How To Paint Flames - Softcover

Caldwell, Bruce

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0760318247 ISBN 13: 9780760318249

Publisher: Motorbooks, 2005

Synopsis

Custom paint jobs are more popular than ever, and no form of custom painting is "hotter" than the flame job. This book will explain how to design the best-looking flames for a particular vehicle, how to transfer that design to the vehicle, and how to apply the paint. The process of painting the flames will be broken into major segments so that the reader can go as far as they feel their skills and confidence will allow. - No other books focus exclusively on the art of painting flames- Color photography and photo-heavy approach boost the visual appeal of the book- Part of the fast-growing Motorbooks Workshop series.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Flame paint jobs have been around for decades, adorning everything from hot rods, motorcycles, and pickups, to tool boxes and refrigerators. Flames are a great way to make a beautiful, personalized statement with an air gun and paintbrush. However, the styles and techniques involved in painting flames are constantly evolving, and in this newly revised edition of How to Paint Flames you’ll discover all the latest tips and tricks to create every flame style imaginable. Author Bruce Caldwell, with the help of some of the best painters in the business, leads you through every step in the flame painting process. At the same time, the book provides inspiration to help you determine which style is best for your project. You’ll learn how to create traditional flames, as well as variations such as tribal flames, ghost flames, pinstripe flames, and those incredible-looking realistic flames. There’s also a new chapter detailing the styles and techniques for cool-looking scallops. Painting tools and techniques are covered in depth along with dozens of tips and tricks that will make your flames stand out; you’ll even learn how to apply low-cost flames with a paint roller! If you’re ready to paint your own flames, How to Paint Flames is the first tool you need to buy.

About the Author

Bruce Caldwell has been an automotive journalist and photographer since 1975 when he became an associate editor for Car Craft magazine. He was feature editor at Hot Rod and editor of Chevy High Performance, Mustangs & Fords, Muscle Car Review, Chevy Action, and Street Rod Quarterly. His work appears regularly in major truck, street rod, and performance car magazines. He has authored several automotive how-to books.

Edition details

• Publisher: Motorbooks
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0760318247
• ISBN 13: 9780760318249
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 160