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| Last updated on December 7, 2020
In this video Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows you how to get started using an airbrush. You’ll learn about some of the different types of airbrushes, how to mix paint, and proper airbrushing techniques.
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No matter what the cost of your brush make sure that after use you clean it very good. Your brush will only be as good as you keep it clean. Also make sure that the small air hole at the top of the cap is kept clear. This keeps the brush from creating a vacuum in the paint bottle and thus restricting the flow of the paint.
Best place to buy air brushes is at Michaels craft stores
If you sign up at their website at least once a month they will send you a coupon for 40-50% off of one item and they almost always have a big selection of air brushes in stock!
WHERE CAN I GET A FAIR AIR BRUSH?
This video was very helpful.
Can you provide advice for managing a session painting with multiple colors?
Are you breaking down the airbrush for cleaning each time or is there another method to change colors?
Also, general tips about managing painting a structure kit with many colors; perhaps needs for multiple coats?
Being I'm new at this air brushing every tip is helpful. Keep up the good work
What about cleaning the air brush after painting? A how to on that subject would be great.
Great information for a beginner, like myself. Thank you MR staff for this video.
what do you do if you don't have a power vent?
Good and informative. Nice
Could you guys do an advanced airbrushing video in the future? Detailing and weathering with an airbrush would be helpful. Great job !
Simple to the point and practical instructions for basic airbrushing.
Thank you for the tips on air brushing Cody. Guess I didn't realize that a person could use the rubbing alcohol for a thinner. Much less expensive forsure!
Cody, I've been l@@king for a screen filter like the one you used in this video. Can not seem to fine one like this through Micro-Mark? Can you be of some help. I have a Paasche double action and the one Micro mark has l@@ks to Micky Mouse. As always great video, keep up the great work.
best article yet, thanks Cody.
Great tips, I'be having trouble airbrushing and it helps to see a video. Thanks!
When doing plaster rock faces I use water to cut paint about 50/50 it controls the color of the rocks better
Great tips – can you use 90% alcohol. It contains less water thus help reduce wood warping?
For a first time user, great tips. It makes it easy for me to understand when he explains it. Thanks Cody!
Great info, thanks Cody. Any plans for filming in HD?
It would be great to see the finer details in your tips.
Very informative. Keep it up.
Excellent intro to air brushing.
Good tips
great video. got some fantastic tips.