You got some great results with this and it’s easy to replicate it, again and again. Good luck with the Channel, Stumpy. Welcome to the community. Keep cranking them out. Somebody is always watching ‘em.
I usually put the reducer in the mixing cup first. Paint can't stick to the bottom or sides that way. Plus when it's real thick like that blue, it's easier to read the numbers
Yeah, that's an option, but most of the time I improvise on how much paint I'll be using, lol. I don't want to overthin if I use less paint than initially expected, and I don't like making too much as I hate to waste, even with cheap craft paints, lol.
My home made thinner is close to yours, and works great, never a issue, I don’t recommend Craft paints to beginners, to many issues with the airbrush, Known Nozzle size is paramount on talking paints, as is air pressure, and I stress shaking craft paints as well, you can’t shake paints enough, I add a few Stainless balls to my paint, and store them on there side, because, once paint pigment settles on the bottom of the container, it’s really hard to get it mixing again, and I use a home made mixing device, that truly does a great job, and it still may take a few more minutes! Craft paint isn’t for beginners!
Thanks for watching! There are a lot of folks that have their own formula, and most are very close with some having an extra ingredient, but most are just different measurements and amounts. I agree that shaking paints is super important for getting the pigments moving. I actually learned how to airbrush with craft paints and haven't tried any solvent based paints yet, so I don't know about how different the paint types mix, thin, or spray.
Great video and How-To, thank you! FYI, Folk Art Color Shift paint does not work well with alcohol. When I tried a mix using alcohol, it caused the paint to clot up within 2-3 minutes in my airbrush and it was very difficult to clean out. I'd suggest that when trying to use alcohol with any water-based paint for the first time, let it sit for a while after mixing it in the mixing cup to ensure there are no adverse effects. When there are problems, I just use water and glycerin to thin the paint.
Thanks! Thanks for the heads-up and info. That's weird about the color-shift paint, I'll have to buy one and try it since I haven't tried the color-shift yet. I've never had a problem with this formula in any other acrylic paint, including Tamiya Acrylics, Testors Acrylics, Vallejo, Createx, or any brand of craft paint. Must just be something that's used in the color-shift.
@@StumpyGrumpsScaleSpeedShop, You're welcome. It probably is just an issue with this paint, I haven't had any trouble with other paint brands since this one either. I was using the 5189 Green Flash Vert Brilliant if you want to test the exact paint. It's a very pretty green/gold that looks great on model cars.
Nice color paint. You said you are thinking of a new airbrush. I own 11 airbrushes in an assortment of brands. In my opinion, GSI Creos (The Mr. Hobby People) airbrushes are hard to beat and are less expensive than an Iwata (rumors say the Creos and Iwata come from the same factory) or Badger and just as good. A sleeper airbrush are the ones from Neoeco. Very inexpensive but spray great and have great customer support and they actually listen to their customers. Neoeco has been making airbrushes for many Chinese, Japanese and Taiwanese companies for several years.
Thx! I use similar recipe except mine includes some clear windex or washer fluid. But this is probably just as good. I have been working with almost total acrylics recently less work and no fumes! Thx again!
When you’re talking about painting different paint you should tell the people what size Ket is in your airbrush 1.0 or 5.0 That would make a difference on the painting
Thanks! I usually put on about 5 or 6 coats. The first 2 or 3 being light coats, then a couple of medium coats followed by a heavier coat if necessary. It really depends on the color though, as real dark or real light colors may not need as many.
i have a question first i so love you videos watch them every freetime i get my question do you know how to make homemade transparent paint i make my paints from cheap acrylics with all my extra was wondering if i can make a set of transparents???
Thanks for the views! I actually have not made any transparent paint, but I have heard of people mixing some food color with Pledge Floor Gloss for things like window tinting.
Sorry for the late reply, I use primer for every part I paint regardless of what kind of paint I'm using. I especially feel like primers are necessary when using craft paints. I mostly use Stynylrez Primers through my airbrush (they are airbrush ready in the bottle), but on occasion I will use Rustoleum and/or Brite Touch from the can.
