Q&A On Airbrushing Cookies
Airbrushing can seem intimidating, but we will answer some of the most burning questions that newbies have in regard to airbrushing a stencil onto cookies!
Question: Is Airbrushing Hard?
Answer: Many novice cookie decorators see airbrushing as this scary thing that only true experts can do. That’s not the case, it isn’t as hard as it looks, but it does take practice to perfect the correct pressure and flow of your paints.
You can practice using different edible paints, different stencils, and different pressures on the airbrush gun, all using paper or even a fake, reusable practice cookie. Practice makes perfect with this skill! Check out our top Airbrushing Tips for a more in-depth tutorial.
Question: What do I need to start airbrushing
Answer:
You will want a good airbrush system. Choose an airbrush machine with a gun nozzle size of .4mm, adjustable pressure, maximum pressure of between 25-45 psi, and a cleaning kit. May we suggest the AirGenie Airbrush System ☺️
Question: How Can You Practice Airbrushing?
Answer:
There are a few ways to become a pro at airbrushing with edible paints.
The first is to practice spraying onto a reusable practice cookie like the Notta Cookie. This will allow you to gauge your pressure on the trigger. All you need to do is wipe it off and start again if it goes wrong!
Question: What Kind Of Paints Are Best For Airbrushing?
Answer:
Any good quality edible food coloring is best. The DecoPac Edible airbrush colors are perfect for all cookie and cake airbrushing needs. The colors are specially formulated by food color experts to deliver intense shades and color consistency. Special care is taken to ensure there is minimal airbrush clogging.