Thank you for doing these videos. Even though I don't have access to a air brush for painting my kits, I find it interesting and soothing watching such work be done. Crazy how thin a line you can do on that double action air brush.
I noticed that when you get acrylics like Mig, they seldom require much if any thinning out of the bottle - they already thin them to within an inch of their lives anyway.
Hi, I'm wondering if you were using acrylic, enamel, or laquer paint in this video? I would assume acrylic as it sounds like you weren't using a respirator. Also, it looks like you didn't use any primer beforehand. How necessary is it to prime before airbrushing any of the 3 types of paint? Thanks
I wanted to say thank you for these videos. I have been building gunpla for around years but never had the courage to start painting them. I tried ones with a HG deathsythe hell and it did not turn out well. All I was trying to do was get the white trim on his head. But this is starting to give me a little faith in trying again. Question though. Would you ever consider give tips on painting the little figures that come with. I got the PG GP01/Fb and it comes with worker to work on his retrofit but I don't feel comfortable painting something that small with fine details.
hey Henry. Thank you SO much for doing this series. I know it's 4 years later that I am watching,. But better late than never right? But thanks again, I learned a lot.
Im sorry i should have asked. Why does my paint seem to dry with in the airbrush. It causes clogs and paint splatter. What am i doing wrong? Is it the mix of thinner and paint?
Would it be possible to airbrush at 80%+ humidity? Would you guys recommend it? I've recently bought myself a decent set (for a beginner) from a local hardware store that came with a water trap, but I'm not sure what kind of paints I should use. I've tried enamel and don't mind how it looks, but I have no choice but to do it outside since I can't afford/don't have room for a spraybooth. What do you guys suggest?
I'm a little concerned about airbrushing with the tamiya metallic paints because they are liquidy and weird also with clear paints should I still mix thinner with it because they seem really thin already
Dear vegeta8259 I saw that u go to robots4less ,is it in ca. Cause I am going there fri or sat! I need help with Gundam like customs. Your builds are very nice.
I forgot so much over the winter, thanks for the vids. Your image gallery is amazing too, some insane looking suits in there, inspiration for improving myself.
Would it be fine if I sprayed acryllic in my room with a fan at the window+the window open? I figured more the issue would be paint particles rather than fumes and figured enough air circulation would get rid of that problem.
Thank you for the tutorial on air brushing. I’ve just purchased my first air brush and am a little nervous about using it on my model cars and trucks. You have given me the information and confidence to get on with it. Thank you very much.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Hey Henry, would you know where to get replacement airbrush needles? I made a stupid mistake and damaged mine in my Mr Hobby airbrush. Cheers. John from NZ
Question: How do you know the colors of each model, is there a site that shows which colors that it could be in real life if these suits were real? (If these suits were real, what color scheme are mixed to create them) For example, the video of you doing Wing Zero Custom.
so just one small suggestion, why not record the video and then dub the audio on afterwards, would be a much harder to get all of your points over, but not having the fan sound in the back ground would be nice, just a thought, still love the videos very informative
I have to admit that I've been wondering what you've been using to mix your paints in the last video. I figured you used some kind of wax carving tool, so I ordered a pack from Amazon, only to find that there's a dedicated kit for it. -_-
I go full blast with the mairbrush since some parts of mine are rather large and also may need priming, deadlines aren't nice when you have a huge assembly to paint
hi, can i get some tips for painting in between gaps? For example the cockpit area of the gundam, because whenever i want to paint in between these gaps the paint tends to become very thick on the other areas as i try to get the paint inside
Thank you,I just recently bought an airbrush and these tips will help a lot,a few of the things you said not to do I've been doing so thanks for the tips.
My question is once you thin the paint, can you store it to use at a later date? And if so, how long can it be stored? Thanks for your Videos Henry. Watching your older videos got me to wanting to try my hand at painting Gunpla.
ShinigamiHotS This is a good question I am wondering about aswel. I've been looking everywhere for Mr Color to only come to the conclusion no hobby store in my country seems to be selling it... I'd love an answer to this aswel :)
Hi, I have a question here, did you dry the painted part outside or are you just put the part and let it dry in the same room as you do the painting? thanks. haha
I have a question, if you (or anyone else) don't mind answering. How do you go about to painting clear plastic parts, but still have that piece still clear? I've tried using Tamiya's clear paints but I always seem to end up making the piece not clear anymore. Is it because I was trying to do it with my airbrush? Or should I be using actual paint brushes? This doesn't only apply to Gunpla models with clear parts, but also for car models. Thanks!
