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Airbrush Compressor
8 Secrets to Being a Successful Airbrush T-shirt Artist
1. Use a Reliable Compressor. Use a compressor with a holding tank and I suggest having a backup airbrush compressor, just in case there are problems with your primary compressor. I prefer industrial pancake compressors. I only use a silent compressor if noise is a significant factor in the location that I am airbrushing.
2. Choose a Quality Airbrush. The two most popular airbrushes are the Iwata Eclipse and the Paasche VL-3. Both are great brushes for airbrushing shirts. The Iwata has a bit finer line but is parts are a bit more sensitive than the VL. Keep your airbrush clean and keep spare parts in stock, especially tips and needles. Learning to keep your airbrush clean and functioning is just as important as your airbrushing skills.
3. Choose a Quality Brand of Airbrush Paint. For most applications including airbrush t-shirts, clothing, illustration, and license plates the two most popular brands are Createx and Aqua Flow. Both have bright colors with good wash fastness. I personally prefer Aqua Flow because it is a bit thicker than Createx. Createx takes a bit longer to dry, and I have to be careful not to spider when painting on solid objects.
4. Purchase a High Quality Heat Press. It saddens me when I hear of people that have purchased an airbrush t-shirt and left with the instructions to iron their shirt before they wash it. I do realize that there are some instances where an airbrush setup cannot support a heat press, however, I believe in providing a complete and finished product. A product that a customer can purchase and wear or give as a gift, and not have to worry about the shirt fading. A quality heat press will cost more than an industrial compressor and several airbrushes, but it is a worthwhile investment.
5. Purchase High Quality T-shirts and Garments. Use top quality name brands of 100% cotton or 50/50 t-shirts. Some top brands are Gildan, Anvil, Jerzees, Hanes, and Fruit of the Loom. 6.1 ounce is considered heavyweight. Always keep plenty of stock. Kid sizes through Adult 3XL, or 4XL. I stock acmany colors now, but initially it was a lot of White, some Ash and some Black.
6. Work on Skill and Quality Before Speed. When you learn how to airbrush, speed will come with time. If you are just starting out, take your time. Work on perfecting the basic skills and the basic movements. Focus on producing a high quality product.
7. Create and Keep Customers. The key to any business success is creating and keeping customers. To do this you want to be courteous and professional. Work to educate your customers about what you do. Listen to your customers and find out exactly what they want, and then give them what they want. Work to keep your customers happy. If you make a mistake, fix it – even if it means doing something over. If a customer is unhappy, do what you can to make them satisfied.
8. Practice, Practice, Practice. Be creative. Practice and strive to improve. Improve your airbrush lettering, improve your airbrush designs, improve your selling techniques. Purchase instructional airbrush DVD’s that interest you and seek out videos on websites such as youtube to expand and improve your skills.
