Thinning any Acrylic paint for the Airbrush Can be SIMPLE and EASY

[@SomoneTookMyName]

I use that craft paint all the time. Working on large models and using the small bottles of expensive paint is just pointless. I save that stuff for the small models. I will say that I have found that the metallic craft paint is simply amazing. I will even say that it is better then the pricy hobby paint.

[@DieTabbi]

What craft paint for metallic or others, any example? I would like to try it

[@TheCreativeCollector]

@DieTabbi I just used the art craft metallics from hobby lobby and they worked fine

[@MadAl37]

Wow, great video. One question, how the heck did you do the inside of that Dr Strange cape. There's a video all on its own.

[@sarahschwass8618]

Awesome instructions, dude! I am just learning about airbrushing and your comparison video really helped me!

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Glad to hear it!

[@gregbernal3237]

Windex works better than water for cutting the cheapest craft paint

[@yvesdubois4964]

Thank you for this very informative tutorial and this very clear demonstration. Excellent. 👍🏻😉🤝🏻🇨🇵

[@zealwing]

Love these videos helps a ton for people starting out the fact that you share your information is awesome as some people would just keep them to themselves really appreciate it! sharing the love for art no more buying sideshow statues or others.....lol love your paints!

[@PhD777]

Have used Ceramcoat by Delta for over 40 years on 15mm to 120mm metal, resin, hard and soft plastic miniatures - still love it! Have been in the hobby since 1972; own complete ranges of Vallejo Model Color, Vallejo Game Color, Army Painter, extensive parts of ranges by Andrea Color, Citadel, Reaper, Life Color, Scale 75, Tamiya, and original Humbrol enamels(1970's), Genesis (the granddad of Reaper - mixed in buckets by a Sherwin Williams house paint store!), Polly S, and other hobby paints; uas well as extensive amounts of Golden, Winsor Newton, Liquitex, Grumbacher (from the 70's), and hand-mixed professional artist-grade oils and acrylics! With all of that to choose from, I still use Ceramcoat on EVERY miniature I paint - and have since I started using them 40 years ago! 👍🏻🎅👍🏻

[@Maleboligia]

Thank you for the video, I use 3 coats with the cheap paint and it seems pretty good, takes time but most of my painting is not on a schedule. All brushed paint, always with at least 1 coat of gesso as a base. Keep up the great videos, going to give this a shot today. Love the hoodie!

[@Jawsofhana]

Gesso on miniatures, won't that clog details?

[@jonthompson5772]

Great advice. Thank you. Ive got a ton of folklore paints that I thought I was going to toss. I'll use your examples and mix up some and see how they come out.

[@Jack-lr4hv]

How did they come out?

[@georgemoonman2830]

the tamiya paints you showed are acrylic - the X20A thinner is alcohol based exactly the same as the vallejo thinner you showed, you can also use X20A with other acrylic paints tamiya do also sell mineral oil based paints (enamel) for which you use X20 (no A) which is a mineral spirit based thinner

[@Felow_thetherianYT]

Tysm for saying that the paint can be maybe too thin, I thinned my paint to the level it's like water and when it came out all the paint just flew away I'll try this tomorrow New sub!!:D

[@JLMag12]

Thank you Sir. You were most helpful.

[@frankieryan2840]

I’ve just started air brushing and modelling your video has been very helpful and useful 👍

[@jasonacosta7662]

Man its all your fault thanks to you I started this hobby now happily addicted lol and finishing my first model 1/4 scale hulk from 3d wicked. With no expierience nit even doing minis just what I have learned from you and greedy 3d and ground effected i have seen all your videos keep them coming.

[@jayers79]

I'm very new to this, could you please explain what a wash is and what its supposed to do?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

It's basically watered down paint this allows the accented pieces to stand out.

[@ct810]

How much flow improver? A drop or 2?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Usually 3 drops does it

[@markforster6457]

10:15 - They're also economical because you get so much more paint in a bottle. When you can, please make a video that covers brush painting acrylic paint. I cannot afford an airbrush. Many thanks from a brand new subscriber!

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Thanks! We'll see if we can get a video done for that soon.

[@krisg6258]

I went to temu and got a self air powered airbrush for about $20. Its not a professional but it does work

[@elgallo8734]

You should 3d print a spiderman 2099 🤟

[@laurieransom2105]

Quick question, can this also be used for wooded models. I have a wooden model of the Star Wars Jedi grappling pouch and it needs to be airbrushed. How does the paint stay without peeling of? Should I use a primer? Well that was more than 1 quick question but I really loved this video and have you on speed dial. Thank you for sharing. Laurie from San Francisco.

