How to Pinstripe - Pinstriping for Beginners

A simple tutorial on how I swing a pinstriping brush.
• Mack 00 Pinstriping Brush
• Ronan Lettering Enamel, thinned with mineral spirits

[@UnitNo.2]

I love the non symmetrical part on top. Gives me late 80s early 90s conversion van vibes. I like it.

[@rickbendi8709]

🤭thank you. !

[@qrowz1366]

giving me bob ross vibes with how calm you are and the stuff you say like "just have fun with it" mega impressed man, absolute champ

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you much. I’m trying hard to help whoever watches. Your words are kind😎

[@nickv1008]

@@rickbendi8709 Bob Ross got nothing on you. Far more skill ( and money) striping a motorcycle helmet, than the daubing and smearing Ross did. 👍👍

[@derekpierkowski7641]

Ya read my mind

[@paulbranson1961]

I liked your style of limiting your lesson to one thing...its hard to learn everything at once but you give a good usable building block for the toolbox...thanks

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you for watching 😎

[@billyboy-59]

I like your calm friendly manner of explaining things, thanks for the inspiration.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank your for watching 😎

[@breannabrown265]

This is awesome. I love art- in all forms- and my dad runs an automotive shop he did have a paint and body portion but he had to close it. Recently I’ve taken a liking to the idea of doing paint and body. If i can do it, I’ll be the one to open that portion of his shop again and I’ll be doing something i love. Thank you for the tutorial.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you. If that’s your passion, then that’s what you should work towards. Have fun. Thank you for watching 😎

[@sethchilders]

A dying art. This blows my mind on how easy he makes it look. Custom cars and trucks today should bring this back!!!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you 😎

[@drd1924]

Fascinated how you're able to do the same thing on the right side as the left./ Making the design symmetrical. You got one steady hand man

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you. Practice anything long enough and you’ll master it😎

[@lilithadams1156]

So incredibly pleasing to watch. Just subscribed! My dream is to start my own custom shop one day & if I can get to your level of precision I think I'll be ok. Love it man

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you so much. Never give up on your dream.! 😎👍

[@andrewaskeland5425]

I have admired your work all over the Dekalb/sycamore area since I started pinstriping in 2015. Man I would love to paint with ya someday and learn a few things!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you much. Maybe one day our paths will cross!

[@chopper_Bob_customs]

Hey bendi do you do classes I’d love to learn from you I am an airbrush artist but struggle with striping I’m a local guy by you out of Elgin

[@PeteRoberts-sy6ug]

Awesome job man, love the clear precise instructions, matching each side to each other and the different pressures seems like the key and self confidence to just try it!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you so much! 😎

[@karltite128]

I have taken up striping and lettering at a late age and having fun. My problem with striping is not brush control it's getting the "look". I know practice. It's 1:52 am and that's what I be doing. Thanks for sharing. Good day.🖌️

[@rickbendi8709]

I used to look at everyone’s designs. Back in the day there was no computer so I went to car shows and took pictures of the designs I liked. Then practiced my ass off to try to imitate it. It took awhile but gradually you’ll see yourself improve. And it’s ok to copy other work. Everyone has .eventually you get your own style. Passion , and not giving up is the key. Good luck. Thanks for watching 😎

[@andrebartels1690]

You make it look so easy

[@rickbendi8709]

😎thank you

[@nickv1008]

I lettered a lot of signs with one shot paint, Ronan was my next preference, quality paint and brushes make for easier work. I pinstriped shadows, borders, am happy to see brushwork is still alive. 👍👍

[@rickbendi8709]

I grew up using one shot. It was great. Then they sold to other companies, and there quality went down hill. Ronan sold also , but so far the quality remains. Thanks for watching 😎

[@nickv1008]

@@rickbendi8709 I think it was in the 1980s, EPA was out to remove lead and chrome from paints, lots of pressure to go to water thinnable paints. Car paint was also adversely affected, lot of scale and peeling. Brushes arent the same either. We washed in spirits, then kept in motor oil or mineral oil, one guy used lard, rats ate the hairs, i miss those Russian squirrel hair brushes. Ah, to be 60 again....👍👍🙏

[@silentone1658]

So nifty to see how it is actually done, thank you !

