Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 02/26, No. 79: Masks & Stencils
Release: March 27, 2026. NewsAirbrushes: Giraldez Infinity 2024 Mk II, Sagola XTech200, Harder & Steenbeck spare partsPaint: Lumilor, Vallejo True Metallic Metal paints, Schmincke paint sets Accessories: Silhouette Cameo 5 Alpha, XP Pen Artist 12 3rdCommunity: International Airbrush Days Step by StepsCyborg GirlSci-fi portraitItalian Daniela Frongia shows how even with little experience, you can achieve high-quality illustrations with the help of masking techniques, stencils, and other tricks.Molly Hatchet ChopperMotorcycle designGerman custom painting artist Carsten Kleinbongard combines the cover artwork of the band Molly Hatchet with a yellow and red metal flake design.Zippo warriorLighter artLorena Straffi paints the surface of a Zippo lighter, which measures just 3.8 x 5.7 cm, using masking techniques and fine airbrush and brushwork.Lumilor Monster HelmetIlluminating airbrush designCoast Airbrush owner David Monnig is using the Lumilor electroluminescent coating system, combined with House of Kolor neon colors and pearls, to give the Monster brand helmet an unmistakable design.SpecialFrom stencils to stickers: hobby cutting plotters at a glanceMarket, technology, differences, and purchase criteriaNowadays, cutting plotters are pretty much indispensable. This article takes a look at the latest generation of devices, their technical differences, software concepts, features, operation, and how to create your own stencils. Skate Deck Paint ContestThe winners of the Coast Airbrush competitionFor the first time since 2008, the US airbrush retailer Coast Airbrush once again held a "Skate Deck Paint Contest." The three winners impressed with their creative designs and perfect use of the required color spectrum. MiscellanousReaders’ GalleryShopping GuideImprint/Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 01/26, No. 78: The anniversary issue
Release: December 19, 2025. NewsPaints: Poison PaintAccessories: Airbrush Creative Box Cleaning Kit, Airbrush Creative Box #13, No-Name Talavera Stencil SetDigital: XP Pen Ultra 16, Affinity StudioCommunity: International Airbrush Days 2026, Sparmax International Airbrush Competition 2026Step by StepArt Deco UnicornCreature DesignRodrick Fuchs is giving mythical creatures his very own style and character, playing with a wide variety of materials and techniques in their creation.Joker's WildSkull IllustrationScott MacKay is using his Joker artwork to explain the importance of background and foreground, as well as the correct order of masking.LynxAnimal PortraitMelina Wuggonig has always tried to paint animals and nature as realistically and lifelike as possible. She is demonstrating a simple method for creating realistic fur texture that is also suitable for beginners.InterviewA World of LaceThe Healing Art of Anzhela DmytrenkoCurly airbrush strokes, known as “lace,” define both the paintings and the worldview of Ukrainian artist Anzhela Dmytrenko.David Naylor: Airbrushing without limitsWhen it comes to airbrushing, David Naylor knows no limits—neither in creativity, his own abilities, nor in airbrush equipment or colors.The big anniversary interviewReaders ask – AIRBRUSH STEP BY STEP answersIn October, we asked you to send us your questions via our newsletter and social media. What would you like to know about AIRBRUSH STEP BY STEP magazine? Here are our readers' questions and our answers.Tips & tricksFrom studio to saleMarissa Oosterlee's path into the world of galleriesMarissa Oosterlee exhibits in renowned galleries in Europe and the US, sells to private collectors, and collaborates with museums. She is explaining how she achieved this and what advice she has for other artists.How to recognize a good compressorThe 16 most important quality features of a compressorCompressors are available in all sizes, power levels, and price ranges. How can you tell good compressors from bad ones, especially as a beginner? MiscellanousReaders’ GalleryShopping GuideImprint/Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 04/25, No. 77
