7:55 is the most profound advice from Vince I’ve ever heard. I think I’ve re-listened to it 19 times now to just parse the profundity of it.

Vince, as ever, wonderful, practical, helpful content. Thanks so much for joining with us on this. All of us involved in this effort really appreciate your help.

Vince, you have long been my living encyclopedia of painting techniques. I feel like you've really taken your instruction to the next level, lately. Thank you.

This was a much needed video on using an airbrush for detailed models. Very helpful

Got my harder and steenbeck recently from CK studious. This is a wonderful tool. Amazing control. The way the needle is manufactured in the .4 with its extra taper makes a huge difference. You get the benefits of smaller needles with out the hassle of a smaller needle set up. The trigger control is incredible

Vince, you never fail to impress. Just turned a couple of new hobby buddies onto your content and they love it, too. Keep up the fantastic work.

The reassurance and confidence building advice is just invaluable.

I just got my first airbrush after painting minis for about 5 years. Your videos made my first real experience with one an absolute delight. Only did a black prime and a basecoat just to test it. But 0 clogs and an extremely smooth experience. I can't thank you enough

I took a little bit of time off painting, but I'm so glad I have your videos to help me get right back into it. Thanks!

Hey Vince, I did a class with you before the plague and I just wanted to thank you for making this video because it put me back on the right track with a lot of airbrush basics and saved me a great deal of frustration!

Hey, I just busted out the airbrush and caught this as it uploaded. Perfect timing Vince ;)

The tip on holding the airbrush like that has instantly improved my control of thin paint. Excellent video as always!

Wonderful video Vince. It really answered some of the questions I had about using the airbrush for more than just priming! Thank you very much for sharing your skills with the hobby community.

Thank you so much for these tips! I´ve seen so many videos about getting better at airbrushing but #1, #2 and #5 were mindblowing to me. I can´t wait to test it by myself.

Really pleased to be able to pick up one of these airbrushes and support the cause. One minor note (that I actually only learned last year): saying "the Ukraine" originates from when it was still a Soviet region (like saying "The South" or "The Midwest" in the U.S.). Russia has continued to call it "the Ukraine" in an effort to undermine the country's sovereignty. Calling the country just "Ukraine" not only identifies them as an independent nation, but also pisses off Russia! 😃 Win-win! Thanks for the as-always great video. 🎨🖌❤

You've inspired me to try something new with my Shining Spears. Thank you!

Very impressive way to use the airbrush. I was so wrong, now I know why. Thank you.

This was all extremely helpful! I've understood the concept, but really struggled with trigger control. Instant improvement from trying out your tips on grip and thinning. Cheers!

Thank u Vince! I hope I see my airbrush soon again. I'm actually not home for a long time

First time I was happy with the result from my new airbrush was following this guide, thank you

Thanks Vince. Great tips. If you ever get a chance in your schedule, it would be great to see how you would use the airbrush to paint a split scheme marine. I’m not having much luck haha. Thanks again.

A response from H&S regarding the technical features: "Regarding the airbrushes - the Squidmar is essentially an up-featured Evolution, whereas the Kyiv Infinity is an up-featured Infinity. Emil’s airbrush was up-featured with the Fineline head system, so this is the same for both airbrushes, but the back end is really where the differences lie. The Infinity has the trigger tension adjuster which allows you to really finetune your trigger feel and pull, and of course there is the memory function Quick Fix. This allows you to dial up a trigger setting, then if you wish, to release it completely to allow a full trigger pull to clear a needle tip for example, but then when you press the button in again on the QuickFix memory function, your previous trigger setting is back in play precisely as it was before. It’s a real game changer to fine work and really supportive for those last details during the make-or-break last highlights! Of course, with the Kyiv Infinity being built with an aluminium chassis, it is much much lighter in the hand than the Evolution. This IS a matter of taste. Some really like the weight of the non-aluminium airbrushes, but some swear by the light ones for longer painting sessions." I've also noticed that Squidmar has a built-in pressure valve in the handle while Kyiv doesn't. Hope it helps if anyone had questions. How I see it, I'll pick up Kyiv with the 0.2 mm nozzle for long sessions of very fine work, and keep Squidmar with the 0.4 mm nozzle and tightened pressure valve for priming, varnishing, and broader strokes with more viscous paint, reducing the need to change compressor settings.

Have been watching some great Spanish painters recently and they seem to, more than most other painters, alternate between the airbrush and regular brush. Using a lot of glazing like you also showed in this video. Planning on experimenting with that more.

