This beginner’s guide is for anyone considering learning how to airbrush motorcycles. There is no need to worry if they are artists or not.
An airbrush can be mastered with practice like most tools. And drawing skills can be substituted with the use of projectors and stencils. Therefore, anyone considering this field should not worry about whether he has artistic skills or has never used an airbrush before.
There are many materials available to practice this art form, before painting directly on someone’s helicopter. Items like picture boards, tote bags, and even wood provide exciting new challenges. Learning to paint on different surfaces teaches how different surfaces react to paint and masking materials.
When the time comes when an aspiring airbrush artist feels ready to paint on vehicles, there are plenty of smaller vehicles to practice on, such as rowboats, trailers, or even lawnmowers. People love getting their items personalized and can really enjoy free airbrush graphics on them. This also starts a brand of work for aspiring airbrush artists, by giving exposure to the public for potential paid work.
Create a workspace
Workspace preparation should be addressed first. Good lighting and a wide open space are a must. Make sure there are no items to get in the way when moving with brushes and wires. Noise considerations must also be addressed because compressors can be loud and disturbing to others.
Climate control is important for storing paints and finishes. Temperatures should not go to extremes when it comes to hot or cold. Make sure tools and materials are stored away from excessive dirt and dust. A cleaning area with access to running water must be accessible and electricity must also be available.
Starting supplies and tools
By buying just the basics to get started, a person can have everything they need to get started to help them stay within their budget. High-end items are always available, and when a person or their budget is ready, they can be purchased to help streamline work and increase styling ability.
Before making any purchase, it would be helpful to research products on the Internet to learn their precise uses, such as types of paint. The initial items to purchase are paint, an airbrush, masking materials, and a compressor.
An artist also needs to practice sketching and drawing plans. Therefore, it is also important to have several large pads of sketch paper and paper made specifically for airbrushing on hand.
Work that will be held outdoors on vehicles must be protected from the elements and damage from driving such as stones etc. So eventually a bike artist needs to purchase exterior finishes and a spray gun to apply them.