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Yes Laurie you can use it on wood.Just make sure your surface is free from oils and dust and you shouldnt have any problem with the paint sticking. You can also use a good clear coat over the top of it. Thanks for tuning in!~

[@kibbycabbit]

What thinner brand do you recommend if I mix 2 colors from Mr Color and Tamiya? Am I expected to mix thinner from both brands?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

You can use one or the other. I think both of those ate made by the same company

[@CyclopsGuitars8642]

I can’t find a video of how to thin Nitrocellulose Lacquer to paint the border of guitars

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Might want to search on KZbin. I don't know anywhere specific

[@shanewatkins4822]

Thanx so much

[@petermcalley6208]

G'day mate how ya going, thanks so much for your advice, I am just new to airbrush painting. Some bloke reckons 45psi is what you need, well that's BS. Thought I'd try 25psi and after listening to you, well you just confirmed what I thought. Thanks again champ, I've subscribed to your channel to keep up to date, so all the best mate thanks again Peter(aussie at Melbourne)

[@alexandercruisey2880]

Thanks man, just gave me a nudge to not skip the small steps. Appreciated

[@khashcpt]

Hello, can I use water to thin out my paint ? What other options? Thank you

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Yes you can!

[@KibaRanger_Kou]

Just picked up my first air brush kit. Without a doubt the best video on the subject. Top stuff, champ!

[@hazerddrezah]

Do you have a video about clear coat or sealing can you tag me thank you

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I dont at the moment. I go through it in almost all of my painting videos. Not much info other than what I use.

[@dhamongrimwulfe5401]

General concepts I’m fine with. With hours and hours spent on a project I’m reluctant to just apply my theories. Sure there’s parts you can try on. It’s awesome to have content like this for the input. Subd for sure. 👍

[@ashhart420]

I need a lot of help, I'm new to using air brushes and idk what I'm doing, I can't afford airbrush paints so I'm using acrylic and distilled water to thin it but I can't get the consistency right, is there any way you can give me advice

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I mean, this video says it all. It can be done, you just have to get the volume right, and on this video I show you how.

[@ashhart420]

@@TheCreativeCollector I tried the method you recommended and the paint still came out over thinned

[@davidfonseca7061]

Thank you for your video I make cosplay ears and tails which I airbrush however lately when i shave the fur off the fabric and airbrush my paint onto the fabric , it bleeds and spreads this has never happened before and I am wondering Did the fur i purchase was old and because of which when i shave the fur and paint in the fabric its smudging or its hot because of which there is moisture in the paint which is making it spread and bleed or something wrong with my compressor or should i use some sort of primer before spraying im so confused any advice would be useful

[@PhD777]

Excellent informative video! New subscriber. 👍🏻🎅👍🏻

[@markvenn230]

Thanks for the vid. Very helpful to me, a newbia at airbrushing!

[@manuelcruz2256]

Very great tips thank you for sharing, im definitely gonna buy an airbrush now. 🎨

[@MegaSkulltaker]

Thx for the great info...grtz from Belgium...btw I'am a member of you'r channel for a little while

[@gregbernal3237]

Car windshield fluid and u will not have. Mixing problems

[@ErwinKamperdijk]

Good tip on the tamiya. I don't often use tamity but i always did it wrong using the wrong thinner. Thanks again

[@mederosyx412]

Popsicle sticks 🗑️ Old paint brush ✅

[@R.D.R.NIGHTINGALE]

Not finished video yet but already very helpful. Cheers.

[@dwightatnorthernstar1820]

ultimate test is craft acrylic white gloss

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Any white paint will require a few coats but can still be thinned

[@tigertanktoo]

New subscriber here. Thanks for the easy to understand “how to” video. My wife uses those cheaper paints for her canvas paintings and I always sneak them to my work bench to use on my models. But it’s just for hand brushing. Not anymore 😁. Thanks again.

[@nikolajc7617]

Put a stainless steel ball from a ball bearing in the paint bottle as a mixer when shaking.

[@rhazelrig]

Thank you for making this. Love your videos!

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Thanks for watching!

[@keithmarriott1210]

Thanks so much ! What I’ve learned should solve my airbrushing problems!

