When I first started I thought, how can these people work with these things doing this! They must be incredible. Well, there are still some phenomenal artists, but once you get the hang of it. It's just a tool. Anyone can get good at most things. All the human body and mind needs is repetition. I encourage you to do just that and you can be phenomenal also. We all started on the same road. Just keep on walkin and don't stop until you reach your destination. You can go as far as you want. It's non of my business. I'm just saying.
@@davidlynch361 I got mine on Amazon. It was a package deal. Master brand for around $120 included Airbrush,compressor,hose, airbrush cleaning tools. I have since upgraded to an Awata eclipse, and a Badger patriot 105 airbrushes. I am thinking of upgrading to a compressor with additional air tank so it won't run all the time.
This is the most important and most overlooked concept in airbrushing. You’d be surprised how much this minimizes dry tip too. So many videos out there addressing dry tip and no one mentions this very important technique. Well done mate
Thank you so much and yes it definitely minimizes tip drying , so happy that this video has helped as I personally have seen people who are frustrated trying to do it the wrong way and then I say, “try keeping the air pressed down and just control the paint using the trigger” and all of a sudden ‘presto’ they start to progress 👍🏻
I totally agree! I‘m fairly new in airbrushing my scale models and I‘ve always had these spitting problems after 5-10 min usage. I‘ve watched dozens of tutorials and spoke to thousands of people and no one mentioned this! If it wasn‘t so late in the evening (taking care of my neighbours) I‘d try it out right now - but then it is tomorrow ^^ I hope so much that this solves my problem and newbie-frustration!
Having owned an airbrush for about 13 years and only pulled it out once, I know understand why that one time was a miserable failure. Thanks. Loved the turtle...
Oh my god I had no idea I should’ve kept the air running after finishing my stroke! That makes so much sense! I was getting annoying splatters when I went to start a new section and constant blockages and I kept thinking I had a problem with the actual airbrush itself. I can’t wait to try this new tip! Thank you so much!
I had completely lost interest in my airbrush after several failures, but this one tip from you has made me enjoy using it again! No more clogged airbrush! THANK YOU! ❤
Just bought my first secondhand airbrush/compressor and just looking for tutorials to get started. This is literally the first I've watched and I feel that I may have just learned the most valuable lesson I'll ever learn! Plus, having never even held an airbrush until today, I won't have to unlearn a bad habit. Thank you!
What is always overlooked in every video I have watched is needle and nozzle side with the kind of paint you use. Createx you need a large needle and the paint wont mix properly if you are using a smaller needle size. Learned that the hard way. Never saw it mentioned in any video.
I stop airbrushing because I kept on getting on getting big spots while I was painting. I came across this video and it was my technique, that was the cause. I went out and gave it another shot with what I learnt from this video, and now im back into airbrushing, now I can’t stop. Thankyou this channel is awesome.
@@pops8975 thank you so much I am really glad this has helped you ....it’s funny when I recorded it I thought ‘no one is going to find this helpful’ lol how wrong was I 🤪
IN TWO AND A HALF YEARS OF USING AIRBRUSHES TO PAINT MINIATURES NO ONE BOTHERED TO MENTION I WAS SUPPOSED TO KEEP THE AIR RUNNING UNTIL NOW I always was like "what's with all this damn friggin clogging and stuff?! I thought I'm doing it all right!!!" It's been almost a year since I did any airbrushing and probably all b/c either no one ever mentioned as much to me or I never caught it when they did. I'm coming back, paint stained filter spray booth! I'm comin back to you!!! :'-D
That is fantastic...I’m sorry you had to put the airbrush down for some time due to the frustrations, but I also understand as trying to paint incorrectly creates issues like tip drying, which then causes clogging etc . I am SO happy that this video has helped you out and very glad that you are getting back into airbrushing , happy painting 👍🏻
Man, you nailed it! I gave up on my airbrushing because I kept getting stippeling when I started a new spot. Now I got a reason to try it again. You made alot of sense when you said that you where listening for the air. Thanks for the help
Technically dual action but in reality, leaving air on and doing single paint action is a great tip especially for those of us that can’t chew gum and walk. Thanks!
Almost nobody considers the "dual" action of the airbrush both paint and air manipulation. The air was always supposed to be 100%, and the paint adjustable. Airbrush Asylum isn't showing you some alternative way to use the airbrush.
As someone who received an airbrush as a gift to model making, I can proudly say that this channel is the most useful ive ever seen. Ive learnt more in just an hour compared to the year ive owned my airbrush👌
Incredibly helpful!! Thank you so much! I practiced for the first time tonight and I’ve definitely noticed what happens when you do it incorrectly vs correctly! Excellent explanation!!
My Man, It's great that you are still training the blind to see...Fiona says "HI" and Frank Lee is still working out and painting...Be safe ...this is spot on...the first part of Day one when I taught artist in the USA and here in Sydney...How old am I??? Be Safe...Ken Willhite
I'm not even at beginner stage, never touched one, never watched one until yesterday watching a gentleman airbrushing tee-shirts, he was so talented and that was it for me, I'm buying a set. Now, thanks to your very detailed video and explanations I won;t be discouraged, cheers mate, well worth tha 'sub'.
