10 Tips for Better Airbrushing - HC 357

[@JesseRiley]

7:55 is the most profound advice from Vince I’ve ever heard. I think I’ve re-listened to it 19 times now to just parse the profundity of it.

[@Darkrikou62]

This way of using the airbrush is an eye opener for me.

[@jasont5427]

Agreed! It makes a huge difference. The practice method that really worked for me was using a piece of paper and creating medium size dots or lines then doing smaller ones just to get the practice in before shooting the model. It really helps with your patience & precision (honing in that muscle memory), esp when doing multiple colors/highlights.

[@harderairbrush]

We are stunned by how well he pronounces this German word :-)

[@dekai7992]

😁

[@codelicious6590]

Many might miss this so let me advise, absolutely the EXACT timestamp! 7;55. lol

[@harderairbrush]

Vince, as ever, wonderful, practical, helpful content. Thanks so much for joining with us on this. All of us involved in this effort really appreciate your help.

[@Zargarox]

Literally just bought a new H&S infinity, or I would pick this up. Thank you for the generosity and initiative.

[@fabianlinka7679]

Was looking for a new Airbrush, and these two are just beautiful pieces of art. Thanks Vince for making me aware, and thanks HS for your support for the Ukraine.

[@ObjectiveAnalysis]

Ukraine was taken over by western-funded neonazi terrorist groups in 2014 (the original invasion) and have been killing and terrorising Russian-speaking Ukrainians in Donbask ever since. Funny how no one was interested “helping civilians” then.

[@harderairbrush]

@@ObjectiveAnalysis Thank you for your comment. I hope that you do not mind if I admit that we do not understand all the politics and history, and I am sure that we are unaware of many things. This is why we choose to make the focus of this about helping children. H&S has been involved with children's charities for many years, so this is in keeping with our previous work. We would like to be a friend to artists of any nationality. I hope this clarifies what is important to us better for you.

[@ObjectiveAnalysis]

@@harderairbrush yes thank you I appreciate you taking the time to reply and I apologise if I came across as harsh but I just assume pro-Ukraine political propaganda because it is everywhere right now. Very frustrating! Worthy cause children and animals do not deserve to suffer ✌️

[@MTFTabletop]

Vince, you have long been my living encyclopedia of painting techniques. I feel like you've really taken your instruction to the next level, lately. Thank you.

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad to help :)

[@PsychoMongoose]

The tip on holding the airbrush like that has instantly improved my control of thin paint. Excellent video as always!

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad to help!

[@Thornspyre81]

The reassurance and confidence building advice is just invaluable.

[@benweinberg3819]

Hey, I just busted out the airbrush and caught this as it uploaded. Perfect timing Vince ;)

[@spindleweed]

Hey Vince, I did a class with you before the plague and I just wanted to thank you for making this video because it put me back on the right track with a lot of airbrush basics and saved me a great deal of frustration!

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad I could help!

[@bigpigni]

Harder& Steenbeck have a customer for life after the way their customer service treated a recent problem i had. Not only do they have high quality products they have the customer service to match. This info only reaffirms my love for this company.

[@TheTarv]

I just got my first airbrush after painting minis for about 5 years. Your videos made my first real experience with one an absolute delight. Only did a black prime and a basecoat just to test it. But 0 clogs and an extremely smooth experience. I can't thank you enough

[@NoNiceUserNames]

This was a much needed video on using an airbrush for detailed models. Very helpful

[@drh414]

First time I was happy with the result from my new airbrush was following this guide, thank you

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad it helped!

[@seanmcgrath2049]

Really pleased to be able to pick up one of these airbrushes and support the cause. One minor note (that I actually only learned last year): saying "the Ukraine" originates from when it was still a Soviet region (like saying "The South" or "The Midwest" in the U.S.). Russia has continued to call it "the Ukraine" in an effort to undermine the country's sovereignty. Calling the country just "Ukraine" not only identifies them as an independent nation, but also pisses off Russia! 😃 Win-win! Thanks for the as-always great video. 🎨🖌❤

[@thekraden04]

Russia uses the same prefix when addressing Alaska. Food for thought.

[@requited2568]

Used even before the USSR. It is, was, the borderland, Polish, Russian and Turkish. Like everything else and the name changes, some take it very seriously.

[@thekraden04]

@@requited2568 including Russians.

[@harderairbrush]

Thanks for joining us Sean.

[@bbtdltd8081]

I mean Kiev has been part of Russia since the 1600s long before the USSR (both the Ukraine Soviet Socialist Republic and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republic) and modern politics comes into it (just inconvenient in the modern times) so contextually that makes sense.