***** I haven't touched my airbrush or mixed paint for a while, but isn't the paint:thinner ratio for clear paint the same as any other paint? Or does clear paint require a different kind of thinning ratio? Thanks for replying though! I appreciate it!
***** Thanks for replying (also, sorry for the very late reply)! Another question that I want to ask is how the heck does one go about to painting detailed pieces? To give you an example. like say, the HG Super Zaku Custom F2000, for the missile pods, you'd obviously paint the missile part red (or whatever color you prefer), but how would you go about to painting it? Do you do very careful cutting and masking? Or do you go at it with a paintbrush? Another example would be the missile pods on the HGUC ZZ Gundam since that piece is all molded in red, but how would I go about to painting the 'base' of the missiles black but not getting black paint on the missiles itself? I apologize in advance if my question ends up being hard to understand.
Ok, some questions based on this video. I saw you did the three coats immediately after eachother, does it matter if you let the coats dry more before applying a new coat, or is it better to work in one go so you always do wet over wet? Then once airbrushed, how long on average does the paint take to cure, or does that mostly depend on the paint you use?
Eucep First, thank you Henry for making these tutorials and all your other videos! You're the reason I bought an airbrush a couple years ago. Just thought I'd add my two cents. Airbrushes spray the paint in a very fine mist, so in about a minute or two it will dry enough to touch. The paint won't completely cure to its full toughness for some time (varies on type of paint), but you can at least gently touch it without ruining the paintjob, and like Henry demonstrated you can do multiple coats in a short amount of time.
Daniel Bova Ah, thank you. Yes that is logical now that I think of it and good to know. I already am used to quick drying paint of citadel, so some of my techniques with hand brushing that should be usable with airbrush too then.
Hi vegeta8259, I did mistake after painting my part where the said part got uneven finish or fisheyes. Is it okay if I fix it by smoothing the entire piece with fine sandpaper and then wash the part to clean up the residues then repaint again? I don't want to strip the entire paint along with its primer layer as they are barely noticeable and I want to achieve matte result, not glossy finish. Also, how do you usually paint parts like lower legs which consist of two halves? Do you snap fit them first and paint or you just paint them per piece as usual?
Thank you for doing these videos. Even though I don't have access to a air brush for painting my kits, I find it interesting and soothing watching such work be done. Crazy how thin a line you can do on that double action air brush.
Thank you so much for doing these videos. You're doing a great job explaining things. Keep these coming man. I need all the help i can get lol.
Cant' wait for Part 5!
$4.00 for Mr. Mix II pack? I'm seeing prices of $30 for that, which is ridiculous. What's up with the crazy pricing?
I noticed that when you get acrylics like Mig, they seldom require much if any thinning out of the bottle - they already thin them to within an inch of their lives anyway.
Make sure to read the paint bottle for optimum PSI.
Hi, I'm wondering if you were using acrylic, enamel, or laquer paint in this video? I would assume acrylic as it sounds like you weren't using a respirator. Also, it looks like you didn't use any primer beforehand. How necessary is it to prime before airbrushing any of the 3 types of paint? Thanks
I wanted to say thank you for these videos. I have been building gunpla for around years but never had the courage to start painting them. I tried ones with a HG deathsythe hell and it did not turn out well. All I was trying to do was get the white trim on his head. But this is starting to give me a little faith in trying again. Question though. Would you ever consider give tips on painting the little figures that come with. I got the PG GP01/Fb and it comes with worker to work on his retrofit but I don't feel comfortable painting something that small with fine details.
can't wait for your next video :D
I can do hair thin lines with a single action brush. You just can't do a varying line on the fly like you can with a double.
I couldn't like this series of videos enough...It's got me about 90% sold on the idea of trying my hand at airbrushing.
Point it away when engaging the air. If you have any paint sitting on the tip, it could spit it at your work with that initial burst of air.
hey Henry. Thank you SO much for doing this series. I know it's 4 years later that I am watching,. But better late than never right? But thanks again, I learned a lot.
Im sorry i should have asked. Why does my paint seem to dry with in the airbrush. It causes clogs and paint splatter. What am i doing wrong? Is it the mix of thinner and paint?
Nick Mercado Hi, I think paint a too much thicker. x3 or x6 thinner and check the air pressure a little bit lower.
Nick Mercado add a retarder to slow drying time
Thanks ill try both your suggestions.
Nick Mercado Good luck. Many modellers use disposable plastic spoon for "test brush". Its useful for color-check and paint durability (?) test.