Ha, great tip, I'm new to airbrushing, this is EXACTLY what I was doing. Thought it was just the crappy air brush that came with the compressor. While it may be a crappy airbrush, it was my lack of knowledge causing the splatter. Thank you!
I've Seen this while waiting for Delivery...startet the next day the first time in my life with Airbrush and with this tipp from day two on I was able to spray a smooth finish! Thank's Budy!!
I've been building model kits for a couple of years now but have been too intimidated to make the jump to airbrush mainly because I knew I'd want to use double action but far too often read about the "spitting paint" issue and was wary of my overall understanding of the double action mechanics...despite watching a significant amount of videos. Your video has actually given me the confidence to proceed to airbrushing. Well done, sir.
Great fundamental to share. I found that a hunk of dense foam (cut from the case my airbrush came in) stuck to the trigger with double sided tape, considerably helps with control and fatigue. Essentially, the foam makes a taller and more responsive trigger that really helps. Give it a shot. I used Guerilla Glue brand tape so it's good and on there.
Thank you, I had issues with the paint drying and splattering like you demonstrated and never knew it was because of incorrect paint shut off. Only got an airbrush recently so this was helpful.
i am blown away at the comments here. saw this and was like come on man, this is common knowledge. then after reading the comments i see it is not. so good for you spreading this to all these people that were not aware. if you did not know this than this is for sure a game changer for you. keep spreading the love!
I just found your channel and this video as others have stated is the first one that explained why my airbrush was spitting. Since using my airbrush like you demonstrated the quality of my airbrushing has improved significantly. Thank you so much.
I'm very surprised that so many airbrush users don't know this most important technique. This is the very first thing that every gunpla builder who wants to paint by airbrush must learn properly before officially spraying some kit. And many airbrush companies like Mr Hobby, Tamiya or Iwata also offer trigger-type airbrushes because many users get cramped after hours of keeping the button down and pulling it back at the same time.
Aww thanks for that demo! I'm into Model making and received a Tornado GR1 jet fighter for Christmas. I'm assembling it quite well, but coming to the stage when I need to paint the main airframe of the model. Most videos I've seen have always highly recommended that you use a paint airbrush, it gives for a better finish. The people in the videos are skilled, professional model makers and take it for granted that you know how to use an airbrush and do not give hints, tips, advice on how to use one. I've since ordered an airbrush and waiting to pick it up. I'm glad I came across your channel. Very helpful, thank you !! PS Oh the airbrush I ordered isn't the same model as the one you demonstrated in your video.
What are your thoughts on looking at the camera lens instead of the monitor? Just curious. I think it would help connect you and your viewers and look more professional.
Thanks for the heads up...my better half actually mentioned it to me when she reviewed the vid...for some reason I thought it was ok 😱 as always you should listen and I will definitely make sure that I address this in my next vid ...usually I have this sorted and agree that this would take away from engagement I do hope that the video was still helpful nonetheless 👍🏻🤞🏻
I'm a beginner and I saw a lot of videos and couldn't use my airbrush until I saw your video, I was so frustrated that I was thinking in buy a super expensive course for just knowing how to make my airbrush work. Thank you so much! this video should be the first a beginner should see.
Airbrushing models and miniatures for years - and Im another one who didnt know this about the constant air. Looking forward to giving it a go this weekend. Also - another thing Ive learned - a $29 airbrush is every bit as good as a $290 airbrush on day 1. Then on day 2, you learn that the other most important thing about airbrushing is you need to learn how to clean them properly. A lot of the time, the $29 airbrush isn't designed to be maintained the same way as that $290 airbrush, so you end up going through 10 of them anyway :)
Actually, the $29 brushes are designed just like the $290 brushes, the only real difference is the quality of materials and workmanship in their assembly. Both of those things can be compensated for if people just pay attention and don't get lazy with cleaning and maintenance. Been using a $25 Master G22 for years and, with proper care, it still looks new and it performs better than when it was new. Of course, I was lucky to have an experienced brusher teach me how to lap in a needle/nozzle set (the real secret to excellent atomizing and spray performance) and how to rebuild an air valve assembly and I still haven't seen any videos on YT that show how to do those two things. Buying new brushes is totally unnecessary if you know how to work on your brush and know how to get parts.
@@BigRalphSmith Totally agree ! (although, those "$29" brushes are now $15 AUD with free delivery !!) It took me many mistakes to learn how to clean a brush adequately, let alone how not to overtighten some parts and snap the threads ... so its cost me a about 5 cheapies to work out what works.
@@BigRalphSmith Very interested to know more about lapping needles as well. There are some kits on the market that look interesting, but Im sure doing by hand with the right tools would be the way to go. Agree too that cheapy, can be made to perform better than new, if you get a good one, and do the right things to improve the flow.
I've started airbrushing in January, and im really thankful for your video. I have been trying to paint a car body and the paint work was pish. now it all makes sense. the blobs, the stains. I was definitely using the wrong pressure, the wrong distance and the wrong diluting. back to sanding the whole body again and priming all over... that will probably be the 4th time, but I'll learn!
