Airbrush Academy Top 5 Tips to Better Airbrushing

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  • Опубликовано: 16 янв 2025

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  • @brentcox6201
    @brentcox6201 4 года назад +16

    holy crap, I have watched a million air brush videos on youtube trying to get better, and not one I had watched mentioned tip #2, keep the airflow constant, makes total sense and was an ah-ha moment for me, thank you sir

    • @WhiteDragon689
      @WhiteDragon689 9 месяцев назад

      I've heard of keeping the air constant and the only change is the pull back for paint.

  • @loaded68mustang
    @loaded68mustang 4 года назад +14

    This was worth watching for the color wheel part alone! I didn't understand how it worked before. Great tips all around. Thank you!

  • @watermelonhelmet6854
    @watermelonhelmet6854 3 года назад +2

    Smaller compressor owner here. Running the air all the time just isn't practical, so I've found a good technique is to always do the following sequence: Air on, paint on, paint off, air off. Basically, don't just release the trigger when you're done with a stroke, make sure the trigger is all the way forward before stopping the air.

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  3 года назад

      Maybe you should do a youtube video on it lol

  • @marknagle57
    @marknagle57 4 года назад +3

    I have just started airbrushing in this second lockdown and am loving it. PS I am a disabled 57 year old and painting has saved my sanity. Thanks for your help!!

    • @marknagle57
      @marknagle57 4 года назад +1

      Mick, I have signed up for you on line course...where do I download the projects ect?

    • @marknagle57
      @marknagle57 4 года назад +1

      Found it duh!

  • @mwebb-01
    @mwebb-01 3 года назад +1

    Ive been a member for a while now to his sub service. This video here is very worth the view. Color theory and Finishing the piece were especially good for me.Thanks

  • @emulatorretro
    @emulatorretro 5 лет назад +3

    I just purchased my second aribrush set from amazon for $70 all together and I never realized I was so good at using an airbrush for painting on paper.
    To calrify: I bought a Testors airbrush that attached to a can of compressed air and used it primarily to paint model cars so I could use any acrylic paint that I found at discount stores, which works when properly thinned.
    I also used to draw quite a bit in my youth and all but stopped since graduating university. I purchased a new system online so I could use Spectra Color brand paints , which are airbrush only, because I love the color pallet they have. I am now painting scale 1:18 model kits of old era vehicles with Spectra Flame, recreating Matchbox Cars from the 1960's and the 1970's era.
    I am not sure if I can pull off a Robin Williams, but I do know that I can give The Dark Knight one hell of a go!

  • @calumryan6328
    @calumryan6328 3 года назад +3

    Thanks for that color wheel tip, I always just add gray to tone down my paint color and always get mixed results. This should help a lot

  • @tomb.8485
    @tomb.8485 2 года назад

    I haven’t done any airbrushing yet, but am thinking about it. This is one of the best videos I have seen for tips. New subscriber.

  • @sturmiusexner2820
    @sturmiusexner2820 4 года назад +2

    Great Video. Especially your last tip warms my heart!

  • @eddiemcgrath8536
    @eddiemcgrath8536 2 года назад

    Just ordered an air brush kit, great tips will be having a look at joining your site when they all arrive.

  • @lnhislmage
    @lnhislmage 4 года назад +1

    I learned what a Q tip is in the UK I had to keep backing up and listening but being in the USA I never knew what a cotton bud was until today. Oh and by the way great video. You are the best source for airbrush technique and inspiration I have ever had the privilege to watch. There is no close second place

  • @markwilson9935
    @markwilson9935 4 года назад

    Some tutorials are rubbish...others.OK..others good...this one is AAAAAAAA++++++++++...excellent...no BS

  • @paulfaheyFineArt
    @paulfaheyFineArt 3 года назад +1

    great clear explanations, and awesome basics for all levels. Well done. Thanks!

  • @edwiniango4125
    @edwiniango4125 Год назад

    Thank you for the tips and I love everything you said on the last part on your tips.

