We have made a brand new fantasy Universe with 10 amazing looking miniatures to paint! You can check out the campaign and support the channel - it goes live October 2022 here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/squidmar/champions-of-sona-75mm-resin-miniatures
One thing not covered in your video that a beginner (me) needs to know: What kind of space do you need to do airbrushing? Can you do it in your home office, or will paint get on your walls and desk? How do you set up your space to protect your surroundings? Thanks, great video!
You can get spray booth stations, that fold up and have an extractor fan built in . Some of these are desk top and about as big as a small microwave. Could help you
@@toasttoast789 Well, common sense would mean we dont need any details ever given if you see something. Why speak at all in an instructional video? Everything’s “common sense”.
@@RyanHipp no problem, I know places like Amazon sell them, might be ok for rattle cans as well but I’ve not seen any evidence of that but rattle cans seem to have a wider spray area so I would be careful.
I just want to thank you for taking the time to ensure there are Amazon links for Canada, Germany, US and UK. Being from Canada myself this saves me so much time scouring amazon and other websites for specific products that I see featured on my favorite channels. You are hands down one of the most diligent youtubers I've seen when it comes to how you present and organize information. Please Never Stop!
Oh man, 20 years ago, i had the eight color box set from Citadel. The ones with the black lids - and i had to wait for my next birthday to get new models ;)
To your credit sir, you are the most professional and thorough (when explaining) miniature TH-cam painter i have seen yet. Your content is very mush enjoyed, and appreciated.
Agreed... I can watch his videos all day and not get bored. The production quality on your videos is top notch and just a joy to watch. Please keep it up!!!
Another great video! I just wanted to add that for many disabled painters the pen style air brush is hard or even impossible to control. This was what I found. Then I discovered the pistol grip. I use the Grex Titium.TG3 which I have found to be fantastic. I am still learning the basics and need a decent compressor.... which is on my shopping list. I primarily use my airbrush for priming the model. I am not good enough yet for the detail. My last comment is wear a good mask. While the fumes are not toxic from most paints we use, the air does have particles of paint in it you don't want in your lungs. Trust me!
Dont know if someone already said it, but you should always remove the needle when dissassembling by pushing the needle forward. Remove the nozzle and air regulator first, then push the needle out. This way you wont draw dried or liquid paint into the valve and spring mechanisms inside the Airbrush. Also a Cleaning pot and cleaner set with a cleaning needle is very cheap and handy
I love this. Airbrush cleaner. Everyone says it. They are correct, but I paint miniatures and have an airbrush (I am by no means a great painter) but I can give a great tip. I am a long range shooter as well. Yes I mean long range rifles like out to a mile. If you get problems with your airbrush function then run bore cleaners through it. It works great. It will strip everything out of it and not hurt anything inside it. After that it will work better than when you first got it lol. Just remember great bore cleaners will have oil in them as well to protect so you can run alcohol through it right after. My bore cleaner does have oil in it but very little because it is meant to clean, protect, and not need a wipe out before firing. So it works great in an airbrush lol.
This is hands-down the best introduction to airbrushing video on TH-cam. I have watched so many videos on this subject and this one clears up everything in one video as opposed to multiple incredibly long ones. Thank you for uploading this!
Very well done! I have been teaching airbrushing for several years now, and you have covered most of the topics I talk about in classes I charge for (albeit I provide hands-on and projects). I will be referring my students to this video as a great refresher. Thank you for taking the time to CORRECTLY explain these topics. One critique: Nozzle and needle size can (and does) offer more control, BUT it is not significantly different. In most cases, nozzle and needle size is based on the construction of the brush itself. For example, a siphon-feed airbrush requires a larger nozzle because it requires more air to deliver the paint. The important thing is to PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE! It's the brush more than the needle size that makes the difference.
My father gifted me his 20+ year old dual action airbrush and he legit full cleans his airbrush every time after use and told me to do the same. Good I found out I can do it simpler but damn 20+ year and the needle is stil not worn out after exesive cleaning that's some quality
I've watched soo many videos of this specific topic that i know this by heart now. But this is the best video so far, not 100% complete or perfect, but really good. Recommendation: If you have the money the best compressor out there is the "SIL-AIR 20A", it's "Made In Europe" by an over 40yr old compressor-company, and is made of a refrigerator compressor, which means it's slightly louder than a whisper. It has an built in Tank, a Water separator and a Regulator = All you need.
