How To Airbrush for the complete beginner

[@ajaxtaur]

As someone who bought an airbrush+compressor kit on a whim, this was a godsend. Thank you

[@rayfabris2512]

I did the same thanks for you tube it's a great channel when you have questions on something you've never done or like me I improved my guitar playing without paying a teacher $50 or more a week but some of the political crap I live without and I can just skip it a lot lol so have a good day 😊 from California

[@klj5150]

Sir, I have been researching airbrush systems, etc. and looking for tutorials on actually using and practicing with them. You started from step one for beginners and showed the technique and maintenance. One of the best tutorials I’ve ever seen. You made my fear go away and I will be purchasing a system a lot sooner now. Thank you.

[@Wings_of_foam]

There are 100s of tutorials just like this. You can't be serious dude.

[@LorraineTapper]

​@Wings_of_foam Just because you have seen them doesn't mean others have. I have been searching for a couple of years for something like this and KZbin has only shown this today. What was the point of your smug comment?

[@klj5150]

@@Wings_of_foam I’m a serious person. I haven’t seen every single video on EVERYTHING on KZbin…I have a life. Go get one and play somewhere safe.

[@amalasiri]

Best video of its kind with no ummms and uhhhs. Thanks for keeping the narration simple and straightforward with clear visuals.

[@lthrneck7118]

Finally!! A video for us true beginners' video without all useless, "look at me" dialogue. Well done!! Thank you!

[@chrisleach4245]

I just got one for Christmas and I have never even watched anybody paint with a airbrush. Thank you for the information I will be watching what else you have to teach me. Again thank you and great job.

[@Fluidpysankymasterartist]

Thank you sooooo much for making this video!! I'm an acrylic artist, who wants to incorporate airbrushing into my painting, and your video was the most informative for us, new to this art! I'm sure I'll have a gubillion questions for you, so hopefully you won't get sick of seeing and hopfully answering my questions!! 🤔 Once again, THANK YOU!!!

[@StevenJQuinlan]

As someone who received his first airbrush about three hours ago, this video has been really helpful. Thank you

[@myopinion3398]

3 years later this video is still helping people. Thanks for the content, it was really helpful

[@heatherandles]

His voice is soothing lol I'm watching before bed and I'm relaxed. So full of great tips and airbrushing knowledge! Thanks for helping out us "newbies" lol

[@vickyhickman5368]

Me: Show me how to use my air brush, only explain it to me like I'm two. You: Say no more! This is great. I was given and airbrush and compressor. I cam here looking for a beginner tutorial and most of them seem to assume that we should know how to set the thing up. You did a fantastic job of just showing the basics! Thank you!

[@normansmith8184]

Since I'm still ironing out my beginner's mistakes I found this video REALLY helpful. Thank you.

[@royfearn4345]

I've been airbrushing for many years, and I endorse everything you say. Although meant for beginners, your article has helped me become aware of a few bad habits I've picked up over that time, so many thanks.

[@noorulhaque9027]

Can any type of paint can be filled on it,like epoxy and all Fpe plastic,metal cement etc,clearcots etc

[@tomashultgren4117]

Excellent introduction! I particularly like the fact that he speaks slowly and clearly. This means that for us who aren't British born and aren't accustomed to the thicker local accents, we can still follow easily. One tiny extra tip - remember to always start and finish every stroke with air ONLY. That is: air on - paint on - paint off - air off. Otherwise you tend to get unsigthly blobs of paint at the beginning and and end of the stroke.

[@emilyanthony1203]

Thank you. I've purchased mine but I have no knowledge on how to use it. This enabled me to use it for the first time.

[@Pippito]

My mum was given an airbrush years ago but found it too difficult to set up, so it's been untouched for ages. She's allowed me to use it but the instruction manuals are difficult to understand. Thank you for this

[@ataboy42h14]

This reminds me of cleaning my guns.I’m currently retired with the Government. I maintained, install new road markings. The cleaning procedures are basically the same,only scaled down. Thank you for giving me the best of memories 👍 Now I can get back to my passion,model building 👍💖🤙🏽

[@rickyedison5151]

I worked with airbrush very little in the pass but didnt know how to practice or properly clean one till i watched your videos just now I just purchased Iwata Eclipse hp-cs . Thanks for the lessons . I will learn .

