How to Paint a Bike with POSCA Pens [SATISFYING Custom DIY Video]

[@BikesAndSnacks]

It took me a whole year, but I finally was able to make a video about tips and lessons I learned from painting this thing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWiwd5aCd5iomJI

[@BikesAndSnacks]

@@palimpalim7447 ... yeah, there is a little texture to the paint, but it isn't distracting in person. I actually like the feel of the texture, but that is a personal preference. If you were going for a super smooth paint job it is best to use an airbrush for sure. Decals would give you the same smooth look too. Paint pens, brushes, etc. will always have a little texture. The clear coat smooths it out a little. The paint here is a little thicker than it would be with less colors. Posca pens are great because they are opaque so you can layer colors cleanly on top of each other, but you do have to make sure you cover over completely so that increases the topography of the final paint job.

[@asyouwish6108]

THE ANGLES THE EDITING THE BEATS THE NARRATION THE DANCING BEARS (not to mention the bike!) this is actual gold😮‍💨 I’m floored. This is a jaw droppingly amazing video.

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@LeOssi]

INSANE cutting skills and a beautiful painting resault! You deserve so much more clicks on your videos, thats for sure.

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks! I appreciate the kind words.

[@jpmynhardt4271]

appreciate the amount of work that went into this . well done

[@laurenashley90]

This is unreal, incredible, breathtaking, inspiring & life changing all in one. The editing. The drawing. My jaw was on the floor quite literally the entire time.

[@op8ztv]

Amazing stuff my guy, didnt expect all this...hidden gem on this platform you are

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks! I appreciate the kind words.

[@DankyDankenstein]

My guy? 😂 🏳️‍🌈

[@ellerybice3787]

Your creativity is inspiring. 🫡

[@TrainAnimations]

Thank you!

[@edinburghwheatgrass8106]

Oh wow!! That's such a thorough job! I've just ordered some pens and will be following your lead... Thanks for the carbon copying idea, it's definitely going to be a life saver for me!! Big hug from Edinburgh UK.

[@BikesAndSnacks]

That is great... have fun! Let me know how it turns out? Also, don't forgot to seal everything with two light sprays of clear coat (a heavy spray will cause the paint to run).

[@pologutierrez5419]

Awesome! Looking forward to that "Tips and mistakes" video!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for watching! It's been a while, but I'm working on a follow up video for sure.

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Sorry it took so long, but I finally made the Tips and Mistakes video!

[@hobscotch]

Love the paintjob and your editing style!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thank you, I appreciate it!

[@JoeOaken]

Best paint job ive seen on bike well done

[@user-bj7ts5cl9d]

Hi , what pen did you use to outline your design before painting it with the posca pens ? :)

[@BikesAndSnacks]

The sketch was made on drawing paper in pencil, then outlined with a Micron pen... to transfer the sketch, I used carbon transfer paper sandwiched between the sketch and the frame. If you trace over the image with a pencil, the pressure on the carbon paper causes it to draw lines on the blank surface (the frame). So, I didn't use a pen... I hope that makes sense.

[@diontrespeller]

Just found your channel and this is top tier stuff man. Keep it up!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks, I appreciate it.

[@ABPOSITIVE]

Do u spray clear coat at the end to protect the paint?

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Yes... absolutely. There are some tips in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWiwd5aCd5iomJI

[@Ninjump]

Lol I had that exact same bike. Great transformation!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thank you!

[@brettwalden6343]

That's Mega! Well done, please post more!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks!

[@TH3-R3D-KING]

Masterfully done and pieced together I really enjoyed it and am currently about to do a bike myself. I hope it turns out as good. I wana do Rick and Morty myself lol

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks! Good luck on your project... let me know how it turns out.

[@noworriesmate]

Editing like a boss. Nice.

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for watching!

[@chelseaholloway462]

clean video, beautiful bike. this was siiiiiick. im a new subscriber. :)

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@dxplosiv1]

That's insane! You're really talented!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@pbjbagel]

Whoa, everything about this is incredible!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@Prodagee01]

That’s hella clean !

[@aember]

Okay so ... Uh, incredible. I just got my first bike as an adult (yoooooo and im only like 36, yoooo) and I was like "I should eff this thing up with POSCA pens" so I wanted to see if someone else did it -- and you did. You did such a sick job, my guy! Also I can't believe how much I love it both with the black lines and without. I think you made a bold choice choosing to put the lines on, but I'm thinking I might actually go sans-lines with a similar color palette. You definitely get a sub from me.

[@BikesAndSnacks]

I’m glad you like the video! Thanks for the kind words.

[@adriansantiago2018]

Lit editing and trans broo deserve a mil sub

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks! I'm super happy for even one sub.

[@irvinglee5895]

I loved it. I can't draw, but I think I could trace drawings like you did. I can't color within lines, but my sister was really good at it. I do have a bike in my garage that I might practice on. Glad you added the snack. How about making your own snack to go with the video?

