Airbrush Step by Step Magazine #81: Attention to Detail
Issue 04/2026 · English Edition · Printed Magazine
Explore airbrush techniques, equipment news, and artist projects in Airbrush Step by Step Magazine No. 81. Attention to Detail brings together hyperrealistic candy artwork, a lion painted on feathers, fluffy pinstriping, and highlights from the international airbrush community.
Release date: September 25, 2026.
Step-by-Step Painting Projects
- The Death of Papa Smurf — Hubert de Lartigue: Explore hyperrealistic fruit-gummy artwork and the artist’s approach to enlarged subjects and rendering.
- Ruler of the Wilderness — Thomas Olczyk: Follow a detailed lion portrait painted across two turkey feathers.
- Fuzzy Stripes — Jeff “Styles” Overman: Discover fluffy pinstriping and its textured take on decorative brushwork.
Equipment, Paint & Industry News
This issue covers the RichPen Phoenix 222B, Sparmax Flyer X, NO-NAME Portable Airbrush Compressor, and Giraldez Infinity CRplus MKII 2-in-1, alongside a feature on counterfeit Iwata airbrushes.
Additional news includes Kroma Edge paints, Schmincke promotions, a dragon reference book, and Fantasy World of Airbrush 2026.
Artist Features & Competition Highlights
- 30 Years of Airbrush Show History: Hugo Vervliet and Daisy van den Bergh reflect on more than 60 shows across four European countries.
- Iwata x Sparmax 2026 International Airbrush Competition: View winning artwork from five categories.
- Regular features: Readers’ Gallery, Shopping Guide, and Imprint/Preview.
Issue Details
| Publication | Airbrush Step by Step |
|---|---|
| Issue | No. 81 / 04/2026 |
| Theme | Attention to Detail |
| Language | English |
| Format | Printed magazine |
| SKU | ASBS81 |
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