  • @alistairrance7001
    @alistairrance7001 5 лет назад

    Great refresher for me with the tips and can't wait for the airbrush show videos. At the end of erasing you summed up where I am, need to do more free hand, need to stop shying away from colour and get the colour wheel out more. Thanks for the push in the right direction

  • @ericashmusic8889
    @ericashmusic8889 4 года назад

    Stumbled on this just searching for those little extra tips. & Aha !! Many thanks Mick, I picked up a lot. Beneficial for me was, Right understanding ! I mean I was a Contract Draughtsman
    based in Brum-30 yr worked all across from Wolv'h , Dudley, Cradley Heath Halesowen & so on, Listening to your speech & dialect, was like being at home !Thanks so much. Kind Regards.

  • @ninjanicke
    @ninjanicke 5 лет назад +7

    Excellent video! I keep a toothbrush in a glass of water mixed with airbrush cleaner for cleaning the tip, quick and easy.

  • @jasonweston1148
    @jasonweston1148 3 года назад

    I've been airbrushing for years now and never once did I think to clean the needle with a q tip to remove tip dry... great video!

  • @maccrigdon4048
    @maccrigdon4048 5 лет назад +4

    I really enjoyed this video. I just got an airbrush for Christmas to use on hand carved birds and these tips will be quite useful. Additionally the color isolation technique will also help my brushwork and I’m excited to implement that to my work!! Thank you for this video!!

  • @airbrushnewart1045
    @airbrushnewart1045 3 года назад +1

    Explained very well and clearly. That should help every airbrusher. thanks for that

  • @ELPADREAIRBRUSH
    @ELPADREAIRBRUSH Год назад

    I’m a amateur airbrush artist and sometimes it just seems I can’t get anything to work if it’s not the paint flow it’s the air pressure if not that I get a clog but your videos are amazing I love all your instructions ! you make it look so easy like when you did the VALEK painting of the evil nun that was amazing what advice would you give to a struggling airbrush artist ! Thank you for your time
    Forever your student
    Marc ( aka EL PADRE PAINTINGS)

  • @simoncarter679
    @simoncarter679 5 лет назад +1

    That’s a great video Mick. It’s a really good advertisement for your subscription service as well as being fantastic advice for people in general.

  • @nigelrose5681
    @nigelrose5681 5 лет назад +4

    Great tips . Always good to watch your work on RUclips. Feel the force.

  • @cityofpureevil9844
    @cityofpureevil9844 3 года назад

    Thank you so much for all of the tips you have given...I really appreciate the Information and detailed explanation of it all.... God Bless

  • @jeremyshawn3336
    @jeremyshawn3336 Год назад

    Thanks for rhis video, I can't wait to try some of these techniques.

  • @TomCro2022
    @TomCro2022 4 года назад +1

    Superb! Very very very good video ! Great!
    Greetings from Zagreb / Croatia

  • @keithkraine475
    @keithkraine475 3 года назад

    Totally agree with he last two comments - LIGHTBULB !!!! Thank you

  • @markrichardson2722
    @markrichardson2722 5 лет назад +3

    Can't wait for the end of summer for the airbrush show buddy looking forward to that

    • @quinncooper4539
      @quinncooper4539 5 лет назад

      Have you got more info/link on the airbrush show? Thanks

  • @eross21
    @eross21 2 года назад

    so i’m setting up a workbench like you have for airbrushing. what do you use for lighting? it looks nice and
    bright

  • @Sethschwan
    @Sethschwan Год назад

    Super helpful videos 🫶 thank you!

  • @NickJacksonusa
    @NickJacksonusa 4 года назад +2

    During Tip #2 I thought it was interesting to see how you held the airbrush with both hands. I guess that could have been a tip all by itself :) Thank you for such a great video.

  • @amandapaintedponycompany1934
    @amandapaintedponycompany1934 4 года назад +12

    Thank you so much. This was a perfect tutorial. The color theory part was invaluable. Although I went to art school, I still had a hard time understanding the saturation process....you explained it perfectly. I am definitely subscribing.

  • @jamiepalzeaird3013
    @jamiepalzeaird3013 3 года назад +1

    This was great to see I've had all these problems only been airbrushing about a year so very early days using a cheap £20 airbrush but now have a iwata £130 and it's so much better and yes I kept stopping the air every past n spitting paint all the time 😡but once you get it right it feels great. I've subscribed 👍

  • @jimmyzwheelz
    @jimmyzwheelz 4 года назад +7

    Great tutorial...very helpful tips! I've always been frustrated with airbrush performance not realizing that it was mostly due to "tip dry". Thank you!!

