AIRBRUSHING PART 1 at Chadwick Model Railway

AIRBRUSHING PART 1 at Chadwick Model Railway | 224.

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Airbrushing has always been regarded as something of a black art, and for good reason.
This is very much an introduction showing some of the pitfalls that await us as we learn together.
I do hope that you find Airbrushing Part 1 interesting, here at Chadwick Model Railway 224.
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@davidmathie9512 Ай бұрын

A really in depth video . Your a born natural at explaining things calmly with a touch of humour . Well done . Always something to learn .Every day is a school day .

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks David, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

@kenshores9900 Ай бұрын

Agree! Charlie does such a good job. I had never heard the names of any of those air brush manufacturers.

@scottdyke7853 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, Thank you for the airbrush video, I bought my airbrush/compressor kit (£80)from Amazon a month back. Prior to purchase I received some backward advice "Buy a cheap and cheerful one, if you use it enough to discover it's shortcomings, then is the time to do the big money" The logic behind this advice was we all know guys that buy the best tools and never use them. Keep the the airbrush instruction coming, I'm trying to teach myself, it's more helpful to have a 'guru' to show me the path.

@m10cachilles43 Ай бұрын

I was going to offer the same advice. Bought a starter set, learnt my lessons, then realized it was time to get an iwata. Pricy, but I can see the difference it has made in control. Still use the compressor, and have the other airbrushes for running primer and the like through. Also when I started airbrushing, I had less disposable income, so the cheaper brush was a good choice for that too.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks guys, I was so pleased that you find my videos interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@rtalbot87 Ай бұрын

"ston Martin airbrush". What a loving and generous family you have ! I was one of your subscribers who requested an edition, or two, on air brushing. Thank you, so much for meeting our collective needs. I will watch the remainder later. In the meantime, thank you again.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, RT, I’m here to serve. Regards, Charlie.

@user-wr6ov6ql8n Ай бұрын

Thank you Charlie, please do continue the series

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mate, I’m on the case. Regards, Charlie.

@johnrycroft3906 Ай бұрын

Some time ago, I was watching another KZfaq presenter. He said that if you have a new pot of Tamiya acrylic paint and you wished to use it for airbrushing, fill the pot with thinner up to the ‘shoulder’ of the pot. I’ve tried it several times and it seems to work. Just a thought for your viewers.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Johnny, for a useful tip. Regards Charlie

@marklane7106 Ай бұрын

TB modeler Bommer is the one to watch. Sorry Charlie putting this on back burner till tomorrow and watch you then. Good night.

@johntennant1265 Ай бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway l wonder if mixing and not using all, does the thinner evaporate leaving the paint pre-mixed to the shoulder actually not mixed over time?

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

I have always found it to be reusable. Regards, Charlie.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

@@marklane7106 yes, I have watched his channel. I can’t believe the high air pressure that he uses. Regards, Charlie.

@Consequator Ай бұрын

One of the best tips I've heard for airbrushing was to always start on the masking tape or in the air as a good way to prevent accidental starting splodges. An airbrush is basically a more precise and controllable version of spray paint in a can. Gentle side to side movements and carefully building up layers till you have the coverage that you're after. Good video again as always :)

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Yes, an excellent tip Consequator. Regards, Charlie.

@davecope3322 Ай бұрын

Thanks Charlie. Please carry on with air brushing!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Dave, I surely will. Regards Charlie

@johnphillipson1107 26 күн бұрын

Thank you - I don't do airbrushing (yet) so needed this. lesson.

@ChadwickModelRailway 26 күн бұрын

Stick aroundJohn, there’s another one next week. Regards Charlie.

@KenBJ1 Ай бұрын

Brilliant - lends itself to a Chadwick shorty video every month

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

You’re very hopeful, Ken. Regards, Charlie.

@RodBroune 29 күн бұрын

Thanks Charlie, in the 37 years since I bought my first airbrush I have never seen the “skim milk” description 😮. Now that I have to drink the stuff as well my airbrushing might be able to proceed with fewer distasteful Australian oaths 😂. Thanks very much!!

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Every day’s a school day, Rod, regardless of our age. Regards, Charlie.

@iansngauge 12 күн бұрын

Hi Charlie! Unusually for me, I've not taken the plunge and purchased any airbrushing equipment yet, so there's been some great practical advice in this video! I'm very much looking forward to watching a complete series on airbrushing as it will hopefully keep me better informed for when the time comes to finally."splash the cash" on a suitable set of tools! Thanks very much for your hard work in bringing these excellent informative videos to us! All the best, Ian.

