When painting a custom helmet, this kind of work demands patience, control, and a deep understanding of how paint behaves on compound curves. It’s not just paint—it’s storytelling in layers.

Airbrushing a helmet isn’t like working on a flat panel. You’re dealing with a 3D canvas full of curves, vents, and angles that distort perspective and challenge your layout at every turn. Every stroke has to flow with the shape—not fight it.

You’re masking on a surface that never sits still. Symmetry becomes a battle, especially when wrapping flames, skulls, or graphics around a visor line or chin bar. One slip, one overspray, and you’re redoing hours of work.

And then there’s the layering: base coat, mid-tones, highlights, shadows, candies, clears—each one has to cure, each one has to land just right. You’re not just painting a helmet. You’re building a visual rhythm that moves with the rider.

That’s why a 30+ hour helmet isn’t just a product. It’s a performance. A tribute. A signature.

🎸 The Value of a Custom Airbrushed Guitar explained

Elite Paintworx by Moore

A custom airbrushed guitar is more than an instrument—it’s a tribute, a piece of functional art, and a reflection of the player’s identity. Pricing such work requires balancing artistry, technical precision, and durability. At Elite Paintworx by Moore, every project is approached with uncompromising standards, ensuring that each finish is both visually striking and built to last.

Factors That Influence Price1. Design Complexity

Simple graphics (solid fades, single logos, or minimal overlays) require fewer hours.

Advanced tribute builds (lightning bolts, ghosted layers, pearl veils, rope motifs, or scripted text) demand extensive masking, layering, and precision.

Custom requests (portraits, multi‑layer tributes, or integrated poetry) add significant time and detail.

2. Surface Preparation

Stripping, sanding, and priming the guitar body.

Repairing dents or imperfections before paint.

Ensuring a flawless base for adhesion and longevity.

3. Paint & Materials

High‑quality automotive or specialty airbrush paints.

Pearls, metallics, candies, and clear coats.

Consumables: masking tape, stencils, solvents, and polishing compounds.

4. Labor Hours

Basic designs: 20–30 hours.

Moderate tributes: 40–60 hours.

Complex builds: 80+ hours, including iterative refinements and curing supervision.

5. Finishing & Curing

Multiple clear coats (5–7 layers).

Wet sanding and buffing for mirror gloss.

Full curing period (30 days minimum) before final polish.