I could watch this all day. It brings back so many memories of my childhood, when i would watch my dad's pinstriper buddy work. Awesome art form, i hope it never dies. You are the greatest Kafka!
@thesoria1 the brush I'm using in the video is a #3 kafka scroller ,I just released a shorter version called The Short Stroke for people with a smaller hand Everything is availabla @ steve kafka.com have fun, Steve
I purchased one of your brushes Steve and it works very well! I love the results I get out of it and it's much better than the old Mach brushes I've been using for the past 30 years. Your brush has made me a better striper and my work now looks similar to yours. Thanks!!
Just wait until your totally addicted then you have people throwing money at you for your work,it's the most fantastic art form I've ever been involved in . You need my brushes and be dedicated to getting better ,then hours of practice,welcome aboard!! Regards, Steve
Steve, you ol' hip/biker/Artist! Pinstriping is definitely an Art in its own right! Been a signman 'bout as long, (45yrs), never got into that much striping per se - hand carving n gilding a lot, airbrush & wall/bike/truck murals, and, ya: MILLIONS of letters - by hand, of course...! (you must be a Letterhead, no?)👍 Beautiful work, man. Boogie on!!🌈
Thanks Steve,I appreciate your work very much and have followed your artwork for quite some time and even bought your equipment,and I'm still looking to pick up more of your brushes.You are a true inspiration and I am grateful.Keep up all you do,I am looking forward to whatever you do and need more.....
Glad to hear that you are going to give it another try. I've talked to many that had previously been discouraged by the old design brushes available. They were shocked to see how easy it was to use my brush designs, when I handed them a loaded brush to try. I'm always willing to help if you need it. Have fun, make money
cool,I'm glad I found this channel,I've been a fan of your work for many years...Thanks for posting these on you tube,I can airbrush but I've been putting off learning stripes for 20 years.
I use the grid so that I know my work is as close to symmetrical as possible. Practice with the grid is great to promote balance and get the artist on track. The pencil marks are Staedtler Omnichrome will not melt, and can be easily removed after the paint is dry(2-3 hrs.) with Windex and a micro-fiber cloth without harming the work. If you have not tried this , your missing a great experiance,If I can help,just ask. Steve
@cbill3259 Well,if your using an omnichrome pencil you wait until all the paint is dry and you spray Windex on a micro fiber cloth and wipe it off, on most surfaces.
Thanks for the kind words it never gets old to be acknowledged, now lets get you started doing thi8s ! It's a blast and the money is great. I have tons of stripers that I influence, I help alot of people get started.
Hey Steve, I have seen your style alot back here in LA. I must say you have alot of followers! The artwork is just amazing and you can tell that it is not easy and crazy like airbrushing and your Kafka style just beats every other design from other people away!
The pencil that I recommend is the Staedtler omnishrome, it does not melt and is removed by spraying glass cleaner on a micro fiber cloth and wiping gently when the work has dried. We can send all or most of my products anywhere, you may start something new in your country,if I can help , just ask. Have fun and good luck. Steve
@Sarskianna Lacquer is very rarely used in modern times, it's actually illegal in quite a few states. I'm using an oil-based sign painters enamel called One Shot . The drying times are relatively short depending on things like humidity , temperature &, air movement . Ideally it will dry to the touch in 3-4 hours. Lacquer will of course dry sometimes in minutes.. Hope this helps. Steve
@greaserleo I use and recommend Staedtler omni chrome pencils ,they don't melt, easy clean up, no ghosts, same price as a Stabilo. Me and most of my friends use them,and love them. Steve
The brush that I use is actually a brush of my original design and manufacture. It has the capabilities to do both traditional and the Kafka style, with greater ease.
When the project is fairly dry , spray a micro-fiber cloth with windex and gently wipe any grid lines off. This will work with omni-chrome pencils from Steadtler. Clearcoat is not required ,the paint is a leaded /oil-based sign enamel and will hold up well with normal waxing. It can be clear coated if necessary with special preparation.