  • @Maverick1062a
    @Maverick1062a 4 года назад +1

    I'm doing models, i.e. aircraft etc. But this was an enlightening video. Thank you very much.

  • @willparsons32
    @willparsons32 4 года назад +9

    Just wondering Sir, How long exactly have you been Airbrushing? (...Your work is of "photographic" perfection!)

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  4 года назад +3

      Thank you Will, ive been airbrushing around 20 years

  • @jamesappleby2901
    @jamesappleby2901 4 года назад +1

    Found this very informative easy to understand glad I watched it 😀

  • @elefectog5967
    @elefectog5967 5 лет назад +4

    I simply love it,,, thanks it's so helpful for and learners if this amazing art of painting... Your tips and way of comunicate council's airbrush are understandable...

  • @cliffg4975
    @cliffg4975 4 года назад

    Good Morning Mick
    I have signed
    up for the online course. How do I download the workbook and other downloads.
    Also I can't seem to find any new videos, it says you put new videos up weekly, am I looking in the right area?
    I think so far your videos are very thorough, and I am enjoying them.
    Thanks
    Cliff

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  4 года назад

      On the beginner section in the videos there will be 2x section that look like videos but are blank, they will say beginner work book and the guide book click them and they will instantly download
      Cheers

  • @garrettsgarage4769
    @garrettsgarage4769 4 года назад +1

    Great video great information

  • @inthewindfpv644
    @inthewindfpv644 2 года назад

    Hi! Where can i find that filters in the wall? I'm looking for them for my airbrush booth and can't find them anywhere. Could you say me the name?
    Thanks for your videos, learning a lot from you.

  • @loaded68mustang
    @loaded68mustang 4 года назад +1

    Will definitely be signing up for your new website

  • @spyuggy
    @spyuggy 5 лет назад +2

    Great tips Mick, I have the Airbrush series colour wheels and after a few hard weeks, I began to get the hang of my colours. I did an eagle head and splattered a great blob of paint onto it, but I kept going and it turned out to be one of the best feathers in the painting. Thanks for the tips.

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  5 лет назад

      Great to hear Douglas

    • @snoopu2601
      @snoopu2601 5 лет назад

      That's what I need to do dedicate a week to my air brush, I have many diffrent cans of RUSTOLUME paints. I'm going to thin it down to paint they are water clean up. I have all the colors to make other colors.

  • @sagebrother
    @sagebrother 2 года назад

    Very useful. Thanks!!

  • @wheatonsspeedshop1412
    @wheatonsspeedshop1412 4 года назад

    Great video. I'm about to start airbrushing but I'm not sure I will be trying to mix my own colors... Yet. The tip about tip drying I will definitely watch out for

  • @macpakinga1271
    @macpakinga1271 2 года назад

    I'm still learning 🙁 and I love a challenge love it thank you for sharing. 🤗

  • @markrichardson2722
    @markrichardson2722 5 лет назад +2

    Nice vid mick nice to hear this stuff again

  • @jessiebantan8236
    @jessiebantan8236 4 года назад

    Sr im from phillipines im your pans what kind of airbrush brand ah nice to choose

  • @lxoxrxexnx
    @lxoxrxexnx 5 лет назад +2

    Really big help. Thanks.

  • @fallenhoenix1255
    @fallenhoenix1255 3 года назад

    Many thanks for the pointers, mate. Mind if I ask about the air filters on the background? Is it aesthetic? Function?

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  3 года назад

      Function, they were run on a large extraction unit in the back of the studio

    • @fallenhoenix1255
      @fallenhoenix1255 3 года назад +1

      @@mickeyracer thank you. This is a factor I've yet to hear discussed. Would you say ventilation is something everyone should consider for airbrushing?

