Lauer custom weaponry duracoat painting system brownells. Jun 25, 20 the airbrush artist uses a variety of techniques to get different effects. With normal use, a firearm finished with duracoat will last several lifetimes. They explain the fundamentals of theory and technique, then proceed to give stepbystep advice on the methods you must master to create complete, highly finished artworks. Duracoat reducer will keep your airbrush or spray gun in top working condition. Airbrushing kryptek camo is a quick demonstration of how i airbrush a kryptek camouflage pattern on a ruger precision rifle barrel using createx wicked and auto air colors paints. Durablue sprayon bluing duracoat firearm finishes by.
The gravity fed airbrush doesnt have to overcome the vacuum in the paint chamber to spray. All about techniques in airbrush all about techniques. The options in this set coupled with the low price was very attractive. Holding the airbrush close to the surface or further away, and at varying angles, will have different effects. All about airbrushes and their associated equipment. I believe that the product is so popular due to the fact that duracoat is an aircure product, requires no baking, can be applied to metal, wood, plastic, etc. Apply with an airbrush or spray gun or use the convenient aerosol can.
I first started using duracoat firearm finish in 2009 and have had great results with it. Instead, learn my hardwon troubleshooting techniques to help you correct mistakes in a flash. Learn how to avoid and fix common airbrush problems. Get close at first, positioning the nozzle perhaps half an inch to an inch from the surface. An excellent starter kit, easy to use and complete. Although duracoat will gain most of its final hardness, elasticity and chemical resistance over a 46 week period, time will continue to enhance duracoat s characteristics over a lifetime. The parts you are coating should be acclimated to the temperature of the room you are spraying in. I would just buy a good airbrush and learn by doing. The best temperature for applying duracoat is 6872 degrees. These books and cover automotive art as well as basic technique. Duracoat orders are still being filled and shipped but due to an overwhelming increase in. Now you can refinish your firearm as easy as 123 with the exclusive prep n spray system. This book is a thorough manual of techniques for beginners. Airbrushing and weathering techniques times have changed in the hobby of model building and painting, most modelers are now starting out using only waterbased acrylics.
I have sprayed maybe 10 or 12 rifles and handguns ars, aks, saigas and hipoints with duracoat. No other commercially manufactured and packaged firearm finishing system offers the versatility, durability and user friendly characteristics of duracoat firearm finishes. Really im just talking about what you will need and simple setup thoughts ive come to. Splinter german camouflage stencil cerakote duracoat airbrush. Classic airbrush techniques starts from the beginning and goes all the way to professional techniques, laying out detailed airbrush lessons.
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The biggest difference is that duracoat is a resin and you must mix it with the supplied hardener before spraying it on your weapon, or with durabake you have to bake the weapon up to temperature to cure. I am an airbrush artist and over the years i have purchased many books as i developed my technique and skills. Hobbylinc carries 1 airbrush painting books at discounts up to %. Strip the part with the included cleanerdegreaser, scuff with enclosed pad, mix the duracoat liquid with the hardner, fill the preval spray unit, and spray the part. Once duracoat is mixed with hardener, there is only a 68 hour pot life. A short tutorial on duracoat application with an airbrush. Learn the very basics to get you started on the right foot. Paasche airbrush high quality affordable airbrushes made in. A very nicely presented book that will work beginners through the first steps into different types of airbrushes,compressors and paints,and even furniture and studio setups. Beginning airbrush video duracoat firearm finishes by. Her work has been featured in dozens of magazines, and she has written five books on custom painting techniques for motorbooks, including the bestselling how to master airbrush painting techniques. Really im just talking about what you will need and simple setup thoughts ive come to know from using it for over a year now. Provides a protective paint that wont chip, crack, or flake.
However, siphon fed airbrushes dont generally come with really fine needles and tips. Buy acid tactical 2 pack 9x14 single design camouflage airbrush spray paint stencils duracoat gun army camo. See more ideas about airbrush, air brush painting and airbrush art. Making basic shapes such as circles and triangles is a good way to build up to the techniques required to make detailed images. Get the airbrush from a quality mfg, but also get the cheep one from harbor freight that has the multiplequick. The badger patriot works equally well for larger areas and is easier to clean. This is mostly for david from the got ammo channel. Duracoat can be applied by airbrush, conventional automotive spray gun, hvlp systems or airless paint sprayer. Coloring sheets, coloring books, adult coloring, pattern coloring pages, flower. Our collection of instructional media ranges from airbrush techniques to traditional media. All about techniques in airbrush presents detailed instruction on the correct use of this favorite tool of commercial and fine artists. One tip pun is plastic containers arent worth a chit except to mix in.
