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AIRBRUSHand STENCIL

More than any other customizing techniques, airbrushing creates “the look” for kicks. The cool fade and gradation of color allows you to capture everything from the distinctive vibrancy of a favorite team’s jersey to the gorgeous tones of fantasy sunsets. Combined with stencils you can make yourself or purchase, airbrushing lets you aim for a totally professional look—quickly. Airbrushing requires special equipment, but it will last you a very long time. This chapter will get you started with everything you need to know.

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AIRBRUSHING BASICS

This is where painting gets cool. Experiment with your airbrush, practice on ...

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