Blog Entries for AirbrushAction http://www.airbrushaction.com Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:20:46 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/20-airbrush-body-painting-instructional-dvds.html The art of airbrushing takes human form with airbrush body painting, which is becoming an increasingly popular choice. From maximizing physical assets to minimizing bodily flaws, airbrush body painting can help accentuate physique while still appearing natural to an audience. Airbrush body painting is also done for decorative purposes, whether to make a glitzy splash on a Las Vegas stage or add flair to a holiday manicure. Whether for performance, enhancement, or just for fun, airbrush body pain [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sun, 01 Jun 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/19-how-to-airbrush-real-fire.html In the history of airbrushing, few custom painting airbrush techniques have taken the industry by storm like flames. While many custom painting trends fluctuate over time, flame jobs have remained in the highest demand. For professional airbrush artists, knowing how to paint flames is a necessity--and the more realistic, the better. No matter what an artist&#39;s skill level, the need to airbrush real fire is one that will be encountered time and again. <p>From vehicle designs to helmets (and ev [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sun, 01 Jun 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/17-airbrush-art-publications-and-dvds.html Since the 19th century, airbrushing has revolutionized the art world by producing intricate artistic detail through high velocity tools. From industrial spray guns for hot rod art and automotive cosmetic fixes, to dual-action airbrushes for ease in multitasking, the airbrush equipment an artist uses can be as important as the design itself. Many airbrush artists at the top of their field will regularly check out product reviews as new equipment hits the market, to stay abreast of the latest adva [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sun, 01 Jun 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/13-the-airbrush-dvd-uses-new-mediums-to-teach.html For those who can create realistic airbrush art, there is a lucrative future in a number of industries (especially the automotive industry). However, the wide variety of subjects and styles required for mastery requires a vast amount of knowledge; this is why there is an instructional airbrush DVD for virtually every type of image. For instance, an expert airbrusher might know how to paint a flaming-skulled clown riding a motorcycle, yet need some more practice to accurately render a simple chr [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sun, 01 Jun 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/7-an-airbrush-hobby-lasts-a-lifetime.html People who have an airbrush hobby generally fall into three categories. These categories include the photographic artist, the mural designer, and the auto/motorcycle detailer. The airbrush industry has widened its focus to accommodate these modern artistes.<p>Creating realism worthy of a photograph through airbrushing is a great way to occupy one&#39;s time. Those who can turn ordinary portraits into life-like pieces of art always have a unique gift idea available. Learning to perfect this tec [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sun, 01 Jun 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/5-motorcycle-airbrushing-requires-an-extensive-gallery.html Motorcycles are the most popular vehicle used to showcase airbrushed art. Motorcycle airbrushing is quite a lucrative art form; many artists have created best-selling DVDs to show others how to detail bikes, including the &quot;Vincent Goodeve Complete Video Guide to Motorcycle Murals&quot; Whether as a hobby or a career, motorcycle airbrushing has been in high demand for over four decades.<p>Almost every biker wants a killer airbrush design on his or her motorcycle tanks. That&#39;s why up-an [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sun, 01 Jun 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/4-automotive-airbrushing-requires-extreme-preparation.html One of the most lucrative industries for modern artists is that of automotive airbrushing . Painting killer designs on the sides of decked-out hot rods is not only thrilling, it is also quite profitable for skilled artists . However, this skill is not easily obtained--learning professional automotive airbrush is a talent that takes years to master.<p>Surprisingly, the hardest part about airbrushing cars isn&#39;t the airbrushing--it&#39;s the surface preparation. In order for an airbrushed desig [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sun, 01 Jun 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/18-airbrush-classes-taught-by-the-masters.html Every day airbrush artists develop new groundbreaking airbrushing techniques as they refine and experiment with their medium and pass along their knowledge in airbrush classes. Ultimately, even those who have a formal art education need to stay abreast of evolving techniques in the airbrushing field, as experts forge new paths in the photorealism, automotive and clothing realms. While novices can self-teach with instructional airbrush DVDs, videos, or books, nothing quite compares to hands-on tr [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sat, 31 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/16-airbrush-helmets-complete-the-look.html Over the past three decades, vehicle safety laws have increased in their strictness (as well as their severity of punishments). As a result, the airbrush helmet industry has seen a considerable boom. After all, imagine the sight of a big, bearded biker driving a fat hog while wearing a bright orange helmet. The need for a customized airbrush helmet is obvious--which is why an entire industry has sprung out of this form of airbrush art.