Yea i need to start doing that. And thank you i need all the luck i can get lol. Kasha Custom
Would it be possible to airbrush at 80%+ humidity? Would you guys recommend it? I've recently bought myself a decent set (for a beginner) from a local hardware store that came with a water trap, but I'm not sure what kind of paints I should use. I've tried enamel and don't mind how it looks, but I have no choice but to do it outside since I can't afford/don't have room for a spraybooth. What do you guys suggest?
I'm a little concerned about airbrushing with the tamiya metallic paints because they are liquidy and weird also with clear paints should I still mix thinner with it because they seem really thin already
Is that also same rule for enamel paint?
+vegeta8259 do the decals/clear stickers look good if placed on painted part? Also is preshading difficult if beginner
+vegeta8259 is the paint you used matt/flat when it is dry. Also would the part look OK if you decided to get rid of seem lines after you painted
Dear vegeta8259
I saw that u go to robots4less ,is it in ca. Cause I am going there fri or sat! I need help with Gundam like customs. Your builds are very nice.
I forgot so much over the winter, thanks for the vids. Your image gallery is amazing too, some insane looking suits in there, inspiration for improving myself.
Would it be fine if I sprayed acryllic in my room with a fan at the window+the window open? I figured more the issue would be paint particles rather than fumes and figured enough air circulation would get rid of that problem.
Thank you for the tutorial on air brushing. I’ve just purchased my first air brush and am a little nervous about using it on my model cars and trucks. You have given me the information and confidence to get on with it.
Thank you very much.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Hey Henry, would you know where to get replacement airbrush needles? I made a stupid mistake and damaged mine in my Mr Hobby airbrush.
Cheers. John from NZ
Question: How do you know the colors of each model, is there a site that shows which colors that it could be in real life if these suits were real? (If these suits were real, what color scheme are mixed to create them) For example, the video of you doing Wing Zero Custom.
so just one small suggestion, why not record the video and then dub the audio on afterwards, would be a much harder to get all of your points over, but not having the fan sound in the back ground would be nice, just a thought, still love the videos very informative
I have to admit that I've been wondering what you've been using to mix your paints in the last video. I figured you used some kind of wax carving tool, so I ordered a pack from Amazon, only to find that there's a dedicated kit for it. -_-
I go full blast with the mairbrush since some parts of mine are rather large and also may need priming, deadlines aren't nice when you have a huge assembly to paint
do you go by the color scheme of what is on the instructions or do you wing it
Well it depends on you. I usually have my own color scheme but it's up to your choice
hi, can i get some tips for painting in between gaps? For example the cockpit area of the gundam, because whenever i want to paint in between these gaps the paint tends to become very thick on the other areas as i try to get the paint inside
BEST sets of tutorials about airbrush model painting, from the beginning. sir THANK YOU so much!
have you used model master...enamel paint or the primer? it seems to be thin enough for airbrushing with out thinning
Really good video - thank you! You should consider getting a pop microphone filter for future videos.
what needle do you usually use for painting? u thin the colors but i use vallejo model air / game air wich should i use?
How do you keep track of the pieces to assemble once they are cut from the frames?
Just got back into building and Ive gotta say, I love these videos, and I love that you do a lot of Gundam Wing. My favorite series hands down!
This video is what got me into painting....thanks Henry.
Thank you,I just recently bought an airbrush and these tips will help a lot,a few of the things you said not to do I've been doing so thanks for the tips.
just a question I do not wear mask when painting little details with a brush is that a major threat to health?!?
Do you repaint clipping areas of parts after the first dry? Do you get the uniform color for doing that?
My question is once you thin the paint, can you store it to use at a later date? And if so, how long can it be stored? Thanks for your Videos Henry. Watching your older videos got me to wanting to try my hand at painting Gunpla.
how about acrylic paint?
Great series. I was wondering where you got the small mixing tiniest?
Nice video! Thank you for the tutorial.
Feels smell of thinner >
Is that paint that you used acrylic or....?
thank you...i bought aluminum and primer
What is that thing you are using to hold the part?
what airbrush and compressor u using?
Hi Henry what air pressure do you use to airbrush your paints? Also do you have any tips on how to airbrush semi-gloss lacquer paints?
He stated 10-12 PSI. Some others run it at 15
Mr Color seems impossible to get in Europe due to laws. Can acrylics finished look compete with Mr Color?
