lustriangod2 Posted June 7, 2014 Report Share Posted June 7, 2014 So, is it worth getting an airbrush? If so will the compressor set at Harborr Freight work? I know I may need to invest in a more expensive air brush later down the road. But will this get me by for base coating and stuff like that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justjokin Posted June 7, 2014 Report Share Posted June 7, 2014 1000xYes!!! I just airbrushed my new Terran battleship and starer set in the last 30 minutes. First base coat of Somber Grey. I had primed these last night before bed. I used a Badger Krome and my small HomeDepot compressor. I make my own primers now too! Which is so easy, I'll never buy a can of spray paint again. I'm not particularly good at highlights and glowing with my airbrush yet, but "Practice Improves Performance". All I've done is read and watch youtube videos to get this far. I'd love to spend some time painting with someone who actually knows what they are doing! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PourSpelur Posted June 7, 2014 Report Share Posted June 7, 2014 I have the El Cheapo Supreme and love it! I use it for; basecoating, highlighting basecoats and bigger fades. Can't recommend it highly enough. Warning, there is a learning curve. You WILL get frustrated a couple times. Keep plugging away at it, don't have unreasonable expectations at first don't be afraid to experiment. Good luck! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lustriangod2 Posted June 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 7, 2014 So where are good places around to buy different airbrush. I know Harbor Freight sells some, so where else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justjokin Posted June 7, 2014 Report Share Posted June 7, 2014 Find a 40% off coupon for Michael's. Someone posted a great Amazon deal for a SOTAR not too long ago. You don't have to break yourself for a descent dual action airbrush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stoobert Posted June 7, 2014 Report Share Posted June 7, 2014 This Master compressor is the best I've found for the money but the airbrush it comes with sucks. The fixtures are for an Iwata or Iwata knockoff brush, so buy adapters to fit the brush to compressor if you don't get an Iwata brush. As far as the brush itself I've heard Badger is good. Paasche is the one I have but it's more expesive than Badger and not particularly better I don't think. Strain your paint by pouring it through pantyhose into the pot. This will save you hours of clogging headaches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lustriangod2 Posted June 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 Ok. I bought the airbrush from Harbor Freight today. Now it's time to play with it. I have a lot of learning to do with this thing. I am hoping this adds a little more to my base coats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myster2 Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 There is a lot of fun trial and error with using an airbrush. I have a nice badger patriot and a badger sotar 20/20. One of the things i've found is liquitex airbrush medium is a life saver and really helps to mix your paints 50/50. If you want to get even more advanced get some liquitex soft body paint and mix that 50/50. The paint is amazing and works great out of an airbrush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VonVilkee Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 For a cheap and easy solution to thin paint I use 1 part isopropyl rubbing alcohol to 10 parts filtered water. Make the paint nice and thin. The same mixture can be used to clean up! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottshoemaker Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Chime in time: A note about needle sizes. They generally come in 3 sizes, Fine (.2mm), Medium(.3mm), and Large(.5mm). Start with the medium. The first brush I ordered was this Master Brush G233 from Amazon: $40 I've been happy with it. It's a knockoff but works just fine. I then ordered a Badger Sotar 2020 with a fine needle. The fine is just too small for acrylics, I have constant clogging issues. I also lost the spray tip and it was $30 to replace. It's build quality is much better than the Master, but too be honest I'd go with a cheaper brush to start with and use the extra money to get your incidentals, like thinner, cleaner, needle lube, etc. I just ordered this Master G34 with a Medium Needle: $30 The cup is smaller than the G233 and hopefully easier to clean. If I was making a living with my airbrush I'd absolutley go with a Badger, but these cheap Masters seem to be OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KAPcom Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 As someone who does a ton of airbrushing: invest in airbrush paint. I've done the whole "thin out GW paint, use that" thing, and although it works, its a massive pain. GW paint, short of the "basecoat" paint, loves clogging my airbrush. Also, stuff like Minitaire tends to be cheaper by volume than the GW stuff as well. Also, invest in a good compressor. It'll improve your quality and consistency, and really adds to the enjoyment when you don't have to stop every 3 minutes to let the pressure build back up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Glacius Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Anyone willing to give an airburshing class at WoW one of these weekends? I just got my first airbrush and compressor, but I still need a cleaning kit. I would be so grateful if someone could show me the ropes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justjokin Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Windex is my cleaning kit... :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottshoemaker Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Anyone willing to give an airburshing class at WoW one of these weekends? I just got my first airbrush and compressor, but I still need a cleaning kit. I would be so grateful if someone could show me the ropes. You don't need a cleaning kit. Be careful of cleaners that contain ammonia (corrosive). Q-Tips and paper towels are all you need. The pipecleaner brushes can damage the airbrush if used too vigorously. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justjokin Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 I had heard that about ammonia before. I understand that it depends on the type of airbrush and whether there are rubber seals in the brush. Neither of my badgers, nor my old no name airbrush have those seals. The main guy at Badger says he uses ammonia based cleaners: http://youtu.be/tsW-vN0_lHw?t=58m15s Also, here is an older post on airbrushing: http://www.ordofanaticus.com/index.php?/topic/19387-90-minutes-of-badger-airbrush-knowledge/?hl=%2Bbadger+%2Bairbrush Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Glacius Posted June 11, 2014 Report Share Posted June 11, 2014 Thanks for posting that. I had missed that thread the first time around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Glacius Posted June 22, 2014 Report Share Posted June 22, 2014 Need help finding an adapter or air hose that will work with my sotar. Anyone got any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottshoemaker Posted June 22, 2014 Report Share Posted June 22, 2014 Amazon, tcp global, Look for a Badger to x adapter. If you have a generic hose it's an iwata thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottshoemaker Posted June 22, 2014 Report Share Posted June 22, 2014 Columbia Art supply off burnside should help if you bring you parts in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brick Bungalow Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 +1 for airbrush paint. Especially if you actually get a nice one that you want to last for years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
intrizic Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 Silly putty is an AMAZING masking material, I can't suggest it enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Glacius Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 I drive by the art place almost every day. I'll swing by and see if they can hook me up...yay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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