What an excellent presentation! The knowledgeable and personable presenter speaks beautiful English, and has excellent delivery which gets so much more useful information over than some of the plodding British chaps! My interest is for model railways but I see no problem in applying this fellow's tips! Brilliant!
Your videos are like a Bible of miniatures for beginners. In two years from now I will find out and maybe show you how improving all these infos are for a beginner. Big thanks 🙏🏻
👑👑👑 I'm in the midst of releasing my dream miniature brush as well as some wonderfully sculpted miniature busts mid June 2020. It's something I'm really proud of and been working on for the better part of the last year. You can already pre register your interest on my Kickstarter page: bit.ly/3dKjmnz 👑👑👑
1 question tho: in the video you say the compressor should go from 10 to 40 bars, but the as186 you suggest goes up till 6 bars, what is the pressure you need?
I’m a beginner and recently bought a cheap dual action gravity fed brush. Then I bought the Master G22. I saw an Iwata Eclipse HP BCS (siphon-fed) on sale and got that out of curiosity. I dig both gravity and siphon-fed brushes. My compressor is the Badger Aspire TC908. This hobby’s dope.
Thanks! This has helped me get over my fear of trying out my airbrush. Bought one about a year ago and didn't feel comfortable using it on minis, so it stayed in the box. Now I have some crafting projects and this will help me break in that learning curve as the projects are way bigger than minis! I l really appreciate your attitude towards giving out info but to also keep it accessible and light hearted.
I have the same compressor. It’s a backup now because I bought an Aspire Pro TC910, and I love it. But, it was a luxury purchase, and I could have used my old compressor for years to come.
I have one of the Air tank compressors prior to buying an airbrush and I bought a $37 airbrush because OK good reviews and I’m not looking to spend a bunch of money this video is helped to build my confidence
This video was a great help for me as a first-time airbrusher. I was making so many mistakes but after watching this I am able to get a nice smooth finish!
Stoked I was at the dentist this morning and hadn't even thought I'd be buying a new model and that I'd end up here going oh needed those didn't realise I would have them already same day :)
6:20 This actualy is a very good advice. Not only for airbrushs. You never know if a failure / unsatisfactory result is due to your lack of skill or very cheap equipment. Also use "water separator" to remove moisture from the air and if your compressor has an air tank be sure to remove the water from the tank as it will accumulate there over time.
Phew, when you started talking about not getting a cheap one I expected regretting my choice for my first set, but then you mention sparmax as a mid tier one that would be fine and that's what I got
Thank you for those links and info. My biggest mistake was not getting the tank with the compressor. But spending a little to see if you like it dose help.
Thank you for making this video. Have just started revisiting the figure painting table after a 20 year absence & have a desire to try out airbrushing this time around. Your help here is a valuable resource to airbrush newbies like myself.
Thanks for this video! One thing I believe I missed was how important it is to filter your compressor air. No foreign debris and no water/oil in the air.
I use acrylic paints exclusively when I airbrush, and the best thing I have found to remove dried acrylic paint is denatured (not isopropyl) alcohol. Some denatured alcohol on a cotton ball will have my color cup looking just as clean as the day I bought it.
Great video! You are awesome man. And you are actually the only english speaking youtuber painter I’ve ever seen that knows how to pronounce “Vallejo” properly! Kudos for you sir!
Great airbrush starter video. Probably the best. I watched many before buying my airbrush and many after. I learned more concise and new to hobby friendly info from this video than all the others. When buying my stuff figuring out connections and fittings was a beast that almost prevented me from starting airbrushing. That's the only part of this video I felt was missing. Clogging the nozzle because I stopped with paint flowing and not just air?! Light bulb moment for me thank you!
Great video. I was given an airbrush a few months ago, but haven't had the time to learn. This tutorial was a great kick start for me. I will try the airbrush this weekend. As allows, love the comedic flare you add to the videos. Keep up the great work.
This video is much appreciated! i've never had an air brush before but i was concerned about getting one because i was worried about how to clean it and how to thin the paints. Your video convinced me that it was simple enough and to just go ahead and get it!
Thank you for another amazing tutorial! I'm nowhere near that level of skill that an Air Brush is in my immediate future...But in a year or two from now, I can see myself dusting this video off before I make a purchase. Thank you!
manga3040 Thank you Manga3040! I’ll take your words to heart and really think about it. I’m about to set up/build a new work area for painting in my home office. I will definitely plan/leave space for a compressor/air brush station. Thanks again. 😁👍
Totally got the compressor from your link it is really good only thing would make it better is a on off valve. really impressed with how quiet it is! Thank you for all your videos.
