrush working reliably and frustration free..you have to keep it clean! Fish paints do add some additional challenges because some are iridescent or pearl essence and that takes a bit of practice to use these paints for best results.

[@IKPainter]

Very jealous of your brush :-) - how does it handle?

[@FishGun]

Hi OrcPainterNerd! I have a question. Can you use water mixed with washing up liquid mixed together to use as a thinner for paints and cleaning the airbrush?

[@MarneusAugustaCalgar]

This vid should help put loads of people bud, kudos to you for the time and effort it takes to create it ;)

[@MrNugs67]

What make of airbrush is the one that your using here on this video?

[@marvinlyman1312]

Thank you... very informative... I didn't know how much paint to use... I have a how to from the manufacturer yet your videos are so much more in depth. where can I get a cleaner can as you have... I have almost everything else.. and haven't begun yet.I am into Lexan body painting for RC toys and have paint designed for that with thinners and cleaners and a face mask. yea I am timid to begin... thanks for your support.

[@ganymede242]

Your video inspired me to go straight to Airbrush.com and order the exact same stuff you use! I recommended they give you some store credit. I love your KZbin videos. They are an inspiration for someone starting out on modelling and painting.

[@justinsmith6911]

What airbrush are u using

[@eggman84ish]

Finally a good beginners guide!

[@twisztedjester]

great video I have just started airbrushing but am useing left over automotive paint this video gives a good basics to start with thank you

[@Firespyer]

great vid, how does that iwata paint compare to vallejo?

[@TheTricksterLukas]

Hi OPN - Do you find you use the Micro Air Control function on your Iwata airbrush, or is it a bit of a gimmick? I am looking at Iwata airbrushes and cant decide if the extra cost is worth it. Thanks Aaron

[@dodge_walks]

Is that the Smart Jet Pro Compressor? How do you find it? How noisy is the motor?

[@KhosoufStudio]

can i use thinned nitro cellulose paint for the air brush???

[@farzanaadi1]

I'm an artist and am still exploring the huge world of creativity... I hv been fascinated by airbrush paintings and bought a compressor as well as air gun but have been scared and not so confident somehow abt using it. Your video instilled confidence in me and I am going to try more of this. Look fwd to more videos on this beautiful art. Thank u so much

[@Draxaan]

Thanks for the video; it was really helpful for a beginner like me. One thing that I can't seem to figure out is identifying what type of thinner to use with different paints. I tried using a lacquer thinner (based on different forum posts, this was the most common) with a water-based model paint today and the paint precipitated into a gummy mess. Any advice?

[@TheJJDouce]

Really nice and well done video cannot wait to get my airbrush

[@11jbe]

Very good video, the way you talk makes you sound like a British Bear Grills, never the less very nice video

[@OrcPainterNerd]

Very true indeed. Keeping your airbrush clean makes all the difference :)

[@christhemodelpainter]

thanks for the video, I cant wait till i get mine for Christmas now. keep up the great work

[@Adamslee72]

cool vid OPN which compressor were you using there

[@Grimwolfleader]

Thanks, that was really helpful :) i have recently come into possession of an airbrush and until now been a bit afraid to use it, your vid was informative and very helpful, once i have my hands on some more essential items i will be going for gold with my new airbrush :)

[@dirksteel3736]

What size of needle is that?

[@OrcPainterNerd]

When ever I am painting super fine details ( in my case 28mm miniatures ) it saves allot of time from going over to my compressor and dial the psi up or down. I can change it on the fly which is a great feature to have :) PS awesome avatar picture of zippy lol

[@chunks0ulbr0ther]

Hello Orc Painter Nerd. Great video. Thanks for making and posting. I have watched *a lot* of airbrush videos on KZbin (buypainted, awesomepaintjob, etc), and I am keen to start airbrushing, and this video has provided information I was very much looking for. Also, nice to find someone making videos in the UK (midlands, I assume). Keep up the good work! I will be watching more of your videos in the near future.

[@tomzborovsky6315]

is the compressor noisy?

[@badspacewolve13]

awsome vid man i really like the step by step in what you doing it is awsome

[@sigzor302620]

Hello. I didnt catch the name brand and model number to that airbrush you were using for this video. Great video, sir Thanks

[@OrcPainterNerd]

Hi there You can't thin paint with washig up liquid my friend it would not work . you can thin acrylic paints with just regular water, but that is by no means the best way to do it as water can separate the paint pigments from the medium. I would always recommend using the correct acrylic thinner for your paints and airbrush cleaning fluid for your airbrush. Please check the description box of this video for information on those products :)

[@ichibanpainting]

nice video mate lol not that I need it but loads of ppl do! Ive been working on a long ass Airbrushing Video 101 for a long time should be out in a week or so! Keep it up

[@theazn07]

how much does all that equipment cost? D:

[@Thesecretlifeoddmh]

this really helped me with airbrushing, thank you :D

[@OrcPainterNerd]

With a duel action airbrush like the one i use in the video ( Iwata custom micron cm-c plus ) I can change the line weight thick or thin on the fly. However for more viscous paints like varnish and primers I use a airbrush with a bigger needle nozzle set up.

[@OrcPainterNerd]

Hi there. It all depends on the paint you buy, pre thinned airbrush paints can be bought that can be used straight out of your airbrush. Regular acrylic paints though need an acrylic thinner. You can use water but the results will not be as good as using a specifically made thinner for your chosen brand of paint. Happy airbrushing :)

[@RedSteelOlton]

Fantastic vid and really informative. Can't wait to see more. 10/10

[@brwneydgirl70]

I really want an airbrush. I like a variety of different art mediums. Right now I'm working with spray paint but I would like to be able to do somehinglike spray painting with more control like this

[@McRonson]

Good video! I'm so close to getting an airbrush - I've got loads of cool SF and Cold War jet kits that deserve to be painted properly. Have another subscriber, Sir!