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Airbrush Machine for Cake Decorating – With Airbrush $275.99 Turn your cakes into pieces of art and stunning centerpieces with the cake airbrush by Kopycake. Used by professional cake decorators worldwide, the Airmaster and KromaJet cake airbrush systems have for years been the popular choice for bakers and decorators. With the precision air brush, available in small or large, you can add the finishing touches to your cake to create an artistic masterpiece…. |
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Complete Master Professional Cake Decorating System with 3 Airbrushes 1 Gravity Feed and 2 Siphon Feed Airbrushes, Salon Air Compressor, 3 Hoses, 50 Piece Wilton Cake Decorating Set and a set of 12 – 0.7 oz. Americolor AmeriMist Food Colors $189.96 System Includes: Master Airbrush Brand Model G22 Airbrush Set: Precision Dual-Action Gravity Feed Airbrush with a 0.3mm needle/nozzle and a 1/3 oz. gravity fluid cup. Master Airbrush Brand Model S68 Airbrush Set: Precision Dual-Action Siphon Feed Airbrush with a 0.35mm needle/nozzle and a 1/6 oz. siphon fluid cup and a 3/4 oz. siphon fluid bottle. Master Airbrush Brand Model E91 Airbrush Set: Sing… |
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AMERIMIST BURGUNDY AIRBRUSH COLOR 4.5 OZ Cake Decorating Color $3.96 AmeriMist Airbrush Food Color available in 53 Colors and Kits. AmeriMist air brush colors are super strength, highly concentrated spray-on air brush food colors that are extremely effective, even on hard to color non-dairy whipped toppings and icings. AmeriMist air brush colors eliminate the need to overspray so moisture will not accumulate, water spots will not appear and the icing will not bre… |
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Senco PC1010 1-Horsepower Peak 1-Gallon Compressor $119.99 Portable hand carry, ultra quiet and lightweight. Direct drive motor. Single 1 gallon aluminum tank. Lubeless pump. Ideal for finish and trim or hobby and craftwork. Includes: Regulator, pressure gauges, 1 4” universal coupler, and air filter…. |
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Campbell Hausfeld FP209499 3-Gallon Air Compressor $59.00 … |
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Campbell Hausfeld FP2028 1-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Air Compressor with Accessory Kit $58.37 High power for inflation, brad nailers, staplers, and air brush equipment; 1-gallon tank for smoother air flow; cooler-running motor; automatic shutoff; sturdy handle for easier storage and handling; easy-to-read pressure gauge; comes with 25-foot coiled hose, inflation needle and adapter, two inflation nozzles and air chuck…. |
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Complete Professional Airbrush Sunless Tanning System with Ocean DHA Solution Sunless Tanning Variety Sampler Pack (4 Different Solutions – 1 Pint Total) $129.96 System is Lightweight, Compact, Powerful and Portable making it ideal for using at Home, in Salons or for Mobile Tanning! his Complete Professional Airbrush Sunless Tanning System Includes: Model 2010 Professional Airbrush Tanning System. Airbrush-Depot Model TC-20 High Performance Airbrush Compressor with True Diaphragm Air Pressure Regulator with Gauge and Filter for Dry Air with Precise Airflow… |
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Complete Professional Belloccio Sunless Tanning Airbrush System with a 4 ounce Bottle of 8.5% Ocean DHA Solution with Medium Bronzer $69.96 System Includes: Belloccio Professional Airbrush Tanning System. Belloccio Multi-Purpose Precision Single-Action Gravity Feed Airbrush with a 0.4mm Fluid Tip that comes with 2 Sizes of Screw on Plastic Fluid Cups (3/4 oz. and 1.5 oz.). Super Quiet Mini Airbrush Compressor with 3 Airflow Control Settings, 6 Foot Push on Rubber Airbrush Hose, Operates at 12V DC with a 110V AC plug in Adapter. 4 oz. … |
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Complete Professional Turbo Tan Airbrush Sunless Tanning System with both a Single-Action Suction Feed Airbrush and a Trigger Style Gravity Feed Airbrush Gun plus a Pint of 8.5% DHA Solution with Medium Bronzer, a 4 Solution Variety Pack (1 Pint Total), a Tanning Tent and an Accessories Kit $219.96 System includes everything you need to begin your tanning experience. Turbo Tan offers the the easiest to use and most affordable “DHA” Sunless Tanning Systems available anywhere. They come ready to use right out of the box! All Turbo Tan Tanning Systems are designed and manufactured specifically for applying DHA Sunless Tanning Solutions. System is Lightweight, Compact, Powerful and Portable maki… |
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Kopykake Kroma-Jet 2 Fixed 12-14psi Airbrush System $174.99 Kopykake Kroma-Jet 2 Fixed 12-14psi Airbrush System Kopykake’s: KROMA JET 2 Airbrush System is a Great Solution for Cake Decorators and numerous other applications where a mild steady airflow system is needed. Perfect for fine lines and delicate shadings The KROMA JET 2 is compact Six Foot Silicon Air Hose 1 Year Compressor Warrenty… |
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