[@rickbendi8709]

😎thank you for watching

[@ronnieprevatt4804]

I started about 6 months ago . I’m getting better. I love it.

[@rickbendi8709]

Passion and practice. Have fun😎

[@shawn6632]

Thank you! You just made me realize I'm pinching too far down on the ferrule thread. I get nice lines and decent symmetry, but I can't pull the short turns. I'll work on rolling the brush more. Great camera work that really shows the hand position!

[@rickbendi8709]

I’m happy that I was able to help. You sound like you’re determined to do your best . That’s the passion you need to be great! Keep on strokin.! Thanks for watching 😎

[@joelfritz3834]

You’ve always been the best! Worked with you at royal coach, I know you knew my dad! See you soon my friend

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you. Hope to see you soon😎

[@mariah.garrigus]

Really nice job. This video was way helpful then all the others

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you😎

[@allanmercer8044]

Dude, you make it look so easy.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you. It’s just practice. You can do it to.

[@markargentine6259]

Watched a few times. Good tips. Thank you

[@rickbendi8709]

@@markargentine6259 thank you for watching

[@rustyrodgarage2686]

You make that look so easy.nice work!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you. 😎

[@KFLY67]

Thanks I just Subbed! im thinking about picking up the brush again and practicing.

[@rickbendi8709]

Great! Have fun. Thanks for watching

[@magnanimus9692]

I know this is random but I gotta say I love your voice and the way you talk/explain things. Subbed. Would love to see more vids of you pinstriping stuff.

[@rickbendi8709]

I’m always self conscious about the way I describe the process. Thanks you ! It means a lot. 😎

[@bighutch9660]

amazing. You're an incredible artist.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you 😎

[@1-shotslinger108]

Tip; always do your final palleting on fresh newsprint [not the pile of paint] It will sharpen the brush more.

[@c.trammell]

This looks like such shit lmao

[@shaineriches4369]

That is so frikkin cool!! Awesome!!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you for watching 😎

[@GhostGPN]

that looked really clean man appreciate the advice

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you😎

[@GhostGPN]

@@rickbendi8709 no problem my man very artistic🎨

[@frankm8533]

Man looks good! Ive been into pinstriping forever been thinking about trying to start practicing again. I was always into drawing but not really any good Lol I tried to attend art school long ago but didn't work out

[@rickbendi8709]

That’s cool, it didn’t work out for me either. I just did it on my own. Looked at other people’s work and tried to imitate it. There was no internet to learn from. No one would tell you there secrets. This is a great time to start! Grab a brush and start stroking ! Practice and passion is the key. Have fun!

[@sll-tt6bj]

That's a pretty design man I've been practicing with a Mack brush but find them harder to make the turns I know it takes practice practice practice I noticed you have your brush trim any tips at all maybe on other brushes anything would help

[@rickbendi8709]

If you want to do scroll or make dramatic designs. Try a brush called BOBO. It’s made for fancy designs. I can get scrolling with my Mack 13. 00 but you got work with it. I hope this helps thank you for watching

[@TheAmerind]

That's some steady hand, i can't even draw a smooth line with a pencil.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks for watching 😎

[@kennethtalbott2233]

super. getting some brushes and giving it a go.

[@rickbendi8709]

Have fun. ! Thanks for watching. 😎

[@wjewell63]

Excellent video for a stone cold rookie...thank you

[@sll-tt6bj]

That's really cool I just can't get a Mac brush to work in the turns i know it takes lots of practice trying the kafka brushes

[@rickbendi8709]

Keep working on it. It will get there. Thanks for watching.

[@TIBORANGE]

Thank you very much for this video!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks for watching

[@1214rock]

Amaizing bro , you have the prepair of paint ???......what class the paint is?....acrilic or sintetic?