@ChadwickModelRailway 12 күн бұрын

Thanks Ian, that’s really kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

@johnmassey7687 19 күн бұрын

thanks for doing this , airbrushing always seemed to be a bit of 'dark arts' to me so I appreciate this and hopefully the rest to come

@ChadwickModelRailway 19 күн бұрын

ThanksJohn, I’m so pleased that you find my mini series interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@michaelimpey1407 Ай бұрын

Charlie, great video on Airbrushing basics. Something that anyone who airbrushes needs reminding of regularly, and these videos are great reminders. When I got my airbrush (I was still working then, couldn't afford it now), I did not want cheap and nasty, and went for a high end model a Nozomi - it is very nice, double action, lightweight, and it came with 4 sets of needles - an 0.2, an 0.3. an 0.5 and an 0.8, and 3 cup sizes so all jobs are covered. My compressor has a tank, so I get great consistent air, and 2 moisture traps - humidity is a killer in Australia. The card with the lines is a great idea, if I have not airbrushed for a while, then I start with the grid exercises to get my hand and eye in, and it is very relaxing - if you don't want to waste any expensive paint, then parker ink is great for "training", and washes out really easily. I have exactly the same extractor hood, and use the same 3M mask, jut not good if you have a beard, which I don't, but lots of model railway men do. For cleaning, I found some fine dental brushes by Piksters are great, they come in different sizes, and have no metal, so no risk of scratching (they are designed for cleaning between your teeth) and they are very flxible so get into all those tight spots. Cleaning is so important to keep the airbrush going for years. Some more videos on airbrushing would be great particularly any on weathering rolling stock. But I will leave that up to majority vote and request. Thank you for sharing, cheers, and stay safe, Michael

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Micheal, for such an interesting look into your world. Regards Charlie

@mikebuick2332 29 күн бұрын

Great video Charlie. Best advice I would give anyone buying an airbrush is to avoid anything cheap like the plague and buy a decent one that’s easy to strip down. If your budget cannot stretch to a more expensive brush, make some sacrifices or save up. Harder & Steenbeck make some very affordable entry level brushes at around £90-£100 which are not only robust, but spares are easily available. Buying a cheap airbrush is a bit like going to the pub and ordering a pint of slops to see if you like the beer…..

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks, Mike , but what a dreadful comparison! Regards Charlie

@RobBean-wf9ie 24 күн бұрын

Thank you, Charlie…. I’m in the U.S., and have watched ‘Barbados Rex’ on you tube, he recommends the two stage air brushes also, he also recommends the 3 or 5 mm needles for modeling, and 7 mm for less detail work like painting track. I like your approach about the consistency of the paint for air brushing. Thank you, for taking the time to share your experience and knowledge…

@ChadwickModelRailway 23 күн бұрын

Thanks Rob, that’s most kind. Hopefully you’re fine next week video most useful. Regards, Charlie.

@Tony.W6863 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, another great video. Please do keep the airbrushing videos coming, very interesting!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Tony, it’s great to have you onboard. Regards Charlie

@johntennant1265 Ай бұрын

I got it all out today onto my bench. Even found a turn-table in the box! I'm going to convert a small wooden shipping crate l gleaned from work into an extractor cabinet using a shower extractor fan to the outside world through the shed wall. I think l've got this Charlie!

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks John, we can learn together. Regards Charlie

@Yodasector Ай бұрын

Always enjoy your direct and straight forward approach to things Charlie.. Definitely interested in more videos about airbrushing.. After a 30 year hiatus I’m finally building my layout and have learned so much from your channel.. Keep ‘em coming..!

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

We will learn together Yoda. Regards Charlie

@donsharpe5786 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the video Charlie. In magazines such as Hornby Magazine, they glibly talk about weathering using airbrushing. If I had decided to use air brushing, I would probably have purchased the cheapest compressor and airbrush without realising the disadvantages of each type. Since downsizing, I no longer have a space where I could carry this out safely. When I used spray cans, I used to do it outside so there was little risk in the open air. I think with the restrictions I now have, I will save my money and find other ways to weather wagons.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Don, an interesting and constructive comment. Regards, Charlie

@tonysimons2860 Ай бұрын

Please continue with your air brushing tutorial, interesting to see the difference between cheap and expensive.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Tony, it’s great to have you on board. Regards, Charlie

@mckerrowsiding Ай бұрын

great video! For the last part of my working life I was a Health and safety manager for a major hardware supplier which at times was a chanellge. I admit that is the most least concern for modelers and should not be. We spend our hobby with all sorts chemicals that over the long trem can be harmful

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks MS, H&S is such a pain but so is “ill health”! Regards Charlie

@steverowat2280 Ай бұрын

A wide selection to choose from: it'll be interesting to see how they stack up. Keep up the good work, Charles- looking forward to the next installment

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks Steve , it’s great to have you on board. Regards, Charlie

@alanpennington8364 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, Do keep up the series on airbrushing. It's very interesting. Alan

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Alan, I’m on the case. Regards, Charlie.

