Top Pro Stencil Techniques
Tips to be a better, more successful artist
 In custom painting, there's a simple, and true, rule of thumb: The faster you complete a job, the more money you'll make. In the course of painting a dramatic evil skull, Blake McCaulley (aka "Cross-Eyed") demonstrates everything you need to know about hand cutting stencils for faster execution of artwork, special f/x, flexibility, design accuracy, and precision.
Specific techniques demonstrated include making custom stencils, using photo references, mapping out stencils, registering stencils, razor knife cutting, positive and negative shapes, the anatomy of a skull, surface prep, highlights and shadows, correcting and preventing overspray, color mixing, and paint drying techniques.
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