[@rickbendi8709]

@@1214rock thank you. The paint I use is Ronan lettering enamel. I thin it a little with mineral spirits . Thanks for watching 😎

[@winzlofttv8108]

nice one sir...very good artist...WINZ LOFT TV here

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you much👍

[@nickk3085]

Wow! You are fantastic

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you much for watching😎

[@TheRockStar04261999]

I want to start getting into this as I saw it at a car show recently and have always enjoyed the freehand look. A question I do have is what do you do if your lines become not symmetrical?

[@rickbendi8709]

Symmetry comes with practice. The more you do the better the symmetry. Draw a grid to try and make the lines the same on each side. Brush control and the thickness of the paint are important. Be patient. It will get there😎 thanks for watching

[@samyouledelmadani]

I'll give it my best 🤞🤞 and thanks 🤘

[@jackkeeling3982]

Seriously skilled man. Just called dad in to watch with me🤣

[@rickbendi8709]

😎thank you much!

[@eduardomanzini1403]

Antigamente se via muito essa pintura no Brasil 🇧🇷 principalmente nas carrocerias de madeira dos caminhões, pelo menos em São Paulo já deve ser bem raro, infelizmente, abraço, de Interlagos, São Paulo.

[@jamesrankin9833]

Good stuff

[@barryschneider7314]

Good stuff! Thanks for posting

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks 😎

[@Mdread78]

whoa this is soooo awesome! 😮

[@rickbendi8709]

😁👍thank you much!

[@TheGurkSpad]

Tried pinstriping today. Can tell you all it aint this easy like this guy makes it 😂

[@rickbendi8709]

@@TheGurkSpad 🤣thank you. But practice makes perfect. You didn’t want to see my first attempt 😎

[@mistermacgray]

I have zero artistic abilities yet I'm going to dive into this world. My hand sometimes wants to shake like a person on a morphine withdrawal, but i have to get over that and tell myself I need to relax.

[@rickbendi8709]

@@mistermacgray 🤭my old sign painter teacher had slight Parkinson’s. But once he started lettering he was steady. Don’t let your lil shake scare you, if you want to do it bad enough,you’ll find a way 😎thanks for watching

[@mistermacgray]

@@rickbendi8709 it's my ADHD that makes me want to rush. 35 Yeats old, time to learn something new.

[@rickbendi8709]

@@mistermacgray I understand. you can do this. Just keep practicing, put on easy listening music and concentrate. Good luck and have fun 😎

[@rcfred_689]

Hi Rick - do you have a video that shows straight lines? I have a model airplane that has a lot of pinstriping on the wings - most of the lines are straight. Thank you!

[@rickbendi8709]

No I don’t. But straight lines are the hardest to do. Especially if you can’t move your hand in a consistent motion without obstacles in the way. I suggest masking the lines off with “fine line “pinstriping tape. That would make a nice tight line.

[@rcfred_689]

@@rickbendi8709 ok thank you for the reply - I will let you know how it goes -

[@ErinHoward-r7n]

I never considered doing this before but i gotta steady hand. Ima give it a shot. Where do you get the brushes?

[@rickbendi8709]

@@ErinHoward-r7n you can go on line. I use “Hanson 13 Mack 00 “ practice hard and you’ll get it. Have fun! Thanks for watching 😎

[@Vaultgirl27]

Do you have or could you show a video of what to do when you need to clean off a line? Ill eventually be doing a lot of long, straight lines on my car and i know ill need to do it at least once! 😂

[@rickbendi8709]

I’ll try to. But in the meantime, let’s say you make a mistake…you take a rag with a lil mineral spirits on it and remove the bad spot. Then re do it. I still make mistakes. Have fun😁

[@merindarodda7945]

You are SO good!

[@rickbendi8709]

😊thank you much!!

[@Creeksneak24-7]

Wow! I shake and move around too much to pinstripe. Love how it looks though!

[@rickbendi8709]

@@Creeksneak24-7 thank you😎

[@ClassicAutoRescues]

What kind of paint do you use? Could you use automotive paint that’s already reduced and mixed? Would you recommend doing the stripes before clear coat or after? And what do you do if you mess up? 😂 Thanks for the great video.