@johnstephens649 27 күн бұрын

Interesting a great to see a “how to airbrush” vid from the ground up rather than ones that seem to assume some knowledge or experience. Keep them coming!

@ChadwickModelRailway 27 күн бұрын

Thanks, John, actually I’ve just finished next weeks’. Regards, Charlie.

@steveross129 Ай бұрын

(Another guy from the Pacific Northwest). Please continue this series. Very interesting and I hope to be able to put the knowledge to use someday.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Steve, I’m so pleased that you found the video interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@davespratt9533 21 күн бұрын

Hi Charlie, great video, a couple of minor ish points that may help others. Airbrushes with a 0.5mm needle tend to be less suspectable to clogging or tip drying, but can still achieve a reasonable amount of detailed work. Disappointment soon sets in when the paint is not flowing and makes learning a new skill more arduous and frustrating. It can also turn towards not using them. Paint mix is a big key and very well highlighted. Tamiya paint has approx. 25% alcohol in it hence the flammable warning symbol on the side. Note should be taken that not all paints can be intermixed with other manufacturers thinners/reducers, the paint can go globby and form a skin. The same applies to cleaning, it is important to use the correct cleaner for the chemical content of the paint, chemical content and type to paint ratio vary greatly between manufacturers. Paint mixing the wrong way can be easily made and the mess and clogging can be such a downer. The skimmed milk demonstration was brilliant. A compressor with an air tank helps with maintaining a constant air flow and pressure + the moisture trap + gauge are almost a must. Amazon Fengda FD186 at the time of writing was £84. Air bush with top/side gravity feed cup allows the user to get closer to the subject matter, where as the bottom feed seems to be a little more restrictive especially on scenery. The bottom feed brushes with the paint containers; are the connections universal between the pot cap and the air brush? I'm thinking pre mixed paints in these jars with reasonable quick interchange could have its advantages. Last point I promise... I have been following a couple of KZfaq airbrush tutors who have helped me with painting results and a lot is to do with technique. Air on 1st then pull back so that the paint is on 2nd. The reverse applies for finishing, paint off with air running then air off. Its a practise thing but the results are much better and reduces tip drying. Helpful tip using the air flow alone can help dry the applied paint, just watch out for tip drying. I hope this has helped as these things really helped me. Please keep up the great work and the video's, as it helps us all to learn. 😊

@ChadwickModelRailway 21 күн бұрын

Many thanks, Dave, for such an in-depth comment. I’ve already finished next week’s video, which goes out on Friday. I’ll be interested to read your review. Regards, Charlie.

@davespratt9533 20 күн бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway As always Charlie I look forward to seeing it. I hope you saw my comments above as constructive and to help all. Keep up the great work.

@andrewclarke7707 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie. I invested in a HARDER & STEENBECK suction airbrush, as part of a kit from Everything Airbrush. I correlated the advice I received from them, with my friend Duncan H - a very experienced painter. The airbrush I purchased can have all parts replaced, and my compressor has the water reservoir on it, rather than the brush itself. I’m still very new to this way of painting, but your advice tallies well with what Duncan explained to me. I find your videos very interesting, and always get something from them. Thanks for taking to]he time to inform and entertain.👍

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Andrew, I’m so pleased that you found the video useful. Regards, Charlie

@douglasjenks8289 Ай бұрын

Another good video, Charlie. You are not wrong with regards to the cheap airbrushes, I found they had a habit of clogging up very easily, no matter how well they were cleaned. Now have an Iwata Neo,which is great. I made my own cleaning station, using a plastic drinks container with a screw on lid with holes for the airbrush nozzle and for venting. The filter was made from a piece of deep fat fryer filter.

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

A great piece of improvisation Douglas. Regards, Charlie.

@steamboatmodel Ай бұрын

I have a dozen or so air brushes everything from cheap Badger knock-offs to expensive Pashea, even some home made ones, they cover the range from ones for fine elicited work such as finger nails or makeup on live models to guns for painting Vans and trucks. They all will apply a medium through them, you just have to learn to work with what you have. But please do continue as nI have found the more you watch others work the more you learn or relearn something you forgot.

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks, SBM, we will all learn together. Regards, Charlie.

@Nickkemp1664 Ай бұрын

Brilliant, Charlie - always wanted an airbrush and never knew what to get - watching with interest

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Nick, we shall learn together. Regards, Charlie.