@thesoria1 In all of the videos I'm using my # 3 scroller , I've just released my new Short Stroke brush, a shorter version of the # 3 They're selling fast ,and people love them ,only a few dozen left out of the first production run . they work real well for smaller handed people . Have fun, Steve
Sadly, no. I got a mack brush to practice with and pinstriped my mailbox, but mack brushes definitely have their limits. I did sparrows and banners on the side using a standard liner brush but they cant hold enough paint to do those beautiful swirls and flourishes.
Steve Kafka i have seen so many of your vids, and i can honestly say you are one of a kind in your style. and with the brushes you use i am inspired to finally bite the bullet and get started with striping, how do i get your brushes? BTW love the music you play keep up the awesome work
Steve you do some amazing work! and i have been pondering striping for a while now and watching you has given me the itch! lol I just picked up a #3 and a grid about and hour ago! As soon as brown x-mas stopps by in a few days i will be stripin on! Thanks for givin me the boot in the ass to get to it! lol
@texicane1 My System is designed to give the user the basics ,and then to expand on their own .People are usually inspired by others work ,and encouraged to develop design on their own,as in any art form their are basic design elements such as balance , and eye appeal , not to mention use of color and the effect they have on one another on the substrate once the basics are yours the sky is the limit!.Hope this helps, Steve
@thesoria1 The paint is thinned with mineral spirits and smooth stroke fiish eye eliminator . I use a Staedtler omni-chrome pencil, it's not a grease pencil and wont melt in you paint box like stabilo does . Hope this helps you. steve
These brushes are a blast , you'll love them . They're sold by Summit racing ,Eastwood , Coast Airbrush, steve kafka.com , Dick Blick . and many others world-wide If you have questions just ask. Steve
J , Some of my panel work is available on my space or facebook my daughter Lily handles all that for me . I made a bunch of aluminum kleenex boxes ,painted and striped o'skool , all of the panels on the videos are for sale too ,$100.00 each ,some are gone some are not .. I'm thrilled your enjoying the System . Regards, Steve
@texicane1 I have replied to this comment but the site wouldn't let it post. Design has several elements to draw from. Client input,balance ,color usage ,style ,personal preference all are related to your production Look at all the fantastic work being done out there and emulate the ones you like ,elaborate on them,most of all HAVE FUN!', Steve
Thanks for the kind words,and my wife has already straightened me out on my apostrophe placement, as did my daughter and several other viewers , I promise it will NEVER happen again, it just felt more natural somehow. Regards, Steve
I've designed the "Systen" for a great intro to the art form . Start there I'll help when needed.You canget as proficient as you want to get it's all up to you,this is the best leg up You or anyone can get other than seminars and practice.Good luck, Steve
Depending on the number of colors ,size of the piece, intricacy of design, it could run from 150 and up. Your expenses are more on the road, but the increased number of clients available to the artist at a show warrants keeping prices the same, I ask the client what he /she can afford to put into the project,and they usually give prices higher than I would normally charge. Don't forget all of the expenses incurred on the road too!
The price variations could be infinite in both disciplines , depending on, design ,amount of color , intricacy , time spent ,etc. Hope this doesn't confuse you . Regards, Steve texicane1
@GIbo9mm Well you can use the brushes your friend brought you and get your paint on the internet ,when you get frustrated enough try a #3 scroller they are sold all over the planet. Good luck, Steve
@BikerDude096 You are the perfect age to get involved , the harder you practice the better you'll become .Check out System , on my site ,or Coast Airbrush or the Eastwood co,or Summit Racing , and call with any question you may have ,and I will try to help , good luck Jake ,have fun with it . Best regards, Steve Kafka
Not sure if anyone gives a shit but if you are bored like me atm you can stream pretty much all the latest series on Instaflixxer. I've been streaming with my brother for the last few months xD
Mr.Kafka, please can you tell me what is your type of your paint &cleaning brush and liquid of you add to your colors?, and what is size of your brush?thanks.