[@rickbendi8709]

I use Ronan lettering enamel. Thin it with a lil mineral spirits.you can NOT use automotive paint. It’s not made for pinstripes or lettering. Most pinstriping is done over the clear. Although , you can clear coat over stripes if you want. If you mess up , you are able to wipe it off and try again. Once it dries ,it’s tough to get off. Thanks for watching 😎

[@beccathetiger7557]

Im thinking of getting into pinstriping has a hobby. Definitely going to be watching more of your videos. What brushes do you recommend to a beginner?

[@rickbendi8709]

I like the Mack’s “Hanson King 13” 00. Double zero is the size of the brush. I feel a 0, or number 1, is to much brush. ( thicker lines)You can get it at www. Mackbrush . Com have fun. Thank you for watching

[@Michael-xl8dz]

Why did you know the name of you fingers thumb index tallman(ie) L.O.L. Great channel really enjoyed your dome thumbs up to you Sir.

[@rickbendi8709]

🤭😎thanks for watching

[@newcreationbear610]

What paint/kind of paint would you recommend using on a helmet? I’m going back and forth between trying something myself or getting my buddy to do a custom piece, but either way, I want to make sure the product is correct

[@rickbendi8709]

I use Ronan lettering enamel on everything. You should clear the helmet after it’s done with automotive clear. Thanks for watching 😎

[@_big038]

Ima study this!

[@eross21]

so cool. what kind of paint is this? also. how is it thinned down for clean up. is it laquer, mineral spirits, acetone?

[@rickbendi8709]

@@eross21 I use Ronan lettering enamels. I thin it sparingly with mineral spirits. Clean up with the same. Thank you for watching 😎

[@eross21]

@@rickbendi8709 very cool. yeah i’m actually looking at using this for screen printing on guitar pedals. apparently a lot of guys use sign painting and pinstriping paint instead of ink when printing on metal. i’m gonna give it a try. I tried pinstriping a long time ago when I was airbrushing racing helmets. i could never get my paint to flow for very long. you make it look so easy. nice work

[@rickbendi8709]

@@eross21 I’ve done lots of striping on merat. It works and holds up great. As for thinning… it all a mater of feel. You don’t want it to thin, or to thick. Just play with it. You’ve done it before so I’m sure you’ll be great at it!!!

[@TheeMentalNomad]

Rick. I love your videos man. You get yourself into some cool projects. How long have you been doing this?

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you. Lol! About 40 years. I used to letter the tavern windows in Chicago for Old Style beer. I’ve lettered striped just about everything. Hot rods, guitars, motorcycles, coffins,clothing. It’s been fun. Thank you for watching. I hope I can help people with these videos. 😎🙏

[@TheeMentalNomad]

@@rickbendi8709 it certainly helps me. An ex graffitti guy going into signwriting/striping. Thank you

[@ziggybome]

@@rickbendi8709 k

[@vinnycruise]

Might be a silly question Do pinstripers use much else to experiment/practice design? Do stripers keep sketchbooks?

[@rickbendi8709]

Not the ones I know. Your sketch is on the item your striping. I keep photos of the designs I do, and occasionally look back for ideas and past inspiration. Thank you for watching

[@ellishemenway59]

Felt like I was watching chopper bob ross awesome work

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you 😎

[@mikehirsch9621]

Dude u have skills. What brush is good to use I'm trying to learn this? Thanks

[@rickbendi8709]

I use a ( Mack “Hanson 13. 00 ). 00 is the brush thickness. It gives you thinner lines 😎thanks for watching

[@breadgarlichouse2265]

once you are done putting your lines down, do you have to put a layer of clear coat on top or any other extra work?

[@rickbendi8709]

Nope. It’s good to go! Thank you for watching 😎

[@davidmalave6451]

What kind of paint is that you use ?

[@rickbendi8709]

I use Ronan lettering enamel. Thinned with a little mineral spirits . Thank you for watching

[@DeeDago]

I've been wanting to learn for a long time what is a good starter kit that you recommend?

[@rickbendi8709]

I would get a few Ronan lettering enamel colors. Some mineral spirits ,for thinning the paint and cleaning your brushes. A 00 pin striping brush and a couple lettering brushes. Then just practice. Watch as many videos as you can until you understand the concept . Good luck , and have fun!!!!