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  3 года назад

      Yes, anything airbourne that we can breath in is not good for us, although wearing a full mask for airbrushing is not always comfortable or asthetically pleasing, good ventilation i would say is a must for our own health and safety

  • @harrietblank6812
    @harrietblank6812 5 лет назад

    Excellent video!! You are a great teacher!! I am thinking of buying an airbrush and this video was very good information. At first I wanted an airbrush just to blow inks and watercolor. Now I am thinking of using it to paint instead and in addition to a brush. Which airbrush/airbrush system would you recommend?? Thank you I will be looking forward to seeing more videos with you.

  • @swwolf3640
    @swwolf3640 4 года назад

    Oh, and what erasers do you use? The pencil and pen ones? I'd assume there acrylic ones if using acrylic? Thanks Adie UK, Doncaster

  • @AirbrushAsylum
    @AirbrushAsylum 5 лет назад +1

    Great video and tips Mick well done 👌🏻👍🏻

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you, love your channel buddy 👌

    • @apollolander11
      @apollolander11 5 лет назад +1

      I’m a subscriber to both of your channels, appreciate all you do for the airbrush community and how you guys stick to the basics. Thanks again greatly appreciated.

    • @AirbrushAsylum
      @AirbrushAsylum 5 лет назад +1

      apollolander11 no probs at all many thanks for subbing and glad you enjoy both of our channels 👌🏻🙏🏻

  • @tim62744
    @tim62744 5 лет назад +2

    Great info mick🇨🇮

  • @swwolf3640
    @swwolf3640 4 года назад

    Hi, I'm about to start my airbrush journey and using a basic Airbrush unit to see if ai take to it (Timbertech ABPSTO6 with the Compressor Piston).
    Amazing work by the way.. My questions are,
    1)How do you clean your airbrush out before adding a new paint colour.
    2)The Wheel that you show, do all airbrush paint suppliers have a wheel of colour? If so how do you get it, I'd asume from their website.
    4)If you have to release the air, would you hit a rubbish side piece first and then go to your work? (Like the sheet next to your work you hit with paint, and then paint.
    5)How do you make those stencils you use (like the Death in the woods one, where you hit it with white to show cloud fornation)?
    6)Is there a site to get those stencils or is it easier to make your own? Thank you in Kind.
    7)If using AcrylicPaint, do you start dark or light in your colour. So do you paint like oils on canvas or water colour to water paper principles.
    Love your work.. Adie UK, Doncaster.

  • @Mr360whip
    @Mr360whip 4 года назад

    Great vid. Are you at another premises doing lessons. 👍🏻

  • @ronhodgkinson7683
    @ronhodgkinson7683 3 года назад +1

    Very good points

  • @ToaLetuvae
    @ToaLetuvae 7 месяцев назад

    Nice work

  • @jonmcdermott3061
    @jonmcdermott3061 5 лет назад +1

    I just wondered Mick, are you still doing the physical classes for 2020?

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  5 лет назад

      Hi Jon
      Unfortunatly no, not at this moment, things could change but I closed the shop back in june to concentrate on other projects, but with me you never know
      Thanks and hope your well
      Mick

  • @rossansbro9339
    @rossansbro9339 5 лет назад +2

    Great vid,good reminders mick 👍

  • @brettking8663
    @brettking8663 4 года назад +2

    Master Jedi thank you. +1 subscriber

  • @stevefarrell9822
    @stevefarrell9822 4 года назад

    Hi Mick as a first timer to the world of airbrushing can you recommend a setup, compressor and airbrush wise as there are so many out there, I’m starting out on model aircraft

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  4 года назад

      Hi Steve
      Its always best to try to spend a little more when buying a setup.
      Pretty much any compressor will do the job if it has a tank, if noise is an issue or you need a silent one prices tend to hike a little.
      Bambi compressors are very quiet but can be pricey but they are great compressors.
      As for airbrushes, ive always used iwata airbrushes, IMO keep away from iwata NEO airbrushes though. I can recommend the iwata eclipse CS great for pretty much any paint.

  • @adrienbastarache8096
    @adrienbastarache8096 4 года назад

    very good to explain

  • @susanricart7844
    @susanricart7844 4 года назад +1

    Excellent! Thank you!

  • @helir00
    @helir00 5 лет назад

    Very good video - sound advice - good hints.