[@paullewis5988]

This is amazing. Thanks for such a good video. The bike looks great!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@VicMontesinos]

Amazing video A fantastic job with the bike and with the video editing.

[@brianbrenton]

id prepare my bike frame (sanded and primed) to send to you if at all possible hahaha (based here in manila). I simply love this! those droplets on the down tube is JUST FIRE.

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Manila! Nice.

[@chris_darwinberou2049]

You deserve more subs, damn you good men ❤️

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks!

[@technomindof6878]

Hey,nice job bro! Is it ok to clear coat it in these pens? Motivated me to get it done on my frame just thinking how to preserve it after 👌💯🔥

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Yes, you MUST do a couple coats of clear coat or the paint runs. Thanks for watching.

[@dimitarkinchev3090]

GREAT ART!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks!

[@tomolonotron]

Nice video. How is the paint holding up? Did you have to put a clear protective coat on top of the paint pens? Thanks.

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks. I did add two layers of clear coat, and a ceramic coating. The paint is still holding up great.

[@FOOKYOUTUBENUMBERS]

Great vid not sure about the dancing 🐻 but your Art work is dope!🐻🐻🐻🐻

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Haha… thanks for that!

[@saintjeancovers]

Is it ok if you will make a glossy finish using a spray paint for that bike artwork?

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Hi, I didn't show it in the video, but I added a glossy clear coat over the paint to protect it. Posca paint pens are water based, so they will run if you get the paint wet. If you apply clear coat onto the Posca paint, be sure to do a very light coat first because even the clear coat can cause heavy paint spots to streak/run. I used this: www.spraymax.com/en/products/product/clear-coats-and-spot-blender/2k-clear-coat/

[@matthewtrager8497]

Wow, this video was really well done and informative.

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Glad you liked it!

[@isaaccnewton]

The editing is 🔥🔥

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks! ... and thanks for calculus.

[@charlieb7854]

This is AWESOME!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for watching!

[@extrawelldressed]

This might be my first KZbin comment ever but I just had to say you cracked me UP in this video. Also amazing talent!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Wow, thanks for the comment! Thanks for watching.

[@TwistedWheels]

Great video. Great paint design. Keep on going 👍🏼

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks, that means a lot from another bike channel. And thanks for watching!

[@hanabimock5193]

This video is really amazing!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for watching!

[@kevinlui3403]

Damn you're talented! Probably one of the most complex edits I've seen on KZbin in a long time. I'd prefer a little less editorializing and low-grade meme-ing since you put so much work into the editing and effects that you should let your work speak for itself. Keep it up man!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for your honest feedback. I think you're right... I've been on the fence as to whether I should chop down the video and pull the voice over. You might have given me the last push!

[@kevinlui3403]

@@BikesAndSnacks Like I said you have some amazing potential from music choice to editing and storytelling. If you're based out of DC I just moved there a few months ago so we might bump into each other riding!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

@@kevinlui3403 Welcome to D.C. You should check out the noon ride at Hains Point if you haven't already. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4DZhaGdn9ehfZY

[@drpulpit]

@@BikesAndSnacks Please don't pull it/them. That gave it personality, kept the keen interest keen...well, perhaps made it keener. Great idea. I like doing scribble pictures with/for my grandson. It's all paper, so we use crayons and markers. the old bike is NEXT with your list of equipment. Yay.

[@BikesAndSnacks]

@@drpulpit Thanks! Let me know how your project turns out.

[@garethbutton]

Your editing skills are amazing. Great video so creative

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thank you! Thanks for watching.

[@randomtreaz7252]

Nice job!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks!

[@TheAshley7677]

What gloss did you use to seal it

[@Nothing190]

really nice video! :)

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks!

[@hanhtar9062]

Très inspirant ! Merci !

[@skrypar1]

You are crazy man 👍🔥

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for watching!

[@soulsnapper35scottjames16]

Really really good video what do use to seal or does it stay on really well. 🙏👊💚

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks! Posca paint pens are water based, so they will run if you don't seal it with a clear coat. I did three coats of this: www.spraymax.com/en/products/product/clear-coats-and-spot-blender/2k-clear-coat/

[@Lynn-bg1fk]

Bro do you put the clear code on the doodle art? I want to know and which day do you put on that

[@BikesAndSnacks]

What I Learned From Painting My First Bike With POSCA Pens kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWiwd5aCd5iomJI

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Clear coat goes on last. Posca paint dries quickly, but wait a day just so you are sure you’re completely done… once the clear coat is on you can’t paint anymore. You HAVE to use clear coat to protect the Posca paint.

[@einzelstein5291]

Funny and creative! 😀

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for watching!

[@ColinTorrible]

Did you add a final gloss coat to the frame after using the pens?

[@BikesAndSnacks]

What I Learned From Painting My First Bike With POSCA Pens kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWiwd5aCd5iomJI

[@BikesAndSnacks]

I used a few coats of clear coat. Posca paint is water based and it will run if you don’t seal it.