@colinmeredith7114 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie... Thank you. Videos about the tools of the trade are always of interest and, slowly but surely, a modeller could quite easily increase their confidence in their ability to stop putting off until tomorrow what they can do today.... Practice with el cheapo on a large sheet of cardboard before really taking the plunge and paying out hundreds.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

An accent comment Colin, we will learn together. Regards, Charlie.

@colinmeredith7114 Ай бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway Croeso! 🙂

@ianlomas6937 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, I used the cheaper, siphon feed airbrushes a looong time ago. When they finally failed I just binned them and got a replacement. Times have moved on and I bought an expensive, quality Harder & Steenbeck airbrush. One big advantage of this is that the needle and nozzle combination can be changed so I have a 0.45 setup for large areas and a 0.28 setup for details.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

That’s an excellent set up Ian. Regards, Charlie.

@stephendavies6949 Ай бұрын

21.10: Classic Chadwick.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Stephen, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

@jeffbrewer9515 20 күн бұрын

Yes Charlie, more please

@ChadwickModelRailway 20 күн бұрын

Part 2 on Friday Jeff. Regards Charlie

@StanWhite-xu9rv 23 күн бұрын

Well done as usual! A very good basic introduction to airbrushing and the equipment needed. Looking forward to more on the subject.

@ChadwickModelRailway 23 күн бұрын

Thanks Stan, I’m so pleased that you’ve had an interesting. Next week, there’s another one. Regards, Charlie.

@robappleby2359 20 күн бұрын

A great overview to start, Charlie. Count me in! 😊

@ChadwickModelRailway 20 күн бұрын

Stay tuned Rob, the next one’s out on Friday. Regards Charlie.

@markcaylor4446 19 күн бұрын

Hi Charlie please keep the series on airbrushing going I’m currently doing my homework before making a purchase so your opinion and experience is much appreciated for a newbie like me.

@ChadwickModelRailway 19 күн бұрын

Thanks Mark, I do hope that you enjoy tomorrow’s edition. Regards Charlie.

@stevegoodhand8104 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, mines not in the box anymore, I’ve had a go…. Don’t like cleaning but hey! Let’s keep going now and see how far we get with everyone else.

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

A good move, Steve , make sure it’s clean before you start. Regards, Charlie.

@anthonystevens8683 18 күн бұрын

Apologies Charlie, I watched the part two first. A great introduction into the hardware required including the thoughts of other airbrush users. This complements part two just as well as part to can complement part one.

@ChadwickModelRailway 17 күн бұрын

Thanks Anthony, so pleased that you enjoyed the videos. Regards, Charlie.

@keithneal7927 Ай бұрын

Please continue with airbrush series - great for a novice

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

We shall learn together, Kieth. Regards, Charlie.

@JWitchard Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, keep going with the air brush series. All knowledge is useful. 🤓👍

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks JW, I’m so pleased that you found the video interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@BarnabasJunction Ай бұрын

Massive thanks Charlie for this, you have greatly helped me out with this video. Extremely looking forward to your next installment.

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks BJ, I’m sure that we will learn together. Regards, Charlie.

@markfleming1605 23 күн бұрын

Another fantastic and informative video on airbrushes. I look forward to your next video.

@ChadwickModelRailway 23 күн бұрын

That handy Mark, it’s out next week. Regards, Charlie.

@m10cachilles43 Ай бұрын

Charlie, It would be interesting to see you upgrade some railroad mineral wagons. Swap out the couplings say, maybe replace buffers, add metal details and repaint/weather with airbrushing. Finish with transfers. You could have a triplet of them for somewhere on your layout.

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

I’m sorry mate, but I actually don’t own any railroad wagons. Regards, Charlie.

@m10cachilles43 29 күн бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway I'm sure a visit to eBay or a second hand dealer and a small amount of cash could solve that. 😉

@Mel-127 Ай бұрын

I've not long started in this area of modeling. I find, alot of little, is better than little of alot. Such as make your Tamiya paint like water. Start with 1 water, + 1 thinner (or IPA) to 1 paint, or even more thinning. I use mostly 10 psi. Do about 4 passes +. I find its better to build the paint layers up to the desired. Never 1 blast full colour then have to wipe off. Tamiya paint is very forgiving (thinning down). I use 25 psi and move back from the surface for scenic back ground and sky. Buy the best aibrush you can afford, buy it once. Can't wright all the details but hope this helps you. Thanks for an interesting video. Your video's have saved me a lot of workings out on mine.

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks Mel, for such an excellent and constructive comment. Regards, Charlie.