  • @Oldking3
    @Oldking3 4 года назад

    Great advice thanks
    After painting on canvas do you spray a varnish or sealant on ? If so what & how ?

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  4 года назад +1

      Yes although if using high end acrylics like createx there is no need to, i generally like a satin finish to airbrushed canvas and use windsor and newton satin spray varnish. Multiple medium coats rather than heavy wet ones

  • @pubbzie5866
    @pubbzie5866 5 лет назад

    Plz don’t stop making these videos they are very helpful

  • @ajo5803
    @ajo5803 5 лет назад +1

    That chart blew my mind! I typically use Vallejo paints would they work, more or less, with a chart like that?
    Also, where can one find that chart (to print for my studio)?

    • @ianm1688
      @ianm1688 5 лет назад

      Are you talking about the color wheel? Those are universal for all mediums.

  • @fil2205
    @fil2205 5 лет назад

    Excellent and highly instructional Mick Many thanks

  • @pontushenkel3366
    @pontushenkel3366 5 лет назад +2

    Great tips! Thank you! 🙌🏻

  • @EDcase1
    @EDcase1 3 года назад

    Great info 👍

  • @pkicequeen9109
    @pkicequeen9109 4 года назад +1

    Great video

  • @DEREKFUMI
    @DEREKFUMI 5 лет назад

    How many water separators do you use? Can you eliminate all the moisture that gets in the line? Great video and very informative! Thanks for sharing.

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  5 лет назад +2

      Hey Derek
      I generally use 2, one on the compressor and an additional one bench mounted, this also allows me to handle the airpressure easily if needed, i dont tend to use the inline little ones that attach to the airbrush as i find them a bit clumbsy and get in the way
      Thanks
      Mick

    • @DEREKFUMI
      @DEREKFUMI 5 лет назад

      Mick Neill thanks for letting me know.

  • @greedmarks7478
    @greedmarks7478 2 года назад

    Is it normal for compressor to drop from initial bar settings ? For example, before spraying I set it on 20 - and right when I press the air action, it drops to 10-12 and stays on it. Is this normal behavior ?

  • @snoopu2601
    @snoopu2601 5 лет назад +2

    Thank you for the helpful tips 👍

  • @shahskyalamdar9105
    @shahskyalamdar9105 5 лет назад +1

    Cheers mate, learned a lot x

  • @Steve-dr7rr
    @Steve-dr7rr 3 года назад

    Hi 8m still new to airbrushing i manly do 1/35 scale but with the colour wheel I understand the way you say it. I just wish there was someone near me who could teach me the basics watching videos is ok but there’s no one saying yes that’s right or no hang on let’s take another look at it. But thanks

  • @kingjpeg
    @kingjpeg 3 года назад

    This video has given me so much extra knowledge, thank you! I never knew there are erasers for airbrushing 😂
    Can you recommend one that would work on airbrushed plastic miniatures?
    Thanks

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  3 года назад +1

      Most will work but for a sharper erase a quite aggressive eraser is best, the most widely available is a fabre castell 7058 from most stationers or online pen specialists like cult pens

    • @kingjpeg
      @kingjpeg 3 года назад

      Thank you!

  • @johnnyharless570
    @johnnyharless570 4 года назад

    Awesome 👏

  • @fbpliegorrivero8869
    @fbpliegorrivero8869 4 года назад +1

    Great!

  • @lewdkingdomdoujinshi8801
    @lewdkingdomdoujinshi8801 4 года назад +1

    Which airbrush are you using in the video?

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  4 года назад

      Generally use an iwata Revolution BR
      Thanks

  • @The88katana600
    @The88katana600 4 года назад +1

    thanks for the great tips

  • @x13roger80
    @x13roger80 6 месяцев назад

    Why has Neil stopped making videos?

  • @youtoucan2312
    @youtoucan2312 5 лет назад +1

    Excellent! Very useful, thank you.
    Where can I follow to find out about “The Tour” please?

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  5 лет назад +2

      hiya, the tour is part of our new magazine show, we will be visiting artists from around the UK that do the job as a profession to give some insite to what it takes to make the leap to doing it themselves, in addition to products reviews, product tests, industry news and gossip, of course tutorials as well
      thanks
      Mick

    • @youtoucan2312
      @youtoucan2312 5 лет назад

      Mick Neill This is something that will be on RUclips then, rather than something I can attend?