[@kishouarima4189]

Can i ask where did you buy those markers? Are they available through online shopping? Btw nc bike!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Amazon has them, most art supply stores have them too. They should be easy to find.

[@hardtailjefe]

Hell yeah I love snacks!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

👊🏽

[@Elias-qw1ps]

impressive!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thank you!

[@femmefatale55]

😍🔥 amaziiiiiiiing!!!!

[@SketchNSavourJourneys]

Your video is so interesting idk why you don't have that much subscriber....anyhow I love your works after seeing this 😅😊😊😊😊😊😁😁😁😁😁

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Wow... thank. you for the kind words!

[@cesarrlozanol]

That's very cool. Thanks 👍🏽

[@wardsampson7528]

AMAZING

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks!

[@elijahdavis4622]

WHATS THE OUTRO SONG

[@BikesAndSnacks]

There is a link to it in the description... Lifelong by Anno Domini Beats

[@descending_dudu]

did you put a clear coat after this??

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Yeah… two or three thin coats. Plus a ceramic coating.

[@danielagutierrezz]

Amazing!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

You are!

[@darrenjlee1309]

So modest. Didn’t you almost lose a painting competition because the judges thought your amateur entry was a professional work? When they were told that your piece was one of the other high school entries

[@jpval3484]

does it last like regular paint? planning to do my white bike

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Posca paint is pretty delicate… once you are done you need 2-3 layers of clear coat. But, the clear coat will protect the paint. I had it on the roof of a car for 3 hours in a storm in Switzerland and the paint was solid. So far no fading in the sun.

[@gmendez5492]

Hey I know this was a while ago but what did you use to draw the sketch on? Was it just regular printing paper?

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Hi, good question. I used 80 pound acid-free drawing paper out of a large sketch pad. But, that is because it was the largest thing I had around. It would have worked with printer paper too, but I would have had to tape a few sheets together. Good luck if you're doing a similar project!

[@martincorrea5744]

How does the sun light affect the painting?.

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Hi, thanks for watching. The POSCA website says their paint resists sunlight. But, I haven't had a chance to build the bike back up. The humidity in DC made spraying the last clear coat difficult until the winter. So, I won't know until this summer.

[@MS-sy8ls]

AMAZING job but why was the final reveal such a tiny amount of time? After all that I would have loved to see it from all different angles

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks! Good suggestion... I wish I had done a longer final reveal.

[@upcyclingbikes]

Wow 🤩 very nice 👌🏽

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thank you!!!

[@Pluto-jj6vr]

This is good content

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for watching!

[@djbattledmv]

This was cool. Can I do it without sanding the bike, lol...I don't have that type of time lol

[@BikesAndSnacks]

I watched like twelve movies while I did the sanding. You can skip the whole hand sanding process by getting an alumnium frame and have it sand blasted.

[@djbattledmv]

@@BikesAndSnacks 12 movies, I'd die 🤣 Thanks doc

[@edinburghwheatgrass8106]

@@BikesAndSnacks omg you so rock! Another amazing tip!!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

If you enjoy this video, I hope you check out the custom Zipp handlebars I painted: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jn_Lo36mn69np8k

[@hahohae]

I want your painting file 🥺

[@hackercabin190]

Beautiful

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks!

[@theriderdtm8650]

Mantap ❗✌🏻

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for watching!

[@cosmonott1]

Wow!

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks!

[@Ezsongs.]

Amazing editing and design can I have that bike lol or fr tho

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for watching!

[@darrenjlee1309]

Mr sketch! Mr sketch!

[@yeonghonoh6532]

i'm about to do this to my own bike wish me luck

[@BikesAndSnacks]

👍 … good luck! Let me know how it turns out.

[@SketchNSavourJourneys]

New subscriber from Philippines ❤️❤️❤️❤️😊 787

[@darrenjlee1309]

So modest. Didn’t you almost lose an art competition because the judges thought your piece was from a professional? When they were told your piece was from a high school amateur, they voted your piece in a landslide!

[@nunyabusiness164]

wow this rules

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks, that means a lot to me!

[@leonardopandoroiii4414]

i wanna design my bike but i am still i kid and dont have much knowledge on these things

[@BikesAndSnacks]

It is a pretty big challenge. It took me about 100 hours to strip the bike, sand it, prime it, sketch a design, transfer the design, paint the bike, and then seal it with a clear coat. I made a lot of mistakes along the way. Good luck with your project!

[@redwallace7934]

Awww fork,,

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for watching!

[@phillipgardner6200]

It’s a shame this bike got stolen

[@carrotman2871]

Do not paint that back!?!?

[@BikesAndSnacks]

Thanks for watching!

[@ЖелязкоКуртев]

So much effort for 17k views 😢

[@BikesAndSnacks]

17,000 and 1 .... thanks for watching!

[@carrotman2871]

Bruh

[@sergiolalopez3598]

Too much dry jokes. People are watching..Just get tf on with it. Aside from that, cool job..Thanks