[@Karina-er7mx]

So glad you are left handed like me, makes it much easier to learn!

[@sospeter291]

This is the best illustration for beginners i am in Africa and we hardly use air brush ,i must get one and put into use.

[@richardterek3744]

Thank you for producing this video, I just purchased an airbrush and have been hesitant to use it. Your video has given me the confidence to start

[@amilcarbrandao5442]

Dear friend. I'm a beginner in the hobby. Your video is the best I have found so far on the internet. please keep making clear and didactic videos like this. Thank you very much.

[@thebadguy1977]

Dude i am so glad u r left handed this video walked me thru step by step best tutorial 4 beginners i never even HELD an airbrush b4 this video n now im rocking out kick a$$ paint jobs on my models i dont even use rattle cans anymore. Again thank you for this i send everyone who asks about airbrushing to this video. U rock!

[@OrcPainterNerd]

Comments like this really make my day!!! Thank you ☺️

[@pilkjaer]

Thank you for the video. I bought myself exactly the same compressor after watching your video and some other reviews and now I watch it again to actually follow along and try out my airbrush for the first time.

[@olivia-magalisoleil8631]

Just bought an airbrush set. I am an absolute beginner. Instructions are clear and simple. Thank you for creating this video.🙏🏽💕

[@TheJoeinhose]

finally someone who does not "back flush" when cleaning. It's not suppose to be done but a lot of other people do. It gets paint back to where it isn't suppose to go.

[@airbrushnewart1045]

Airbrush beginners need the right information to get started. Very informative video.

[@fromthebackofmymind]

Thank you for declaring proper working pressure of 20 psi. I am new to Airbrushing. My experience is with 3 stage Automotive Paints. Working pressure for those was 28-34 psi. With a gravity feed sprayer. I kept tank pressure @80 psi and regulated air at the paint gun, down to stated pressure. And yes, I could in fact paint a car with a 12 gallon air tank. Sorry about my Imperial units of measures. I live in America.

[@MrJason102888]

I just bought a airbrush kit and I was looking for a video to explain how to get started. This is such an excellent beginning point, it's short and sweet but explains the basics of using your airbrush for the first time. thanks man

[@greggthompson7]

Excellent video thanks for posting. I can’t help but think most left handed people are naturally more talented than right handed people. I’m right handed and destructive when it comes to making things that look as nice as this.

[@slaup1163]

this video is gold. internet's infinite knowledge gotta love it. thank you for your work making this video!

[@Sunriru]

my dad got me an airbrush + compressor kit. sadly needs some work on the airbrush. not major thank goodness. compressor works great. took a look at your videos since my new aunt got me a portable airbrush so im watching all these videos again for refreshers

[@fukcg00gle95]

I'm an absolute beginner and this tutorial was excellent. Thank you.

[@Jose_Herraez]

Fantastic tutorial. I am a bit over 6 months working with an airbrush (thus, not a total beginner) and still found it immensely useful. Thanks for posting.

[@OrcPainterNerd]

+José Herráez really glad you found it helpful :)

[@blunthonesty8633]

Been considering buying one of these since I am going to start getting into model building to keep my mind busy. So videos like this are extremely useful for helping me decide if an airbrush is the way to go.

[@MarkVenn66]

as an absolute beginner looking for help getting started on scale modelling this is so helpful!

[@robstarburst]

What a fantastic guide! I have never touched an airbrush before, but upon watching it, immediately made everything about maintaining an airbrush less daunting. Now to find a supplier within Australia for the kit you use, and I'll be set!

[@Omnivolv]

You also taught me how to airbrush. Been years now and I’m still using your tips. I wish you made more tutorials but I understand it’s a lot of effort. Keep up the great work legend! ❤

[@OrcPainterNerd]

Thanks bud. I honestly wish I made more tutorials too, but like you say so much time and effort involved.

[@Omnivolv]

@@OrcPainterNerd I imagine it takes you out of the artistic process

[@tommckeehan]

Great video, thank you for taking the time to do this! Even 5 years later, it is helping people.

