Recently, such a kind of creativity as airbrushing has been very popular. It is fashionable and very beautiful. Helmet airbrushing is increasingly common. Moreover, it can be seen among motorcyclists, and cyclists, and hockey players. It should be noted that airbrushing should be applied very carefully, without rushing. In addition, it is necessary to acquire the necessary tools and materials in advance, and it is very important that all this is of high quality. Let's take a thorough look at what you need for airbrushing.
Airbrush
This is the most important tool that will come in handy. Currently, in stores you can find a lot of these devices of different brands. There are high-quality and not very good ones. There are quite primitive airbrushes for 20 conventional units. And you can see tools worth several hundred dollars. To airbrush helmets turned out perfect, do not try to save on this device.
Types of airbrushes
There are two main types of these devices: with the dependent, as well as the independent method of dispensing dye. What is the first one? In this case, the substance under pressure of oxygen passes from the tank directly into the nozzle, after which it is sprayed in the air.
What can this process be compared with?
This process is similar to whitewashing with a vacuum cleaner using a special nozzle: the amount of paint depends on air pressure. Hurry to buy this device. Goalkeeper helmet airbrushing, for example, looks great. If you play hockey, then you will have it very handy.
Compressor
This device is designed to provide airbrush air. Most often there are piston as well as membrane devices. The most low-cost compressors are sold for about $ 100, but with them it is impossible to perform a truly high-quality work. Therefore, it is recommended to buy special instruments for airbrush. The cost of foreign compressors ranges from 300 to 500 dollars, while Russian ones are slightly cheaper. If you have limited means, you can purchase a used device. Anyway, for a high-quality drawing, a pressure of 200-500 g / cm 2 is required. This is an important point. Remember: hockey helmets airbrushing should be done efficiently and diligently.
Helmet preparation, primer
If you want the paint to hold securely on the helmet, it should be well prepared for subsequent work. It is necessary to perform sanding, then degreasing, and at the last stage - a primer. As for the latter, there are many good varieties of it. For example, good results can be achieved with GF - Russian glyphthal primer containing solvent No. 646. You can safely buy it - airbrushing on helmets will come out very good.
Solvents
As for solvents, there are both “light” and “heavy” ones - it all depends on the speed of evaporation. The first includes ethers. Such solvents evaporate almost instantly. And "heavy" contain substances such as xylene, toluene, benzene, as well as oily elements. All this contributes to a longer evaporation. As a rule, the 647th as well as the 646th solvent number are used for airbrushing. In addition, acetone is used. Please note this if you want the airbrush on the goalkeeper helmet to be beautiful. These recommendations should not be neglected.
Paints
For airbrushing, nitro paints can be used. Already in the process of drawing a person is determined with their consistency. Special paints for this type of creativity can also be used. Where can I buy them? As a rule, they are found in art salons and specialty stores.
The process of drawing with an airbrush
If you are a beginner, you can not hope that you will get a beautiful image the first time. You may need to colorize a few helmets, and only after that you will begin to succeed. At first, it is recommended to draw using a stencil. Consider how to portray a flame. Three colors are used to complete this drawing.
- So, do-it-yourself airbrushing on the helmet will be done. Therefore, the first point is predictable. It is necessary to take a helmet.
- Next, cut out a number of templates from thick cardboard, their shape can be any. Now lemon-colored paint is poured into the airbrush. And then the most important thing. It is necessary to apply the initial layers of the coloring matter, using patterns. They should not be firmly pressed to the helmet, it is recommended to keep them at some distance - let the distance be 5-10 mm.
- Now the airbrush needs to be washed thoroughly, and then pour in the scarlet paint. It is designed to paint the middle of the fire. After applying the paint, it is easy to remove the excess with a paper handkerchief or brush. Dust or hair can get on the helmet. You do not need to remove them immediately - you should wait until the paint hardens, and then remove them with a sharp needle. Do it very carefully. Helmet airbrushing should be carried out without a single flaw.
- Now you need to pour white paint into the airbrush. With it, the lower part of the flame is depicted.
- At the last stage, when the helmet dries, you should remove the excess paint for the final time, and then cover the picture with varnish, which will protect it from all kinds of damage. In addition, the image will become more beautiful and expressive.
Recommendations for drawing with an airbrush
- The device should always be placed perpendicular to the helmet.
- To prevent sagging, the appliance must be continuously moved. The best option is to create a drawing in one go. So experienced professionals can. It is better to cover the helmet with just one coat of paint.