@@dillonmercer4069 yes I do , this is all I do ...I no longer accept commissions as I am too busy with all of my online commitments which is what runs the entire business 👍🏻
It’s amazing the little details like this where I was commonly making mistakes. This helped greatly. I no longer am cleaning my brush after every spray 😊
Just bought my first airbrush after using thousands of "rattle cans" over the past 70 years. Thanks for the instructions. The other basic good starting tip I found was to begin with plain water on cardboard to get the feel. No mess, no cleanup 😁😁😁
Thanks for this important tip, I've been a spray paint user for years as part of my hobby of model railroading using mostly testors spray paint along with scale coat hobby paints here in America,Now I'm about to start a chapter of getting started with airbrushing as the two products mentioned above are getting harder to find and use as testors scaled their product line back and scale coat hobby paints are no longer available..so with that being said there's now 3 things I must teach myself to do,paint thinning/mixing,clean airbrush after each use. The one thing I that always did was to stop spraying after each pass( like a painter does painting a car at an auto body shop) rather than hold the trigger down and zip back and forth,I also used one of those plastic trigger adapter so that a can of spray paint can be used like a spray gun..TIA..
Awesome, thank you. I just bought my first airbrush and I definitely would have made this mistake. Appreciate the tip. Just subscribed to your channel. I'm sure I'll be watching more 😎👊
@@AirbrushAsylum 8 month old video, 124k subs. Still got time for the new guy. Bell is clicked on all now. I'm sure I'll take value from your work here and pass it on to my community. Thanks again 😎👊
I'm looking at getting into airbrushing for my 3D prints and came across your video. This was super helpful to learn early on before getting one and seeing what good technique looks like. Thanks a bunch and keep up the good work!
Thanks for your comment and glad to hear that you are just getting into Airbrushing, it’s very exciting and there are so many new things to learn. If you are keen to ‘fast track your learning’ then feel free to take a look at our Online Airbrushing Course via the following link : airbrushasylum.thinkific.com Hope that helps 😉
Just purchased my first airbrush. I have not done any painting yet because I wanted to watch videos to learn what to do and not do. No other video I have seen has addressed the importance of proper air control. Thank you !
WOW! No surprise that I was doing it wrong. I was letting the trigger go all the way forward, but I was also letting off of the air at that time also, then starting the entire process all over again on the next part of the model. Thank you so very much for this tip. I’m sure I’ll have an easier time with my airbrush now that I know the correct way to use it.
Wow, I wasn't expecting anything actually useful to me but that nicely demonstrated something I've fumbled through explaining to others. This is a great demo. Subbed bro.
@@morris.d246 Thanks for asking Morris, been ok, husband lost his job so I'm not able to continue making my art. I will be selling most of my supplies and posting that on here when I get the time. If you know anyone who might be interested let me know.. I think locally would be the best since shipping costs are out of bounds to getting a good deal on the supplies. tnanks again for checking in on me friend,
Yep , it is virtually impossible to paint smoothly if you are not keeping the trigger pressed down and then returning the paint back to the ‘home’ position. Glad it helped 👍🏻
Damn fine piece of instruction, never realised about this way of use,but totally makes absolute sense. Gets rid of any paint in the nozzle and I take it prevent clogging issues too .
Thank you for sharing your knowledge mister. This is why i love humans, there is so much ugly out there but here i can see some selfless goodness being spread around and i have a lot of respect for it.
Yup that's me over here using my airbrush as an spray can. As someone who has never used an airbrush before this is the best tip I've found looking at dozens of airbrush tips videos.
Hallelujah, this makes total sense, after watching half a dozen random explanations which haven't helped me. Simple and logical and I'm going to give myself a lesson right now in mastering this technique! Thank you so much!👍👍👍
This is great. I was beginning and things were going well for the first few days of airbrushing. I must have gotten lazy in my technique, because i started seeing splotches liked you demonstrated and i didn't know why it was happening. Thank you!
FINALLY, someone who understands the most important tip for using a double action airbrush! It was one of the first things I learned and I rarely have excessive dry tip! I'll have to try that technique of having the finger overhanging the trigger! I've seen some people use their thumb but never found that natural.
Your video completely changed how I use my airbrush. Now I have much better control. In the 18 months or so since I first watched this, my models look so much better. It has also given me greater confidence using various shading techniques.
Started airbrushing for the first time today and I'm really happy I watched this, I had some splatters when starting again, now I will have much better results. 🤓👍🏻🙏🏻
that's exactly what i was doing the first time i used an airbrush. just on/off on/off then splatter splatter! got splotches all over my tank model... had to douse it with thinner and start all over. trigger control is everything in airbrushing! thank you!