@texicane1 Stay up n the tip it's a little harder to teach an ol dawg new tricks but we all are happy to stop twirlling and we don't have to wear those damned tutus anymore!!!keep on practicing try some small flame licks they are a blast with the #3 Regards Steve
@@stevekafka thank u.. I love your scroller striper brushes, I recommend them to everyone . the grid helped make me into a better striper,, I have astigmatism and its hard to keep spacing equal. the grid and the scroller brushes changed everything for me.
I just watched your video and i Like it. Now i need a technical suggestion from you. Is possibile to pinstripe on a bedliner paint? Tha oainter is finishing all my motorcycle in Army green Raptor and the surface is very rough and i don't know if i can. What do you think about? Thank You
Hey Steve, I'm just starting out. For your paint cups, I've seen guys use glass and what not, you're just using regular (I'm presuming non-wax) paper cups, hey?
Wow! Nice Man!!! That's some bitchin' pinstriping. Dig your style and technique, super cool artistry. Thanks for sharing your work with all of us so we can appreciate the good stuff. Cheers!
I could watch this all day. It brings back so many memories of my childhood, when i would watch my dad's pinstriper buddy work. Awesome art form, i hope it never dies. You are the greatest Kafka!
@thesoria1 the brush I'm using in the video is a #3 kafka scroller ,I just released a shorter version called The Short Stroke for people with a smaller hand Everything is availabla @ steve kafka.com have fun,
Steve
This video alone peaked my interest in pinstriping. Unbelievable style, I was in complete awe first time I watched it.
Villa Pinstriping very proud to have inspired you Freddie...
@pulquedelmejor The brush is a #3 scroller,and we now have a newer version for people with smaller hands called the Short Stroke .
I purchased one of your brushes Steve and it works very well! I love the results I get out of it and it's much better than the old Mach brushes I've been using for the past 30 years. Your brush has made me a better striper and my work now looks similar to yours. Thanks!!
Just wait until your totally addicted then you have people throwing money at you for your work,it's the most fantastic art form I've ever been involved in . You need my brushes and be dedicated to getting better ,then hours of practice,welcome aboard!!
Regards,
Steve
Steve, you ol' hip/biker/Artist! Pinstriping is definitely an Art in its own right! Been a signman 'bout as long, (45yrs), never got into that much striping per se - hand carving n gilding a lot, airbrush & wall/bike/truck murals, and, ya: MILLIONS of letters - by hand, of course...! (you must be a Letterhead, no?)👍 Beautiful work, man. Boogie on!!🌈
Byron M. Isbell there is a huge hunger amongst younger potential sign writers that you could mentor or teach, they will pay for your knowledge!
Beautiful work. I have better results with your line of brushes than I have numerous other brands over the past 28 yrs of striping. Thank you
Gorgeous....one of reasons for the revival of the art...thank you!
Thanks Steve,I appreciate your work very much and have followed your artwork for quite some time and even bought your equipment,and I'm still looking to pick up more of your brushes.You are a true inspiration and I am grateful.Keep up all you do,I am looking forward to whatever you do and need more.....
i was bored from graffiti and calligraphie .....
you gave me fresh air ;)
i like the kafka style ;)
Glad to hear that you are going to give it another try. I've talked to many that had previously been discouraged by the old design brushes available. They were shocked to see how easy it was to use my brush designs, when I handed them a loaded brush to try. I'm always willing to help if you need it. Have fun, make money
Fantastic! There has never been anyone better than Kafka IMO!
cool,I'm glad I found this channel,I've been a fan of your work for many years...Thanks for posting these on you tube,I can airbrush but I've been putting off learning stripes for 20 years.
I’ve helped people 75 years old learn this fantastic art form, never too late!
I use the grid so that I know my work is as close to symmetrical as possible. Practice with the grid is great to promote balance and get the artist on track. The pencil marks are Staedtler Omnichrome will not melt, and can be easily removed after the paint is dry(2-3 hrs.) with Windex and a micro-fiber cloth without harming the work. If you have not tried this , your missing a great experiance,If I can help,just ask.