[@dorthychavira290]

Hi, I'm an artist but never did pinstripes. My uncle has faith in me to pinstripe his car. I'm nervous. Can you please tell me what type of brushes and paints I need ? And what do I do if I make a mistake? Can I just wipe off ? Thank you

[@rickbendi8709]

😁well, let’s see🤔I use Ronan lettering enamel. I thin it sparingly with mineral spirits. I use a Mack 00 pinstriping brush. Look on line, you can find everything. Now….for doing the job. Practice on something first. Get comfortable with the brush and paint. If you like the way it’s going then do the car. Make sure the car has no wax. ( clean it with mineral spirits) while the paint is still wet you can remove the mistake with mineral spirits and a rag. Don’t get discouraged. It took me a long time to achieve the quality I wanted. Good luck and have fun!!

[@dorthychavira290]

@Rick Bendi Oh, thank you so much for your help. I will definitely purchase the items and practice 😊

[@toddguinn8365]

Does it matter what kind of brushes as well?

[@rickbendi8709]

@@toddguinn8365 yes. I use a Mack 00 Hanson 13.

[@thomasjohnadamranger7]

Hey, question here if I may. I bought a harley with black denim paint and some pin striping on it that is fading. How do you safely remove the striping without hurting the bike paint?

[@rickbendi8709]

I used oven cleaner in the past. But I’m NOT sure what it would do to the denim paint job. ( I’m assuming that’s satin ) I would try a small spot somewhere that’s not noticeable . Other wise go to a body shop you trust and they might be able to buff it off. If you use oven cleaner ….mask out the area, wear gloves and mask , don’t get it anywhere you don’t want it! It’s nasty . Leave it on for a few minutes, rub it off and repeat if necessary. Then wash it with water. Water neutralize it. ( on a shiney finish, you can buff it back to life if it fills dulls down , butt I’m not sure about the denim finish ). I would try the body shop first. They know paint. Thanks for watching

[@1-shotslinger108]

IMPORTANT paint consistence

[@bee2333]

Is it straight out of the can or did you reduce and what reducer and brand of enamel

[@rickbendi8709]

I use Ronan lettering enamel and thin it with mineral spirits. Thanks for watching

[@scottrodcustoms1]

Just starting out. What sword type brush will turn the easiest? I'm flaring out every time I try my cheap Mack, so I stick with my Kafka scroller, but people keep telling me to learn the sword. UGH!

[@rickbendi8709]

I don’t own anything but Mack swords. My favorite is a “ Hanson mack 13 “ double 00. Try to use more of the tip of the brush when doing scrolling, the shorter hairs toward the heal of the brush will not fan out. When your doing longer lines without scrolls you can lay the whole brush down then ease up and just use the font end for your turns. It’s a feel. You’ll get there. Hope this helps. Thank you for watching

[@1-shotslinger108]

Excellent

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks😎👍

[@Silvijs]

I do hydrographics, this is some thing that I want to add to my skill set. How are these brushes called?

[@rickbendi8709]

I use a “ Mack 00 “pinstriping brush. The lettering brushes are called “ quills “ good luck. Thanks for watching

[@dibiodepaint]

Keren👍👍

[@barnyardgarage]

Man you make that look easy LOL 👍👍

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you😁

[@mylesjohnson7351]

What sorta paint are you using I’m an airbrush artist but I’m interested in getting into hand painting

[@rickbendi8709]

I’m using Ronan lettering enamel. I thin it with a little mineral spirits

[@alexcharneski7597]

Noobie here, what kind of paint should I be buying to hand-paint bike parts?

[@rickbendi8709]

I use Ronan lettering enamel

[@alexcharneski7597]

@@rickbendi8709 thank you!

[@rogerbeauvais1123]

Very nice

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you 😎

[@abdullahzerieni5667]

What kind of color is good to draw on a car without being affected?

[@rickbendi8709]

I use a blue Stabillo All pencil for light color cars and a white Stabillo All pencil for dark color cars.( for sketching the design). Then I pinstripe the car. After the paint dries I use windex to remove the sketches. I hope this what you mean. Thanky for watching 😎

[@rickbendi8709]

Also I sketch very light as not to score the vehicle paint.