[@a1ar127]

I’m looking forward to the entire tutorial. Getting ready to tackle some plastic ship models after building many wood ships that I never felt I needed an airbrush for. It’s a bonus that our instructor is a lefty.... but can relate better!

[@eleazar9677]

IM A LEFTY!

[@nickgreaves3355]

@@eleazar9677Me too!

[@dianeferguson7488]

Thank for a very easy to understand guide to airbrushing for the complete beginner.

[@theanomalous1401]

Thanks for the video, Mate. I just recently got my first compressor and airbrushes and am eager to get started. My primary focus is going to be painting model cars, but I may try other things as I become comfortable with the process. This may sound rather elementary to most and as simple as pie but it's a little more than that to me because I have been diagnosed with early onset of Parkinsons disease. I'm all in when it comes to succeeding at this and I am going to fight this setback and win. Thank you again mate for breaking this down to the novice level, that really helps.

[@youpamp]

Tons of tutorials out there but this is the best I have found

[@nigelduncan-adam5988]

Thank you very much of all the vids I have watched you are the only one who has actually explained and demonstrated how to adjust the air pressure all others say what pressures they like to use but don’t explain how to adjust the thing so thank you very much excellent instructions

[@tacoversustaco]

Thank you! I've wanted to start using an airbrush and this video made me much more confident in purchasing one to start on.

[@AnjokTV]

Love the way freehand technique was applied and demonstrated...different modified paint reservoir from the airbrush we use...

[@Shishizurui]

great video so many people just act like the compressor doesn't exist and only focus on the airbrush side.

[@bevsartsandcrafts715]

Right, you’re my airbrush tutor now. Let’s go 👍🏻👍🏻

[@larryjohnson1966]

Very well put together first video. It helped me a lot. I did not feel like you were speaking down to me. Thank You.

[@kuruptsoul]

Just got one to do my pirate ship model, I had no idea where to even start. thank you for this very informative video

[@mrmaat]

Which pirate ship? I'm likely going to be getting an airbrush for the Reaper V Kickstarter Pirate Ship.

[@tonylebron611]

For real 🙏🏾💯 me too

[@Sue_Me_Too]

I just got a Perfect Grade Gundam for my birthday last week and I think it deserves a paint job in order to live up to its Full Glory. I've been painting Warhammer minis for years, but this is going to be my first time painting a BIG model

[@craynak]

Thank you for making this video. As a strictly paint brush person, my challenge to myself in lockdown is to learn how to use the airbrush for simple priming, zenithal highlights and more. You video has made me learn the absolute beginner tips and I’ll continue to watch it till I can remember it from memory. Thanks for producing such a clear video!

[@Dzeimz40K]

Excellent tutorial. I've just go this airbrush with the Iwata silver jet compressor. Its a nice little compressor but is doesn't have a tank.

[@Berndwilhelm-WH]

I bought a Neo for Iwata couple weeks ago and just got around to trying it out for the first time last night. I was quite happy with the result despite never using a airbrush before. Bought a cheap snap together model tank to learn on. Other then couple small sputter spots it came out good looking.

[@brandonfreer6348]

Excellent advise. I've airbrushed for about 30 years.

[@GabrielleTollerson]

awesome! I want to get into airbrushing 😄 gonna need more videos like this lol

[@therealsulaco]

This is invaluable. I just picked up the supplies to start airbrushing and am going to take the plunge this weekend. I'd bought a cleaning kit and I had no idea with the needle-blade thing is. I'd reckoned it was for clearing out gunked up paint somehow so knowing it;s a reamer and what i's meant to do helps a lot. Thanks!

[@ralphco0]

BY FAR the most helpful video I have seen in regards to starting out with an airbrush!!@ Thank you!!

[@martinpattison5110]

Nice and informative video. I am thinking about buying an Airbrush over the next 12 months. Thanks. Martin (Thailand)

[@Taimok09]

Thank you so much for this video . It was indeed informative . I just purchased a Airbrush kit from Michaels . It was about $23 however I'm new to using a airbrush and look forward to learning the basics . I wish to also learn how to Hydro dip , Tie dye and airbrush . Thank you for the tips . Much appreciated.