Steve
@cbill3259 Well,if your using an omnichrome pencil you wait until all the paint is dry and you spray Windex on a micro fiber cloth and wipe it off, on most surfaces.
Thanks for the kind words it never gets old to be acknowledged, now lets get you started doing thi8s ! It's a blast and the money is great. I have tons of stripers that I influence, I help alot of people get started.
Beautiful piece of work! I enjoy watching him do this!
Hey Steve, I have seen your style alot back here in LA. I must say you have alot of followers!
The artwork is just amazing and you can tell that it is not easy and crazy like airbrushing and your Kafka style just beats every other design from other people away!
@zoltec88 Lowriders are a BLAST to stripe ,and the client is always a dedicated creator in the automotive art form .
Respect,
Steve
@thesoria1 The only liquids I use are mineral spirits for thinning the paint and lacquer thinner to wash out the brush between colors
The pencil that I recommend is the Staedtler omnishrome, it does not melt and is removed by spraying glass cleaner on a micro fiber cloth and wiping gently when the work has dried. We can send all or most of my products anywhere, you may start something new in your country,if I can help , just ask. Have fun and good luck.
Steve
@Sarskianna Lacquer is very rarely used in modern times, it's actually illegal in quite a few states. I'm using an oil-based sign painters enamel called One Shot . The drying times are relatively short depending on things like humidity , temperature &, air movement . Ideally it will dry to the touch in 3-4 hours. Lacquer will of course dry sometimes in minutes.. Hope this helps.
Steve
@greaserleo I use and recommend Staedtler omni chrome pencils ,they don't melt, easy clean up, no ghosts, same price as a Stabilo. Me and most of my friends use them,and love them.
Steve
The brush that I use is actually a brush of my original design and manufacture. It has the capabilities to do both traditional and the Kafka style, with greater ease.
@Mrmanuel2602 The reducer is paint thinner ,or mineral spirits I'm, glad you enjoy my designs.
Steve
When the project is fairly dry , spray a micro-fiber cloth with windex and gently wipe any grid lines off. This will work with omni-chrome pencils from Steadtler. Clearcoat is not required ,the paint is a leaded /oil-based sign enamel and will hold up well with normal waxing. It can be clear coated if necessary with special preparation.
Amazing work - incredible, Im a graphic designer and lost alot of passion for it... seeing this is really re-inspiring me!
@joker35140 thanks for the kind words, you should try it , it's a lot of fun.
Steve
@thesoria1 In all of the videos I'm using my # 3 scroller , I've just released my new Short Stroke brush, a shorter version of the # 3 They're selling fast ,and people love them ,only a few dozen left out of the first production run . they work real well for smaller handed people . Have fun,
Steve
To hell with jewelry and chocolates and whatever other crap other girls want for Valentines day, I want one of these brushes!
Yeah baby!! I understand.
Jill R1pper did you ever get that brush? Like it?
Sadly, no. I got a mack brush to practice with and pinstriped my mailbox, but mack brushes definitely have their limits. I did sparrows and banners on the side using a standard liner brush but they cant hold enough paint to do those beautiful swirls and flourishes.
Steve Kafka i have seen so many of your vids, and i can honestly say you are one of a kind in your style. and with the brushes you use i am inspired to finally bite the bullet and get started with striping, how do i get your brushes? BTW love the music you play keep up the awesome work
Noe Melara steve kafka.com has everything, get in touch if I can help,have fun with it .
I use One Shot lettering enamel with Smooth Stroke fish eye eliminator. I don't like the urethane striping paints for quite a number of reasons.
Очень здорово!!! У нас в России только жалкое подобие этому виду искусства! Буду смотреть ваши ролики и брать с вас пример!!! Вы ооочень крутой! ;)
the master! i often recall watching you stripe cars when i visited phx as a kid, its still just as mesmerizing
Your pretty mesmerizing yourself ,where did you see me work when you were a little girl? Very curious ...