@NoggintheNog37 Ай бұрын

Airbrushing is one of those instances where you really do get what you pay for. 4 or 5 of those cheap ones that you have to replace because you can't clean them properly or get spares and you can buy a good one. I use Harder and Steenbeck, simply because they are completely tooless, You can strip it down to clean with your fingers. You can also swap out nozzles and needles, 0.2mm.04.and .6 mm are available, so choose the right one for te job. Takes about 30 seconds to make the change.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mate, for such an excellent comment. Regards, Charlie

@SamBarr-cx5er Ай бұрын

Please continue with these air brush based videos.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

The next one certainly will be on airbrushes, and then I’ll take a break once more. Regards, Charlie.

@Sir_Grumpalot Ай бұрын

Thanks Charlie. A fascinating introduction to airbrushes and I will accept your sage advice about not rushing out and buying. It is an area where I am totally ignorant so I will look forward to future visits to this subject with yourself to become better informed. I feel this is a subject where I would pay money with some company to attend a days teaching at a hands on level as I'm sure that would be a good investment and maybe help avoid wasting funds on avoidable mistakes.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mate, it sounds like you have a decent strategy. Regards, Charlie.

@HaroldAlexis-bb8sd 19 күн бұрын

Hi Charlie it's been awhile. Wow what a video this is. I have seen so many videos & people that do air brush painting on their models. So many to choose from, quite expensive. The less noise model I liked better. As for the clean up very necessary but wow all those parts in the sprayer mechanisms I was thinking Just remember how you took it apart & to remember how to put it back together again. 😅😅. As for me that's going to be many miles for me cause I don't have the greatest ventilation to do this at this time. But your spray booth looks great Charlie As for your mask I was thinking of the N 50 style masks during our worlds enemy of COVID-19 then I noticed well if it works for you then I'll try it. The respirator mask they're standard & a bit pricey in the U.S. I have to get one eventually for other future projects. I got something out of this waiting to see a part 2. Who knows you may wind up doing something like Athearn trains Prime For Grime on their fleets of trains. As always a great channel I have followed you since 2020 & get so much joy watching. I love your bloopers video a few seasons ago to love your humor to. Thanks a million Charlie. Harold Alexis CN , VIA RAIL, Metro North Railroad etc..

@ChadwickModelRailway 19 күн бұрын

Thanks Harold, it’s comments such as yours, that make the whole KZfaq thing worthwhile. Regards Charlie

@rtalbot87 Ай бұрын

Sir Charles, another Masterclass. Thank you so much.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks RT, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@ed4415 Ай бұрын

Good video Charlie, thank you. I have a Fengda airbrush. Less than £30 and it has been really excellent. I could buy 5 of them for an Iwata and I have no issues with the quality of finish. The youtube channel Nightshift uses them and his work is out of this world! Whilst I know the expensive ones are obviously excellent tools an assumption that things are bad tools based on price isnt always the full story. I agree that Antics are excellent shops. I order online and collect in their Gloucester shop even if it takes a few days for them to move their stock from other shops. Its nice to support local businesses and see something before handing over you money.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Ed, for putting me straight on your airbrush. Much appreciated, regards Charlie.

@user-fn1bh3qr6m Ай бұрын

40 minutes……beautiful

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

40 minutes you’ll never have back! Regards, Charlie

@AussiePom Ай бұрын

Good little tutorial Charlie and I hope we see more of them. I think Charlie if people want to buy an airbrush then rather than going to a model railway shop or buying online go an airbrush retailer's shop where you can have a go with an airbrush yourself and don't be afraid to tell them what you want the airbrush for. The shop maybe into graphic designs not model railways but if you can try an airbrush on site for yourself then you can find what best suit your needs and abilities. They may even do airbrush courses where you probably won't be painting anything railway related but it will give you an idea of all the things an airbrush can do like airbrushing clouds onto a painted back scene. They can show you how to mask your work properly and all the safety precautions you need to take to insure your health isn't compromised. With items like an airbrush or DCC systems there's nothing that beats getting your hands on the items and trying them out for yourself before parting with your money.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

An excellent comment mate. However, I know of no shops where you can try out an airbrush. Regards, Charlie.

@oesypum Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, with regard to using acrylics, I would recommend Golden Acrylics, these are artist quality paints, and they are based around a system, they are available online, from places such as jacksons, Great Art etc. Not cheap, but quality never is, however the online retailers do discount, standard art shops less so. They do provide a thinner specific to airbrushing, which allows you to achieve the desired viscosity, without detriment to the finish. just something to consider maybe, There are some colours in the range which are not suitable for spraying as they contain mica flakes, but these are for Artists wanting to achieve an effect. Available in tubes and pots, depending upon quantity. Colour charts are available.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mate, for some useful info. Regards, Charlie.