I'm at this step of buying an airbrush and compressor. Thanks for this video brother!! Now I just have to do the labor intensive of finding where to buy a complete setup. I don't want to have to bounce around to multiple sites and end up not having something critical like a hose or a pressure regulator.
Easily the best introduction to airbrushing I've come across, after much searching! Thank you very, very much. Hoping to get an airbrush soon and you've really given me more confidence for when I do.
Really Great video! Suggestion though: I wouldn't use anything like Q-tips to clean the nozzle, needle or cup as they have loose fibres which could block the flow of air or cause clogs. I prefer non-fibrous jay cloths or absorbant towels for the same job. YMMV.
THANKS FOR THE INFO! Just spent the week sanding a painting 3 inch tall Protectron robots. Making x-mas gifts. lol Printed them in ABS.. Panting takes up a lot of time. Keep up the good works.
Great vid. I would add just one thing: remove the needle through the front, not the back. This way you minimize chances that paint enters parts of the AB that shouldn’t see paint (trigger/air area etc).
Absolutely fantastic video. Well explained for beginners. Can I just say one thing though, when removing the needle from the airbrush it is always better to remove the nozzle and take out the needle from the front and replace it through the rear that way if there is any paint on the needle you are not dragging it through the entire airbrush.
Honestly this is one of the most informative videos I've found for the airbrush, especially when it comes to cleaning and maintenance. I recently got one as a gift, and have been a little lost. This has answered most of my questions though!
Honestly, I recommend considering getting an airbrush even just to primer your miniatures. This means you no longer have to worry about temperature and weather; I know for quite a while my time spent painting tend to decline during winter months before I got an airbrush. Also, it gives you an amazingly smooth primer coat that really helps when painting. I've branched out since then and used my airbrush more often in painting, especially larger miniatures and model kits. As a first airbrush for a beginner, or if you're just looking to pick up a reasonably priced, versatile airbrush I highly recommend Neo by Iwata; I own two, one I use exclusively for priming and one for painting and they're both easy and lovely to use. Both have a .3 nozzle but you can still get a good degree of precision from them.
i got my first real airbrush 6 months ago after 2 cheap chinese models i did a bunch of research and i went with the mr hobby procon boy ps289 platinum and i absolutely love it for around 100 you get a japanese made airbrush made in the same building as iwattas they come in .2 or .3 and from all the other people having the same experience as me i think there a sleeper air brush great for your intro to airbrushing and beyond.
At 10:09 we see a demonstration of the seldom mentioned SUCK function. This is good for correcting any mistakes you make. To use the SUCK function, just plug your compressor in backwards
I've had an airbrush for a couple of years, with very mixed success. I've also watched a hundred videos on how to improve. This video is by far the best I have seen. Next thing is to put it into practice! Let's hope I haven't scratched my airbrush too much with the excessive cleaning...
For the thinner you can use demineralized water it works quite fine instead of any thinner, what you can also use if you're painting in white is a winter windshield cleaner solution (the blue one) it helps getting a whiter white. To clean it thoroughly I use an ultra sonic cleaner it helps avoiding damaging/scratching any sensitive part, I also use some watchmaking cleaning solution with it. edit : if you're using heavy body acrylic you'll still need some medium as thinner about half water/half medium usually do the job quite well.
Almost two years ago i had an incident with my miniatures i had them in the box with paints and sprays and unfortunetly one of the GW sprays blow off and paint destroyd all my work. I was so f***** pissed off so i didnt took a brush to my hand till the last week thanks to You and your videos Ive decide to try one more time to have fun with painting miniatures thanks !
I actually do deep clean my airbrush after each painting session. I never know when I have time to airbrush again. If I'm sure I'll be painting again the next day then I'll skip the deep clean but I'll always do it the next day. If you clean with care, it won't cause problems. My challenge is usually to get the paint thinned to the perfect consistency. I use an H&S Evolution 0.4 for priming and an H&S Infinity 1.5 for the painting.
Nice tutorial. * Keep your airbrush in a glass of water and airbrush cleaner (never get any paint clogs ever again). * Have a bucket of water and submerge the front of the airbrush thrashing around a bit when changing colours to save a million seconds. * Use a toothbrush to clean the tip from time to time. * Always keep your tip clean. There are tons of airbrush hacks that makes life easier.
Thank you so much. This have given me a lot to improve the enjoyment of my airbrushing. The consistency of the paint is one thing i have had issues with and I really like the idea for backing up the air for mixing and cleaning.