[@bamman999]

Thankyou for this video, after finally persuading myself to get an airbrush I can finally paint a lot quicker, cleaner, smoother and more reliably than brush, very excited to start my first airbrush model, gone for the 'Neo for Iwata' airbrush to start with and will likely get something better once I get the hang of this one first. The corner of my room is looking like a model shop in itself, so now I can finally get them all made and painted properly.

[@Toxiq_1581_]

Hello! I am Currently thinking if I should Get one but I've never Learned Anything about Airbrushes! It looks so cool and I will rewatch this if I'm ever Confused! Thank you For making this video to help others!🧡

[@RhiceyHarierar]

Very very informative. I think every beginner should have at least an hour of this kind of practice daily to get to a good point of airbrushing.

[@88thmodel78]

i just got a airbrush for xmas and i didnt know a thing about them and you explained everything,thanks alot

[@hashishi9]

I've had an airbrush now for few months now, and this has been so far the most useful and informative of the "how to start airbrushing"-videos I've seen. Thank you very much!

[@noorulhaque9027]

Can any type of paint can be filled on it,like epoxy and all Fpe plastic,metal cement etc,clearcots etc

[@julescoda1374]

i haven't gotten an airbrush yet but im working on getting it for figure projects. thank you!!

[@JCPB1]

Very compelling intro to airbrush use, care and maintenance. Clear narration, excellent demo a 1080P HD! Bravo!!!

[@TattooArtXray-wt4og]

Well im a Professional realism air brusher i learned all by my self and i was after 7years still learning cause it was very hard without any help...this clip will help ppl a lot ...nice clip

[@paulbaker6378]

I have got a little Badger Anthem air brush i picked up on offer in a model shop 14 years ago not used it yet i am starting on model tank kits .I have sent away for a compressor air hose and adaptors the tips you have gave have put me on the right track, i think with any luck i will do a good camoflage job on the model tanks. ps never used an airbrush yet.

[@labtrainer09]

EXCELLENT! I've been making wooden fishing lures for some time and am about to start painting them. This clear, concise explanation was just what I needed. Thank you.

[@spielweltenschmiede]

Great beginners tutorial. 👍 Just one more thing to mention: 8:02 It is better for the seal if you take the needle out to the front. This also prevents you from drawing leftover paint into the gun. To do this, of course, the nozzle head must first be unscrewed.

[@lindarodgers1401]

I just found you and thank goodness I did!!!! I'm getting my first airbrush in a couple of days. Thank you so very much for this video.

[@PixiesandDust130]

Thank you! I was randomly given an airbrush from a relative and had no idea how to use it or what I needed, this was a big help!

[@rainsburysb]

Excellent video, everything I needed to know with none of the ego and fluff that so may youtubers stodge out their work with.

[@kawaiipetal1644]

oh my god thank you so much! this is probably the best air brushing beginner guide tutorial I've seen. very easy to follow! please talk more about paint consistency in further videos in this series. I'm still having trouble learning how to thin my paint right.

[@OrcPainterNerd]

+kawaiipetal Thank you and I will try to fit that in my next video in the series :)

[@davedogge2280]

Do you have to do all that cleaning for each airbrush colour paint change ??!?!?? that's a lot of work. I am a beginner and I bought one of those high frequency vibration water tank cleaners usually used for jewelry, I hope it works.

[@ZupaWabbit]

the correct name for that is "ultrasonic cleaner", yeah that's the best way of cleaning the parts.

[@coddoctor9374]

This video is a life saver, it’s really dumbed down so here is no guessing. You hit your mark perfect! Thanks

[@studioreece8329]

Hubby just gave me his airbrush set (which has never been used) and this was so helpful to get me started! Thank you!

[@daryletoney8118]

Good tutorial, I do have a useful tip you might consider when flushing out the airbrush, - initially flush with cleaner as you suggest but then half fill once more but this time put your finger on the end and give full air and fluid, this cleans the nozzle and pushes the cleaner back to the vessel which becomes coloured, simply tip this away, then flush again with a small amount of new cleaner. This is 'Back Flushing'.