Nice video Could I substitute Isopropyl alcohol for another product? Cause here in my country it’s almost impossible to find it If I try to buy it on a website, it’s even more expensive to real hobby thinner (more than $40 for 100ml) Latin American issues 😂
Sorry, I don't know of any substitutions for the isopropyl alcohol to use in this formula. Before using this formula, I was using plain blue automotive windshield washer fluid, which works good as well. Even though it's blue, it won't affect any colors, I've used it to mix with white and clear without leaving any tint at all.
A little late to the party but, if you can get grain alcohol (for drink mixing) or vodka These make a good substitute for the iso, if your old enough to purchase them Btw just like the other comment I’ve seen the iso alcohol clumping effect and not just with color shifting paint, take one drop of folkart for example and mix in one drop of straight iso and you will see this happen, so obviously the water iso balance is important Great channel btw subbed
Usa alcohol regular del que Venden en las farmacias para limpiar heridas o un liquido azul que se usa en los vehiculos para limpiar el cristal frontal >>> de que pais eres o estas?????
@@StumpyGrumpsScaleSpeedShop I really like the craft paint idea because of how much safer it is and there is such a huge selection of colors. Hopefully I can do it as well as you do. Thanks
Thanks for the thinner mixture. Greatly appreciate it
Gotta say, I'm impressed that you kept the paints to high quality that won't clog or cause inconsistent color due to pigment & media quality.
Thank you, lots of practice and trial & error, lol.
You got some great results with this and it’s easy to replicate it, again and again.
Good luck with the Channel, Stumpy.
Welcome to the community.
Keep cranking them out.
Somebody is always watching ‘em.
Thank you!
Nice how 2
I usually put the reducer in the mixing cup first. Paint can't stick to the bottom or sides that way. Plus when it's real thick like that blue, it's easier to read the numbers
Yeah, that's an option, but most of the time I improvise on how much paint I'll be using, lol. I don't want to overthin if I use less paint than initially expected, and I don't like making too much as I hate to waste, even with cheap craft paints, lol.
Very good video
Thanks, hope it was helpful!
My home made thinner is close to yours, and works great, never a issue, I don’t recommend Craft paints to beginners, to many issues with the airbrush, Known Nozzle size is paramount on talking paints, as is air pressure, and I stress shaking craft paints as well, you can’t shake paints enough, I add a few Stainless balls to my paint, and store them on there side, because, once paint pigment settles on the bottom of the container, it’s really hard to get it mixing again, and I use a home made mixing device, that truly does a great job, and it still may take a few more minutes! Craft paint isn’t for beginners!
Thanks for watching! There are a lot of folks that have their own formula, and most are very close with some having an extra ingredient, but most are just different measurements and amounts. I agree that shaking paints is super important for getting the pigments moving. I actually learned how to airbrush with craft paints and haven't tried any solvent based paints yet, so I don't know about how different the paint types mix, thin, or spray.
@@StumpyGrumpsScaleSpeedShop solvent paints will spoil you!
Great video and How-To, thank you!
FYI, Folk Art Color Shift paint does not work well with alcohol. When I tried a mix using alcohol, it caused the paint to clot up within 2-3 minutes in my airbrush and it was very difficult to clean out.
I'd suggest that when trying to use alcohol with any water-based paint for the first time, let it sit for a while after mixing it in the mixing cup to ensure there are no adverse effects. When there are problems, I just use water and glycerin to thin the paint.
Thanks! Thanks for the heads-up and info. That's weird about the color-shift paint, I'll have to buy one and try it since I haven't tried the color-shift yet. I've never had a problem with this formula in any other acrylic paint, including Tamiya Acrylics, Testors Acrylics, Vallejo, Createx, or any brand of craft paint. Must just be something that's used in the color-shift.
@@StumpyGrumpsScaleSpeedShop, You're welcome. It probably is just an issue with this paint, I haven't had any trouble with other paint brands since this one either. I was using the 5189 Green Flash Vert Brilliant if you want to test the exact paint. It's a very pretty green/gold that looks great on model cars.
@@Enigma-Sapiens Thanks, I'll look for it next time I buy paints.
great channel.... thanks for sharing your technique .I going to use it soon on my next project (70 Firebird)
Live your channel!!