Very nice and relaxed presentation, good tips, useful information, I like it especially you said to take the new airbrush apart and learn the inner workings. Good video, thank you.
Emil, you are a GODsend. This video is such a fantastic help for someone (like me) looking to get into airbrushing. Theres so much different information out there, and so many contradictory aswell. Having all this information explained simply and very clear on how and what, is just fantastic :D ps: I once bought an airbrush, (a Badger 150 which is NOT gravity feed) and a cheao compressor at a miniature/model store, and had tried it several times, and never got it to work right. By now I realise I got shafted a little bit by the seller, as both items were just not good for what I wanted to use it for. So no I'm looking at trying it again, but with a new Airbrush and Compressor. So this information is gold :D
Also Tamiya HG and GSI Creos Procon Boy products are worth mentioning. Those airbrushes are manufactured in the same factory as Iwata does. Great quality japanese pieces of art for reasonable price.
This is a fantastic video man I really appreciate all the info! I've been wanting to get into airbrushing for a little while now, I didn't know where to start. Thanks
I sometimes get the citadel paints for airbrush if it's a color I glaze with alot. That way it's already thinned alot. I usually still have to thin it a bit or add something to break surface tension depending on what I'm doing but it still saves me a ton of time. Since it works so well when glazing large areas of skin, I recommend having a few of the most used flesh tones on hand.
Good job. Bought mine a few weeks ago but only been using it for priming so far. Hopefully, I will eventually get to the point where I start using it a little more.
I just want to say thank you for your videos, I got back into miniature games and I have always enjoy paint and your videos on using a wet palette and a air brush have not only inspired but have challenged me to be a better painter
So much trouble for vleaning and maintenance. That and the cost of the tools make me wonder if I should wait a little longer before getting into it. Thanks for explaning everything so I don't waste my money! Great video!
Got same compresor and air tank you showed. Couple of minutes is super incorect. You can airbrush for max 20 sec before tank need to be refilled. You just get more soncistent air pressure.
Very informative video thanks a lot. Just bought my first airbrush and was wanting to know some good tips to keep it working in optimal condition. Looking forward to painting some sculptures this weekend! :)
This is a brilliant video, thank you. I've been wanting to get an airbrush for a long time although have been a bit unsure but I'm definitely going to go for it!
Hello Sweedish dude. Thank you for your video. Now i have finally invested in theese tools after dreaming about it for years. I am so exited. (and it helped a lot since i live in Norway and we use the same electrisity)
We have made a brand new fantasy Universe with 10 amazing looking miniatures to paint! You can check out the campaign and support the channel - it goes live October 2022 here:
www.kickstarter.com/projects/squidmar/champions-of-sona-75mm-resin-miniatures
One thing not covered in your video that a beginner (me) needs to know: What kind of space do you need to do airbrushing? Can you do it in your home office, or will paint get on your walls and desk? How do you set up your space to protect your surroundings? Thanks, great video!
Hes doing it on his desk so common sense says you can
You can get spray booth stations, that fold up and have an extractor fan built in . Some of these are desk top and about as big as a small microwave. Could help you
@@toasttoast789 Well, common sense would mean we dont need any details ever given if you see something. Why speak at all in an instructional video? Everything’s “common sense”.
@@olliewebb1459 Thank you.
@@RyanHipp no problem, I know places like Amazon sell them, might be ok for rattle cans as well but I’ve not seen any evidence of that but rattle cans seem to have a wider spray area so I would be careful.
I just want to thank you for taking the time to ensure there are Amazon links for Canada, Germany, US and UK. Being from Canada myself this saves me so much time scouring amazon and other websites for specific products that I see featured on my favorite channels. You are hands down one of the most diligent youtubers I've seen when it comes to how you present and organize information. Please Never Stop!
I’ve been airbrushing minis for 20 years and still watched this whole video. Great stuff!
Oh man, 20 years ago, i had the eight color box set from Citadel. The ones with the black lids - and i had to wait for my next birthday to get new models ;)
@@SquidmarMiniatures 00p
Me too on the paint set lol
Love how the beginners guide shows a really high end airbrush on the start image. Doh!
To your credit sir, you are the most professional and thorough (when explaining) miniature TH-cam painter i have seen yet. Your content is very mush enjoyed, and appreciated.
Agreed... I can watch his videos all day and not get bored. The production quality on your videos is top notch and just a joy to watch. Please keep it up!!!
Two years later… Agreed!
