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Airbrush Action’s September-October Issue a Blockbuster!

August 22, 2012 by Airbrush Action 1 Comment

The September-October Airbrush Action boasts exciting and extended content that adds up to one of the best issues we’ve ever done. Available in less than two weeks–the digital editions (iPad, Airbrush Action digital) sooner–the issue will feature the following:

The Urban Art of Leon Rainbow

A Demo of Artool’s New Killer Grunge F/X for creating alien skin, bone texture, acid-eaten surfaces, certain wood textures, aged aluminum, imitation galvanized steel, alien skin patterns, detailed flower patterns, pitted skin, pores, zombie flesh, cool camo patterns, and more, this stuff is, well, killer!

Rhianna’s Power Portrait Instense Step-by-Step by Javier Soto. To learn the process in its entirety the 3 1/2-hour, 2-disc DVD set is available in 2 weeks.

Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2012 Pictorial

Johannes Wessmark: Photorealist European Art Sensation

1973 Corvette Stingray on a T-Shirt By Luc Boivin

2013 PAINT BUYER’S GUIDE. By popular demand, this is text only with the charts on display at www.airbrushaction.com

Weathered Signage By John Hannukaine. The weathered anything is trending strong.

And much more!

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Shading & Blending Tip by Terry Hill

August 12, 2012 by Airbrush Action 1 Comment

The dot, line, dagger, shading and blending. Master the dagger stroke, and you’ve conquered theairbrush.

SHADING AND BLENDING ARE deceptively simple because just about anyone can achieve a reasonably good blend of two or more colors on a flat surface with little experience using a double-action airbrush. Nonetheless, the skill and control required to produce the subtle blends and shades commonly used in portraiture, complex graphics, murals, and more require a level of skill only attainable with a solid mastery of the dot, the line, and the dagger stroke.

For the complete how-to article go to http://www.airbrushaction.com/airbrush-tips-and-tricks/81/back-basics-shading-and-blending

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Drew Struzan’s Advice on Flesh Tones

August 2, 2012 by Airbrush Action Leave a Comment

A couple of years ago I called Drew Struzan to try to convince him to do a DVD on his technique. For those unfamiliar with Struzan, he is one of the all-time great illustrators, having done most of the movie posters for Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, and many others. His poster credits include Raiders of the Lost Ark, E.T., the Star Wars series, Back to the Future, the Harry Potter series, and the list goes on forever. Struzan, whom I’m honored to call a friend, is very softspoken, shy, and modest. Anyway, when he asked what he could possibly contribute, I suggested a detailed demonstration on flesh tones. Struzan chuckled. ‘What’s so funny?’ I asked. ‘Flesh tones are a mystery to many,’ to which he replied, “It’s no mystery at all. Achieving any flesh tone is a simple matter of matching color.” I was speechless against that punchline! The DVD was never made.

To discover more tips from some of the World’s best, visit http://www.airbrushaction.com/airbrush-action-airbrush-tips-and-tricks

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Would You Support an Airbrush Olympics?

July 30, 2012 by Airbrush Action 2 Comments

If an Airbrush Olympics were staged, which countries do you think would participate? And win the most medals? Best location (Vegas is always my vote; Orlando a close second)? I’m certain that artists from Germany (with a multitude of airbrush clubs and tradeshows), Italy, the U.S, England, Canada, and Australia would be among the strong competitors, but what countries am I missing? Do you believe an Airbrush Olympics could be pulled off? Your thoughts on structure: categories, events, etc. Let me hear from you.

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I Failed to Mention This. . . . . .

July 27, 2012 by Airbrush Action Leave a Comment

I was pleasantly surprised by, and grateful for, the strong and positive response to yesterday’s blog, Is Print Dead? The State of the Airbrush Union. Your generous comments and supportive positions really motivated me. More comments are coming, of course, but if what I read is a fair sample of the collective thinking of Airbrush Action‘s readership (which I believe it is), then I’m stoked. Thank you.

What I failed to mention, though, is that in the September-October and November-December 2011 issues we eliminated about four pages of house ads (some were downsized or consolidated), and in the upcoming September-October issue we will remove about three more pages. This was and is being done largely in response to your feedback, and in an effort to trim the fat for more content. We have never rested on our laurels, and always strive to publish a quality magazine.