Release: September 26, 2025NewsEquipment: No-Name wireless AirbrushAccessories: New Blair Stencils, Createx plottable masking film, LokLik ImPress Auto 2Community: The Fantasy World of Grefrath 2025, World Bodypainting Festival 2025Step by StepMoonFantastic wolf illustrationThe motif of the wolf has accompanied German artist Ingo Körner throughout his life. Nowadays, he doesn't even need a template for his impressive works.District 9Alien portraitBrazilian artist André Grafia is a fan of the movie District 9. His alien portrait, created using a rough sketching technique, impressively emphasizes the menacing effect of the extraterrestrial creature.The Last GlazeTiger illustrationItalian Daniela Frongia painted this piece for a fundraising project to protect endangered species. Light and shadow in the picture symbolize both threat and hope for the tiger.Ken Block's Hoonicorn V2 Mustang at Pikes PeakLegendary model paint jobTo mark the tragic death of racing driver Ken Block in 2023, Nestor Espinoza's model building team recreated his Hoonicorn Mustang and legendary drift over the Pikes Peak slope.Rollo, the VikingBlack-and-white portraitMariano Soto Lahr developed his own technique for a series of black-and-white Viking portraits to create astonishing effects with just a few materials. With undefined contours, the portrait departs from the perfection usually associated with the airbrush technique.InterviewThe Iwata Airbrush StoryJapanese airbrushes created in the USADo you know where your Iwata airbrush was developed and manufactured? The American-Japanese company opened its doors to the AIRBRUSH STEP BY STEP team.The last MambabatokAirbrush meets tattoo art in the PhilippinesMidas Bayle Villanueva II painted Apo Whang-Od, the world's oldest living tattoo artist at 108 years old, and showed her the portrait in person.MiscellanousReaders’ GalleryShopping GuideImprint/PreviewERRATAPage 10: The complete headline should be „The Fantasy World of Airbrush: Tradition meets change“We apologize for the mistake.
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 03/25, No. 76
Release: June 27, 2025NewsAirbrush: Mini-Spraygun SG-MG1 by No-NamePaint: Derivan Matisse InksAccessories: Ghiant Transfer Spray, Olfa Designer Art Knife, LokLik iCraftBooks: How to paint Scale CarCommunity: Iwata Gallery, International Airbrush Days 2026 Step by StepsLucy's dreamIllustration"Heavy Metal" illustrator Michael Calandra completes his long dormant pencil drawing as a romantic and dark airbrush illustration.Peter CrissDrum designMusic fan and airbrush artist Joseph Gonzalez from Australia immortalizes Kiss drummer Peter Criss on a drumhead.Steampunk Skull GuitarElectric guitar paintingPolish artist Agnieszka Maluchnik creates a harmonious electric guitar design with steampunk and gold elements.True ColorsStar portraitColombian artist Edith Davila has painted 80s star Cindy Lauper with bright colors, many highlights and strong expression.Interviews Anti-pin-ups from DirtylandThe art of Brian M. ViverosWith his portraits of women in torn, bloody military outfits, the American artist is successful at art exhibitions, in magazines and with licensed products. MiscellanousReaders’ GalleryShopping GuideImprint/Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 02/25, No. 75
Release: March 28, 2025NewsEquipment: Iwata Vault Kustom CS, No-Name Cordless airbrush compressorPaints: Schmincke PrimAcrylAccessories: Slice craft knivesDigital: XP PenBooks / Media: Reference Book “Fantasy Ideas”, ASBS archive subscriptionCommunity: The Fantasy World of Airbrush in August 2025, ASBS anniversariesStep by StepsSkydancer90s vintage designA child's toy and memories of a beach towel from his childhood inspired Geir Nordaunet of Norway to create this design, which he developed using a special airbrush crayon technique.Fire GirlPortraitThe young girl's face is illuminated only by the light of the candle. Hungarian artist Geza Nagy created this portrait on canvas using only airbrushing.Light and ShadowNudeIn his