[@ThePyrogenica]

Answered a lot of my questions. Many thanks for a great vid

[@OrcPainterNerd]

comments like this is why i upload videos! Thanks for the kind words :)

[@OrcPainterNerd]

A lacquer thinner will work superb for enamel based paints like humbrol enamels for example, but for acrylic they will not work at all. Use regular water if you must but would advise buying the correct thinner for your chosen brand of paint for best results.

[@oodyswe]

Very nice video, Im not that good with the airbrush :(. The airbrush are clogging all the time although im thinning the paint.

[@Dean-Trower]

Great job on the vid, nice gear too :)

[@WGConsortium]

Great video bud!

[@OrcPainterNerd]

I have put a link in the description box for the cleaner I use :)

[@Radio4ManLeics]

Im getting "Product not found!" on your description link.........

[@OrcPainterNerd]

It is 0.23 needle nozzle setup :)

[@Blackork666]

Realy great Video!

[@OrcPainterNerd]

It really dose depend on what you want to airbrush really. I do think a single action airbrush is very limiting in most cases though, but even a single action airbrush can have its uses.

[@HQBunker]

Very nice video, but I did have some problems with it. Jumping picture etc, voice was ok. I am not sure is it my YT or something is wrong. I have some problem with YT on this account. Anyway you are 101% right that YT help to start with airbrush:) Same was for me and I was inspired by you:) BTW do you have any experience with Badger Velocity? And what is this airbrush you are using? It works miracles:)

[@dodge_walks]

Cool mate thanks. I have a generic one at the moment. Does the trick but it takes a while to get up to pressure and is rather noisy with a newborn. Might be able to justify a new one to the wife if it is quieter! :)

[@winnieo4968]

Thank you so much for this lovely tutorial...you have helped someone indeed. I intend to apply the skill to cake decorating.

[@OrcPainterNerd]

No they do not, there is many type of airbrush. For example duel action, ( like the one i use in the video ) single action and many more sub category's besides. There is some fantastic airbrush videos out there that will help you decide what airbrush is best for your chosen type of application. That can be anything from nail art, body tanning, cake decorating, scale model painting and all the many other cool hobby's out there :)

[@Goldwolf]

All ready to start airbrushing and EXCITED only to realise I didn't buy a cleaning pot. Oh well >3< Gives me a few days to gather more things to airbrush, YAY!

[@jdragon60]

It helps and I can see how you and Mac use them once I get some extra cash ill pick one up and then ill see what your talking about mainly cause I have a lot of tanks to pain and the brush that I use is dieing lol

[@danielturner444]

excellent video, really helpful and well made! made me feel a lot more confident

[@OrcPainterNerd]

That could be one reason or you are spraying to close at too high a psi. Make a single pace over the area you intend to paint wait for the paint to dry then hit the same spot again if it needs more paint :)

[@wakisaki]

best beginner video i have seen yet

[@fadge316]

nice video, its always good seeing how other people use their airbrushes. Shame of the wrong use of the word decant :p

[@Mubasshir321]

Nice tutorial... and you have a very great voice and awesome accent :) Respect

[@mev0007]

awesome video mate!

[@wazman868]

Awesome user dude and I love your airbrushin'

[@Furbyforthewin]

Holly...molly!!!! I was looking for a new hobby.... and i dind it out thanks to you! :D you manage to make it look so simple.... that... gosh! i want to learn more about it! :D I will continiue cheking your videos. Thanks for such s nice job mate! :D BTW! i love the song...... where can i foind it? O_o

[@mustytc2624]

so good videoo.i like it.thanks man.

[@joewilson9559]

OPN, Keep up the good work!

[@davidlatimer5189]

always wanted to airbrush this was a great help . Will give it a go thanks

[@60felixlopez]

What kinda airbrush would u recommend for a beginner a Gravity Doublr action Single action ???

[@kevincase2133]

Awesome and very informative, thanks mate!

[@roksculpter]

Thank you so very much for taking the time and your effort to make this video, its helped alot.:)

[@paulcollett762]

Cheer for the basic intro, very helpful.

[@Nekoenjeru]

Thanks so much OrcPainterNerd. I'm actually considering on investing in an airbrush for my fine art pieces and for my hobby, which is making anime costumes for anime conventions (in other words, I'm a cosplayer). Your videos make it much easier to understnad and also see the different results of different techniques. There's 1 quick question. If I accidently spray the airbrush paint on a table, can it be wiped off or is the table forever stained with the airbrush paint? Thanks so much for your time and airbrush tutorials^_^

[@niftytwist]

great video. I learned very quickly thanks to u :)

[@OrcPainterNerd]

All piston type compressors are a relatively noisy, but compared to cheap variety's this is pretty quite in comparrison speaking from my own personnel experience :)

[@OrcPainterNerd]

I am using a Iwata cm- plus. check the link in this video to watch it at :)

[@mrsv6135]

Thanks...I found this very helpful!

[@3000whitedragon]

vary nice bud

[@Gunkaleh]

What's the background music?

[@Chuffy1976]

Nice thanks for that vid Bruv

[@beneels5070]

Good video. It's made me go and buy a cleaner. Thanks mate.