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As long as you learn how to clean the airbrush, you really cant do any wrong at least with a good airbrush. Punisher, flag, support troops, military, seals, navy, stencil, mask, spray, brand. And if you get an airbrush book on overall use or airbrush artwork, youre going to get a lot of tips and techniques that wont directly apply to modeling. Coating the surface duracoat can be applied by airbrush, conventional automotive spray gun, hvlp systems or airless paint sprayer. Im a professional airbrush artist and i still make mistakes once in a while. Master airbrush master performance g233 pro set with 3 nozzle sets 0.
Duracoat firearms finishing system which is the very latest in firearm finishing technology. Minicam minimulticam cerakote painting stencil vinyl duracoat airbrush. Dont pull back on the trigger yet to start the flow of paint. Only registered and logged in users can view this content. In order to give you the best experience, we use cookies and similar technologies for performance, analytics, personalization. This guide covers the uses of acrylic colors, with the focus mainly on acrylicos vallejo, pioneers in this field. Duracoat is thick enough to mess with the double action. Oct 28, 2009 joann bortles is a nationally recognized and awardwinning custom painter. Airbrushing and weathering techniques by rob ferreira. Art studio, rafael has made avilable pdf downloads that the beginner or novice airbrusher may find helpful.
All about techniques in airbrush all about techniques series. Free downloads these are the downloadable pdfs and images associated with the free youtube tutorials to give you a head start with your airbrushing. Acetone can also be used but sparingly as this is hard on your equipment. There is a certain amount of detail missing, but the book would have to be much larger to contain that. Duracoat shake n spray kit any color gun paint 4 oz. Survival tips and techniques for emergency preparedness program gi joe.
Check out our selection quick and complementary airbrush lessons in a convenient pdf format. The smaller the needle, the finer the spray but also the thinner you need to thin your paints. This revolutionary new coating is indistinguishable from traditional bluing but wears like duracoat. Airbrush tutorials what is an airbrush step by step. But, when using a side cup, my experiments show that it doesnt really matter that much.
Simple spray application eliminates need for dangerous and expensive chemicals. Airbrushes professional textile colors artists airbrush colors comart iwata medea p. We are the proud manufacturers of duracoat firearm finishes and an entire line of quality products for gun restoration, customization, and protection. There is a video above on the home page that will take you on a walkthough of our company. I have one of these but find myself wishing for the single action. The free airbrush tutorials here at are categorised into the four categories shown below and are listed in order of beginner to advanced. We are open, but orders may be delayed unexpectedly. Beginner airbrushing has a learning curve which can be alleviated by reading and studying from those that have done it before.
Lauer, inventor and owner of duracoat lauer custom weaponry. Cerakote duracoat stencil punisher skull flag stars stripes. Now hold the airbrush at a 90degree angle to the paper. It took longer than i expected maybe 45 minutes to an hour to do a standard monte carlo style rifle stock in one solid color, and had to refill the cup a few times. Best airbrushing books for beginners best books for.
Dec 03, 2016 when youre done spraying, pour the remaining paint out and then wipe the inside of the cup with a clean tissue or paper towel. Depending on your spray equipment, spray technique, climate and environment your duracoat may or may not need reducing. Please use the link provided below to generate a unique link valid. Use water, an ammonia based window cleaner or airbrush cleaner to spray through the airbrush or back flush by placing the finger over the front of the brush depending on type of airbrush. For general airbrushing, i go back to the iwata eclipse. Many beginners use stencils to practice steady hand movements and control of the paint flow. Camo airbrush paint stencils 10 mil camouflage duracoat 14 cracked earth. Finish dries overnight and attains a complete cure in 34 weeks. Duracoat firearm finish durable coatings for harsh. And i feel the paasche h is still a good airbrush that can meet most modelers needs. Frequently asked questions duracoat firearm finishes by. Push down on the airbrush trigger, and maintain a constant stream of air flowing through.