No need to be embarrassed, I was actually just as surprised at how many people didn’t know about this tip , I remember when I was filming this feeling as if ‘no one will watch this’ and surprisingly this is one of our most popular vids …so really glad it has helped so many 👍🏻🙏🏻
I do airbrushing on cars. I've used the Sears Model 364-15506 airbrush for over 40 years. You can mix just as much paint as you need. If you use a traditional spray gun or even an aerosol can, you have a large spray pattern of like 6-8 inches for a tiny 1/4 chip. With an airbrush, you have precision control and can actually get to the point, with a little practice, where you can perfectly fill in a tiny scratch with no masking and little to no overspray. With acrylic lacquer, the paint goes on very thin (with a 50/50 paint to thinner ratio) so you have to hit it several times. But with the airbrush, putting down multiple thin coats is very easy and clean to do. Just like in the video, it's important to get an airbrush that has variable paint output. Kind of like a variable speed drill. With the adjustable airbrush, you pull the trigger back to increase the flow of paint. A lady I know is so precise, she can airbrush intricate designs on ladies' fingernails. It's good to practice with water-based paints on scrap material first. Before you know it, you'll be an old pro! Great video!!
Thank you so much for sharing your info on the brush you use and you summed it up well. All the very best from Australia 🇦🇺 and glad you enjoyed the vid.
I recently got into model detailing using an airbrush, this vid was very helpful, ngl I did release the trigger and jammed the paint on the nozzle, did not know about gently pulling it back to adjust the amount or about distances, thanks Bruv.
I only got my set up a week and a half ago but I have watched a ton of videos and this is the first time I have heard this. Makes good sense, I will be practicing it tomorrow. Thanks
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Finally an explanation why my air brush was spiting! No one else ever showed this on their channels. Thank you need more of this!
just as you said. i always had this problem too.
When I first started I thought, how can these people work with these things doing this! They must be incredible. Well, there are still some phenomenal artists, but once you get the hang of it. It's just a tool. Anyone can get good at most things. All the human body and mind needs is repetition. I encourage you to do just that and you can be phenomenal also. We all started on the same road. Just keep on walkin and don't stop until you reach your destination. You can go as far as you want. It's non of my business. I'm just saying.
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Hi Tim where do you get the compressor for this air gun? Thanks in advance
@@davidlynch361 I got mine on Amazon. It was a package deal. Master brand for around $120 included Airbrush,compressor,hose, airbrush cleaning tools. I have since upgraded to an Awata eclipse, and a Badger patriot 105 airbrushes. I am thinking of upgrading to a compressor with additional air tank so it won't run all the time.
This is the most important and most overlooked concept in airbrushing. You’d be surprised how much this minimizes dry tip too. So many videos out there addressing dry tip and no one mentions this very important technique. Well done mate
Thank you so much and yes it definitely minimizes tip drying , so happy that this video has helped as I personally have seen people who are frustrated trying to do it the wrong way and then I say, “try keeping the air pressed down and just control the paint using the trigger” and all of a sudden ‘presto’ they start to progress 👍🏻
I was just about to ask if this would fix problems with tip dry and frequent clogging, as thats what im running into. Thanks for beating me to it!
I totally agree! I‘m fairly new in airbrushing my scale models and I‘ve always had these spitting problems after 5-10 min usage. I‘ve watched dozens of tutorials and spoke to thousands of people and no one mentioned this! If it wasn‘t so late in the evening (taking care of my neighbours) I‘d try it out right now - but then it is tomorrow ^^
I hope so much that this solves my problem and newbie-frustration!
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Exactly ✌️
I'm a beginner at airbrushing and have looked at a few tutorials, but you are the first to share that very important tip. Thanks for the info.
Glad it was helpful! thank you
Hi Ann how are you?
Having owned an airbrush for about 13 years and only pulled it out once, I know understand why that one time was a miserable failure. Thanks. Loved the turtle...
Oh my god I had no idea I should’ve kept the air running after finishing my stroke! That makes so much sense! I was getting annoying splatters when I went to start a new section and constant blockages and I kept thinking I had a problem with the actual airbrush itself. I can’t wait to try this new tip! Thank you so much!
I had completely lost interest in my airbrush after several failures, but this one tip from you has made me enjoy using it again! No more clogged airbrush!
THANK YOU! ❤
That’s great to hear I am happy this video helped to keep you interested in airbrushing 😉👍🏻
Just bought my first secondhand airbrush/compressor and just looking for tutorials to get started. This is literally the first I've watched and I feel that I may have just learned the most valuable lesson I'll ever learn! Plus, having never even held an airbrush until today, I won't have to unlearn a bad habit. Thank you!
What is always overlooked in every video I have watched is needle and nozzle side with the kind of paint you use. Createx you need a large needle and the paint wont mix properly if you are using a smaller needle size. Learned that the hard way. Never saw it mentioned in any video.
That was by far the BEST short and informative tip I've seen for a beginner. Thankyou
I'm from India,it's quite amazing listen your video,it's very helpful.Thanks a lot Sir for sharing your knowledge and idea.👍👍
I stop airbrushing because I kept on getting on getting big spots while I was painting. I came across this video and it was my technique, that was the cause. I went out and gave it another shot with what I learnt from this video, and now im back into airbrushing, now I can’t stop. Thankyou this channel is awesome.
Thank you so much and really happy that the video helped to get you back into airbrushing.
As a beginner, I'd never found such an essencial piece of information in any other video! Thank you so much for sharing.