@@stevekafka I'm Bill's daughter 😉
@@scarletta2267 please tell me which Bill ...
your old neighbor, I would visit in the summers you did several of my cars 😉
@@scarletta2267 Bill that moved to Williams?Cuff?
Hi Steve great job , I ordered that brush you told me about you have a nice website
@mmajunkie16 The brushes and practice make it happen for everybody, try them you too will love them.
Steve
Incredible.Wish i had just a little of thiis talent.
absolutly beautiful!
Steve you do some amazing work! and i have been pondering striping for a while now and watching you has given me the itch! lol I just picked up a #3 and a grid about and hour ago! As soon as brown x-mas stopps by in a few days i will be stripin on! Thanks for givin me the boot in the ass to get to it! lol
@texicane1 My System is designed to give the user the basics ,and then to expand on their own .People are usually inspired by others work ,and encouraged to develop design on their own,as in any art form their are basic design elements such as balance , and eye appeal , not to mention use of color and the effect they have on one another on the substrate once the basics are yours the sky is the limit!.Hope this helps,
Steve
So incredibly inspired right now. Thank You!!!
You should see how great it is to do it! I can help anyone that wants to learn.
Thank you for your kind words Charlene.
Regards,
Steve
@thesoria1 The paint is thinned with mineral spirits and smooth stroke fiish eye eliminator . I use a Staedtler omni-chrome pencil, it's not a grease pencil and wont melt in you paint box like stabilo does . Hope this helps you.
steve
These brushes are a blast , you'll love them . They're sold by Summit racing ,Eastwood , Coast Airbrush, steve kafka.com , Dick Blick . and many others world-wide If you have questions just ask.
Steve
J ,
Some of my panel work is available on my space or facebook my daughter Lily handles all that for me . I made a bunch of aluminum kleenex boxes ,painted and striped o'skool , all of the panels on the videos are for sale too ,$100.00 each ,some are gone some are not .. I'm thrilled your enjoying the System .
Regards,
Steve
love the design and colors that were used
@jerry19mty Oil base, acrylic is water based
Fantastic work maestro.
@texicane1 I have replied to this comment but the site wouldn't let it post. Design has several elements to draw from. Client input,balance ,color usage ,style ,personal preference all are related to your production Look at all the fantastic work being done out there and emulate the ones you like ,elaborate on them,most of all HAVE FUN!',
Steve
I have been following you for years, still your art is amazing.
Thin with mineral spirits, clean brush with Lacquer thinner, this guy is a Zen Master!
Thanks for the kind words,and my wife has already straightened me out on my apostrophe placement, as did my daughter and several other viewers , I promise it will NEVER happen again, it just felt more natural somehow.
Regards,
Steve
man thats beautiful!
Freaking amazing, Keep up the good work Sr👌👍👊
I've designed the "Systen" for a great intro to the art form . Start there I'll help when needed.You canget as proficient as you want to get it's all up to you,this is the best leg up You or anyone can get other than seminars and practice.Good luck,
Steve
Depending on the number of colors ,size of the piece, intricacy of design, it could run from 150 and up. Your expenses are more on the road, but the increased number of clients available to the artist at a show warrants keeping prices the same, I ask the client what he /she can afford to put into the project,and they usually give prices higher than I would normally charge. Don't forget all of the expenses incurred on the road too!
very nice video, i learned a lot from that. just got one of your brushes and this is what i needed
The price variations could be infinite in both disciplines , depending on, design ,amount of color , intricacy , time spent ,etc. Hope this doesn't confuse you .
Regards,
Steve
texicane1
When I first saw this I was in so confused at how it all comes together. Still a stunning piece
@GIbo9mm Well you can use the brushes your friend brought you and get your paint on the internet ,when you get frustrated enough try a #3 scroller they are sold all over the planet.
Good luck,
Steve
So amazing!
Wow! Beautiful Work! Really!