<p>Whether for their own use or as a commercial enterprise, [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sat, 31 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/15-why-have-an-airbrush-gallery.html Like the tattoo artist&#39;s wall of art, an artist&#39;s airbrush gallery is the most important sales tool he or she has to work with. Learning to generate a wide variety of styles and motifs is one of the qualities that can separate the successful airbrush artist from the hobbyist. Learning technique is the best way to start, but building a repertoire of airbrush designs requires learning individualized skills, one design at a time.<p>Most seasoned airbrush artists learn each style individuall [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sat, 31 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/14-how-to-pick-the-right-airbrush-equipment.html For those starting their own airbrush workshop , the right equipment is absolutely necessary. For most artists, a double action airbrush is a must. Designed for optimal control, the double action airbrush creates a more even flow of paint than its counterpart, the single action airbrush. Single action airbrushes are adequate for quick and inexpensive spray-paint jobs, but they lack the ability to generate realistic-looking art projects. <p>The process behind the dual action airbrush is simple. B [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sat, 31 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/12-different-airbrushes-for-different-jobs.html No other artist&#39;s tool has been able to capture the reality of a photograph like the airbrush. It&#39;s no wonder that the work of airbrush artists is everywhere, from the freeway to the covers of major mainstream magazines . By using a process called atomization, photo editors can seamlessly blend two contrasting colors. This commercial process is even used on real photographs to heighten the desired artistic effect and make them look superior to the original print. <p>Since its invention i [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sat, 31 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/11-learning-airbrush-techniques-is-an-evolving-process.html Before one can begin to experiment with popular motifs, one has to learn basic airbrush techniques. It&#39;s important to master the ins-and-outs of blending textures, as well as how to properly operate airbrush equipment. There are a wide variety of instructional DVDs , books , and videocassettes available. Many artists prefer to start with a &quot;basics&quot; DVD. &quot;Pro Airbrush and Paintbrush Techniques &quot; is a best-selling DVD that attempts to cover all the basics of this style of a [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sat, 31 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/9-an-airbrush-portrait-can-look-perfect.html An airbrush portrait can look as life-like as a photograph. Naturally, there is a great deal of technique and mastery involved in this process, whether one merely wants to re-touch a photograph or create an entire life-like rendering from scratch. However, once skill in this field is obtained, artists may find a lucrative career path in the magazine or design industry. <p>Most people who employ airbrush portrait techniques use a double, or dual action, airbrush. To master this, the artist must f [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sat, 31 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/8-airbrush-magazines-have-something-for-every-artist.html In the airbrush industry, following the trends can be a make-or-break issue for most businesses. The demand for different styles changes quickly with pop culture trends, leaving little ramp-up time. The styles that were popular in the &lsquo;70s certainly wouldn&#39;t sell to today&#39;s bikers and custom detail enthusiasts. Many airbrush magazines realize this, and devote most of their pages to keeping readers abreast of the latest trends in the airbrush industry.<p>Airbrush magazines have bee [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sat, 31 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/6-learning-to-airbrush-cars-can-be-lucrative.html In the art industry, there&#39;s nothing cooler than the expressive pieces placed on the bodies of vintage hot-rods. Airbrush artists often choose this field as both their passion and their career. Naturally, learning to airbrush cars is a process with a steep learning curve. That&#39;s why there are many best-selling DVDs and books on the subject of auto airbrushing, including &quot;Automotive Airbrush Cheap Tricks &amp; Special F/X &quot; by Craig Fraser.<p>When airbrush artists decide to [...] info@airbrushaction.com Sat, 31 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/10-plan-ahead-to-airbrush-skulls-properly.html For those who airbrush designs onto cars and bikes, learning how to airbrush skulls is a must. Next to flames, skulls are the most requested type of airbrush design. They require attention to detail--painting any portion of the human body has long been one of the most difficult forms of art. It is often recommended that those wishing to airbrush skulls study a book on human anatomy, or at least a plastic skull. <p>The combination of the relatively high difficulty level and the widespread popular [...] info@airbrushaction.com Fri, 30 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush http://www.airbrushaction.com/blog/3-airbrushing-is-an-art-that-requires-a-lifetime-of-devotion.html Many artists are in search of their vision of artistic perfection. Due to the lure of simulated realism, almost every artist considers airbrushing at one point in his or her career. With the airbrush, it&#39;s possible to render an image with photographic-quality detail. Airbrushing is also the flagship artistic discipline behind the auto - and motorcycle -detailing industries . Building a gallery of airbrushed art is a great way for an artist to turn any encounter into a sales opportunity.<p> [...] info@airbrushaction.com Wed, 28 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100 Airbrush