No maintenance, no oil, yet never worry about rust. Acid tactical 3 pack 9x14 camouflage vinyl airbrush spray paint stencils duracoat gun digital, multicam, bark camo. If your duracoat does not lay down smooth on the surface of your firearm, it most likely needs to be reduced. Acid tactical 3 pack 9x14 camouflage vinyl airbrush spray paint. How to master airbrush painting techniques motorbooks. Lauer custom weaponry is a family owned and operated business committed to providing only the best firearm coatings and custom firearm finishes. Products like lacquer thinner can be used for initial clean up but should be followed up with duracoat reducer to remove the residues left behind. Multicam vinyl airbrush stencils 10 mil camouflage duracoat 14x9.
Joann bortles, one of the top airbrush artists in the united states, has developed a teaching curriculum for mastering both the technology and techniques needed to be a successful airbrush artistan approach that frees her students to develop their own airbrush art. Simply clean and degrease the surface prior to application. Use of stencils will allow painting with a perfect shape. This is the first paasche airbrush that i ever owned. Joann bortles, one of the top airbrush artists in the united states, has developed a teaching curriculum for mastering both the technology and techniques.
All tutorials are courtesy of airbrush action magazine. Airbrushing employs special paint with finely ground pigment that is forced with a compressor through a specialized gun. Looking for a good airbrush book finescale modeler. Spray cleaner through the airbrush and into a paper towel. What they factor into is how fine your airbrush sprays. The book has a very thorough techniques section that covers other tools used in airbrushing,painting surfaces,different types of masks,creative photography,basic drawing techniques,using perspective to effect,and colour. Our top pick for the best airbrushing for beginners book is a beginners guide to airbrushing by meinrad martin froshin. Airbrushing is a process that uses compressed air to spray paint or makeup onto a surface and create smooth lines. With duracoat, adding 510% more hardner will increase gloss, reducing by 5% will add flatness.
Includes 4 oz of duracoat, plus trustrip cleanerdegreaser and a preval aerosol sprayer, and a scrub prep pad. Hardener and paint form a chemical bond for durability and elasticity. Expensive, space consuming equipment is not needed. These are the downloadable pdfs and images associated with the free youtube tutorials to give you a head start with your airbrushing. Duracoat firearm finishes are manufactured by lauer custom weaponry. Nov 26, 2016 explore jimolson127s board everything airbrush,tips,tricks,tutorials,etc.
Im not looking for the best out there, since there wont be any fine work involved mainly camouflage or flat colors. When you want to start airbrushing, all you need is the stylus, an air compressor, and either paint or makeup made for airbrushes. Duracoat is dry to the touch in 20 minutes, can be handled in 1 hour and is ready for use overnight. The big book of airbrush provides a thorough overview of all the equipment techniques associated with the medium. Mar 05, 2010 includes a dvd and all you need to know about airbrushing from the basics upuk the airbrush has been rather elbowed out by computer graphic techniques lately, but this is a timely reminder that the medium has rather more painterly qualities than pure technology can provide. I have to agree that the patriot is a nicer airbrush. For the most part this airbrush is good but there are a few problems worth mentioning. Artists will learn how to render basic geometric and threedimensional forms, light and shadow, and perspective. Add thinner to the paint cup and loosen any dry paint with a micro brush. This book and book 2 are probably some of the best books on airbrushing. It teaches you techniques you will need to achieve a variety of results with this wonderful tool. Buy cheap airbrush books online airbrush book rentals. Jim wanted to touch up his ar15 katara just a bit this weekend. Duracoat orders are still being filled and shipped but due to an overwhelming increase in demand, we are experiencing delays in shipping.
Jan 15, 2007 this book is a must for anyone who is looking to learn how to use an airbrush or anyone looking to upgrade their airbrush skills. The main controlling factors are needle and tip dimensions. Airbrushing techniques is a fantastic source of information, ideas and inspiration from one of the most skilled airbrush artists in the world. Allow some cleaner to remain in the airbrush for about 15 minutes to loosen any stubborn deposits. While i have an idea of the procedure, surface prep sanding or blasting, degrease and cure time, ive yet to make a decision on the main components an airbrush and compressor. The best temperature for applying duracoat is 6872 degrees fahrenheit. The process of applying duracoat is not much more difficult than painting a lawn chair with spray paint. If im using duracoat i clean the airbrush with lacquer thinner.
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