@fredstrains789 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie: It is great to get other options and methods, as airbrushing is a important subject to cover in modeling. Wither in train, car or military modeling. P.S. I always like your style it is very easy to follow!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Fred, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

@wartington1 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie. As an exfirefighter now retired I would like to point out that you must be relatively clean shaven to get a perfect seal when wearing masks. Even a small amount of facial hair can break a seal. Cheers from Oz and keep up the great videos and advice.

@IanWheller-rv4zi Ай бұрын

I have worn a ZZ Top style beard for years and sprayed cars & motorcycles in that time as it's my career & I still wear masks that blow air over the face.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

I imagine it’s time to get out the Vaseline. Regards, Charlie.

@jameschurch3037 Ай бұрын

Thanks Charlie. That’s a great start, and I’m looking forward to what’s coming next.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks James, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@Bliz0516 Ай бұрын

Great video. I always use IPA with Tamiya acrylic. Their pigments are so good you can thin it over and over because I like to put on my paint in thin layers. With the IPA it’s simple to clean and never clogs. Don’t know about other paints and IPA, some can curdle. I also use the Iwata eclipse dual action. I am very much looking forward to the painting of wagons etc.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mate, it seems you already know your craft. Regards, Charlie.

@Bliz0516 Ай бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway hardly. I am totally inexperienced at weathering.

@TheTrainboard 29 күн бұрын

Very concise, clear presentation, especially useful for beginners like me. And yes we are charlie and boomer fans, for sure. Gary

@ChadwickModelRailway 28 күн бұрын

Thanks Gary, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards, Charlie.

@davidluck4608 Ай бұрын

Great to see that you meticulously cleaned your equipment afterwards as dried-on paint will make using it again impossible 😇

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks David, I’m so pleased that you found the video interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@paulnewton737 Ай бұрын

Thanks Charlie for a timely video. I will wait for further episodes before I take the plunge to purchase an airbrush and compressor. I have a lot of mostly car and some aircraft kits I need to get stuck into. My locos and rolling stock can wait until I have finished with my (life-size) motorcycle collection in the garage and can finally get around to building an OO layout. Too many interests and hobbies, never enough time or space!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Paul , I know the feeling. Regards, Charlie.

@redbank542 Ай бұрын

Novice user here. I’ve not done much airbrushing and am still finding my way. I bought a small Voilamart Airbrush Compressor Spray Gun Dual Action Air Brush from “that” website 😁 It has 3 settings for pressure, but doesn’t tell you what they are! 👀 The brush that came with it is fine for me, but I have bought one that is slightly better. Only used it on larger models that I build. So far so good. I use 99% alcohol solution to clean with as it’s far cheaper than the dedicated cleaners. Another video would be appreciated thanks.

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks, Redbank, we can learn together. Regards, Charlie.

@davegallucci8117 Ай бұрын

Thank Charlie for another wonderful video. Yes please for another Airbrush video.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Dave, I’m on the case. Regards, Charlie.

@RolandForest 27 күн бұрын

Always enjoyable and feel like I learn when I watch your videos. Thank you for making them.

@ChadwickModelRailway 26 күн бұрын

Thanks Roland, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards Charlie.

@sierge1 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie. I just want to commend you on the best video I have ever seen on air brushing. I have been air brushing for over 40 years using the single stage air brushes to the old Paasche air brushes and nobody has covered the art as well as you.

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks Sierge, thanks most kind. Regards Charlie

@HerculePoirot-rm3eh Ай бұрын

Charlie great video, looking forward to the next in the airbrush journey

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks HP, we can learn together. Regards, Charlie.

@MrVinnyh Ай бұрын

Many years ago Charlie, I purchased the cheapest air brush, mainly to learn with. A friend suggested to me that better needles (or jets) would be of advantage! Yes it was like taking a scrap yard Porsche (full of holes) into a 1980's Ford Fiesta but still not great! but did teach me the basics of airbrushing, so in one seance cheap is wonderful to learn with, & I didn't wreck a expensive tool! Just wished your friends at the club, had not wasted money on things which we think we might need , but don't use!!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks V, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@davidhedges2451 21 күн бұрын

Charlie thanks very much it was very informative before I venture down this road.

@ChadwickModelRailway 21 күн бұрын

Thanks David, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@grahamblow9978 Ай бұрын

Great video. Please continue with the series Charlie.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Graham, I’m on the case. Regards, Charlie.