Thanks for the tutorial. Your airbrush technique is awesome. I’m going to start doing it like you do
Thanks for watching! I'm glad it was helpful!
Nice color paint.
You said you are thinking of a new airbrush. I own 11 airbrushes in an assortment of brands. In my opinion, GSI Creos (The Mr. Hobby People) airbrushes are hard to beat and are less expensive than an Iwata (rumors say the Creos and Iwata come from the same factory) or Badger and just as good.
A sleeper airbrush are the ones from Neoeco. Very inexpensive but spray great and have great customer support and they actually listen to their customers. Neoeco has been making airbrushes for many Chinese, Japanese and Taiwanese companies for several years.
Thanks! Thanks also for the tip on the Neoeco brand, I'll definitely check them out.
This is a super video! What size needle are you using in that airbrush?
@@paulpitmon6663 I use both .3mm and .5mm regularly.
You have done one the best craft acrylic jobs Ive seen. I think m buying the new 2024 Ultra, a little over $100.00
Thx! I use similar recipe except mine includes some clear windex or washer fluid. But this is probably just as good. I have been working with almost total acrylics recently less work and no fumes! Thx again!
FYI With color shift paints the color you use for primer can completely change the color!
When you’re talking about painting different paint you should tell the people what size Ket is in your airbrush 1.0 or 5.0 That would make a difference on the painting
Nice thinner recipe and the tutorial Craig! Thanks for the video 😎👍
I hope i got your name right 🤔
Thanks for watching! And yes, you got my name right, lol.
Ive seen plenty of your acrylic paint jobs on F.B & they were all awesome👍.
How many base coats were used?
T.Y
Thanks! I usually put on about 5 or 6 coats. The first 2 or 3 being light coats, then a couple of medium coats followed by a heavier coat if necessary. It really depends on the color though, as real dark or real light colors may not need as many.
i have a question first i so love you videos watch them every freetime i get my question do you know how to make homemade transparent paint i make my paints from cheap acrylics with all my extra was wondering if i can make a set of transparents???
Thanks for the views! I actually have not made any transparent paint, but I have heard of people mixing some food color with Pledge Floor Gloss for things like window tinting.
Thanks for the tutorial, what about primers? Do I need them and how do I apply it. Which primers do you use?
Sorry for the late reply, I use primer for every part I paint regardless of what kind of paint I'm using. I especially feel like primers are necessary when using craft paints. I mostly use Stynylrez Primers through my airbrush (they are airbrush ready in the bottle), but on occasion I will use Rustoleum and/or Brite Touch from the can.
Nice video
Could I substitute Isopropyl alcohol for another product? Cause here in my country it’s almost impossible to find it
If I try to buy it on a website, it’s even more expensive to real hobby thinner (more than $40 for 100ml)
Latin American issues 😂
Sorry, I don't know of any substitutions for the isopropyl alcohol to use in this formula. Before using this formula, I was using plain blue automotive windshield washer fluid, which works good as well. Even though it's blue, it won't affect any colors, I've used it to mix with white and clear without leaving any tint at all.
Try window washer fluid or clear glass cleaner that works also as they already have some alcohol :)
The only color the blue washer seems to affect is yellow. Makes it look a little green
A little late to the party but, if you can get grain alcohol (for drink mixing) or vodka
These make a good substitute for the iso, if your old enough to purchase them
Btw just like the other comment I’ve seen the iso alcohol clumping effect and not just with color shifting paint, take one drop of folkart for example and mix in one drop of straight iso and you will see this happen, so obviously the water iso balance is important
Great channel btw subbed
Usa alcohol regular del que Venden en las farmacias para limpiar heridas o un liquido azul que se usa en los vehiculos para limpiar el cristal frontal >>> de que pais eres o estas?????
Do you use the craft paints only on the model bodies or do you build whole kits using exclusively craft paints? Thanks.
Usually the whole kit, including the interior, engine, and chassis/suspension.
@@StumpyGrumpsScaleSpeedShop I really like the craft paint idea because of how much safer it is and there is such a huge selection of colors. Hopefully I can do it as well as you do. Thanks