[@m-h5615]

Airbrush noob here, I was practicing with Getting Started WH magazine models(Marine, Necron, Stormcast) before I start painting Chaos Knights and I ruined all my test models. I found my mistake that I was pulling the trigger all the way backwards. Now I am practicing airbrush with just water. Thank you for your precious teachings!

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad to help out!

[@bbsphotography2187]

Sorry if this is the wrong video, I've watched a TON of yours recently and don't have time to rewatch 5 hours to make sure it was this video that had THE ABSOLUTE GAME CHANGER OF A TIP! "Hold your airbrush with your thumb under the lever to better control the airflow". Just airbrushed within inches of a model without spidering, spluttering, overflow, excess, or any other dumb problems. THANK YOU!

[@LemanoftheRussVI]

Got my harder and steenbeck recently from CK studious. This is a wonderful tool. Amazing control. The way the needle is manufactured in the .4 with its extra taper makes a huge difference. You get the benefits of smaller needles with out the hassle of a smaller needle set up. The trigger control is incredible

[@SubSonicEctomorph]

As someone who just got their first airbrush, I must say that your channel is a godsend! 💜

[@VinceVenturella]

Thanks so much 😊

[@harrisonlorens3585]

Vince, you never fail to impress. Just turned a couple of new hobby buddies onto your content and they love it, too. Keep up the fantastic work.

[@andreyp2810]

Hey, Vince! Thanks for another great video! And thanks for your kind words about my motherland, Ukraine! I'd like to ask you a question. As many other guides recommend, I use the next actions order: press trigger down (to release air) -> pull trigger back (to release paints) -> release trigger forward (to stop painting) -> release trigger up (to stop air). As far as I understand, this sequence of actions is necessary to prevent of getting paints into the air channel. When I dilute my paints to the consistency of a milk and load it into the airbrush, after releasing the trigger some paints remains are collected on the needle tip as a drop of liquid and when I press trigger to release air flow it "spits" that drop on my model with annoying drips. To avoid spoiling my previous painting I have to direct airbrush on paper towel, then press trigger down (to rid of that drop of paint), after that aim it on a model where I want it to paint, and only then pull the trigger back to release the paint. Otherwise, just remove the drop of paint from the needle by paper towel. For sure, during the painting session you have to press trigger hundreds of thousands of times and it's definitely weird and wrong, but I can't understand why is it happen so? You can see something similar on 5:53 in this video. Can you tell what I am doing wrong? Why this drop of paint collects on the needle and how to solve this issue? I'm using H&S Evolution Silverline and it is in a good conditions. No clogging issues, all parts are tightened well, trigger and needle move softly. Thank you in advance!

[@VinceVenturella]

One of the keys is to get more smooth in that motion, the less time you have the less that will happen, you can also always just start and stop off the miniature. Sadly, it will always be a threat to some degree, but if you’re working thin, it won’t really matter. Perfect shouldn’t be the enemy of good. :)

[@andreyp2810]

@@VinceVenturella Thanks again! I'll try.

[@dragonfist]

I am preaching all the time that people would need to dilute the paint more for airbrushing, now whenever I get into argument again I will send them your video to prove my point :)

[@bodotrenaud7441]

I don’t even own an airbrush, still watching

[@davidkilby1043]

Same here

[@williammountfield8508]

Same

[@philipvlummens]

Wonderful video Vince. It really answered some of the questions I had about using the airbrush for more than just priming! Thank you very much for sharing your skills with the hobby community.

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad it was helpful!

[@elliotpartney6724]

I took a little bit of time off painting, but I'm so glad I have your videos to help me get right back into it. Thanks!

[@joerundell8197]

Just ordered it, thanks for your support.

[@VinceVenturella]

Awesome, thank you!

[@an_average_minipainter]

Can't believe I have only just seen this. Brilliant video, very clear guidance, think it's really going to help next time the airbrush is out.

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bjornbeckmann3699]

Thank you so much for these tips! I´ve seen so many videos about getting better at airbrushing but #1, #2 and #5 were mindblowing to me. I can´t wait to test it by myself.

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kevinw.7299]

I'd recommend using a Tamiya anti static brush on large surfaces before spraying as it will then repel dust particles. Cheers 👍

[@dekai7992]

For a long time now, I've been debating getting an H&S Infinity with 0.2 and 0.4 needles, as my iwata eclipse hp-cs is a great alrounder, and I love it dearly, but it struggles with really fine, detailed work. Now, Harder & Steenbeck's collab with Angela Dmitrenko finally made me take the jump. Thank you, Vince, for boosting the signal!