[@Flamboyant-randomist]

Good tutorial as I've been building for years but have never used an airbrush. I'm getting a beginner set in a few months so am making preparations.

[@IamRobotMonkey]

Thank you for doing this. I find airbrushes quite intimidating but this has gone some way to reassure me they're not too scary!

[@rolandmetayer7210]

I don't even want to airbrush and I enjoyed the video. Thanks !

[@XB3Gaming]

Thanks for this tutorial! Wife got me an airbrush set up for Gundam models and I've been pretty intimidated by it. This made things a lot easier to understand.

[@dcmurray6466]

At last a leftie demonstrating! Makes life so much easier.

[@jasonbice4815]

Thank you for the video, I just got my first airbrush and I'm ready to learn

[@nebulouz1]

Great tutorial for the beginner. This took the apprehension out of trying to learn to airbrush. Your instruction is very clear and concise with a perfect pace that easy to follow. Thank you 😊

[@alerey4363]

if you never used an airbrush before it looks intimidating but once you get the grasp of it (you know, patience, practice, cleaning) it's fun and creative and one of the truly analog devices to create art in a unique way

[@gravedigger1386]

Great video, thank you for all the information and tips. Your watch strap bothered me because mine gets caught on everything when i don't use the little loop to secure it, damn ocd.

[@cprn.]

4:14 I've learned from a different video this accidental splatter is caused by residue paint being left in the pen due to stopping the air abruptly - to avoid that you need to press the lever, pull it when you want to paint and keep it pressed when you stop painting (i.e. don't stop both air and paint at the same time).

[@giovanniromero2790]

When you release the paint but allow the air to keep running. Do you stop the air afterward?

[@cprn.]

@@giovanniromero2790 It depends, if you want to paint some more, then no, if you're fine for a while, then yes.

[@dreamertheresaart]

Fantastic video! I'm not an absolute beginner, but pretty close. I've learned tons just from this video. Thank you so much!

[@flippingforreal109]

I am considering buying one to do certain projects so this video help a lot in me understanding how to use it. Thanks

[@bill0234y]

Most informative! I just finished making a spray booth so I can paint my HO scale models. This video takes away a lot of hesitation and apprehension of that first airbrush project. Thank you very much!

[@neilbrown2451]

Just bought my air brush and this video came in well handy. Thanks.

[@meripapunen5160]

My uncle bought me one, and thanks to this video and you, I know how to get start :)!

[@jasperj5611]

Wow you really do know how to teach, I just ordered my first airbrush as I am about to get into building models . Thanks for the video , God bless you

[@donnamehltretter2819]

So excited to learn this wonderful and exciting adventure in painting

[@DarcyBonoCreations]

THANK YOU so soooo much! I actually received that exact airbrush as a gift, and though I'm absolutely thrilled, I'm also absolutely terrified. This video was exactly what I needed. You've saved me so much time and research. All the best to you!

[@michelleclifton6048]

Nice simple video, super relaxing, no harsh EDM music, I might start watching this before bed :) Looks like your kit isn't offered on the website in your description anymore. Can you suggest another site?

[@potentialsus4851]

The airbrush I bought came with all of a one page parts list as far as instructions go, so this is helping a good amount

[@moonlightning8269]

Saw this video in my recommended feed and have never been interested in airbrushes but this made me want to go out and buy one

[@DEF0963]

Thank you for making this video as I am looking to purchase my first airbrush and was hoping to find an instructional video that wasn't an hour long.

[@carl160269]

Thank you so much for this. I have been toying with the idea of buying an airbrush for some time, but was worried it would just left on the shelf. You have given me to incentive to finally give it a go.

[@artsmodelstation9396]

I have the H&S Infinity. Spent little over $200. It just tip dries all time even with AK air and Vallejo air paints. Always have to thin and add flow improver. I ordered another needle, if that doesn’t fix, gonna sell it or in the trash. So for now I use my Iwata Neo.

[@stupot7281]

Thanks mate , i have just started air brushing , this helps so much straight to the points ....