[@pumpkintown]

What do you use to thin the one shot or paint with?

[@rickbendi8709]

I use mineral spirits to thin Ronan enamel. They say your supposed use turpentine for one shot. Thanks for watching

[@grillojimenez2719]

Which paint do you recommend for this ?

[@rickbendi8709]

I only use Ronan lettering enamel. I thin it with a lil mineral spirits 👍thanks for watching

[@3yron]

Bada Bing is right, sweet work

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you😎

[@georgewilliamssr5230]

My hands are way too shaky these days anymore. But I do love my airbrush.

[@rickbendi8709]

😁👍😎

[@MRB-eg7hb]

Great vid, new sub

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you 😎

[@dunebuggy1286]

How often do you lay a finger into a wet line?

[@rickbendi8709]

@@dunebuggy1286 I try not to but it happens occasionally. If it’s a crowded design, I use a mall stick 😉

[@rickbendi8709]

@@dunebuggy1286 thanks for watching

[@naturundhund]

Wooow 😮

[@gh0stmal0ne]

Nice one!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you

[@boneal4942]

Awesome!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you!

[@FranzPartello]

What kind of paint are you using here

[@rickbendi8709]

Ronan lettering enamel. Mixed with a little mineral spirits. Thanks for watching

[@fitnesswitness1311]

Where do one get the pin stripe brushes?

[@rickbendi8709]

Look up Mack pinstriping brushes. I use the “Hanson no. 13 00”. It’s a great brush. 00 is the size. Have fun. Thanks for watching

[@andrewjones17]

Dude that was sick

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you😎

[@dakotaevans1768]

The Bob Ross of pin stripe

[@rickbendi8709]

🤭thanks for watching

[@reUoA]

Fenomeno!

[@rickbendi8709]

👍😎😁

[@doobiedobbie]

Nice

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you!

[@AlexandrKarmanov-uv5bp]

Alright, I’m just going to pay someone, because that is like Picasso, and I’m on 2yo with crayons level.

[@rickbendi8709]

🤣🤣😎thank you!!!!!

[@sll-tt6bj]

Do you have pinstriping classes by any chance

[@rickbendi8709]

Possibly in the summer. I’m talking to some people who can help make it happen. I’ll keep you posted. Thank you

[@sll-tt6bj]

@@rickbendi8709 I'm in Louisiana which state are you in

[@rickbendi8709]

Sorry , not at this time. I’m in Illinois. Just keep working on it , And a lot of questions will be answered . I didn’t have anyone show me anything. I just wanted it bad. You can look at the internet now for tips and ideas. There is no secret to it. Just practice your butt off 😁😎thanks again!

[@anzacforever832]

What sort of paint is used and do you think it out

[@rickbendi8709]

Ronan lettering enamel. I thin it with mineral spirits, thanks for watching

[@anzacforever832]

Do you have a ratio or just play and practice till I find what I like ?. Thank you

[@rickbendi8709]

It’s a matter of feel. You’ll know when it’s right. To thick and it will drag, to thin and it will run. Have fun

[@fazrikurniawan7377]

How you get the line center in helmet?

[@rickbendi8709]

Measure it best you can. Then I take a piece of 1/8 “ tape ,and eye ball it. Then once you get the best you can , take a “ Stabilo pencil and mark it. Peal the tape and go to work. 😎thanks for watching

[@diamonddetails9445]

EPIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIC 😎👍💯 👀

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you!!

[@Richiebones]

You make it look easy brother lol

[@rickbendi8709]

Ha, thank you. Practice and patience. And anyone can do it. Thank you!

[@Richiebones]

@@rickbendi8709 yeah I am going to give it a shot . I can only gain from it . My situation is I will tear it down 50 times before I get it how I want it .

[@sorrowsaddy]

What kind of this color call ?

[@rickbendi8709]

The striping color is black Ronan enamel. The fender is metallic Aztec gold. Thanks for watching

[@muskyclam5835]

Thanks man

[@rickbendi8709]

😎👍