[@harderairbrush]

Thanks so much for joining us - the support is incredible.

[@VinceVenturella]

Awesome, happy to help!

[@stefanblackadder5236]

Extremely valuable information. The tip on how to hold an airbrush will change how I paint!

[@stefanblackadder5236]

I could have used the lid to the airbrush but no, I learned how to spill it all over my pants. Acrylic paint sticks to skin pretty good. Oh, and don’t point it at your face to feel the air unless you’re comfortable with dual action. Meanwhile back at the boneless chicken ranch, the wife is rolling her eyes while trying to wipe the black primer off my face in between laughing so hard that she’s smearing the paint and making me look, well, punk. So yeah, knowledge is competence.😂

[@p_serdiuk]

A response from H&S regarding the technical features: "Regarding the airbrushes - the Squidmar is essentially an up-featured Evolution, whereas the Kyiv Infinity is an up-featured Infinity. Emil’s airbrush was up-featured with the Fineline head system, so this is the same for both airbrushes, but the back end is really where the differences lie. The Infinity has the trigger tension adjuster which allows you to really finetune your trigger feel and pull, and of course there is the memory function Quick Fix. This allows you to dial up a trigger setting, then if you wish, to release it completely to allow a full trigger pull to clear a needle tip for example, but then when you press the button in again on the QuickFix memory function, your previous trigger setting is back in play precisely as it was before. It’s a real game changer to fine work and really supportive for those last details during the make-or-break last highlights! Of course, with the Kyiv Infinity being built with an aluminium chassis, it is much much lighter in the hand than the Evolution. This IS a matter of taste. Some really like the weight of the non-aluminium airbrushes, but some swear by the light ones for longer painting sessions." I've also noticed that Squidmar has a built-in pressure valve in the handle while Kyiv doesn't. Hope it helps if anyone had questions. How I see it, I'll pick up Kyiv with the 0.2 mm nozzle for long sessions of very fine work, and keep Squidmar with the 0.4 mm nozzle and tightened pressure valve for priming, varnishing, and broader strokes with more viscous paint, reducing the need to change compressor settings.

[@harderairbrush]

Thanks for sharing that, Paul. By the way, your special Squidmar air valve will fit your Kyiv, if you want to try it out. Your idea of how to use them together is perfect. However, also, do try that 0.4mm on the Squidmar with a VERY restricted airflow (so low that you almost cannot hear it)... It will deliver texture effects and fine stipples with a level of control and directional accuracy that is really special.

[@xthetenth]

I'm trying to learn the airbrush, can you give me more detail on what the tightened pressure valve does? I was under the impression that for priming I'd want relatively high pressure to increase the flow through the airbrush, both to more completely atomize the paint and give a smoother finish and to allow a wider area dispersal for better coverage.

[@just_fireball3958]

This was all extremely helpful! I've understood the concept, but really struggled with trigger control. Instant improvement from trying out your tips on grip and thinning. Cheers!

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad it helped!

[@John-zm3eq]

Awesome video. I had been thinking about stepping up to an H&S airbrush and this tipped the scales. The cost actually goes down if you are in the US and the shipping was very reasonable. I also liked that they had a dark (black) color scheme since I wasn't too thrilled about a pink airbrush. Given the quality of the product, the very reasonable price and the fact that this is helping someone made this a very easy decision. Thanks again.

[@harderairbrush]

Thanks so much for joining us, John.

[@klausklausensen5042]

Thank u Vince! I hope I see my airbrush soon again. I'm actually not home for a long time

[@Darkrikou62]

Very impressive way to use the airbrush. I was so wrong, now I know why. Thank you.

[@D6save]

Brilliant almost immediate positive results following your advice Specifically regarding the ratio of paint to thinner, which I would never have done I;m going to need more paint thinner! I've struggled to enjoy using my airbrush because the results have never been good.That or the bloody thing keeps blocking. But with Atom Smasher's advice on how to keep it clean and your advice on how to use it I'm more confident to experiment now. Mind you I only tried it on terrain but it looks great. Thanks Vince

[@mrmlmxyzptlk6376]

Was looking to upgrade my airbrush and my airbrush skills. To get all that that AND be able to help people in need at the same time? Check! Done, and looking forward to trying these brushes. Thanks!

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad I could help

[@harderairbrush]

That's great! Thanks for joining us.

[@scrausch]

This came out a little too late, I got second place to you at GenCon. Congrats again and thanks for these videos.

[@matthewbirdsall9518]

1) Vince, your endorsement left me shaken 2) all these context building tips were very useful to hear (after lots of airbrush fumbling and struggles. Thank you.

