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by Tom Leonard
Thu Mar 10, 2005 9:32 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Lettering Brushes
Replies: 11
Views: 19249

Bill,
I typically use one shot reducer (6000) or low temp reducer with my paints. The only thing I use thinner for is the first few steps of cleaning my brushes. Good to know that I'm on the right track.

Thanks
by Tom Leonard
Wed Mar 09, 2005 8:47 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Lettering Brushes
Replies: 11
Views: 19249

Hi Bill, Well, from what I have read and found online, I have been using Oneshot brush cleaner and conditioner on my Mack stripers. I use odorless paint thinner to rinse the conditioner out before I begin practicing - I dip into the thinner repeatedly than palette on a phone book to get the thinner ...
by Tom Leonard
Wed Mar 09, 2005 5:51 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Lettering Brushes
Replies: 11
Views: 19249

Hey Doug, Like you I am completely self taught for all of about 60 days now. I started with pinstriping. I bought a Mack series 20 first in 00 and then I found out about the Series 10, bought a 00 in that too. I also spoke with Steve Kafka and bought a few of his brushes too. Not having much success...
by Tom Leonard
Tue Mar 08, 2005 5:27 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Lettering Brushes
Replies: 11
Views: 19249

Hey Doug, Thanks for the help. I like the glass idea, I read about practicing on glass for pinstriping, which is what lead me to lettering. I am also learning pinstriping too! I have been practicing on some 12x18 and 18x24 panels for the striping, but have been thinking about the glass to practice o...
by Tom Leonard
Tue Mar 08, 2005 5:19 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Lettering Brushes
Replies: 11
Views: 19249

Bill,
Thanks for the tip. That's what I was hoping to find, suggestions on brushes. I will look into some flats from Rapheal. I wasn't sure, hence the reason for picking up the lettering quills.
by Tom Leonard
Mon Mar 07, 2005 6:23 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Lettering Brushes
Replies: 11
Views: 19249

Lettering Brushes

Good afternoon, I recently picked up a few lettering quills ( Mack Series 189L, #0, #2 ) to starting learning how to letter with. I am wondering if anyone can make some suggestions on brushes as well as some practice media ? Once again I am brand new to lettering and I appreciate any suggestions. Th...
by Tom Leonard
Thu Mar 03, 2005 12:05 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Newbie
Replies: 3
Views: 5849

Thanks for the info

Thanks for the suggestions and the welcome. I have been looking for a meet in the area or close, but haven't had any luck yet. I'll keep on the lookout!
by Tom Leonard
Wed Mar 02, 2005 1:13 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Newbie
Replies: 3
Views: 5849

Newbie

Just a quik note to introduce myself - I recently started pinstriping and airbrushing and plan on adding lettering as well. I appreciate any suggestions on getting started with lettering - books, videos, practice media as well brushes.