An airbrush is a small air operated tool that sprays paint. Today, airbrushes are used in for several applications. T-shirts, cakes, graffiti make maximum use of the art of using an airbrush. In this article we discuss a few tips while using an airbrush on a cake.
When you are first learning airbrush technique, the process can be intimidating. Not only do you have to learn a new painting technique, but you must learn how to use the equipment that goes along with it, as well. Unlike a paintbrush, the airbrush must be attached to an air source to be operated. A compressor is the best-suited air source for an airbrush. Compressors with minimal sound will make your work easier.
At first using an airbrush might seem difficult and messy, but eventually it turns out to be the best tool to add detailed colour for various applications.
Whether you want to add a single perfectly gilded rose or paint an entire three-tiered cake in shimmering lace, an Airbrush is a very important tool in the cake industry.
There are various types of guns available and we will mainly be focussing on Artmaster because they have superior quality and they are easy to clean after usage. Art master Jumbo Airbrush is most common used airbrush. Art master Deluxe is a premium quality airbrush because it has a stainless steel nozzle and lasts longer than an ordinary Airbrush.
A brief video by Bakery Crafts showing how an airbrush is used for cakes.
Here are a few tips while using an Airbrush on a cake
#1 Food Safe Colours: Only use food safe colours, doing otherwise may lead to cross contamination.
#2 Spray Angles: Spraying with the nozzle at a 45° angle will produce broad, softer lines. Hold the nozzle at a 90° angle for a sharper, more defined line. Darken colors by retracing them with the airbrush.
#3 Maintenance: Clean out the airbrush pipe with water between the usage of different colours and at the end of complete usage to avoid build up at the nozzle of the airbrush.
#4 Save your Surroundings: Cover all surrounding surfaces to protect them from airbrush color. Use butcher paper, old newspapers, science fair backboards, or disposable plastic tablecloths for easy clean up.
#5 Listen to your manufacturer: Follow the use, care, and cleaning instructions provided by the manufacturer of your airbrush to keep your machine running smoothly.
#6 Practise and you will be Perfect: Just like using a piping bag, pressure, speed, and angle are super important. Practice makes perfect, so airbrush onto paper towels or parchment paper to get a feel for your machine. Kids coloring books are also great for practicing because you can try to stay inside the lines. Or not stay inside the lines – whichever you prefer!
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