[@justinrisen1929]

Just occurred to me though I knew it already but really looking at it..... my God Vince does love collecting paint from all companies and colors lol. The addiction is real haha. To have all that choice in paint would be amazing!

[@Rvdbarnes]

Great video, thanks. I Have been really struggling with my airbrush of late (H&S evolution silverline 2 in 1). I on.y use it for priming and base colours but it must’ve taken me 30 mins to base coat 5 marines this week, constant blocking/needle clearing and a sore finger to boot. I am going to try dialling it back with the fitting on the end as you suggest, thin my paint more and drop my pressure from 30psi.

[@VinceVenturella]

Hopefully this helps, but if you run into issues, hit me up.

[@tmarcb1296]

Been eyeing an infinity for a few months, waiting for money. Pulling the trigger now though because imma get one eventually and ita a good cause. Having some issues with the check out process but very excited for a good fine airbrush

[@harderairbrush]

Thanks very much for joining us Ethreain!

[@tmarcb1296]

@@harderairbrush still having checkout issues! Hopefully it gets resolved soon

[@HCerberusH]

You've inspired me to try something new with my Shining Spears. Thank you!

[@lamicrobio...engros5427]

I unfortunatelly do not have much time actually to paint but as soon as I can I will try that ! time to get beyond the basecoating ! great video thank you very much

[@VinceVenturella]

Have fun!

[@fireimp2007]

I had been looking for a reason to get a new AB.

[@craneduelista]

Bought mine! Thank you for bringing this up!

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad I could help!

[@crashingatom6755]

That turned out so nice. Sweet Pete.

[@milozdu1366]

Great vid Vince. The biggest suprise is that so few people actually talk about the importance of trigger control in YT vids when it comes to airbrushing. I'd also suggest people looking at Sergio Calvo or Angel Giraldez vids to see more examples of this trigger control at work.

[@user-bh6hn3qv8c]

Awesome video. Just got my airbrush and this is a great video!

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Misiodziej]

Were looking into painting my vast grey collection, stumbled into your channel, bought top tier airbrush. Thanks a lot, pal. Fingers crossed for 0.4 addon and Ukrainians. Subbed.

[@harderairbrush]

Thanks for joining us :-)

[@VinceVenturella]

Awesome, glad to have you along on the hobby journey.

[@danroberts007]

Very helpful video, especially as the day before I watched this one I was watching an Angel Giraldez video about airbrushing skin that wasn’t nearly as enlightening. He was jabbing his airbrush at the model repeatedly and, to be honest, I still don’t understand why this motion is necessary even though you are doing so as well in this one. The rest of your video was very clear, though. I’ve been airbrushing for at least 5 years, but not at an expert level or anything, so I always appreciate any tips I can pick up along the way. Going to practice your thumb and finger technique. If you can explain the jabbing motion with the airbrush towards the model, I’d appreciate it! :-D

[@VinceVenturella]

It's shortening the cone, remember, your airbrush is producing a cone, the farther you are, the wider the end of the cone, so Angel (and myself here) are pushing forward as the paint is coming out, then pulling back as the paint is stopped and just the air is sprayed to dry the area under lower pressure.

[@danroberts007]

Vince Venturella ah! Got it. Thank you for the explanation. 👍😃

[@PlasticAddict301]

The Mads Mikkelsen marine is not what i thought i needed but it looks kickass :D

[@christophercassidy-schroed9169]

Loved this Video Vince. I have bought an Infinity CR Plus to.paint like Sergio Clavo, but I just couldn't get past the spider webs. This video has just made it click for me. Thanks so much!

[@rrekrut]

I was looking at getting an H&S CR plus next month. If this special edition is still available I’ll definitely be picking one up.

[@harderairbrush]

Thanks so much for considering joining us on this.

[@LCRRcreed]

new to airbrushing so thank you for the info!

[@VinceVenturella]

Happy to help!

[@paintwithfrosty4324]

I have just realised that my paints are still not thin enough after watching your videos! Gonna try it later!

[@VinceVenturella]

Have fun!

[@Philslifeandgaming]

Thank you. I will try again with my airbrush. Hope you are well 😀

[@VinceVenturella]

You’re welcome 😊

[@Philslifeandgaming]

@@VinceVenturella ready for a rap?

[@Philslifeandgaming]

I got this locked like a destruction god. This could get fishy like elven cod. You have wings of destiny, no need for a mod ,already loving the vids, will they like it, more than prob .you could make an ork pretty as a pixie, that's real , no plying, you will be forever, no lying.