Can't believe I have only just seen this. Brilliant video, very clear guidance, think it's really going to help next time the airbrush is out.

Just ordered it, thanks for your support.

I don’t even own an airbrush, still watching

Brilliant almost immediate positive results following your advice Specifically regarding the ratio of paint to thinner, which I would never have done I;m going to need more paint thinner! I've struggled to enjoy using my airbrush because the results have never been good.That or the bloody thing keeps blocking. But with Atom Smasher's advice on how to keep it clean and your advice on how to use it I'm more confident to experiment now. Mind you I only tried it on terrain but it looks great. Thanks Vince

Loved this Video Vince. I have bought an Infinity CR Plus to.paint like Sergio Clavo, but I just couldn't get past the spider webs. This video has just made it click for me. Thanks so much!

That turned out so nice. Sweet Pete.

Awesome video. I had been thinking about stepping up to an H&S airbrush and this tipped the scales. The cost actually goes down if you are in the US and the shipping was very reasonable. I also liked that they had a dark (black) color scheme since I wasn't too thrilled about a pink airbrush. Given the quality of the product, the very reasonable price and the fact that this is helping someone made this a very easy decision. Thanks again.

Extremely valuable information. The tip on how to hold an airbrush will change how I paint!

Harder& Steenbeck have a customer for life after the way their customer service treated a recent problem i had. Not only do they have high quality products they have the customer service to match. This info only reaffirms my love for this company.

I'd recommend using a Tamiya anti static brush on large surfaces before spraying as it will then repel dust particles. Cheers 👍

Bought mine! Thank you for bringing this up!

Awesome video. Just got my airbrush and this is a great video!

I unfortunatelly do not have much time actually to paint but as soon as I can I will try that ! time to get beyond the basecoating ! great video thank you very much

Hey, Vince! Thanks for another great video! And thanks for your kind words about my motherland, Ukraine! I'd like to ask you a question. As many other guides recommend, I use the next actions order: press trigger down (to release air) -> pull trigger back (to release paints) -> release trigger forward (to stop painting) -> release trigger up (to stop air). As far as I understand, this sequence of actions is necessary to prevent of getting paints into the air channel. When I dilute my paints to the consistency of a milk and load it into the airbrush, after releasing the trigger some paints remains are collected on the needle tip as a drop of liquid and when I press trigger to release air flow it "spits" that drop on my model with annoying drips. To avoid spoiling my previous painting I have to direct airbrush on paper towel, then press trigger down (to rid of that drop of paint), after that aim it on a model where I want it to paint, and only then pull the trigger back to release the paint. Otherwise, just remove the drop of paint from the needle by paper towel. For sure, during the painting session you have to press trigger hundreds of thousands of times and it's definitely weird and wrong, but I can't understand why is it happen so? You can see something similar on 5:53 in this video. Can you tell what I am doing wrong? Why this drop of paint collects on the needle and how to solve this issue? I'm using H&S Evolution Silverline and it is in a good conditions. No clogging issues, all parts are tightened well, trigger and needle move softly. Thank you in advance!

Great stuff friend 👏 👍

This came out a little too late, I got second place to you at GenCon. Congrats again and thanks for these videos.

Great video, thanks. I Have been really struggling with my airbrush of late (H&S evolution silverline 2 in 1). I on.y use it for priming and base colours but it must’ve taken me 30 mins to base coat 5 marines this week, constant blocking/needle clearing and a sore finger to boot. I am going to try dialling it back with the fitting on the end as you suggest, thin my paint more and drop my pressure from 30psi.

I am preaching all the time that people would need to dilute the paint more for airbrushing, now whenever I get into argument again I will send them your video to prove my point :)

Great tutorial, great cause too

Sorry if this is the wrong video, I've watched a TON of yours recently and don't have time to rewatch 5 hours to make sure it was this video that had THE ABSOLUTE GAME CHANGER OF A TIP! "Hold your airbrush with your thumb under the lever to better control the airflow". Just airbrushed within inches of a model without spidering, spluttering, overflow, excess, or any other dumb problems. THANK YOU!

Great vid Vince. The biggest suprise is that so few people actually talk about the importance of trigger control in YT vids when it comes to airbrushing. I'd also suggest people looking at Sergio Calvo or Angel Giraldez vids to see more examples of this trigger control at work.

Just occurred to me though I knew it already but really looking at it..... my God Vince does love collecting paint from all companies and colors lol. The addiction is real haha. To have all that choice in paint would be amazing!

new to airbrushing so thank you for the info!

I was looking at getting an H&S CR plus next month. If this special edition is still available I’ll definitely be picking one up.

