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I remember vividly back in 1972 attending a Deep Purple concert and seeing two classmates with their father across the floor - thinking why would an "Old Guy" come to a Rock Concert?!? When I saw my friends the following week in the school hall, I asked why did their father attend the concert. They told me he likes exploring "new" things!
Now I am the "Old Guy" - lesson learned!
Two time cancer survivor has me wanting to explore creativity.
Looking to learn tips, techniques, better - best tools, paints and possibly along the way make a couple new friends.
I am a Sr Regional Construction Mgr for a very large retailer. The pressures and trials of construction has me seeking a little creative solitude. Ready to learn....
 
Welcome home Tomar.
As far as best tools , You can pick from Iwata, Harder & Steenbeck , Badger and paasche, The down side is picking which airbrush fits you and how you paint . So there is really not a right answer other then the named brands seem to hold up in the long run. The only airbrush I will recommend due to it being a work horse and with practice can do everything would be the Iwata Eclipse CS(or BSC if you like siphon feed over gravity feed).
As far as paint I suggest printing off a bunch of hobby lobby 40% off coupons and getting all your friends and family and load up on Wicked Colors ,
Hobby also carries some of the Candy 2O colors which is a true water based candy dye and some of the autpborne sealers incase you want to do some work on metal and plastic.
I saw deep purple in the early 70's too but then again I am still taking my kids to concerts of their choosing cause that is what dad's do :D
 
Welcome from the UK Tomar! It’s never ok late to try new things so good for you for wanting to dip your toe in this awesome painty ocean. Nice to have you aboard.


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Welcome Aboard, Tomar! @Mr.Micron is spot on with equipment recommendations. I'd add a compressor made for airbrushing with a tank if you're planning on doing your work indoors in your home. Everybody here is ready to help. Glad to have you with us!
 
Welcome to the forum, before you buy anything just have a search on here. Depends what your goals are but we can help with all of your equipment and paint needs.

Lee
 
Welcome home Tomar.
As far as best tools , You can pick from Iwata, Harder & Steenbeck , Badger and paasche, The down side is picking which airbrush fits you and how you paint . So there is really not a right answer other then the named brands seem to hold up in the long run. The only airbrush I will recommend due to it being a work horse and with practice can do everything would be the Iwata Eclipse CS(or BSC if you like siphon feed over gravity feed).
As far as paint I suggest printing off a bunch of hobby lobby 40% off coupons and getting all your friends and family and load up on Wicked Colors ,
Hobby also carries some of the Candy 2O colors which is a true water based candy dye and some of the autpborne sealers incase you want to do some work on metal and plastic.
I saw deep purple in the early 70's too but then again I am still taking my kids to concerts of their choosing cause that is what dad's do :D
I saw them again just before Jon Lord left the group in 02 with my then 11 year old son... Not quite the same but my son is a huge fan! I will heed your advice and really appreciate & thank you sincerely for your thoughts/wisdom. This forum seems to be awash with a lot of fine folks! Hope to return the favor some day...
 
Welcome from Australia,
I see on your profile you are from Michigan, there are quite a few members from the US here and they’ll likely be along soon to jump on the welcome wagon.

Creativity is a double edged sword at times, it can be equally relaxing and frustrating!
What gear if any do you currently have and where are you hoping this journey will take you ? Art works, T-shirt’s or fishing lures ... the possibilities abound .

You’re in good company with your age
 
Welcome to the forum aka madhouse to most of us!:D Where in Michigan are you?I lived up by the bridge a while when I was in the Coast Guard and mid state a few more!
 
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