[@chauffeurmarco]

I have small bottles of acrilic paint but the result is bad. It paints but also spitting, if I may say. I know I'm a newbie but I've try lowing the pressure, raising it, but does the same thing. Is it the bad quality of the airbrushs because they all do it. I have two same Mastercraft pen size and a 0.8mm Yosoo pistol. This last one I bought it at $64

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Maybe try and use some flow improver when you mix the paint. And you can also strain your paint too. This might help.

[@joeb564]

Doing some research before getting into modeling. Good painting tips. Thank you.

[@kennedysamarakody4925]

Do you wear a ventilation mask while painting? Because I read, some of these paints may have VOCs.

[@TheCreativeCollector]

If I'm spraying metallics and enamels yes. Acrylics don't have strong vocs so I wear just a mask.

[@IcanCwhatUsay]

Hey I just watched your video on spaying uv through an airbrush. The comments are turned off so I’m commenting here but I was wondering if you’re still using this method and if there’s any draw backs

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I have not. It was mainly just a small experiment to see what the results were.

[@samwhite3504]

Have you ever tested commercial acrylic paint similar to what you can buy at Home Depot or Lowes? Are their top brands as good for air brush work as the hobby paints you show?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

It's a different type of acrylic paint due to the polymers in it plus it's not really meant to be thinned like you'd need.

[@geordieceltic2]

Thank you for your advice and guidance.

[@How-to-by-Lou]

this is great! No fancy mum bow jumbo

[@PyramidHeadChris]

"Can be easy and simple " make an 18 minute long video

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Don't like it...don't view it. THAT'S easy and simple enough!

[@dhamongrimwulfe5401]

18 minutes is a “drop in the hat” for hobbies.

[@inmylifeoutdoors5243]

Thanks so much for this great video. Can I use Distilled water with Vallejo paints as a temporary quick fix? I have on order the Vallejo thinner but I needed this print painted before Sunday. Thanks again

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Yes, absolutely.

[@maytenegrete1923]

Thank you so much for this! Do you think that adding fabric medium (for example Liquitex has one) will effect the consistency and recipe?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Honestly Im not sure since I've never used that medium. You can try it maybe before you apply it.

[@bebopkirby]

One problem that comes up with all these acrylics is once you use the paint it starts to slowly thicken and dry up around the openings. Then when you thin the paint , it does not matter how much time and effort you put into the process, any dried speck of acrylic paint will not dissolve. So if you are experiencing problems running any these paints , consider straining the paint somewhere in the process. Many cheap and easy ways to do this.

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Very true! But it's near impossible to get them through a strainer without thinning them first.

[@briancota4544]

I’m new to my airbrush. Great video to get me started. It seems difficult to get paint. How do you secure yours? Thank you!

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I get mine from a local hobby shop but I also use Amazon.

[@rzor12387]

Now that we have this how about a video on Making your own contrast paints and doing a comparison/review. I know there's many videos out there but after your slapchop video I'd be interested in your take.

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Thanks. I've been thinking about that idea and may do a video on it here soon.

[@demus89]

Anyone use this method and paint for gunpla?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I have. It seems to work fine. You just have apply thin coats or you tend to get brush strokes in your work.

[@demus89]

@@TheCreativeCollector great to hear I'm trying to get back into using my airbrush after so many failed attempts at learning how. I'll try your method thanks a lot!

[@wesleyjohnson597]

As far as mixing goes the best thing you can do is find some small ball bearings and put one or two in each bottle then you can shake it up effectively

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Glass beads. Bearings can rust.

[@martinmccloskey4206]

Do you or can you spray the tamia acetone paints with an air brush ? anyone know?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

You can but be sure to do it in a well ventilated area. The fumes are brutal.

[@martinmccloskey4206]

@@TheCreativeCollector ty so much for reply one more qk question plz man ,,,can i spray water based acrylic paint over a actone based primer?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

@@martinmccloskey4206 I'm not 100% sure. Most likely not.

[@tennentssuppa]

I don't do miniatures, but I'm interested to know how you do your detailed masking?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Honestly I don't mask anything. It's too time consuming so I just hand paint whatever.

[@MsSplashIt]

New to the craft and struggling I must say. Paints comes out like water. I have used 2 drops Vallejo thinner and 3-4 drops Vallejo surface primer. I put the thinner first and then the primer and mix it with brush but not really getting the paint effect like you ….