Been eyeing an infinity for a few months, waiting for money. Pulling the trigger now though because imma get one eventually and ita a good cause. Having some issues with the check out process but very excited for a good fine airbrush

I had been looking for a reason to get a new AB.

Omg, tip number 2 was a complete light bulb moment, it so obvious now you’ve shown me that! Thank you 🙏🏻

Was looking to upgrade my airbrush and my airbrush skills. To get all that that AND be able to help people in need at the same time? Check! Done, and looking forward to trying these brushes. Thanks!

1) Vince, your endorsement left me shaken 2) all these context building tips were very useful to hear (after lots of airbrush fumbling and struggles. Thank you.

The Mads Mikkelsen marine is not what i thought i needed but it looks kickass :D

For a long time now, I've been debating getting an H&S Infinity with 0.2 and 0.4 needles, as my iwata eclipse hp-cs is a great alrounder, and I love it dearly, but it struggles with really fine, detailed work. Now, Harder & Steenbeck's collab with Angela Dmitrenko finally made me take the jump. Thank you, Vince, for boosting the signal!

Thanks Mr Technomancer! 🥰🐶

Thank you. I will try again with my airbrush. Hope you are well 😀

The thinning thing has been a major issue for me. Seeing you so 10:1 and really thin is a must.

Great video and great instruction. Love this format and always the return to basics always, always, always helps! I do the same process with a larger needle(.4 or .35and half the thinning((5to7 drops). I didn’t hear your tank or air pressure? I very between 18 and 25. I assume the same with the 2 needle. Please confirm. Thanks again!! Duh!!! Missed the caption!! 18psi!! Rofl!! Thanks!!

I have just realised that my paints are still not thin enough after watching your videos! Gonna try it later!

I know video was a year ago and I would of loved to get that airbrush but I’m just getting started in airbrushing and miniature painting

Love all of your airbrush videos and this is another to add to the list. I've also debated on picking up an H&S airbrush; I think I've found a reason to push me over the edge to pick one up. And you painted a Blood Angel? Love the demonstration; too bad he won't be up for auction (or "fall off the back of a truck").

This is a great video. I always start with running a bit of flow improver through the airbrush, think I learned that from you. Never really managed to clog it up yet. Many others use a lot less thinner like they are scared of it but isn't it better to thin more than less? We can always do one more layer. Noticed the thumb and was going to ask about it 😊 Really good idea and I will try it because I pull the trigger to far back 👍

I'm sold. I'll buy the HS if I can

Oh, is it a pink/purple airbrush with turquoise-ish trigger? A match made in heaven

Very helpful video, especially as the day before I watched this one I was watching an Angel Giraldez video about airbrushing skin that wasn’t nearly as enlightening. He was jabbing his airbrush at the model repeatedly and, to be honest, I still don’t understand why this motion is necessary even though you are doing so as well in this one. The rest of your video was very clear, though. I’ve been airbrushing for at least 5 years, but not at an expert level or anything, so I always appreciate any tips I can pick up along the way. Going to practice your thumb and finger technique. If you can explain the jabbing motion with the airbrush towards the model, I’d appreciate it! :-D

Were looking into painting my vast grey collection, stumbled into your channel, bought top tier airbrush. Thanks a lot, pal. Fingers crossed for 0.4 addon and Ukrainians. Subbed.

Excellent. Thank you for some great tips and for promoting and supporting a very worthy cause!

This is a great video

Thanks for the great video and especially for spreading awareness of the Kyiv Infinity airbrush. I had no idea they were doing this. Reading all the endless praise the Infinity gets I have been wanting to get one for a while now. With a great cause and being in my favorite color purple I had to get the full set. Also anyone considering buying one. You should really just go for it. Not only is it a great cause to support. Ordering directly from Harder and Steenbeck makes it cheaper than a retailer. If you buy the full set you basically get the custom holder for free and help support children and their families through some very hard times. Thank you to Harder and Steenbeck for doing this and to anyone who helps support their work.

Your Still one of the best!

Hey Vince, probably the best airbrushing video I've seen. Thank you for taking the time to help us novice airbrush users. You mentioned spider webbing but what PSI do you usually spray at?

Great message. Nice to see such a good cause featured in hobby videos. Very useful video also

Heard about the new H&S airbrush during Warhammer Weekly, saw the video pop up today, 2 minutes into the video and paused to order the brush. Been meaning to get a new brush anyway. I'm happy with my Badger Patriot 105, but I want a new brush with a small needle so I dont need to constantly change that Patriots needle all the time and this seemed like a perfect time for that

Hey Vince great video as always. I was hoping you could answer what, if any, protection you apply to your models after they are completely done being painted. Do you apply a matt varnish? Do you spray it or apply it with a brush? I get many conflicting suggestions from people in my hobby circle so hoping you could answer which method you fall in to. Cheers.