Now, as you can probably imagine, trying to come up with new ideas, artists, applications, etc., about airbrushing can be challenging (frankly, I’m amazed we’ve been able to do it for nearly 30 years!), and to prevent staleness (which, admittedly, can and does occur with such a vertical subject) I sometimes try to shock, which is partly what the July-August issue is about (the other aspect is that it’s a fabulous image painted by one of the greatest pinstripers, ever). I knew it would turn heads, be slightly controversial, and make people ask (which they already have, believe me), ‘Why pinstriping on the cover of an airbrush magazine?’ Inspiration and the promotion of a synergistic art form as a possible new way to make money is the answer. The Pinstriping course at the Airbrush Getaway does well simply because airbrush artists want to learn how to pinstripe. Also, I did envision “skinstriping” as a new art form that could gain traction. Ultimately, all can win here, especially with an open-mindedness to expand our arsenal as artists.

I wish everyone a great weekend.

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Learn How to Airbrush from Icon Terry Hill at the 24th Annual Airbrush Getaway

July 25, 2012 by Airbrush Action 1 Comment

October 8-12, 2012 in Las Vegas, NV

Airbrush great Terry Hill, one of the most recognized names in T-shirt airbrushing, captivates students

A Chinese proverb holds that “the journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step.” Similarly, an old airbrush proverb holds that “the quest for airbrush mastery begins with a class taught by a legend.”

The ultimate hands-on art course, Introduction to Airbrushing, conducted by airbrush icon Terry Hill promises to accelerate the skills of new airbrush artists and provide an excellent foundation for the subsequent four-day Airbrush Getaway workshop classes held October 9 through 12 at the NEW Tropicana Las Vegas, 3801 Las Vegas Boulevard South.

Terry Hill

Hill is a true pioneer in the airbrush T-shirt industry, and as head instructor he’ll put students through the paces with drills, introduction to the various types of airbrushes, maintenance, air sources, safety issues, painting surfaces, preparation, and much more.

Mr. Hill transcends T-shirt airbrushing, and he’s one of the most recognizable names in the industry. Based in Destin, Florida, he has been airbrushing for more than 30 years, and is a frequent contributor and editor to Airbrush Action magazine, and a vital fixture of the esteemed Airbrush Getaway workshop program. Cheryl Vaughn, Hill’s assistant, is a skilled airbrush make-up and T-shirt artist.

The workshops have attracted students from corporations as diverse as Disney, AT&T, Boeing, Texas Instruments, Hallmark and many others, as well as freelancers, small business owners and students of all skill levels.

The cost for this one-day course is $150, and includes all supplies and equipment. One day courses include Introduction to Airbrushing, T-Shirt Lettering Bootcamp, Airbrush Tattoos, Intro to Pinstriping, Intro Murals on Steel, and Intro Automotive Graphics. Four-day course include Airbrush Mastery, Ultimate Airbrush Effects, Automotive Graphics, Achieving Photorealism, Power Portraits, Automotive Murals on Steel, and others. For discounted room reservations, call 800-634-4000 and mention “Airbrush Getaway Workshop, group code SAIR10.” For more information, call 800-876-2472 (international callers: 732-223-7878), or visit www.airbrushaction.com.

Former Student Quote:

“It’s so professional, so well done. I’d never held an airbrush before, but these folks instill the confidence.”
—Ray Meckel, Rosenthall Signs and first-time Getaway attendee

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“Our Getaway is the world’s best airbrush immersion program.”
—Cliff Stieglitz, Airbrush Action’s publisher

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About Airbrush Getaway:

“The Airbrush Getaway is a one-of-a-kind event—the world’s best airbrush immersion program,” explains Cliff Stieglitz, Airbrush Action’s publisher. “It’s ideal for artists and non-artists seeking to learn new skills or take their art to professional levels.” Students from all over the world come away learning how to make thousands of extra dollars airbrushing, and many claim that what they learn in four or five days at the workshop would take years to learn on their own. “We’ve worked hard to develop our exceptional faculty,” Stieglitz explains. “All our instructors are at the top of their field. A special comradery and bond develops between students and staff at every Getaway.”

Also …

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WATCH:
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Attend Airbrush Getaway’s Plotter Mastery Class

July 19, 2012 by Airbrush Action Leave a Comment

From Imagination to Cash —

Win in Vegas: Attend the top hands-on airbrush workshop featuring the world’s best instructors

Want to learn how to cut your art production time and costs by up to 60%? Then come to Vegas this fall. That’s when the Airbrush Getaway will conduct another exceptional Plotter Mastery workshop—the first in Orlando last spring having won wide praise from attendees.

Celebrating its 24th anniversary, the Airbrush Getaway, produced by Airbrush Action magazine, will be staged at the NEW Tropicana Las Vegas at 3801 Las Vegas Boulevard S., Las Vegas, NV from Monday, October 8 to Friday, October 12.