[@TheCreativeCollector]

You might be adding too much thinner. Add an additional 2 to 3 drops of primer to that amount of thinner.

[@MsSplashIt]

@@TheCreativeCollector thanks I will give it another go

[@johngoyer9935]

Question... after painting could you use airbrush gloss and if how thiner ues?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Yes you can. Just thin it accordingly.

[@kevinchapman2730]

what PSI Do You use

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Around 30psi

[@gregbernal3237]

U have to have a good online Air filter because air compressor has water straight

[@TheCreativeCollector]

That's with any paint

[@DungeonPrinter]

Most of your vids that I've seen you skip over the priming step- just curious do you thin out your airbrush primer? If so, that's the ratio? Hopefully I didn't miss this in a video somewhere. Starting my first airbrush project and am playing catchup.

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Usually I skip the priming steps because I just use a rattle can. If I use a bottled primer (which is very rare) then I just thin it the same way I do my paint.

[@DungeonPrinter]

@@TheCreativeCollector Thanks, I appreciate the reply!

[@stlewis17]

Having trouble finding "Anita's". Is there another inexpensive craft acrylic that you'd recommend for airbrushing? Thx.

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Any acrylic paint you find at Michael's or Hobby Lobby or a crate store will work.

[@stlewis17]

Got it, thx@@TheCreativeCollector

[@sophiegielis3745]

Hello can i use life color acrylic thinner for other acrylic paints such as vallejo or am i better off with still water?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

If you're using craft paint then I'd go with water. Paints like Vallejo can be thinned with water or thinner.

[@ibrahimkesici9780]

Hi, for Vallejo paints, do you thin them if you are using normal brush or just for airbrush?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I thin them for both

[@DarksouIjah]

What about Tamiya and Mr Color as those are two different types of acrylics?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I mentioned Tamiya. Mr Color I don't use so I wouldn't know.

[@UIV7096]

Awesome video! Quick question if I want to use acrylic paint on clothing like a pair of jeans and do a acrylic paint splatter on a pair of jeans to give some design do I need to use the medium flow product after I’ve painted my product and let it dry? So that the acrylic paint will stay once I wash the jeans in the washing machine and or keeps the acrylic paint from cracking? I found this on Amazon: Mont Marte Premium Acrylic Flow Medium 8.45oz (250ml) And lastly.. I do a paint splatter design on my jeans without the medium flow product. Would it be any issue down the road with me washing the Jean material later like the cracking and peeling of the paint? Does the medium flow product seal and glue the acrylic paint to the Jean material.. Ty

[@TheCreativeCollector]

You might want to look into fabric paint. Regular acrylic paint will come off over time. Fabric paint has a polymer that adheres to cloth better.

[@UIV7096]

@@TheCreativeCollector Ty

[@rommycougar]

That’s awesome, is it possible to airbrush on mugs?! Thank you 🙏

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I've never tried it on ceramic but maybe if you have a good sealer you can.

[@kiwungie]

Do you have to thin clear coats also?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I use a rattle can so no. But regular paint yes.

[@kiwungie]

@@TheCreativeCollector I've been using rattle cans for some time and I'm transitioning to airbrush, so even if I airbrush i can clear coat with a spray can?

[@jwh475ezc]

What do you think about using the cheap craft paint as you describe on larger surfaces, like 12 inch square?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Should work fine. I use it for larger spaces so I dont use up my expensive paints.

[@jwh475ezc]

@@TheCreativeCollector Thanks and btw, nice video, very helpful!

[@yvonnenorris6258]

Can you thin regular craft store bought primer for the airbrush ?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I haven't tried the primer but I would use a different psi for it if you tried. It tends to be thicker than normal paint.

[@jenniferregan9713]

Just getting into the airbrush world, once you thin the paints would you recommend storing any leftover? Also looking at making some custom colors, would you recommend mixing the paint and storing it without thinning? Any issues spraying on fiberglass?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

If I have a larger batch I mixed up I'll store it with the thinner in it. Be careful though. I've seen it seperate from the thinner before and gloop up. I havent had any issues spraying on fiberglass but just make sure your surface is prepped well.

[@jenniferregan9713]

@@TheCreativeCollector as I watched your video it doesn’t seem to matter a perticilar brand or is there a good happy medium? Like one that you recommend, I’ll be spraying a large surface fiberglass fish mount replica.