ShinigamiHotS This is a good question I am wondering about aswel. I've been looking everywhere for Mr Color to only come to the conclusion no hobby store in my country seems to be selling it... I'd love an answer to this aswel :)
Hi .can i use a can spray paint into a air brush?
Hi, I have a question here, did you dry the painted part outside or are you just put the part and let it dry in the same room as you do the painting?
thanks. haha
okayy. Thanks for the answer. Haha
This is a very helpful tutorial. thanks!
I have a question, if you (or anyone else) don't mind answering.
How do you go about to painting clear plastic parts, but still have that piece still clear? I've tried using Tamiya's clear paints but I always seem to end up making the piece not clear anymore. Is it because I was trying to do it with my airbrush? Or should I be using actual paint brushes? This doesn't only apply to Gunpla models with clear parts, but also for car models.
Thanks!
*****
I haven't touched my airbrush or mixed paint for a while, but isn't the paint:thinner ratio for clear paint the same as any other paint? Or does clear paint require a different kind of thinning ratio? Thanks for replying though! I appreciate it!
***** Thanks for replying (also, sorry for the very late reply)! Another question that I want to ask is how the heck does one go about to painting detailed pieces? To give you an example. like say, the HG Super Zaku Custom F2000, for the missile pods, you'd obviously paint the missile part red (or whatever color you prefer), but how would you go about to painting it? Do you do very careful cutting and masking? Or do you go at it with a paintbrush? Another example would be the missile pods on the HGUC ZZ Gundam since that piece is all molded in red, but how would I go about to painting the 'base' of the missiles black but not getting black paint on the missiles itself?
I apologize in advance if my question ends up being hard to understand.
You uploaded this while I was painting my Age 1 Razor xD...
i get my job done in 1 coat :v
Eagerly awaiting episode 5!
What about pressure? Thanks
Vegeta try and custom paint Optimus prime age of extinction evasion prime
Wuzup I'm bored "Hey do this thing because i want you to do it"
Hi vegeta, do you paint directly on the parts or do you apply a coat of primer first?
When do you use primers?
p0rked Primer > paint > top coat > decals > flat/gloss top coat
p0rked Always apply primer first
I am just getting into gunpla but I have no idea what air brush to get! How do I choose!? Help please :)
You should watch part 1 of his airbrush tutorial. He talks about the different types and brands in detail. :)
if your new and on a budget go to TCPglobal or harbor freight.
So how do you paint the area that you use the clip to hold the item with?
razorseal or get something like a old rag that want damage the paint job and move the clip putting the rag between the clip and the part
Nicely done!
Thanks again, I really needed this.
Leo green confirmt
Would you happen to know how to do chrome finish effects?
What about electroplating powder? I've seen those videos, but I'm still looking for other options, for Saint Seiya Myth Cloth figures.
Hmm, that would explain it. I looked it up today, and didn't get any results. Thanks for looking out man.
Nah, it's o.k.
Ok, some questions based on this video. I saw you did the three coats immediately after eachother, does it matter if you let the coats dry more before applying a new coat, or is it better to work in one go so you always do wet over wet? Then once airbrushed, how long on average does the paint take to cure, or does that mostly depend on the paint you use?
***** Ok, thank you. Good to know it's mostly a personal preference. Hope that I can try my hand at airbrushing someday. :)
Eucep First, thank you Henry for making these tutorials and all your other videos! You're the reason I bought an airbrush a couple years ago. Just thought I'd add my two cents. Airbrushes spray the paint in a very fine mist, so in about a minute or two it will dry enough to touch. The paint won't completely cure to its full toughness for some time (varies on type of paint), but you can at least gently touch it without ruining the paintjob, and like Henry demonstrated you can do multiple coats in a short amount of time.
Daniel Bova Ah, thank you. Yes that is logical now that I think of it and good to know. I already am used to quick drying paint of citadel, so some of my techniques with hand brushing that should be usable with airbrush too then.
Much appreciated, but these pieces were not primed, as far as I can tell.
Hi vegeta8259, I did mistake after painting my part where the said part got uneven finish or fisheyes. Is it okay if I fix it by smoothing the entire piece with fine sandpaper and then wash the part to clean up the residues then repaint again? I don't want to strip the entire paint along with its primer layer as they are barely noticeable and I want to achieve matte result, not glossy finish.
Also, how do you usually paint parts like lower legs which consist of two halves? Do you snap fit them first and paint or you just paint them per piece as usual?
Damn autofocus =)
BAD NOISE CONTROL RUINS THIS COMPLETELY!