Hoku Props has partnered with Spraygunner.com and Createx Colors to host beginner friendly airbrushing workshops at conventions all across the United States.
Airbrush 101
Taught by Chad from Hoku Props.
Master the fundamentals of airbrushing for props, cosplay, and beyond.
Whether you’re brand new, need a refresher, or preparing to attend one of our workshops, this guide covers everything you need to start spraying with confidence.
What Is Airbrushing?
Airbrushing uses compressed air to apply paint smoothly and evenly, making it ideal for creating gradients, weathering, and detailed finishes. It’s fast, precise, and delivers professional-quality results.
Recommended Tools
We use and trust products from our sponsors, Createx Colors and SprayGunner. These tools are exactly what participants use during our workshops, ensuring a practical, hands-on learning experience for beginners and pros alike:
Paint: Createx Wicked Colors – 12 Opaque Set
Paint: Createx Wicked Colors – 12 Opaque Set
Paint: Createx Wicked Colors – 12 Opaque Set
A versatile paint set ideal for prop-making, cosplay, and detailed projects:
• Requires 10-20% reduction with 4011 or 4021 reducer
• Excellent adhesion on plastics, resins, EVA foam, leather, and flexible materials
• Dries to a durable matte finish, perfect for layering
• For gloss add 4050 UVLS gloss
A versatile paint set ideal for prop-making, cosplay, and detailed projects:
• Requires 10-20% reduction with 4011 or 4021 reducer
• Excellent adhesion on plastics, resins, EVA foam, leather, and flexible materials
• Dries to a durable matte finish, perfect for layering
• For gloss add 4050 UVLS gloss