No probs at all glad you found it helpful and thank you for your comment 👍🏻🙏🏻
Wow! This video has given me the courage to add an airbrush to my creations... thank you for this vital information in airbrush mechanics!
I totally agree.
@@pops8975 thank you so much I am really glad this has helped you ....it’s funny when I recorded it I thought ‘no one is going to find this helpful’ lol how wrong was I 🤪
@@toniamichellefeagle8001 thank you so much 🙏🏻
IN TWO AND A HALF YEARS OF USING AIRBRUSHES TO PAINT MINIATURES NO ONE BOTHERED TO MENTION I WAS SUPPOSED TO KEEP THE AIR RUNNING UNTIL NOW
I always was like "what's with all this damn friggin clogging and stuff?! I thought I'm doing it all right!!!" It's been almost a year since I did any airbrushing and probably all b/c either no one ever mentioned as much to me or I never caught it when they did. I'm coming back, paint stained filter spray booth! I'm comin back to you!!! :'-D
That is fantastic...I’m sorry you had to put the airbrush down for some time due to the frustrations, but I also understand as trying to paint incorrectly creates issues like tip drying, which then causes clogging etc . I am SO happy that this video has helped you out and very glad that you are getting back into airbrushing , happy painting 👍🏻
fucking preach man
Most people think it’s common sense, it is only when u think hard about it
SAME, i´ve been using an airbrush for painting modelkits since 2018 and this is the first time I´ve heard of this technique, truly a helpfull vid.
Man, you nailed it! I gave up on my airbrushing because I kept getting stippeling when I started a new spot. Now I got a reason to try it again. You made alot of sense when you said that you where listening for the air. Thanks for the help
Technically dual action but in reality, leaving air on and doing single paint action is a great tip especially for those of us that can’t chew gum and walk. Thanks!
Yes , so true ....I often tell my students that mastering this technique is like patting your head and rubbing your tummy at the same time lol 😂
Almost nobody considers the "dual" action of the airbrush both paint and air manipulation. The air was always supposed to be 100%, and the paint adjustable. Airbrush Asylum isn't showing you some alternative way to use the airbrush.
As someone who received an airbrush as a gift to model making, I can proudly say that this channel is the most useful ive ever seen. Ive learnt more in just an hour compared to the year ive owned my airbrush👌
Incredibly helpful!! Thank you so much! I practiced for the first time tonight and I’ve definitely noticed what happens when you do it incorrectly vs correctly! Excellent explanation!!
Thank you 🙏🏻 glad you found it helpful
My Man, It's great that you are still training the blind to see...Fiona says "HI" and Frank Lee is still working out and painting...Be safe
...this is spot on...the first part of Day one when I taught artist in the USA and here in Sydney...How old am I??? Be Safe...Ken Willhite
Best "Airbrushing" channel.
Thank you so much that means a lot 🙏🏻
I'm not even at beginner stage, never touched one, never watched one until yesterday watching a gentleman airbrushing tee-shirts, he was so talented and that was it for me, I'm buying a set. Now, thanks to your very detailed video and explanations I won;t be discouraged, cheers mate, well worth tha 'sub'.
Ha, great tip, I'm new to airbrushing, this is EXACTLY what I was doing. Thought it was just the crappy air brush that came with the compressor. While it may be a crappy airbrush, it was my lack of knowledge causing the splatter. Thank you!
Glad you found this tip helpful appreciate the comment 👍🏻
I've Seen this while waiting for Delivery...startet the next day the first time in my life with Airbrush and with this tipp from day two on I was able to spray a smooth finish! Thank's Budy!!
Hi Rene how are you?
I've been building model kits for a couple of years now but have been too intimidated to make the jump to airbrush mainly because I knew I'd want to use double action but far too often read about the "spitting paint" issue and was wary of my overall understanding of the double action mechanics...despite watching a significant amount of videos.
Your video has actually given me the confidence to proceed to airbrushing.
Well done, sir.
Thank you. My new double action airbrush is arriving today. I really needed that. I will be using it to cover up blemishes in wood doors.
Great fundamental to share. I found that a hunk of dense foam (cut from the case my airbrush came in) stuck to the trigger with double sided tape, considerably helps with control and fatigue. Essentially, the foam makes a taller and more responsive trigger that really helps. Give it a shot. I used Guerilla Glue brand tape so it's good and on there.
Magic. Thanks. Never knew this. Look forward to better results. Cheers
Thank you, I had issues with the paint drying and splattering like you demonstrated and never knew it was because of incorrect paint shut off. Only got an airbrush recently so this was helpful.
Hi how are you?
i am blown away at the comments here.
saw this and was like come on man, this is common knowledge.
then after reading the comments i see it is not.
so good for you spreading this to all these people that were not aware.
if you did not know this than this is for sure a game changer for you.
keep spreading the love!
That splot is exactly what I have been struggling with for years. Going to get some cardboard and try your air on technique.
Glad it helped and yes, definitely keep practicing this essential til once mastered I can guarantee it will improve your airbrushing 👍🏻
I just found your channel and this video as others have stated is the first one that explained why my airbrush was spitting. Since using my airbrush like you demonstrated the quality of my airbrushing has improved significantly. Thank you so much.