Plotter Mastery’s instructor Scott MacKay, a world-class automotive artist, uses the plotter in his own shop to enhance hand-work and production at all levels. During the class he will demo digital design, manipulation and merging of artwork to take students through two complete start-to-finish projects. Students will also learn how to maximize work flow, improve quality control, create instantaneous design duplication while eliminating surface cuts, re-masking, and how to slash your costs and production time by up to 60%.

Reviews for Plotter Mastery:

“You think you know everything until you talk to Scott.”
—Plotter student and Disney artist Brian Brimmer

“It makes me realize how far we can go. I’m going home, tearing down my bike, and redoing it.”
—Quincy Russell of Cenla Customs

ACT NOW — REGISTER HERE: Las Vegas Airbrush Getaway 2012

About Airbrush Action Magazine’s Airbrush Getaway:

According to Airbrush Action magazine publisher Cliff Stieglitz, the internationally esteemed Airbrush Getaway is ideal for artists and non-artists seeking to learn new skills or take their art to professional levels. “Students come away learning how to make thousands of extra dollars airbrushing, and many claim that what they learn in four or five days at the workshop would take years to learn on their own,” Stieglitz explained. “It’s the world’s finest and largest airbrush workshop program.”

Other courses include Introduction to Airbrushing, Airbrush Mastery, Ultimate Airbrush Effects, Automotive Graphics, Achieving Photorealism, Power Portraits, Airbrush Tattoos, Body Art, and many more. A one-day T-shirt Lettering Boot Camp will be held on Monday, October 8. For discounted room reservations, call 800-634-4000 and mention “Airbrush Getaway Workshop, group code SAIR10.” For more information, call 800-876-2472 (international callers: 732-223-7878), or visit Airbrush Action magazine.

About Airbrush Action Magazine:

Founded by Cliff Stieglitz in 1985, Airbrush Action magazine is the longest publishing airbrush magazine in world history. Distributed internationally through Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, 7-Eleven, all military branches, and many other mainstream outlets, Airbrush Action magazine is edited for airbrush enthusiasts and art professionals. It covers all popular applications of airbrushing, including body art, automotive custom painting, T-shirt airbrushing, tattoo art, pin-up art, hobby/model uses, illustration, fine art, and more. For more information, visit Airbrush Action magazine.

*More images available on request

For interview opportunities and media requests, please contact Bridget Dean by phone 540.842.7776 or e-mail.

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Mea Culpa

March 24, 2011 by Airbrush Action Leave a Comment

I try to keep up with the many airbrush forums, tweets, and blogs to maintain a pulse on what people say about us. Good, bad, or indifferent, I love it all. We listen, and much of the way Airbrush Action has evolved over the years is a direct result of this feedback. One of the most frequent complaints concerns “the ads.” I, too, agree that there are perhaps too many “house” ads in Airbrush Action, and a couple of issues ago, we eliminated about two pages worth with more chopping to come. Unfortunately, we publish in an industry that does not support Airbrush Action with enough advertising to even justify the magazine. The house ads keep it all going; they’re our fund-raisers, or life-line, if you will. Without the revenue streams of the DVDs, books, and Airbrush Getaway workshops, there would be no Airbrush Action. In fact, two former publishers of airbrush magazines have echoed: “Now we know what you go through, and man, we don’t know how you do it! We have a new-found respect for you.” The good that we’ve done as the World’s longest running, and leading, airbrush publication (we’ll be 26 this May) by far outweighs the negatives. Most of the “celebrity” names in airbrush that you know well, admire, and even emulate owe much of their notoriety to Airbrush Action, and we’ve done more, hands down, for their names and the crusade of airbrushing than any other publication or source in the industry. And, we do listen to our readers. Hey, we’re not perfect, but our determination, commitment, and success in keeping an airbrush magazine alive are unmatched. NOT bragging, just proud. 2010 and 2011 have and will be especially solid editorially. Some of the upcoming incredible art and features will blow you away.

About the Jan-Feb issue. I truly apologize to any loyal subscriber who felt left out by not receiving the now notorious free DVD. We absolutely meant no harm or snub by it. The DVD version of Jan-Feb was a very expensive promotion designed to increase sell-through on the newsstand, introduce Airbrush Action to an entirely new audience, and to promote the effort’s major sponsor, Auto-Air Colors, whom, by the way, has been the most generous and progressive company I’ve ever worked with. As a personal aside, Auto-Air’s Craig Kennedy is a true visionary. I know he’ll hate me for saying that (he’s an overly modest dude), but I believe it to be accurate. Because of your collective response, and our error in judgment (I must say that to satisfy today’s quota of Jewish guilt), we will never exclude subscribers again. I welcome all to contact me personally (ceo@airbrushaction.com) with any issues, questions, or comments you may have about Airbrush Action.