Still so good. Thanks so much @Squidmar Miniatures Your help is concise and to the point.
Another great video! I just wanted to add that for many disabled painters the pen style air brush is hard or even impossible to control. This was what I found. Then I discovered the pistol grip. I use the Grex Titium.TG3 which I have found to be fantastic. I am still learning the basics and need a decent compressor.... which is on my shopping list. I primarily use my airbrush for priming the model. I am not good enough yet for the detail. My last comment is wear a good mask. While the fumes are not toxic from most paints we use, the air does have particles of paint in it you don't want in your lungs. Trust me!
Dont know if someone already said it, but you should always remove the needle when dissassembling by pushing the needle forward. Remove the nozzle and air regulator first, then push the needle out. This way you wont draw dried or liquid paint into the valve and spring mechanisms inside the Airbrush.
Also a Cleaning pot and cleaner set with a cleaning needle is very cheap and handy
Similarly when inserting the needle you can also do it front to back to reduce the risk of damaging it.
I love this. Airbrush cleaner. Everyone says it. They are correct, but I paint miniatures and have an airbrush (I am by no means a great painter) but I can give a great tip. I am a long range shooter as well. Yes I mean long range rifles like out to a mile. If you get problems with your airbrush function then run bore cleaners through it. It works great. It will strip everything out of it and not hurt anything inside it. After that it will work better than when you first got it lol. Just remember great bore cleaners will have oil in them as well to protect so you can run alcohol through it right after. My bore cleaner does have oil in it but very little because it is meant to clean, protect, and not need a wipe out before firing. So it works great in an airbrush lol.
This is hands-down the best introduction to airbrushing video on TH-cam. I have watched so many videos on this subject and this one clears up everything in one video as opposed to multiple incredibly long ones. Thank you for uploading this!
Thanks Derek, makes me glad to hear - i try my best :) ❤
Only just started with an airbrush and the tip about adjusting the pressure on the compressor was brilliant!
Very well done! I have been teaching airbrushing for several years now, and you have covered most of the topics I talk about in classes I charge for (albeit I provide hands-on and projects). I will be referring my students to this video as a great refresher. Thank you for taking the time to CORRECTLY explain these topics.
One critique: Nozzle and needle size can (and does) offer more control, BUT it is not significantly different. In most cases, nozzle and needle size is based on the construction of the brush itself. For example, a siphon-feed airbrush requires a larger nozzle because it requires more air to deliver the paint. The important thing is to PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE! It's the brush more than the needle size that makes the difference.
My father gifted me his 20+ year old dual action airbrush and he legit full cleans his airbrush every time after use and told me to do the same. Good I found out I can do it simpler but damn 20+ year and the needle is stil not worn out after exesive cleaning that's some quality
I've watched soo many videos of this specific topic that i know this by heart now. But this is the best video so far, not 100% complete or perfect, but really good.
Recommendation: If you have the money the best compressor out there is the "SIL-AIR 20A", it's "Made In Europe" by an over 40yr old compressor-company, and is made of a refrigerator compressor, which means it's slightly louder than a whisper. It has an built in Tank, a Water separator and a Regulator = All you need.
This is literally the most informative and concise tutorial video I’ve ever seen. Thank you!
Very, very good tutorial for beginning with airbrushes.
Thank you so much for this video! Perfect for someone like me who really wants to start airbrushing but has zero idea what to look for in the tool.
By far the best starter airbrush video I've seen anywhere, thank you
What an excellent presentation! The knowledgeable and personable presenter speaks beautiful English, and has excellent delivery which gets so much more useful information over than some of the plodding British chaps! My interest is for model railways but I see no problem in applying this fellow's tips! Brilliant!
Your videos are like a Bible of miniatures for beginners. In two years from now I will find out and maybe show you how improving all these infos are for a beginner. Big thanks 🙏🏻
👑👑👑 I'm in the midst of releasing my dream miniature brush as well as some wonderfully sculpted miniature busts mid June 2020. It's something I'm really proud of and been working on for the better part of the last year. You can already pre register your interest on my Kickstarter page: bit.ly/3dKjmnz 👑👑👑
1 question tho: in the video you say the compressor should go from 10 to 40 bars, but the as186 you suggest goes up till 6 bars, what is the pressure you need?
@@andreasammaritano6116 should be psi
@@SquidmarMiniatures thx, i love your video you are an amazing painter!
@@SquidmarMiniatures one last question: can i use gw colours with the mid\price airbrush you suggested using the proper diluition?