As a new airbrush user for scale modelling, this is a great help. Looking to use it for all my painting from flat surfaces to camouflage
Thanks glad you found the video helpful 👍🏻🙏🏻
I'm very surprised that so many airbrush users don't know this most important technique. This is the very first thing that every gunpla builder who wants to paint by airbrush must learn properly before officially spraying some kit. And many airbrush companies like Mr Hobby, Tamiya or Iwata also offer trigger-type airbrushes because many users get cramped after hours of keeping the button down and pulling it back at the same time.
Thanl you. I am in South Africa. Gave up a few times and your vid was very infomative.
Oh, I was doing it ALL wrong! Thanks for telling me the right way! I just bought a Patriot Arrow, so I'm very excited. I love your turtle and eagle!
Thank you so much and glad this video has helped 👍🏻
Hi Ruth how are you?
Aww thanks for that demo! I'm into Model making and received a Tornado GR1 jet fighter for Christmas. I'm assembling it quite well, but coming to the stage when I need to paint the main airframe of the model. Most videos I've seen have always highly recommended that you use a paint airbrush, it gives for a better finish. The people in the videos are skilled, professional model makers and take it for granted that you know how to use an airbrush and do not give hints, tips, advice on how to use one. I've since ordered an airbrush and waiting to pick it up. I'm glad I came across your channel. Very helpful, thank you !! PS Oh the airbrush I ordered isn't the same model as the one you demonstrated in your video.
This tip makes a lot of sense and explains lots of clogging problems I have been experiencing! I will try it for sure at my next painting session! :D
Thank you so much glad you enjoyed the video and found it helpful 👍🏻
Thanks!
Thank you 🙏🏻 only found this now 🤦 but really appreciate it .
What are your thoughts on looking at the camera lens instead of the monitor? Just curious. I think it would help connect you and your viewers and look more professional.
Thanks for the heads up...my better half actually mentioned it to me when she reviewed the vid...for some reason I thought it was ok 😱 as always you should listen and I will definitely make sure that I address this in my next vid ...usually I have this sorted and agree that this would take away from engagement I do hope that the video was still helpful nonetheless 👍🏻🤞🏻
I'm a beginner and I saw a lot of videos and couldn't use my airbrush until I saw your video, I was so frustrated that I was thinking in buy a super expensive course for just knowing how to make my airbrush work. Thank you so much! this video should be the first a beginner should see.
Airbrushing models and miniatures for years - and Im another one who didnt know this about the constant air. Looking forward to giving it a go this weekend.
Also - another thing Ive learned - a $29 airbrush is every bit as good as a $290 airbrush on day 1. Then on day 2, you learn that the other most important thing about airbrushing is you need to learn how to clean them properly. A lot of the time, the $29 airbrush isn't designed to be maintained the same way as that $290 airbrush, so you end up going through 10 of them anyway :)
Actually, the $29 brushes are designed just like the $290 brushes, the only real difference is the quality of materials and workmanship in their assembly. Both of those things can be compensated for if people just pay attention and don't get lazy with cleaning and maintenance.
Been using a $25 Master G22 for years and, with proper care, it still looks new and it performs better than when it was new.
Of course, I was lucky to have an experienced brusher teach me how to lap in a needle/nozzle set (the real secret to excellent atomizing and spray performance) and how to rebuild an air valve assembly and I still haven't seen any videos on YT that show how to do those two things.
Buying new brushes is totally unnecessary if you know how to work on your brush and know how to get parts.
@@BigRalphSmith Totally agree ! (although, those "$29" brushes are now $15 AUD with free delivery !!) It took me many mistakes to learn how to clean a brush adequately, let alone how not to overtighten some parts and snap the threads ... so its cost me a about 5 cheapies to work out what works.
@@BigRalphSmith Very interested to know more about lapping needles as well. There are some kits on the market that look interesting, but Im sure doing by hand with the right tools would be the way to go. Agree too that cheapy, can be made to perform better than new, if you get a good one, and do the right things to improve the flow.
@@BigRalphSmith oh goshhhh well put up a video to help us na .... 🙄🙏🏾😭Please..
I've started airbrushing in January, and im really thankful for your video. I have been trying to paint a car body and the paint work was pish. now it all makes sense. the blobs, the stains. I was definitely using the wrong pressure, the wrong distance and the wrong diluting. back to sanding the whole body again and priming all over... that will probably be the 4th time, but I'll learn!
👉🏻 New to Airbrushing start here : th-cam.com/play/PLkd3s0ymmV0OKlXI7wEma4Z4ntvXMs9jv.html
Do you make a living off of this craft (Aside from teaching) or do this as a hobby/artistic avenue?
