Lesson Plan
Course Title: Cosmetology I
Session Title: Air Brushing Techniques
Performance Objective:
Upon completion of this assignment, the student will be able to apply an airbrush design to the
nail.
Specific Objectives:
Safely use the airbrush machine.
Correctly use a stencil to apply a design to the nail.
Correctly use a net to apply a design to the nail.
Quickly change colors on the air gun.
Preparation
TEKS Correlations:
125.112 (c)(1)(A)
The student is expected to identify employment opportunities in the field of cosmetology
services.
125.112 (c)(2)(A)
The student is expected to demonstrate effective oral communications with individuals from
varied cultures, including fellow workers, management, and customers.
125.112 (c)(2)(C)
The student is expected to estimate supplies, materials, equipment, and labor requirements fro
a work assignment.
125.112 (c)(4)(A)
The student is expected to safely use tools, materials, and equipment commonly employed in
the field of cosmetology.
Interdisciplinary Correlations:
Fine Arts – Art Level 1:
117.52 (c)(2)(A)
…create visual solutions by elaborating on direct observation, experiences, and imagination…
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117.52 (c)(2)(B)
…create designs for practical applications…
117.52 (c)(2)(C)
…demonstrate effective use of art media and tools in design…
Instructor/Trainer
References:
Too Much Fun, East Coast Airbrush
Instructional Aids:
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Air Brushing Techniques PowerPoint Presentation.
Air Brushing Techniques PowerPoint Presentation – Handouts.
Air Brushing Techniques PowerPoint Presentation – Notes Pages
Air Brushing Steps Handout.
Air Brushing Exam Review.
Air Brushing Exam.
Air Brushing Rubric.
Practice finger.
Stencils.
Materials Needed:
Diskette, paper, pen, paint, Windex, paper towels
Equipment Needed:
Web TV or projector for PPT, airbrush machine and gun
Learner
The student should have mastered the manicuring lesson. The student should provide their
practice finger, pen, and paper.
Introduction
Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):
Airbrushing is a popular technique that many of you have probably used. How about a show of
hands from those who have had airbrushing on their nails or seen this service done in a nail
salon. (Many will raise their hands, if not all.) This is a technique that can be easily mastered
through regular practice. There are several important steps which must be completed for the
airbrushing service to look professional. We are going to discuss these steps now and then
practice with the airbrushing machine.
Outline
Outline (LSI Quadrant II):
Objectives
Activities/ Training
Materials
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Methods
The instructor will discuss the
implements necessary to
complete this service.
Students will practice holding The instructor will
the air gun. (Quadrant 2 & 3) demonstrate the proper way
to hold the air gun.
Students will review handout. The instructor will review the
steps given in the handout.
The instructor should
demonstrate filling the paint
jars and attachment to the air
gun.
The instructor should discuss
the purpose of airbrushing
white paint onto the nail to
serve as a base. By having a
base layer of white, all other
color applications will
become “true” colors and
show up more vividly. This
will also help prevent color
from wearing off quickly.
Student practice applying
Instructor should
base layer.(Quadrant 2 & 3)
demonstrate application of
white base layer then have
students perform this.
Students should select two
The instructor will allow
colors for practice.
students to select two colors
for practice. By limiting these
first practices to 2 colors,
students will not become
overwhelmed.
Students should select
The instructor should provide
stencil.
simple stencils for students to
practice with.
Student practice with stencils. The instructor should
(Quadrant 2 & 3)
demonstrate how to use a
stencil on the nail. Point out
to students how to rock the
stencil gently to make sure
the complete picture is
applied to the nail. Instructor
demonstration on quick
drying the color using air
only.
The instructor should
demonstrate how to quickly
change colors using the prefilled jars. Remind students
PPT slide # 2
PPT slide # 3
Air Guns
PPT slide # 4
PPT slide # 5
PPT slide # 6-7
PPT slide # 8
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Students should apply a
solid, dark color over their
stencil and select a net cube.
(Quadrant 2 & 3)
to give several quick blasts
onto a paper towel in order to
clear out old paint color
before applying a new color.
Instructor should discuss that
net cubes are shown off best
when applied with a light
color to a darker base color.
Point out to students that the
American manicure with a
white net cube design on it is
very popular for brides.
Instructor should explain to
students that once the sealer
is applied to the color, no
further airbrushing may take
place. Be careful to apply
only to the nail; then dry with
the airbrush. Color will wash
off the skin with soap and
water.
Application
PPT slide # 9
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Student practice will occur throughout the lesson plan. Urge students to use their handout as a
reference while practicing.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Students will apply airbrushing stencils and net cube designs to their practice finger. Allow
students to use their handout as a guide during the independent practice. See rubric for
evaluation criteria.
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
Review the steps covered on the handout.
Evaluation
Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):
Students will write the steps for an airbrush stencil OR net cube. The steps are the same, so
allow students to write either one on a guided review sheet.
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
Students will list the steps performed for an airbrush stencil or net cube for a test grade.
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
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Students will perform this service on clients during customer lab days. This is an excellent Skills
USA/VICA contest project. It is an exciting demonstration for Career Day and Parent night.
Encourage students to sell this service during prom time.
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Air Brushing Supplies
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White Base Layer
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Attaching the air gun to the
compressor
Holding the Air Gun
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Compressor
Windex
Air gun
Paints
Practice finger
Stencils
Net cubes
Q-Tips
Paint jars
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Stencil Application
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Quick dry with Air Only
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Changing Colors
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Net Cube
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Air Brushing Steps
1. Assemble all supplies
2. Attach air gun to compressor
3. Fill paint jars with chosen colors
4. Apply white base layer to the nail
5. Quick dry with air only
6. Change colors
7. Select stencil or net cube
8. Air brush color onto nail
9. Quick dry with air
10. Repeat steps as necessary
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Air Brushing Techniques Review
Name
Date
DIRECTIONS: List each of the steps for air brushing in order.
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Air Brushing Techniques Exam
Name
Date
DIRECTIONS: List each of the steps for air brushing in order. Each step is worth 5
points for a total of 50 points.
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Air Brushing Rubric
Evaluation
Criteria
Points
Available
Assembled all
supplies
10
Attached air gun
properly
10
Held air gun properly
10
Applied white base
layer properly
10
Applied stencil or net
cube properly
10
TOTAL
Points
Earned
Comments
50
Point Conversion Scale:
45 – 50 =
A
40 – 44 =
B
35 – 39 =
C
30 – 34 =
D
Below 30 =
F
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