Airbrush Nail Designs
There just seems to be no end to the amount and variation of
airbrushed nail designs. Only a person’s imagination and skill level can
limit the possibilities of these designs. With an understanding of some
basic supplies and an amount of patience with yourself while you learn,
airbrushing nail designs can be a great and rewarding activity!
Before getting started you should really look at the cost of an
airbrush; they can be rather expensive unless you find a really great
deal on eBay or someplace similar. Determine how often you would use
this tool to decide if the purchase is worth it or not. Airbrush
machines usually run about $160 and up; again, really think if this is a
worthy investment. Badger puts out a nail kit out that you can usually
find sold at Michael’s craft supplies for less, including the
accessories, probably because instead of using a compressor it uses a
propellant.
Other supplies that you are going to need before getting started are
special airbrush paint, chosen stencils and cleaner for the airbrush
itself when you are finished with it. You are not going to want to clean
out your airbrush until after you apply the top coat and it is
completely dry.
Steps to Airbrush Nail Designs
• First you are going to want to go look at all the wonderful variety
of stencils available for airbrushing nails. You will find everything
from basic designs to complex ones that will require some skill and a
steady hand. Go slow in the beginning and see if you can get one of your
girlfriends to volunteer their hands for you for an hour or so until you
get the hang of it.
• Airbrush a base coat on and let dry. At this point you can airbrush
a background if you want to or leave the nail plain. This is going to be
a bit tough for you at first but just keep practicing until you get it
right and are comfortable with the airbrush and its triggering
mechanism.
• Once you are comfortable with the equipment, start practicing with
the stencil. Hopefully you chose some that are simple and good for
beginners. Too many people take on the more complex designs and become
discouraged from the get go with their own lack of skill.
• Place the stencil on the middle of the finger and gently squeeze the
trigger. Once you are satisfied with the stenciling results you can let
the paint dry and remove any excess sprayed nail paint with some acetone
and a Q-tip.
• Don’t forget to apply the top coat and let it completely dry! It is
usually better to apply two coats to strengthen the nail and add some
extra protection to your new artwork; just be sure to let each coat dry
thoroughly before applying more.
Whatever airbrushed nail design you choose, with a little practice
you will have in salon looks for your nails at your fingertips. You will
soon find your friends clamoring in line for your services. Who knows? A
simple hobby can become a lucrative career for the right person; is that
person you? |