[@xommul79]

Great tutorial, great cause too

[@VinceVenturella]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ThewickedVik]

I'm sold. I'll buy the HS if I can

[@davidkinniburgh2265]

Thanks Vince. Great tips. If you ever get a chance in your schedule, it would be great to see how you would use the airbrush to paint a split scheme marine. I’m not having much luck haha. Thanks again.

[@maizetoken377]

@Vince, I’m pretty new to airbrushing and have a question about general trigger usage. I’ve seen videos that emphasize always pushing the trigger completely forward before releasing the airflow to avoid clogging. For the “rock and spike” method at 6:20, it looks like you’re stopping the airflow at times with the trigger still pulled back a bit. Is that right, or are you still going forward past the nozzle cut-off point before you release? I ask because the technique you’re using above looks more natural and controllable than ramping the paint flow up and down every time…but I’m scared of clogs (and scared to take my Patriot 105 apart to clean it!). Also, my Patriot 105 has a very short trigger depression range…maybe 1/8 inch if that. Is that normal? Am I missing an adjustment screw somewhere? Thanks!

[@VinceVenturella]

You're not going to clog a 105 very easily, it has a large nozzle. You don't really need to follow that exact trigger disicpline, you will cut the air and such at a certain point. I think the way I work it feel more natural. Yes, that is pretty normal for range, you can extend it, but different airbrushes will have different gives. The journey of trigger control is finding the control in that space.

[@maizetoken377]

@@VinceVenturella Thanks so much!

[@dwaynegeorge2124]

I know video was a year ago and I would of loved to get that airbrush but I’m just getting started in airbrushing and miniature painting

[@Wijkert]

Have been watching some great Spanish painters recently and they seem to, more than most other painters, alternate between the airbrush and regular brush. Using a lot of glazing like you also showed in this video. Planning on experimenting with that more.

[@travislankford9254]

Love all of your airbrush videos and this is another to add to the list. I've also debated on picking up an H&S airbrush; I think I've found a reason to push me over the edge to pick one up. And you painted a Blood Angel? Love the demonstration; too bad he won't be up for auction (or "fall off the back of a truck").

[@harderairbrush]

Thanks for joining us Travis.

[@JakeDogg-RIP]

Thanks Mr Technomancer! 🥰🐶

[@dmitriy8136]

Thanks for another amazing video Vince! Greetings from Ukraine :)

[@VinceVenturella]

My pleasure!

[@lovemysi07]

The thinning thing has been a major issue for me. Seeing you so 10:1 and really thin is a must.

[@sandaemon]

Oh, is it a pink/purple airbrush with turquoise-ish trigger? A match made in heaven

[@VinceVenturella]

Yes indeed.

[@scotchandhobbies5674]

Heard about the new H&S airbrush during Warhammer Weekly, saw the video pop up today, 2 minutes into the video and paused to order the brush. Been meaning to get a new brush anyway. I'm happy with my Badger Patriot 105, but I want a new brush with a small needle so I dont need to constantly change that Patriots needle all the time and this seemed like a perfect time for that

[@jc7997aj]

Been rocking the 105 for a long while and got Squidmirs airbrush as present for myself this past Christmas. I still use the 105 as my workhorse and basecoat airbrush. Using squids h and k for the details. I will say these h and k's are so friggin beautiful you almost dont want to use them ... almost lol.

[@harderairbrush]

Thanks for joining us!

[@harderairbrush]

@@jc7997aj thanks for the compliments, but we want you to get them full of paint and working for you!

[@bencoomer2000]

The new chapter: the ULTRASmooths!

[@Rich-in6ds]

I followed the tips in this video but had terrible problems with spider webbing. I restricted how far I could pull back the trigger and even dropped the PSI down as low as 20 but with such thin paint, it wasn’t drying on-contact with the model and the constant stream of air between pulls of the trigger was just moving it around.

[@VinceVenturella]

It takes a bit of practice with exact trigger control. That being said, you can take the PSI down to 10, that can help.

[@KrullMaestaren]

This is a great video. I always start with running a bit of flow improver through the airbrush, think I learned that from you. Never really managed to clog it up yet. Many others use a lot less thinner like they are scared of it but isn't it better to thin more than less? We can always do one more layer. Noticed the thumb and was going to ask about it 😊 Really good idea and I will try it because I pull the trigger to far back 👍

[@helotaxi]

It's better to use the right amount of thinner for what you're trying to do. Thinning too much has it's own set of problems that you'll end up fighting rather than focusing on your technique and trigger control. Thinning correctly is part of learning different techniques and expanding your capabilities with the tool no different than learning how much to thin for layering and glazing with a regular brush.

[@christopherheintz2634]

Overthinning can weaken the binder, only real drawback.