@johnkelly8104 Ай бұрын

Wow! Thanks Charlie. I have to say that I wondered what entailed with airbrushing……. I don’t think that I would have the skills but I found this absolutely fascinating ! I am definitely looking forward to your next instalment. You never know I might get the courage to have a go myself. 😁😁 Again thanks a lot Charlie.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Jon, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie

@Alexander_Sth Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, 10-15 years ago I've seen great british artist Geoff Illsley who told people how he paint scale miniature figures with unique technic of oil paints and his airbrush. That was amazing because oil paint is quite difficult substanse for airbrushing, but can achieve the best result as well. I done a lot of practice with the help of his videos. His video with oil airbrushing called "Expert Model Craft - Airbrush Painting Techniques", it was selling with Amazon. I highly reccomend it. Reallly unique.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Alexander, I shall try and check it out. Regards, Charlie.

@philippenaluna2312 Ай бұрын

Thanks for an interesting video, Charlie. I havae 'dipped my toes' inot the world of airbrushing and would echo yourcoments about the 'less expensive' airbrushes. Mine was purchased in the late 1970's early 1980's. It came with a can of propellant. Sadly, part of the air-line doesn't work properly now. Then again, it might just be 'life expired'. One good feature is that one could change the paint jar (similar to your Iawata) so that, with a qiuck clean through, a differeint colour could be used. Thus your comments about ' you get what you pay for' are a very timely reminder. Thanks again.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Philip, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@mauracurran6500 Ай бұрын

Thank you Charlie, extremely informative and like always you do make things so easy to understand. Looking forward to next one

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mate , I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@little_britain Ай бұрын

My confession is that I bought a cheap knockoff kit (with a decent compressor) during lockdown that I tried once without the right paint (and got lousy results). I look forward to part 2, and I hope to make a second attempt, and perhaps consider getting a fancier airbrush.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

We shall learn together, little Britain. Regards, Charlie.

@msperry50ca 16 күн бұрын

I've been pondering on whether to get into weathering or not. The added costs of having someone do it commercially are quite steep. Since airbrushing is an element in weathering then I am grateful that your learning curve on getting started has popped up. Thanks Charlie.. (don't ya jus' luv learning curves?)

@ChadwickModelRailway 15 күн бұрын

Thanks MS, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@chrissouthgate4554 Ай бұрын

To find out if this might be for you, a mask (or visor works better for me as I don't steam up my glasses). A cardboard box, to spray into, (weighted or clamped down), outside on a clear day. Finally, a rattle can, I would suggest Halford's Primer, because if you don't get on with spraying at least you have a good undercoat for brushwork. This is from a novice of many years standing!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Interesting comment, Chris. Yes, the Halfords Rattle is always a winner. Regards, Charlie.

@Dan-cu7yh Ай бұрын

Enjoyed the video Charlie, looking forward to seeing some airbrush weathering.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Dan, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@spikeymike69 Ай бұрын

Great stuff as always Charlie - I always look forward to your videos and like the fact that you don't take it all too seriously (except for H&S of course!) 🙂 Airbrushing is a skill I want to develop and this was a brilliant starting point for me - I look forward to more detail about techniques for weathering the wagons and would be interested to see how you do your track too. Thank you for all your efforts.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Mike, I’m so pleased you enjoyed the video. Regards, Charlie.

@timothyjohnston4083 Ай бұрын

Yes ! I vote for more videos on airbrushing. Heck, any videos you make I'm game for. Could you talk about less expensive alternatives to brand-name paint thinners ? I have heard that using plain water, or isopropyl alchohol, even windshield washer fluid (windscreen for you Brits) are possible options. Oh, and great minds think alike ! I have a portable extraction unit very similar to yours; only the box containing the fan is black, and it has LED light strips that clip on the top and sides to illuminate the work space.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Timothy, I’m so pleased that you enjoy the channel. Regards, Charlie.

@V1P3I2 Ай бұрын

I found the Iwata HP-CS to be a great all-rounder. Spare parts if you need it, and will run all day long no problem 😊

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mate, it’s always useful to have recommendations. Regards, Charlie.

@terryrobinson7371 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, A couple of things as I understand. 1. The 3 in 1 container you were using should have say 30% water in it. A lot of seasoned airbrush users on cleaning take the nozzle assembly of and push the needle forward to save the possibility of pulling paint back (Have to say I always pull the needle backwards as you did in the video. I would suggest in separate videos for Acrylic and enamel, showing respraying say a wagon or a kit, weathering and scenic work such as spraying the track before balesting and weathering after the ballast has been done. Thanks for all you efforts Terry

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Many thanks, Terry for some sound suggestions. Regards, Charlie.

