Mike Learn Airbrush & Design: Custom Paint, Motorcycles, Choppers, Guitars and Fine Art in Denver area Colorado

Video Commentary: Behind the Scenes of VALOR

Diana — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:51:21 +0000

The VALOR bike is so much more than just another paint job. Mike has put hours and hours of thought and research into the backgrounds of each and every soldier who is portrayed on the bike. Because this has been such a meaningful project, we did quite a bit of filming to capture the emotion and meaning behind each mural.

I will update this thread with each new clip as they are edited

INTRODUCTION TO THE PROJECT

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Honoring Sgt Charles MacGillivary

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Honoring Second Lieutenant Audie Murphy

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Honoring Sergeant Sammy Lee Davis

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VALOR: A Tribute to American Heros

Diana — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:05:38 +0000

On the bench right now, Mike is working on a VERY SPECIAL project for Marc Fantich, a client from Texas. The HD Bagger is being transformed into an American tribute to Medal of Honor recipients.

There is a lot of research and history behind this project – and you can read much of it on our forums at LearnAirbrush.com -

Background: http://www.learnairbrush.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=10532
Progress: http://www.learnairbrush.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=10620

In addition to the progress shots below (will be consistently updated), I have video segments that will be added as they are edited.

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Mike Gets Mask of the Week – The Goalie Guild

Diana — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:01:26 +0000

Check it out!! Mike gets Mask of the Week 2 out of 3 weeks at The Goalie Guild!!
http://www.thegoalieguild.com/?page_id=406

The Winged Defender Takes BEST PAINT

Diana — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 01:03:11 +0000

Pete LeClaire’s “Winged Defender” came home from the Thunder in the Rockies Show with the prestigious title of BEST PAINT!! Judged against 99 other entrants, this beauty received the highest honor. BIG CONGRATULATIONS go to Pete and to Mike for the collaborative masterpiece.

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G36 Rifle with Launcher: Camo Swirl

Diana — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:33:26 +0000

Since the swirl bucket is out and just kinda sitting there in the middle of the shop, Mike decided to swirl up some other stuff, his newest toy was among the victims. I give you. . . Camo Swirl!!

Helmet for the BOSS

Diana — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 17:34:25 +0000

This is a quick job that came in as an “emergency” project last week. They were very lucky that Mike was working on prep for the BIG job on the bench and was able to push it through. This is a birthday present for the boss.

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New Hockey Masks from Mike Learn

Diana — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 17:19:01 +0000

Hockey season is ramping up here in the Rocky Mountains and Mike has had several come through the shop in the last couple weeks.

Here are 2 Masks that made (and will make) it into “Mask of the Week” at www.GoalieGuild.com:

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http://www.thegoalieguild.com/?page_id=406

Deadwood Custom SKS

Diana — Wed, 20 May 2009 04:00:22 +0000

This is another gun that Mike fitted with his stock modifications and custom Deadwood Theme paint. It is a Chinese Norinco SKS.

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SKS Paratrooper – Skully Jaws Camo

Diana — Wed, 06 May 2009 15:24:13 +0000

Here is another painted Gun Stock. This was an old Chinese SKS Paratrooper that now looks modern and brand new! Mike continues to play with his camo patterns and the Soft Touch clear is fast becoming a favorite of gun owners who feel it.

Skully Jaws Camo

Custom Gun Stock and Make My Day CAMO

Diana — Tue, 05 May 2009 20:44:15 +0000

Here is an example of some of the custom gun stocks that Mike has been making. He improves the comfort and versatility of the grip by changing its shape. The custom paint on this one is Mike’s new “Make My Day” Camo.

Make My Day Camo