[@fateweaver9844]

Less is more. Thin as much as you need to for the job. If you are priming a large model like Gundam or a 40k Landraider you won't need to reduce that much as you will be spraying from 3 inches away at around 25 to 30 psi. Obviously for smaller detail you would move in closer and drop psi to 15-20. I spray Stynylrez primer through my Patriot at 30psi without needing to thin it down.

[@greglohman6750]

So when you thin paint for airbrush this much, what are you using? When i use airbrush thinner beyond a few drops my emulsion seems to break.

[@VinceVenturella]

My standard mix 80/20 Thinner/Flow Improver. It is important to use a paint or ink with a good pigment density.

[@helotaxi]

If it's breaking that quickly, something isn't right even if you're using straight water to thin. Make sure the thinner and paint are compatible. Tamiya, and I'm sure others, make alcohol based acrylics and using the thinner for water based acrylics with those or the thinner for those with water based will completely wreck what you're doing. If that isn't the problem, it's still possible that the paint doesn't like the airbrush thinner. Rule that out by using just water, with just a touch of flow aid and medium added. If it's still breaking, I'd quit using that paint in the airbrush.

[@keithdamien3715]

Thanks for the great video and especially for spreading awareness of the Kyiv Infinity airbrush. I had no idea they were doing this. Reading all the endless praise the Infinity gets I have been wanting to get one for a while now. With a great cause and being in my favorite color purple I had to get the full set. Also anyone considering buying one. You should really just go for it. Not only is it a great cause to support. Ordering directly from Harder and Steenbeck makes it cheaper than a retailer. If you buy the full set you basically get the custom holder for free and help support children and their families through some very hard times. Thank you to Harder and Steenbeck for doing this and to anyone who helps support their work.

[@cbpainter1632]

Great video and cause. My question is what is your process for switching out between colors and how do you fit it into your workflow without losing efficiencies?

[@VinceVenturella]

This video here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHvGmJlpZttoiLc and this one - kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3ase6ZnmJmVqbM

[@adraxagatone8480]

Again a real eye-opener!!! What's your advice for thinning Contrast-paints?

[@VinceVenturella]

Same as with the inks, a lot of thinner, but you can use any thinner, you don't need contrast medium.

[@adraxagatone8480]

@@VinceVenturella Thank you for your answer. Is it with inks 1:10 too?

[@VinceVenturella]

@@adraxagatone8480 Generally in that area, as always depending on desired impact.

[@adraxagatone8480]

@@VinceVenturella I'd like to achieve some kind of glazing or layering to slowly build up paint and achieve a smooth transition on my Emperor's Children Chaos Marines. So, so you think 1:10 would be the right ratio?

[@utakuryukko2023]

Great video that I started to put in use, and it works. Thanks. One thing I noticed, though, when going to high ratio of thinning is that the paint goes more and more satin then glossy as the ratio increase. At 1:4-1:5 it starts to be quite visible. When glazing it's highly visible. I'm not sure where this is coming from. I'm using a premix of Vallejo Airbrush thinner (85%) and Vallejo Airbrush flow improver (15%).

[@p_serdiuk]

That is normal. You can use AK Ultra Matte Varnish to kill the gloss.

[@milozdu1366]

You could add water into your mix which will help reduce the satin. I often use a 40% Thinner, 40% water, 20%.

[@VinceVenturella]

Yep, I always just varnish afterward. :)

[@Xanthira222]

With this kind of thinning ratio, what do you use to thin? Thinner, flow improver, water?

[@tombrand236]

I imagine thinner. Maybe also a drop of flow improver. I use Vallejo, they’re very good

[@VinceVenturella]

Standard ratio mixture I use for everything, 80/20 Thinner to Flow Improver.

[@jc7997aj]

@@VinceVenturella i have to ask because ive argued with myself over this ... is there an actual difference between thinner and improver ? Ive tended to use them interchangeably which ever was handy or more full. Also in the same vein for restoring older paint ... thinner, flow improver or water ?

[@fateweaver9844]

@@jc7997aj Thinner lowers viscosity so it's more liquid. Flow improver is thinner and lubricant combined which lowers surface tension allowing paint to flow better over the needle resulting in fewer issues with spatter. It also means you worry less about tip dry as less paint drying and building up on the needle.

[@VinceVenturella]

@@jc7997aj Yes, there is a difference. Thinner, is generally just acryllic medium, but sometimes has some additives. It's just paint without the solvent or pigment. Flow Improver is an additive that reduces surface tension. Think of it like dish soap. Hope that helps.