@johnmellars6647 Ай бұрын

nice job. Please continue on! It might be worthwhile to tell people you don't get to be a wizard with it until you put in the time and gain experience. Unless you have fouled things up a few times you will never get it. It takes a bit of persistance to be decent with it. Thanks for the video, much appreciated!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks John I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie

@user-cl7ug1cq3m Ай бұрын

Very informative video and you explained everything in very simple terms can’t wait for the next video on airbrushing and techniques

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks mate, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@modelrailroader5619 Ай бұрын

Airbrushing is a useful tool in model railroading, but no getting around the fact that it is an involved process. Having a dedicated space is invaluable if you can manage it. I bought a complete kit several years ago, works very well but hardly use it because of the bother. This was a very informative and helpful video. Thanks Charlie!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mate, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@mikelincoln3088 Ай бұрын

Excellent video Charlie, keep going, we've already established I probably have a cupboard full of cheap airbrushes that need an update.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Mike, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@JamesPetts 26 күн бұрын

I approve of a spot of air-brushery of an afternoon.

@ChadwickModelRailway 26 күн бұрын

Thanks James, I’ve finished the next one too. Regards Charlie

@tonylarkin7564 Ай бұрын

Thanks Charlie, Very informative video. I always press the Thumbs Up at the start and I'm still subbed to you. Excellent Content Regards Tony.👍👍 🇦🇺 🇦🇺

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Tony, it’s great to have you on board. Regards, Charlie.

@thegrowler-blackwoodngauge Ай бұрын

As always Charlie , a highly informative video. To be honest I wouldn't trust myself with any airbrush ! My own view is you have to have a certain amount of artistic flair to be able to use any air brush effectively. A lot of people are probably too heavy handed when it comes to airbrushing. Definitely a skill which some can master and others won't. Cheers Euan

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Many thanks for sharing your honesty, Euan. Regards, Charlie.

@johnwalker9750 Ай бұрын

I have always been tempted to have a go at airbrushing, but been deterred by the expense - no point in buying a cheap one - and the faffing about to clean the thing. I think I'll still stick with dry brushing.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Perhaps a wise choice, John. Regards, Charlie.

@bigbear333uk1 Ай бұрын

And please continue with this subject your doing a great job

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks. I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie

@Terry_Fritz Ай бұрын

@ 34:30 is where people who use full sized spray guns get it easy. I keep a cheap grade of gun filled with thinners to spray the paint residue off my #1 gun out in the open air. (A spray painter showed me the trick.) You could do the same using one of the cheaper air brushes if it has a large spray nozzle. A full size gun at 40 psi makes short work of paint you have to scrub off but I don't advise doing it in your man cave or the kitchen. Although 15 minutes breathing acrylic thinners does tend to brighten your day. 🤪

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

A Fair point Terry, however none of those cheap airbrushes were mine. Regards, Charlie.

@andrewmartell6155 24 күн бұрын

A BRILLIANT video Charlie. Very in-depth. Please keep this series of videos going and others like it. Well done. Really looking forward to the next one. Regards.

@ChadwickModelRailway 23 күн бұрын

Thanks Andrew, that’s most kind. Hopefully, you’re fine next week video most interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@steveoram7527 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie thank you for an interesting video . Yes I would like more video on airbrushing.

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks, Steve, we can learn together. Regards, Charlie.

@AlanR038 Ай бұрын

Thanks Charlie, great video please carry on with more on air brushing.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Many thanks mate, I’m so pleased that you found the video interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@madformorgan7848 Ай бұрын

Thanks Charlie - very useful video. Please create more.

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks MFM, much appreciated. Regards, Charlie.

@354dw Ай бұрын

Very good start, looking forward to next in series

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks mate. I’m on the case. Regards Charlie

@user-wk4fc2uc9i Ай бұрын

Thanks for this comprehensive introduction video…..I’ve been thinking about getting one and it addressed a number of the knowledge gaps I have

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks mate, I’m so pleased that you found the video interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@MINTARKA101 Ай бұрын

I already learned so much from this first video! Yes, please keep them coming and I might just get the confidence I've lacked all along to try it out myself. Many thanks, Charlie, for all you do for our wonderful hobby!

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

Thanks M101, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

@PChisholm Ай бұрын

Thank you, Charlie, for greying down the black art. A couple of years ago, I bought a sparkly new airbrush and compressor set (expo AB602) and squirelled it away in the garage soon after. The shop went out of business some time later. I opened the box in March and found there was no water trap as illustrated on the box, so I contacted Expo by email to query this and I'm still waiting for a reply. Fortunately Amazon sent me one for a small fee, but it is still living on the shelf. I'm appreciating this series and may feel inspired to actually put some paint in it one day soon.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Hi Chris, come on bite the bullet and get some paint in it. Regards, Charlie.