AIRBRUSH STEP BY STEP MAGAZINE ISSUE #81
Product information "Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 04/26, No. 81: Attention to Detail"
Release: September 25, 2026.
Step by Step
The Death of Papa Smurf
Delicious Hyperrealism
French artist Hubert de Lartigue created an entire series of macro images depicting the sweet final moments of fruit gummies. In his article, Hubert explains his magnification and rendering techniques, as well as his approach to hyperrealism.
Ruler of the Wilderness
Airbrush on Feather
Fur meets feather—the subject and the canvas merge into a shared symbol of nature. With the utmost precision and rich detail, Germany-based artist Thomas Olczyk creates a realistic portrait of a lion on two turkey feathers.
Fuzzy Stripes
Fluffy Pinstriping
Few artists have mastered the delicate, detailed brush technique of pinstriping, which often goes hand in hand with airbrush designs. American artist Jeff “Styles” Overman showcases the trendy variation of “fluffy” pinstriping.
Specials
From Belgium Across Europe: 30 Years of Airbrush Show History
With more than 60 airbrush shows in four countries, the Belgian couple Hugo Vervliet and Daisy van den Bergh have written a significant chapter in airbrush history over the past 30 years. There’s hardly an airbrush artist in Europe who hasn’t heard of these events. In this interview, the two look back and talk about artists, cars, their motivation, and much more.
Iwata X Sparmax 2026 International Airbrush Competition
The Winners’ Artwork
This year, the Taiwanese airbrush and compressor manufacturer Sparmax received support from the premium airbrush brand Iwata for its international airbrush competition. In five categories, the top three entries and their artists were honored by a high-caliber international jury.
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