[@mattbrown5234]

Hi Vince, do you have any thoughts on how things pre-mixed air paints like Army Painter or Vallejo are compared to what you’re recommending for this kind of work? Would you add thinner to those? Thank you!

[@VinceVenturella]

They are fine for this task and in general, yes, I would still thin them. I thin everything. Everything.

[@waaaghmaster1958]

Thanks Vince, just wondering, do you also thin your primer 10:1 when priming models with an airbrush?

[@fateweaver9844]

Depends on primer. Most primer works best not thinned sprayed at about 28psi. Most primer is thin enough. I would say no more than 10 parts primer to 1 part reducer. Reducing does give you more material to work with if you are looking for cost effectiveness

[@VinceVenturella]

So my general rule with primer is 1 thinner to 4 primer. Primer is generally thinner base.

[@ajali5602]

Thanks for the great advice! How much does your thinning change, when working with airbrush colors like the Vallejo Air line?

[@fateweaver9844]

Typically prethinned don't need lots of reduction. I'd go no higher than 1 part thinner to 10 parts paint. The inverse of what Vince did. Thinning paint is a learned skill. Not all paint lines are similar viscosity, hell 2 colors from same manufacturer can by a strange circumstance can be different viscosity.

[@VinceVenturella]

I thin a little less in those cases, they are already pretty thin, so there is more like 4-5 to 1

[@FJrifleman]

Beautiful job, great video, quick question (I'm going to try out thinning my paint as you did) what air pressure do you run when doing minis? I usually paint much bigger scale, but due to the hobby sucking me in I want to spray smaller lol. Thanks.

[@VinceVenturella]

ABout 18-20 PSI

[@jelly.1899]

Do you have a video about mixing your own thinners and such?

[@VinceVenturella]

Nope, but I mostly use a standard mix of 80/20 vallejo thinner and flow improver.

[@MentoliptusBanko]

This is the way Angel Giraldes and Marco Frisoni are using the airbrush. And I have been trying to use it this way for some time...but I lack the trigger control needed for this. I have a H&S Evolution (without Airflow Control)...do you think an Infinity with the Airflow Control would help?

[@VinceVenturella]

The airflow control can really help, it can make sure you just can't move the trigger back, but ultimately, practice is the best policy, especially when combined with a grip like I show here.

[@Heromanwithaxe]

Vince, I am struggling mixing offwhite/ivory in the airbrush. Would it be smarter to premix it, and what mixing ratio should I use? Thank you a lot for all the tips and tricks on your channel! :)

[@VinceVenturella]

In general, with white, I work something like 5 to 1, thinner to paint.

[@Heromanwithaxe]

@@VinceVenturella Thank you! It worked like a charm :)

[@magic7924]

Hi Vince, thank you for this video, always learn something new from you so thank you! May I ask what paints you are using on this miniature as that red is gorgeous!

[@VinceVenturella]

Pro Acryl Red and Burnt Red.

[@magic7924]

@@VinceVenturella many thanks sir for the response

[@noahwilson422]

Hi Vince. Thanks again for a great video. This is not exactly the right forum. But since I haven't been able to contact H&S, I thought I'd post here in case they happen to check in. I attempted to order one of these airbrushes but during the checkout phase I keep being redirected back to the beginning of the checkout phase where it asked me to reenter my credit card payment information. It's become an infinite loop. I got put in a different infinite loop when I click on the contact link on the website so I'm not sure if it's their website or if it's my device or browser. My guess is that it's their website converted to mobile is somehow not working correctly. I just thought they should be aware of the issue since I'm one customer who hasn't been able to order a product there may be more. Thanks again!

[@VinceVenturella]

That one is beyond me, but I am sure they will get back to you.

[@earthad1000]

With my infinity I feel like i need to thin it so much and crank the PSI-30-40 to get it to come out. Otherwise it clogs so easily. .2mm needle, vallejo air paints with vallejo thinner. Any thoughts? love your videos, thanks for sharing.

[@VinceVenturella]

Well, in general, you want to work very thin, as you saw here, if you're not getting good flow, then thinner is correct, generally you want to work very thin and build up. That being said, a little flow improver in your thinner mix is a good element as well, my mix is 80% thinner, 20% flow improver.

[@rufinoacevedo1996]

Thanks for sharing so much of your experience and the constant encouragement. Does the compressor you use with the air brush matter? I have a tankless master very cheap compressor. Should I invest in a replacement with this airbrush?

[@VinceVenturella]

The compressor doesn't matter too much, a tank is nice though, but something cheap like a master with a tank is fine.

[@smc873]

Hey Vince, probably the best airbrushing video I've seen. Thank you for taking the time to help us novice airbrush users. You mentioned spider webbing but what PSI do you usually spray at?