@BikerDude096 You are the perfect age to get involved , the harder you practice the better you'll become .Check out System , on my site ,or Coast Airbrush or the Eastwood co,or Summit Racing , and call with any question you may have ,and I will try to help , good luck Jake ,have fun with it .
Best regards,
Steve Kafka
@milnerbeck I use One Shot lettering enamel ,with my smooth stroke paint additive.
this use to be the style on cars. now people are about oil slick car wraps . i wish i lived in those days
Daniel Fite those days always return when people get sick of the BS that requires absolutely zero artistic talent.
Absolutely gorgeous, oh man
It's mesmerizing to watch the flow of the lines, wow
those colors and design just jump at me.
i realy love the art it takes me away it great to see
it means... be aware..no mistake .take control...pay attention ...othewise you'll mess all
That's absolutely beautiful!
Frickin' awesome work. Love it.
gonna incorporate this in my barbering designs.
Love to see pictures sounds wild!
It drive anyone else crazy that he put more on one side than the other
Yes lol
Cyrus Lever I did it for just that reason ,never happen on a bike or car...GOTCHA!
Not sure if anyone gives a shit but if you are bored like me atm you can stream pretty much all the latest series on Instaflixxer. I've been streaming with my brother for the last few months xD
@Graham Bodie Definitely, I have been watching on InstaFlixxer for months myself :D
@pulquedelmejor 3 kafka scroll brush
@joker35140 You have to put the effort in to get results out,If you need help just ask. Have fun!
Steve
@howes1919 I hope your going to try this, It's a blast!!
Mr.Kafka, please can you tell me what is your type of your paint &cleaning brush and liquid of you add to your colors?, and what is size of your brush?thanks.
raafat hashem brush is a # 3 scroll brush @stevekafka.com
@texicane1 Stay up n the tip it's a little harder to teach an ol dawg new tricks but we all are happy to stop twirlling and we don't have to wear those damned tutus anymore!!!keep on practicing try some small flame licks they are a blast with the #3
Regards Steve
The demo pieces on u-tube are $100.00 each,there are some on my space that run $800.00-$2500.00 .
Regards ,
Steve
Wait a day or two until the work is completely dry and then use a little Windex on a microfiber cloth.
Just wondering why thier 9 strips on one side and 11 on the other, the ones he's putting on in the beginning of the video
So beautiful. Thank you for the video.
how do u get rid of the grid lines when finished.
texas tough spray a micro fiber cloth with Windex once the work has dried wipe gentely
@@stevekafka thank u.. I love your scroller striper brushes, I recommend them to everyone . the grid helped make me into a better striper,, I have astigmatism and its hard to keep spacing equal. the grid and the scroller brushes changed everything for me.
Nice! that piece reminds me of those paintings you could buy in Mexico in the early '70's on flattened out bark which were of birds and flowers.
I just watched your video and i Like it. Now i need a technical suggestion from you. Is possibile to pinstripe on a bedliner paint? Tha oainter is finishing all my motorcycle in Army green Raptor and the surface is very rough and i don't know if i can. What do you think about? Thank You
@texicane1 keep practicing it's worth it !
Good lord, this is amazing..
realmente impresionante !!
Gran Artista !!
Hey Steve, I'm just starting out. For your paint cups, I've seen guys use glass and what not, you're just using regular (I'm presuming non-wax) paper cups, hey?
who could dislike this? this is talent !
Great! I like it so much!
Kafka ruleZ!
Ur one cool cat....big inspiration! Thanks!
LA PRACTICA HACE AL MAESTRO
Amazing!
Love Your Work!!.. Great Job!
I really like this design 👌👏
Wow! Nice Man!!! That's some bitchin' pinstriping. Dig your style and technique, super cool artistry. Thanks for sharing your work with all of us so we can appreciate the good stuff. Cheers!
@texicane1 keep practicing it's worth the effort!
What paint are you using? Im a airbrusher and i use all urethane, does it matter or is letterng enamel prefered?
HectticGaming i-shot only!
Ele é muito bom nessa técnica.