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Published: September 14, 2006
Whether you are just starting out or have been doing it for years, airbrushing is a style of art all its own. There is no other artist tool that can give you soft organic shapes and a unique look. There are many ways people use the airbrush: temporary tattoos, body art, tanning, for the hobbyist, automotive painter, or artist.
The possibilities are infinite. It can be a great hobby or even turn into a profitable career if you have the skill and right equipment.
Airbrushing kits take the guess work out of buying start up or professional equipment. It can also save you some money when you buy a kit as opposed to buying all the items separately. Be sure and do research and shopping around to find the best airbrush kit for the right price. Begin by looking at kits that are right for the medium you will be airbrushing. There are airbrush kits that come in all styles and skill levels. They are described as starter kits, professional or commercial; all of which should set you up for what you need to get going: airbrush, bottle, hose, airbrush paints, instructions, and a compressor.
If you are just starting out, be prepared to drop some cash at first. Body art airbrushing kits can cost up to $300, hobbyist kits can start around $150 on up, both depending on the quality, amount of paints, inclusion of stencils, etc. The most expensive item is the air compressor, but you can’t airbrush without air.
A starter airbrush kit should include a less expensive air compressor, while a professional should come with a higher quality one. When looking at airbrush kits, it could only benefit you to look for an upgrade when it comes to purchasing the air compressor. This is because cheaper compressors are just that; they are loud, can over heat, and not produce the desired amount of air pressure. However, a better quality air compressor can add a cool hundred or more to the bill, but like they say, “If anything is worth doing, do it right the first time.” Once you have the airbrush kit, you should only need to purchase more paints, which are somewhat reasonably priced. You can buy sets of paint or individual bottles. Make sure that you purchase your airbrush kit from a company that has a warranty or some guarantee, and replacement parts if something were to break such as the airbrush tip, needle, trigger, etc.
If you are at the cross roads of intermediate to professional, there is a difference in the beginner and professional airbrush kits. The starter kit gives just what you need and lets you learn with easier to use equipment. Once you have mastered that, you can take it a step further by using professional airbrush kits. These kits give you more freedom with your creativity by upgrading the airbrush to double action. This will give you the control of the paint volume and air volume separately. There is lots of creative versatility with a double action airbrush. Also, a professional airbrush kit is made so that you can use it to start your very own business.
"Airbrush Parts." Hobby Airbrushes. Global Outlet Corp. 14 Sept. 2006.
"Airbrush Temporary Tatto Kits." Airbrush Body Art. AIRBRUSH BODYART PTY LTD. 14 Sept. 2006 .
Johnson, Don. "Airbrush Basics." Lesson 1. Airhead Airbrush.Com, Inc Web Sites. 14 Sept. 2006.
"Paasche Beginner's Airbrush Kit." Air Brush Depot. 2006. TCPGlobal.com. 14 Sept. 2006 .
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Airbrushing kits take the guess work out of buying start up or professional equipment. It can also save you some money when you buy a kit as opposed to buying all the items separately. Be sure and do research and shopping around to find the best airbrush kit for the right price. Begin by looking at kits that are right for the medium you will be airbrushing. There are airbrush kits that come in all styles and skill levels. They are described as starter kits, professional or commercial; all of which should set you up for what you need to get going: airbrush, bottle, hose, airbrush paints, instructions, and a compressor.
If you are just starting out, be prepared to drop some cash at first. Body art airbrushing kits can cost up to $300, hobbyist kits can start around $150 on up, both depending on the quality, amount of paints, inclusion of stencils, etc. The most expensive item is the air compressor, but you can’t airbrush without air.
A starter airbrush kit should include a less expensive air compressor, while a professional should come with a higher quality one. When looking at airbrush kits, it could only benefit you to look for an upgrade when it comes to purchasing the air compressor. This is because cheaper compressors are just that; they are loud, can over heat, and not produce the desired amount of air pressure. However, a better quality air compressor can add a cool hundred or more to the bill, but like they say, “If anything is worth doing, do it right the first time.” Once you have the airbrush kit, you should only need to purchase more paints, which are somewhat reasonably priced. You can buy sets of paint or individual bottles. Make sure that you purchase your airbrush kit from a company that has a warranty or some guarantee, and replacement parts if something were to break such as the airbrush tip, needle, trigger, etc.
If you are at the cross roads of intermediate to professional, there is a difference in the beginner and professional airbrush kits. The starter kit gives just what you need and lets you learn with easier to use equipment. Once you have mastered that, you can take it a step further by using professional airbrush kits. These kits give you more freedom with your creativity by upgrading the airbrush to double action. This will give you the control of the paint volume and air volume separately. There is lots of creative versatility with a double action airbrush. Also, a professional airbrush kit is made so that you can use it to start your very own business.
"Airbrush Parts." Hobby Airbrushes. Global Outlet Corp. 14 Sept. 2006.
"Airbrush Temporary Tatto Kits." Airbrush Body Art. AIRBRUSH BODYART PTY LTD. 14 Sept. 2006 .
Johnson, Don. "Airbrush Basics." Lesson 1. Airhead Airbrush.Com, Inc Web Sites. 14 Sept. 2006.
"Paasche Beginner's Airbrush Kit." Air Brush Depot. 2006. TCPGlobal.com. 14 Sept. 2006 .
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