[@VinceVenturella]

So it's my standard 18 PSI, but you have to have a very fine trigger control, if you are still having issues, go down to like 10 PSI.

[@ballerteddy]

Hi Vince, thx a lot for your tutorial. I have a question. When you are working wiht a solution of 9:1, 10:1, 12:1, what pressure do you use? I never use these much thinning. Thx for your answer

[@VinceVenturella]

So it's my standard 18 PSI, but you have to have a very fine trigger control, if you are still having issues, go down to like 10 PSI.

[@bensdn3969]

Hi Vince, once again, thank you for your content which is, as always helpfull. One question, how could I avoid accumulation of paint in the recesses, especially with white inks used for zenithal (Airbrush H&S évolution CR+). In advance thank you.

[@VinceVenturella]

It's basically a trigger control challenge, you need to lighten up on the pull and the air, you could also just turn down the air pressure, that can help aleviate it.

[@420alphaomega]

What paint should you avoid putting in your airbrush? I got some fluorescent paints from scale 75 which are very 'gel' like and thick which I assume would be terrible in the airbrush?

[@VinceVenturella]

Yeah, those thick goopy Fluorescents are pretty terrible. If you want airbrush fluorescents, Golden Hi-Flows are your way to go.

[@mattcappelli5822]

Great video! I see the ratio you are using. What do you recommend to get lighter tones? Do you take that base color (1:10) then add a lighter color and continue to add thinner? And how many layer colors do you typical use to get the smooth transitions?

[@VinceVenturella]

Yep, exactly that progression (as you saw with the grey here), it completely depends on the colors and the goals, sometimes a dozen or so if I am working a competition piece, but usually 3-4.

[@imcrazyblah]

does the silly putty pull the paint off? should it be clear coated prior?

[@VinceVenturella]

It shouldn't though if you want to be ultra safe, varnish can help, but I've never had it pull up paint that was dry.

[@imcrazyblah]

Awesome. I have my first airbrush on the way and am a bit nervous. You just make everything look so easy ​@@VinceVenturella

[@Krullio]

Vince. Could you (if interested) do a video on painting glass/ glass effects. And I don’t mean a lens or a gem, but making a square look/give the impression of actual glass. Won’t be see through like clear plastics as used on cockpits, but i have been wondering about this for quite a while and always skip doing something like that. I always think about a loaded brush technique for it, but not sure of that is they way. And I have no clue on the colours that would look realistic.

[@VinceVenturella]

Sure, I’ve done some on mirrors and there isn’t much difference there.

[@Krullio]

@@VinceVenturella thanks will have a look.

[@beetle5000]

Omg, tip number 2 was a complete light bulb moment, it so obvious now you’ve shown me that! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@JakeDogg-RIP]

I know it be a good airbrush coz I has the squidmar one that very similar 🥰🐶 much better seeing proceeds go direct to helping, unlike the billions sent by gov 🥰🐶

[@markgnepper5636]

Great stuff friend 👏 👍

[@Lerbrandt]

Hey Vince great video as always. I was hoping you could answer what, if any, protection you apply to your models after they are completely done being painted. Do you apply a matt varnish? Do you spray it or apply it with a brush? I get many conflicting suggestions from people in my hobby circle so hoping you could answer which method you fall in to. Cheers.

[@VinceVenturella]

Mostly none, that being said, I have many videos on varnish and such. That also being said, with display projects where I am worried about finish, I will often varnish with ultra-matte throughout the project to protect from later steps, create save points or even out finishes. If I need to varnish the model, I paint all matte paints, varnish, then do the metallics. I never, ever, ever varnish metallics.

[@thedisliked23]

A little confused. At one point you say if your airflow is too high, you can use the stop on the back to limit that. Isn't that to limit the amount of paint (pulling back) as opposed to limiting the airflow (pushing down)? Pulling back has nothing to do with airflow right?

[@VinceVenturella]

You are correct, it can still help your general pull, but you’re right yes.

[@thedisliked23]

@@VinceVenturellathanks! your vids are always super helpful!

[@kostek83]

I am very beginner when it comes to airbrushing. I have h&s ultra. It's much better than the budget one I used to have, but I still can't achieve precision when it comes to trigger operation. It's more likely my fault than the airbrush or inappropriate dilution of the paint. I'm wondering whether it's worth investing in Kiyv or whether it's better to learn the technique

[@VinceVenturella]

In general, the tool you have should be sufficient, it's likely just practice, but it's a difficult learning curve to get the exact control down. In the meantime, you can always try lowering the pressure some.