  • @chriscaven7626
    @chriscaven7626 5 лет назад

    Thank you very much for your video....I'm new at this
    Cheers

  • @lthrneck7118
    @lthrneck7118 2 года назад

    Thanks Mr. Neil great video. I'm a color pencil artist who specializes in photo realism, so I appreciate your art especially since you have created yours with an airbrush. I just picked up an airbrush for the first time and really relate to your color recognition, dead on! My search is over for a proper teacher. I'm Happy to subscribe and support. Thank you, sir.

  • @bcandutti
    @bcandutti 5 лет назад +2

    Where can we get a copy of the color wheel you showed in the video?

  • @manuelmarzinek3290
    @manuelmarzinek3290 5 лет назад

    Hey Mick.. thanks for sharing your knowledge. Just hit the subscribe botton and left a like. Please keep making these kind of videos.
    Could you tell me what type of airbrush you are using there and what kind/size of nozzle it has? Thx in advance and b rgrds
    Cheers mate!

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  5 лет назад

      Hiya buddy,
      The airbrush im using is an Iwata Revolution BR 0.3 nozzle great little airbrush for the money, its what i generally use for all my work these days
      Thanks for subscribing
      Mick

  • @The_Drive_Inside
    @The_Drive_Inside 5 лет назад +1

    Great great content!!! Keep the awesome info coming 🤙🏻

  • @alexandrefernandes6286
    @alexandrefernandes6286 5 лет назад +4

    This was brilliant!!
    Thank you sir!

  • @Juanaponymous
    @Juanaponymous 4 года назад

    your compressor is so quiet! which do you use?

  • @lacelove8027
    @lacelove8027 5 лет назад

    Great tips, thanks alot

  • @christianolen3002
    @christianolen3002 3 года назад

    Bonjour super votre vidéo mais j'aimerai trouver la même chose en Français pour bien comprendre les choses mais je ne trouve rien je regarde aussi les vidéos d'Asile de l'aérographe mais comme pour les vôtres je ne comprend pas . Dommage pour moi.

  • @RobBob555
    @RobBob555 5 лет назад +2

    i find flow improver works well to reduce tip dry.

    • @sped17373
      @sped17373 5 лет назад +2

      I use E'tac paints, less tip dry to begin with vs. all other water based paints I've tried in 40 years of airbrushing. E'tac has their own flow improver (Condition-air) that I add a few drops of to my bottle of water that I use to thin or reduce my paint before airbrushing. I've also modded the crown caps of my Olympos MP-200C Microns by removing two (opposite each other) of the four points, essentially making them exactly like the crown caps of the Harder Steenbeck Infinity. Thus I can paint with the crown cap on and still achieve the same fine lines I got when removing the cap.....yet I don't risk damaging my needle tip nor do I ever lose my crown cap.

  • @Ibaneddie76
    @Ibaneddie76 5 лет назад

    Great video mate.

  • @pmh6719
    @pmh6719 Год назад

    Cheers!

  • @t-conny985
    @t-conny985 4 года назад

    Do you have a social media i can message you on i have a project i am working on and i could use little advice

  • @dizzicz
    @dizzicz 5 лет назад +4

    Fantastic, thank you.

  • @luissanchez3808
    @luissanchez3808 5 лет назад +1

    Buenas tardes cuando paint un wolf felicidades pinta muy bien adios

  • @elguy
    @elguy 5 лет назад

    Hello Mick! Is that color mixing chart available for download??

    • @mickeyracer
      @mickeyracer  5 лет назад +1

      Its available to purchase from our site for 9.99 and there is 3 wheels, tone, shade and tint, or subscribers to learn to airbrush tv can download it
      Cheers
      Mick

    • @elguy
      @elguy 5 лет назад

      @@mickeyracer Thank you!

    • @chucklamb3496
      @chucklamb3496 5 лет назад

      el guy what is your site?

    • @chucklamb3496
      @chucklamb3496 5 лет назад

      Mick Neill were is your site?