I’m a beginner and recently bought a cheap dual action gravity fed brush. Then I bought the Master G22. I saw an Iwata Eclipse HP BCS (siphon-fed) on sale and got that out of curiosity. I dig both gravity and siphon-fed brushes. My compressor is the Badger Aspire TC908. This hobby’s dope.
Thanks! This has helped me get over my fear of trying out my airbrush. Bought one about a year ago and didn't feel comfortable using it on minis, so it stayed in the box. Now I have some crafting projects and this will help me break in that learning curve as the projects are way bigger than minis! I l really appreciate your attitude towards giving out info but to also keep it accessible and light hearted.
I started using my airbrush for the first time today. Your video was a great help!
I have the same compressor. It’s a backup now because I bought an Aspire Pro TC910, and I love it. But, it was a luxury purchase, and I could have used my old compressor for years to come.
I have one of the Air tank compressors prior to buying an airbrush and I bought a $37 airbrush because OK good reviews and I’m not looking to spend a bunch of money this video is helped to build my confidence
just starting up on airbrushing - these are some very good tips that already let me feel more comfident with a new tool
This video was a great help for me as a first-time airbrusher. I was making so many mistakes but after watching this I am able to get a nice smooth finish!
Stoked I was at the dentist this morning and hadn't even thought I'd be buying a new model and that I'd end up here going oh needed those didn't realise I would have them already same day :)
6:20 This actualy is a very good advice. Not only for airbrushs. You never know if a failure / unsatisfactory result is due to your lack of skill or very cheap equipment.
Also use "water separator" to remove moisture from the air and if your compressor has an air tank be sure to remove the water from the tank as it will accumulate there over time.
Phew, when you started talking about not getting a cheap one I expected regretting my choice for my first set, but then you mention sparmax as a mid tier one that would be fine and that's what I got
Just got a nice airbrush kit for my 18th birthday. This should help me complete my guard army
This is a great guide. I've been intimidated by Airbrushing for a long time, but am getting ready to take the dive.
Thank you for those links and info. My biggest mistake was not getting the tank with the compressor. But spending a little to see if you like it dose help.
Been a while since i used my brush so was good to have a quick refreher on these essential steps 👌
This is mega helpful since I’m just starting my airbrush journey!
wow, definitely coming back to this when I get my airbrush
This is the best guide I've found. Thank you!
Thank you for making this video. Have just started revisiting the figure painting table after a 20 year absence & have a desire to try out airbrushing this time around. Your help here is a valuable resource to airbrush newbies like myself.
Thanks for this video! One thing I believe I missed was how important it is to filter your compressor air. No foreign debris and no water/oil in the air.
I use acrylic paints exclusively when I airbrush, and the best thing I have found to remove dried acrylic paint is denatured (not isopropyl) alcohol. Some denatured alcohol on a cotton ball will have my color cup looking just as clean as the day I bought it.
Thank you for doing this - I'm new to airbrush still and use it for props and costumework but your tips on thinning and cleaning really helped
Great video! You are awesome man. And you are actually the only english speaking youtuber painter I’ve ever seen that knows how to pronounce “Vallejo” properly! Kudos for you sir!
Might be because I'm Swedish 😂
Great airbrush starter video. Probably the best. I watched many before buying my airbrush and many after. I learned more concise and new to hobby friendly info from this video than all the others. When buying my stuff figuring out connections and fittings was a beast that almost prevented me from starting airbrushing. That's the only part of this video I felt was missing. Clogging the nozzle because I stopped with paint flowing and not just air?! Light bulb moment for me thank you!
Amazing video, just getting into airbrushing and this has helped me tonnes. Thank you so much!
Great video. I was given an airbrush a few months ago, but haven't had the time to learn. This tutorial was a great kick start for me. I will try the airbrush this weekend. As allows, love the comedic flare you add to the videos. Keep up the great work.
This video is much appreciated! i've never had an air brush before but i was concerned about getting one because i was worried about how to clean it and how to thin the paints. Your video convinced me that it was simple enough and to just go ahead and get it!
Thank you for another amazing tutorial! I'm nowhere near that level of skill that an Air Brush is in my immediate future...But in a year or two from now, I can see myself dusting this video off before I make a purchase. Thank you!
