Unit Award Scheme

122596 INTRODUCTION TO USING AN AIRBRUSH

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1watch an online video about airbrushingSummary sheet

shown knowledge of

2the main health and safety considerations of using an airbrush and paintsSummary sheet

demonstrated the ability to

3set up an area to airbrush, including setting the pressure on the compressor and clearing the appropriate amount of spaceSummary sheet
4practice using an airbrush with a little water onto paper on at least one occasionSummary sheet
5use paint to draw at least two lines on the paperSummary sheet and/or student completed work
6experiment with holding the airbrush at at least three different angles to the paper, including being nearer and further awaySummary sheet and/or student completed work
7use a piece of paper as a mask and a different colour to create a sequence of straight contrasting linesSummary sheet
8disassemble the setup and clean the airbrush before storage.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 3 December 2024Level - Entry Level