@@dillonmercer4069 yes I do , this is all I do ...I no longer accept commissions as I am too busy with all of my online commitments which is what runs the entire business 👍🏻
It’s amazing the little details like this where I was commonly making mistakes. This helped greatly. I no longer am cleaning my brush after every spray 😊
OMG i thought i never find a good penbrush, all of them splotch at the beginning i push the trigger, turns out i am the one that newbie here :))))
Just bought my first airbrush after using thousands of "rattle cans" over the past 70 years. Thanks for the instructions. The other basic good starting tip I found was to begin with plain water on cardboard to get the feel. No mess, no cleanup 😁😁😁
Thank you and yes great tip and glad you enjoyed the video 👍🏻👍🏻
When I read the title, I said out loud, "Keep the air on.", before I clicked. Well said, sir.
Yes , I’m glad it came across clear as it definitely is the most important thing that most people over look 👍🏻
I thought the same thing.
Thanks for this important tip, I've been a spray paint user for years as part of my hobby of model railroading using mostly testors spray paint along with scale coat hobby paints here in America,Now I'm about to start a chapter of getting started with airbrushing as the two products mentioned above are getting harder to find and use as testors scaled their product line back and scale coat hobby paints are no longer available..so with that being said there's now 3 things I must teach myself to do,paint thinning/mixing,clean airbrush after each use. The one thing I that always did was to stop spraying after each pass( like a painter does painting a car at an auto body shop) rather than hold the trigger down and zip back and forth,I also used one of those plastic trigger adapter so that a can of spray paint can be used like a spray gun..TIA..
Awesome, thank you. I just bought my first airbrush and I definitely would have made this mistake. Appreciate the tip. Just subscribed to your channel. I'm sure I'll be watching more 😎👊
That’s awesome thanks for the kind words and for subscribing welcome to the community 👍🏻
@@AirbrushAsylum 8 month old video, 124k subs. Still got time for the new guy. Bell is clicked on all now. I'm sure I'll take value from your work here and pass it on to my community. Thanks again 😎👊
I'm looking at getting into airbrushing for my 3D prints and came across your video. This was super helpful to learn early on before getting one and seeing what good technique looks like. Thanks a bunch and keep up the good work!
Thanks for your comment and glad to hear that you are just getting into Airbrushing, it’s very exciting and there are so many new things to learn.
If you are keen to ‘fast track your learning’ then feel free to take a look at our Online Airbrushing Course via the following link :
airbrushasylum.thinkific.com
Hope that helps 😉
Doing it wrong for 30 years. Thank you.
Just purchased my first airbrush. I have not done any painting yet because I wanted to watch videos to learn what to do and not do. No other video I have seen has addressed the importance of proper air control. Thank you !
WOW! No surprise that I was doing it wrong. I was letting the trigger go all the way forward, but I was also letting off of the air at that time also, then starting the entire process all over again on the next part of the model. Thank you so very much for this tip. I’m sure I’ll have an easier time with my airbrush now that I know the correct way to use it.
"These people need AIR!"--Doug Quaid, Total Recall
Wow, I wasn't expecting anything actually useful to me but that nicely demonstrated something I've fumbled through explaining to others. This is a great demo. Subbed bro.
Thanks for the info. You had me thinking of "Wax on, wax off"😂
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Lol...yep I often say to my students it’s like “patting your head at the same time as rubbing your tummy” 😂
Great help, thank you!!! Tips are always appreciated
Hi Kim how are you?
Once you've mastered that technique , the skies the limit
Yes mate...agree totally 👍🏻
Your the best teacher! I love your videos, I learn so much.....thank you
Hi Diana how are you?
@@morris.d246 Thanks for asking Morris, been ok, husband lost his job so I'm not able to continue making my art. I will be selling most of my supplies and posting that on here when I get the time. If you know anyone who might be interested let me know.. I think locally would be the best since shipping costs are out of bounds to getting a good deal on the supplies. tnanks again for checking in on me friend,
So that’s why I get them splots. Thanks
Yep , it is virtually impossible to paint smoothly if you are not keeping the trigger pressed down and then returning the paint back to the ‘home’ position. Glad it helped 👍🏻
Damn fine piece of instruction, never realised about this way of use,but totally makes absolute sense. Gets rid of any paint in the nozzle and I take it prevent clogging issues too .
No probs at all thanks so much for your comment and kind words, really appreciate it 🙏🏻🤩
I've been painting with airbrush for years and no one. NO ONE EVER told me this.
Thanks for your comment and I am so glad this tip helped 👍🏻
Thank you for sharing your knowledge mister. This is why i love humans, there is so much ugly out there but here i can see some selfless goodness being spread around and i have a lot of respect for it.
Yup that's me over here using my airbrush as an spray can. As someone who has never used an airbrush before this is the best tip I've found looking at dozens of airbrush tips videos.
Thanks for your kind words glad you like the videos. ☺️
Best airbrush explanation so far.
At last finally thank you no other video has this explanation on why my use was crap. This has definitely opened my eyes on using my airbrush better.
Been airbrushing for a while. This is a revelation. Many Thanks!
Hallelujah, this makes total sense, after watching half a dozen random explanations which haven't helped me. Simple and logical and I'm going to give myself a lesson right now in mastering this technique! Thank you so much!👍👍👍
I'm brand new to this and this was excellent helped me with my problem. Thank you for this lesson!
Hi Jessica how are you?