[@bluelabel222]

how bad is the smell if you use thinner instead of water ?? or does it matter??

[@TheCreativeCollector]

With paint it's not too bad, but if you're spraying a large part it can be. Just wear a respirator or mask.

[@SelwynJean-c2g]

Thanks good tips

[@JonathanMyron]

every time I try to mix the water and paint the paint just separates from the water I mix it with a brush but no matter how long I mix it it still separates pls respond (I use mr color btw)

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Pretty sure Mr Color requires their own thinner. It's not water based

[@JonathanMyron]

@@TheCreativeCollector ok thank you

[@joshcoffey2422]

Tamiya mixed 50/50 with water sprays fine

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I've never used water with Tamiya. Didn't know you could.

[@angelo_g965]

Would I need to wear a mask using that air brush fluid

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Its a good idea to yes.

[@syndalsimpson774]

can you pre make and keep in a bottle or is it best to make right before?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

You can definitely pre make it.

[@bgdrewshowers7411]

okay for all my cheap acrylic paints paints like apple barrel paints I use windshield washer fluid and it works pretty good for me so far never had a problem

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I've used clear windex before too

[@andrewstambaugh240]

If it's like the washer fluid here in the USA, that's methanol based. I'm no safety nanny, (I use acetone without gloves). But methanol is the toxic kind of alcohol that should be contact minimized. (It's also why you pour off the 1st few jars when distilling and the reason freeze distilled alcohol like apple-jack gives a bad headache). I'd suggest instead using a mix of ethanol or ipa and distilled water.

[@tonyruggz4487]

As mentioned I would also like to know how you did the inside of Stranges cape..really special that is. Good vid and nice work you do.

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Thanks. I just hand painted the inside based on a reference pic. The squares are already sculpted in. It took a long time to do it.

[@tonyruggz4487]

@@TheCreativeCollector Fne work..all what you do. Will subscribe. Thanks for reply. Regards

[@stevefox7961]

Thank you for your info

[@goforitpainting]

Really cool channel. I'm a new sub. ;)

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Awesome 👌 and thank you!

[@outlawfpv3792]

Great tips.....thank you

[@PeterAgostiniJdcap26]

From one modeler to another great tips ! 😎👍

[@PennyRosser-hg8yd]

Awesome to know !

[@jonathan21151]

I notice your used the Vallejo that isn’t for airbrush/air. I’m guessing you can use it as long as you thin it out?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Yes. You can use pretty much any paint as long as you thin it.

[@jonathan21151]

@@TheCreativeCollector do you think it’s worth having Vallejo air knowing you need to thin them anyway. Seems it’s better to just buy the other sets if you need thinner anyway.

[@TheCreativeCollector]

@@jonathan21151 I like both and the air series has some neat colors the regular paints don't have.

[@JustTryGambling]

Ain’t no way you use those printers in the background if you got models on top of those lids lol

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Actually yes I do. 1 is waiting on a screen but I use the others

[@JustTryGambling]

@@TheCreativeCollector do you take the models off every time you need to take off the lid or did you only put them up for the video?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

With the limited rom I have at the moment, I have to take a couple down every now and then but mainly they're up there for the video. I'm currently working on my new space.

[@eltenda]

Very informative as usual!

[@The_Goood_Sort_Of_Slob]

this is great!

[@CreativeEye1]

Great video!

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Thank you!

[@markmcguire6984]

Henry, do you make your own washes ?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I do some of the time but I mainly use Vallejo washes.

[@hanselrebello880]

🙏 thanks

[@edwardnash7411]

Put a bolt nut in your bottle it helps with shaking the paint up

[@TheCreativeCollector]

I usually use glass ball beads. That way no rust or oils from metal.

[@edwardnash7411]

Sounds like a better way will use it thanks@@TheCreativeCollector

[@martynbennettanother-pictu6483]

very informative Henry keep up the great work

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Thanks!

[@ravagerampage1981]

Does using paint with glitter or other special paints effect the air brush?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Yes if you don't clean it out. lol

[@ravagerampage1981]

@@TheCreativeCollector But they are still okay to use in a airbrush or is there something special you have to do?

[@TheCreativeCollector]

Since it was alcohol ink they were thin enough to use with no problem

[@roloreoandy9867]

Great video! Thanks for the tips!

[@TheCreativeCollector]

And thank you!

[@jerryh4400]

Thanks for this video!

[@TheCreativeCollector]

My pleasure!