MotorBooks Do-It-Yourself Book — How To Custom Paint Your Car

For custom car builders today, one of the biggest expenses—and a make-or-break features of the build—is the paint job. Now, with the expert help of JoAnn Bortles, one of the top custom painters in the country, readers can learn to custom paint their own cars, from design to finishing touches. She offers step-by-step instructions for achieving that professional look with attention to detail and a keen sense of style. The book provides detailed advice on every step from basecoating to artwork and airbrushing to clearcoating and troubleshooting, with special emphasis on designing and executing elaborate paint schemes such as flames, skulls, murals, and pin striping. Clearly written and amply illustrated, this is the ultimate how-to-custom-paint guide.