@@morris.d246 👋
@@OneCraftyRabbit hi here do you live and how is the weather condition over there?
I had a problem with paint drying and clogging the nozzle. This tip should eliminate that problem. Thank you.
This is great. I was beginning and things were going well for the first few days of airbrushing. I must have gotten lazy in my technique, because i started seeing splotches liked you demonstrated and i didn't know why it was happening. Thank you!
Well presented and explained....i now know why i was having problems...Thanks.
Cheers Tony
Glad it helped and appreciate the kind words .
FINALLY, someone who understands the most important tip for using a double action airbrush! It was one of the first things I learned and I rarely have excessive dry tip! I'll have to try that technique of having the finger overhanging the trigger! I've seen some people use their thumb but never found that natural.
I literally just started airbrushing yesterday.
It's like learning to play an instrument....great video
Your video completely changed how I use my airbrush. Now I have much better control. In the 18 months or so since I first watched this, my models look so much better. It has also given me greater confidence using various shading techniques.
Saved this to my favorites. Everyone using an airbrush should watch this video.
🙌 the holy grail of airbrush videos!!! the golden rule!
Thank you ☺️
Started airbrushing for the first time today and I'm really happy I watched this, I had some splatters when starting again, now I will have much better results. 🤓👍🏻🙏🏻
Thanks for your comment and glad it helped and welcome to airbrushing 👍🏻👍🏻
You answered a whole lotta questions in the first 2.5 minutes. Thank you!
that's exactly what i was doing the first time i used an airbrush. just on/off on/off then splatter splatter! got splotches all over my tank model... had to douse it with thinner and start all over. trigger control is everything in airbrushing! thank you!
This was so helpful! Thank you!!
Thank you for this! I never knew and have struggled with using my airbrush for anything other than priming or gloss coating!
Bedankt
No probs at all appreciate the super thanks 🙏🏻🙏🏻🤩🤩
Embarrassed to say I've been airbrushing model horses for 4 years and never knew this🥸 thanks so much for the informational video!!
No need to be embarrassed, I was actually just as surprised at how many people didn’t know about this tip , I remember when I was filming this feeling as if ‘no one will watch this’ and surprisingly this is one of our most popular vids …so really glad it has helped so many 👍🏻🙏🏻
Thanks! You solved a big problem of mine right at the 3 min mark!
Excellent concise explanation of dual-action airbrush function.
I do airbrushing on cars. I've used the Sears Model 364-15506 airbrush for over 40 years. You can mix just as much paint as you need. If you use a traditional spray gun or even an aerosol can, you have a large spray pattern of like 6-8 inches for a tiny 1/4 chip. With an airbrush, you have precision control and can actually get to the point, with a little practice, where you can perfectly fill in a tiny scratch with no masking and little to no overspray. With acrylic lacquer, the paint goes on very thin (with a 50/50 paint to thinner ratio) so you have to hit it several times. But with the airbrush, putting down multiple thin coats is very easy and clean to do. Just like in the video, it's important to get an airbrush that has variable paint output. Kind of like a variable speed drill. With the adjustable airbrush, you pull the trigger back to increase the flow of paint. A lady I know is so precise, she can airbrush intricate designs on ladies' fingernails. It's good to practice with water-based paints on scrap material first. Before you know it, you'll be an old pro! Great video!!
Thank you so much for sharing your info on the brush you use and you summed it up well. All the very best from Australia 🇦🇺 and glad you enjoyed the vid.
@@AirbrushAsylum I didn't realize you are in Australia. What a wonderful and beautiful country! I'm in the U.S.
I'm about to airbrush props for the 1st time, and, by pure chance, YT put this on my recommended list... SO helpful.
I'm a visual artist, who is trying to learn to do custom tee shirts and I feel this video will aid me greatly. Thank you
It's good to see an instructional video that doesn't assume you already know the process. Thanks!
This is the best beginner tip video I've seen to date. Thanks!
Thank you really appreciate the comment and glad it helped 👍🏻
Man. This was a life saver. I blasted through a layer of paint like an asteroid party and had no idea what happened. Thanks a million!!!
This is the best lesson about airbrushing I’ve learned so far. Thank you.
Hi how are you?
I think I just figured out why I get dry tip so much. Thanks!
I recently got into model detailing using an airbrush, this vid was very helpful, ngl I did release the trigger and jammed the paint on the nozzle, did not know about gently pulling it back to adjust the amount or about distances, thanks Bruv.
What is a good starter airbrush kit?
I bought that exact airbrush after seeing it on the channel. I won’t have time to fiddle with it until December but I’m looking forward to it.
Thank you! I use mine for makeup so this is a super helpful tip!
Hi Barbara how are you?
Awesome tips im just starting to get into airbrushing and love your video's
I only got my set up a week and a half ago but I have watched a ton of videos and this is the first time I have heard this. Makes good sense, I will be practicing it tomorrow. Thanks
Clear, concise, to the point. Very informative. Excellent video. I just subscribed. Thank you!
do you recommend to thin paint in airbrush or premix in external paint cup?? because you could dried paint if you mix in brush?