Nice.

Hi just after abut of advice doing harliquin struggling to find a good colour combo with either teal or purple any ideas for what to do the diamond then the coats? Many thanks and live the vids it's helped they've helped me so much!

Great video! I see the ratio you are using. What do you recommend to get lighter tones? Do you take that base color (1:10) then add a lighter color and continue to add thinner? And how many layer colors do you typical use to get the smooth transitions?

Great video and cause. My question is what is your process for switching out between colors and how do you fit it into your workflow without losing efficiencies?

Hi Vince! Superb as always! 🙂 What kind of consistency would you use for inks? I've been struggling to get my white ink zenithal smooth and speckle-free, but I've not been able to nail down whether it's the paint consistency, the air pressure, brush distance or all three!

Great video that I started to put in use, and it works. Thanks. One thing I noticed, though, when going to high ratio of thinning is that the paint goes more and more satin then glossy as the ratio increase. At 1:4-1:5 it starts to be quite visible. When glazing it's highly visible. I'm not sure where this is coming from. I'm using a premix of Vallejo Airbrush thinner (85%) and Vallejo Airbrush flow improver (15%).

great video, thanks Vince. Question regarding thinning paints, would you recommend the same ratio for inks as paints? I'm assuming "airbrush ready" paints need less thinning than regular paints (it will obviously depend on the airbursh paint as some are thinner than others)

Thanks for sharing so much of your experience and the constant encouragement. Does the compressor you use with the air brush matter? I have a tankless master very cheap compressor. Should I invest in a replacement with this airbrush?

Thanks for another amazing video Vince! Greetings from Ukraine :)

Thanks for the great advice! How much does your thinning change, when working with airbrush colors like the Vallejo Air line?

Beautiful job, great video, quick question (I'm going to try out thinning my paint as you did) what air pressure do you run when doing minis? I usually paint much bigger scale, but due to the hobby sucking me in I want to spray smaller lol. Thanks.

Hi Vince, thank you for this video, always learn something new from you so thank you! May I ask what paints you are using on this miniature as that red is gorgeous!

Thank you Vince for a great video. I am also very grateful to you for supporting us, people from Ukraine. I really miss my paints, miniatures, brushes and airbrush. I hope one day to return to the hobby and continue on my way. Thanks again, greetings from Kharkiv.

Dear Vince. Really nice work. Do You mind sharing which colors did you use for the scheme?

Really helpful video. I recently got a “starter” airbrush that has a small, portable compressor. Been very helpful to get some basic practicing. I’d like to get a better quality airbrush, but not sure what to do since I don’t have a permanent set up. Seems like a lot of work to set up and breakdown the brush and compression, etc every time I wish to use it. Any suggestions?

Hi Vince, once again, thank you for your content which is, as always helpfull. One question, how could I avoid accumulation of paint in the recesses, especially with white inks used for zenithal (Airbrush H&S évolution CR+). In advance thank you.

For close up detail work, what is the LOWEST psi you will use?

I know it be a good airbrush coz I has the squidmar one that very similar 🥰🐶 much better seeing proceeds go direct to helping, unlike the billions sent by gov 🥰🐶

Took your advice and ordered the airbrush, my small way of helping those in need. Thank you for bringing this to our attention 🙏🏼

The new chapter: the ULTRASmooths!

Cool tipps vince,as always. thx. How do you prevent sparkling / "sblodges"?

Again a real eye-opener!!! What's your advice for thinning Contrast-paints?

Vince my man, right on time as i'm learning the ropes of the airbrush. Question, is there any downside to holding the air pressure constantly and just rocking the trigger back and forth (other than the compressor getting hot lol), instead of going both back/forth and up/down for each spray? It seemed to work just fine holding the air while going both up and down felt awkward and made controlling the amount i released harder because eventually subconsciously i moved it diagonally instead of first down, then back etc. I think you get the point. Thanks.

Great video, I have suscribed to your channel! One question, is it possible to use Gesso as a primer? And do you have a video about using primers?

Never knew Christopher Walken was a Blood angel 😀

Awesome charity for H&B. Vince I wish i knew this... as of 8/5/22 i just ordered a Harder & Steenbeck EVOLUTION CR Plus2in1 from Spray Gunner but i loved the tips!