You dont need to be at any sort of skill. Pull the trigger. I'm a novice mini painter and and I finally did and it's worth it 100%. So fun to use!
manga3040 Thank you Manga3040! I’ll take your words to heart and really think about it. I’m about to set up/build a new work area for painting in my home office. I will definitely plan/leave space for a compressor/air brush station. Thanks again. 😁👍
Totally got the compressor from your link it is really good only thing would make it better is a on off valve. really impressed with how quiet it is! Thank you for all your videos.
just got an airbrush so I desperately needed this, thank you
Your videos are so helpful! I really appreciate them as I’m coming back to the hobby and looking to improve. Looking forward to watching more.
I'm at this step of buying an airbrush and compressor. Thanks for this video brother!! Now I just have to do the labor intensive of finding where to buy a complete setup. I don't want to have to bounce around to multiple sites and end up not having something critical like a hose or a pressure regulator.
Easily the best introduction to airbrushing I've come across, after much searching! Thank you very, very much. Hoping to get an airbrush soon and you've really given me more confidence for when I do.
Really Great video! Suggestion though: I wouldn't use anything like Q-tips to clean the nozzle, needle or cup as they have loose fibres which could block the flow of air or cause clogs. I prefer non-fibrous jay cloths or absorbant towels for the same job. YMMV.
THANKS FOR THE INFO! Just spent the week sanding a painting 3 inch tall Protectron robots. Making x-mas gifts. lol Printed them in ABS.. Panting takes up a lot of time. Keep up the good works.
Great vid. I would add just one thing: remove the needle through the front, not the back. This way you minimize chances that paint enters parts of the AB that shouldn’t see paint (trigger/air area etc).
Absolutely fantastic video. Well explained for beginners. Can I just say one thing though, when removing the needle from the airbrush it is always better to remove the nozzle and take out the needle from the front and replace it through the rear that way if there is any paint on the needle you are not dragging it through the entire airbrush.
Used to paint in the 90's and so tempted to start again, and yeah..stumbled across airbrushing, so soaking information about airbrushing now :)
Honestly this is one of the most informative videos I've found for the airbrush, especially when it comes to cleaning and maintenance. I recently got one as a gift, and have been a little lost. This has answered most of my questions though!
Honestly, I recommend considering getting an airbrush even just to primer your miniatures. This means you no longer have to worry about temperature and weather; I know for quite a while my time spent painting tend to decline during winter months before I got an airbrush. Also, it gives you an amazingly smooth primer coat that really helps when painting.
I've branched out since then and used my airbrush more often in painting, especially larger miniatures and model kits. As a first airbrush for a beginner, or if you're just looking to pick up a reasonably priced, versatile airbrush I highly recommend Neo by Iwata; I own two, one I use exclusively for priming and one for painting and they're both easy and lovely to use. Both have a .3 nozzle but you can still get a good degree of precision from them.
TheRunesmythe what kind of compressor are you running with the neo? I just got it as a gift and need to buy a compressor
i got my first real airbrush 6 months ago after 2 cheap chinese models i did a bunch of research and i went with the mr hobby procon boy ps289 platinum and i absolutely love it for around 100 you get a japanese made airbrush made in the same building as iwattas they come in .2 or .3 and from all the other people having the same experience as me i think there a sleeper air brush great for your intro to airbrushing and beyond.
Great video. Just ordered a Harder and Steenbeck ultra so I'm watching this on reapeat in anticipation for trying it out
At 10:09 we see a demonstration of the seldom mentioned SUCK function. This is good for correcting any mistakes you make. To use the SUCK function, just plug your compressor in backwards
I've had an airbrush for a couple of years, with very mixed success. I've also watched a hundred videos on how to improve. This video is by far the best I have seen. Next thing is to put it into practice! Let's hope I haven't scratched my airbrush too much with the excessive cleaning...
For the thinner you can use demineralized water it works quite fine instead of any thinner, what you can also use if you're painting in white is a winter windshield cleaner solution (the blue one) it helps getting a whiter white. To clean it thoroughly I use an ultra sonic cleaner it helps avoiding damaging/scratching any sensitive part, I also use some watchmaking cleaning solution with it.
edit : if you're using heavy body acrylic you'll still need some medium as thinner about half water/half medium usually do the job quite well.
Almost two years ago i had an incident with my miniatures i had them in the box with paints and sprays and unfortunetly one of the GW sprays blow off and paint destroyd all my work. I was so f***** pissed off so i didnt took a brush to my hand till the last week thanks to You and your videos Ive decide to try one more time to have fun with painting miniatures thanks !
