26 Jan How to Prime Wood for Painting
8' x 3' TRIP II is Painted on Wood
Paul Cotton writes: “Did you paint the Tripp II on wood, since it was so large, and how did you prime it for use with the paint pens? (more…)
Drew’s Influence
18 Jan How To Find An Artist’s Agent
A commonly asked question I get from artists is: “Will you represent me?” Or, “How do I find an agent to represent me?”
My quick answer is this: Consider representing yourself. It’s tricky to find someone GOOD to represent your work. (more…)
17 Jan So You Want to Live the Dream Life? Here’s How…..
- This could be your spot!
At a dinner party last weekend, I was bragging about my upcoming 6 week trip to New Zealand and Samoa, when one of my super wealthy friends said, “Wow, I wish I could do that.”
I almost spit out my wine and said “BULL! If you really wanted to, you would!” He conceded, that yeah, I was right. If he really wanted to he could. (more…)
15 Jan THE PAINT SHOP Videos to Air Monthly on Surfline.com
Tune into my new “HOW TO” video clips on on Surfline.com. To watch, go to their VIDEO tab and look for “The Paint Shop” logo.
I’ll be adding a new episode every month. Future episodes will show the behind the scenes designing of a bike line, many different, unique surfboard painting methods, and the designing of other useful things. Let me know what you think! If you have suggestions for future shows, write a comment below.
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07 Jan HOW TO Prep a Motorcycle Helmet for Painting
The painting of a Helmet
Paul Cotton wrote this question: “I received your dvd and paint pens for xmas and the dvd got me inspired. I was wondering before you paint a motorcyle helmet how do you prep it?”
Well, Paul, here’s the simplified version:
1.) Remove everything from the helmet (screws, padding, insides, etc.) Some rubber parts on some helmets won’t come off – in that case, tape them off.
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