This video is gospel. so much good info here. GJ man
I actually do deep clean my airbrush after each painting session. I never know when I have time to airbrush again. If I'm sure I'll be painting again the next day then I'll skip the deep clean but I'll always do it the next day. If you clean with care, it won't cause problems. My challenge is usually to get the paint thinned to the perfect consistency. I use an H&S Evolution 0.4 for priming and an H&S Infinity 1.5 for the painting.
Nice tutorial.
* Keep your airbrush in a glass of water and airbrush cleaner (never get any paint clogs ever again).
* Have a bucket of water and submerge the front of the airbrush thrashing around a bit when changing colours to save a million seconds.
* Use a toothbrush to clean the tip from time to time.
* Always keep your tip clean.
There are tons of airbrush hacks that makes life easier.
Fantastic information in here! I’m really enjoying the attention you’re putting towards editing as well, great work!
Thank you so much. This have given me a lot to improve the enjoyment of my airbrushing. The consistency of the paint is one thing i have had issues with and I really like the idea for backing up the air for mixing and cleaning.
Very nice and relaxed presentation, good tips, useful information, I like it especially you said to take the new airbrush apart and learn the inner workings. Good video, thank you.
Emil, you are a GODsend. This video is such a fantastic help for someone (like me) looking to get into airbrushing. Theres so much different information out there, and so many contradictory aswell.
Having all this information explained simply and very clear on how and what, is just fantastic :D
ps: I once bought an airbrush, (a Badger 150 which is NOT gravity feed) and a cheao compressor at a miniature/model store, and had tried it several times, and never got it to work right. By now I realise I got shafted a little bit by the seller, as both items were just not good for what I wanted to use it for. So no I'm looking at trying it again, but with a new Airbrush and Compressor. So this information is gold :D
Awesome guide - I watched this today while using my new airbrush for the first time, and this made things so much easier and clearer. Thanks!
Nice video Emil and a lot of useful tipps.
Never have I ever watched someone flex and make me and my faucet water feel so damn inferior. Well done, mate. That was powerful.
Very clear and simple instruction.i learned a lot. Thank you.
Also Tamiya HG and GSI Creos Procon Boy products are worth mentioning. Those airbrushes are manufactured in the same factory as Iwata does. Great quality japanese pieces of art for reasonable price.
This guy has THE vibe.
Love your videos man! Keep it up! Only thing missing are time stamp for quick referencing
This is a fantastic video man I really appreciate all the info!
I've been wanting to get into airbrushing for a little while now, I didn't know where to start.
Thanks
Wow. Awesome video. So helpful. Thank you so much.
very well explained, and you are pleasant to listen to.
I sometimes get the citadel paints for airbrush if it's a color I glaze with alot. That way it's already thinned alot. I usually still have to thin it a bit or add something to break surface tension depending on what I'm doing but it still saves me a ton of time. Since it works so well when glazing large areas of skin, I recommend having a few of the most used flesh tones on hand.
What a great starter video. Still waiting on my first air brush to arrive but can’t wait to get started. Thanks for the advice! Subscribed
Good job. Bought mine a few weeks ago but only been using it for priming so far. Hopefully, I will eventually get to the point where I start using it a little more.
I just want to say thank you for your videos, I got back into miniature games and I have always enjoy paint and your videos on using a wet palette and a air brush have not only inspired but have challenged me to be a better painter
So much trouble for vleaning and maintenance. That and the cost of the tools make me wonder if I should wait a little longer before getting into it. Thanks for explaning everything so I don't waste my money! Great video!
Got same compresor and air tank you showed. Couple of minutes is super incorect. You can airbrush for max 20 sec before tank need to be refilled. You just get more soncistent air pressure.
Very informative video thanks a lot. Just bought my first airbrush and was wanting to know some good tips to keep it working in optimal condition. Looking forward to painting some sculptures this weekend! :)
This is a brilliant video, thank you. I've been wanting to get an airbrush for a long time although have been a bit unsure but I'm definitely going to go for it!
Wow, this was so helpful! You even took the time to make a shopping list for 4 different countries! I'm so glad you made this... xx
"Always start and end with air" - life changing
Dismantle after use .remove air valve. Clean in a sonic tank with warm water and a drop of dish soap .good as new!
Thanks for the tips as a beginner it helps
Excellent video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience!
Hello Sweedish dude. Thank you for your video. Now i have finally invested in theese tools after dreaming about it for years. I am so exited.
(and it helped a lot since i live in Norway and we use the same electrisity)
Awesome guide. I´m starting with the airbrush and this is helping me a lot. Thanks so much.
Great video, good narration and pacing.
Just got an airbrush for xmas ive tried it once but i definitely need some guides