work, the Ukrainian-born artist Mitya Ka combines fine skin tones and soft body shapes with cold colors and hard geometric shapes in the background.AI GirlColorful AI portraitCarlos Cartagena's colorful portrait shows the path from the AI-generated template to the airbrushed original.Kyomi RacerRacing driver portraitThis detailed portrait by Canadian illustrator Dennis Mott uses only a few colors to create a striking image.InterviewsPin-ups with styleThe world-famous art of Carlos CartagenaUS-based artist Carlos Cartagena has influenced generations of airbrush users through his work in airbrush magazines, coffee-table books, and even Playboy.The Crazy WolfThe airbrush art of Ellen OlsonEllen Olson had just started to build up her airbrushing business and offer courses in her native Ukraine when the war began. Now she is pursuing her dream in Poland.MiscellanousReaders’ GalleryShopping GuideImprint/Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 01/25, No. 74
Release: December 20, 2024News Airbrushes: Infinity 2024 reviewPaints: Createx Reducer 4021, No-Name airbrush paintAccessories: SATAjet X 5500 Street Art, Deltec Masking Tape SensitiveDigital: Huion Kamvas Pro 19 (4K)Community: Kustom Kulture Blast Off 2024, KRYLA Aid ProjectStep by StepsSuper MarioVideo game portraitGerman artist Franziska Czeicke has painted the little plumber and video game hero Mario in airbrush mixed media on airbrush paper.Vampire GirlCreepy portraitThe vampire girl painted by Spanish artist Danny Ochoa offers many exciting challenges of a portrait on illustration board, combined with a certain creepy factor.Magical MacawFantastic bird illustrationThe Brazilian artist Neimar L. Duarte has painted a particularly magical and radiant macaw with candy colours.Woman in blue LatexSci-Fi portraitIran Caro from Venezuela loves fantasy and beautiful women. In his art, he likes to combine both motifs and has developed his very own style.InterviewsFrom caricature to airbrushingCesar Deferrari and his love of freehand techniqueFor the Argentinean artist Cesar Deferrari, the airbrush is like a crayon, which he prefers to use for freehand work and caricatures on T-shirts.Harder & Steenbeck 2.0: technology, family spirit and social networksA surprising tour of the 101-year-old airbrush manufacturerAfter a long period of restructuring, Harder & Steenbeck has returned to the airbrush community two years ago with new devices and a new communication strategy.MiscellaneousReader's galleryShopping guideImprint/Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 04/24, No. 73
Release: September 27, 2024 News Airbrush: Infinity 2024 Paints: Ammo Atom, Schmincke Aero-Color Whites, Herterich Products Accessories: Brother ScanNCut SDX1350 Plotter Books: Reference Book Flames & Fire Step by Steps Transformers on Ice Goalie Mask Design Every goalie wants to be a winner like Optimus Prime. The design created by Canadian Dave Fried was therefore the perfect choice for the goalie mask. Le Bron sneakers Sneaker designItalian artist Davide Salvadori wanted to create a real homage to the famous basketball player LeBron James with these custom design sneakers. From Chicano to Sugar Skull BikeMotorcycle design The work on the Harley Davidson Chicano Bike had many ups and downs for the Hagen airbrush artist Jürgen Grabowsky until the story finally found its happy ending after 3 years. Flanders Fields Symbolic helmet design The well-known English poem “In Flanders Fields” about the horrors of the First World War forms the basis for the helmet design by Czech artist Martin Černý. VW Beetle Comic T-shirt design The VW Beetle still has many fans around the world today. Argentinian airbrush artist Cesar Deferrari dedicates a comic-style T-design to the vehicle known in Argentina as the “Escara”. Interviews Goalie Art Ice hockey design from Canada by Dave Fried In the ice hockey nation of Canada, tattoo and airbrush artist Dave Fried even puts his tattoo job on hold when the demand for airbrush goalie masks booms. Sparmax International Airbrush Competition 2024 The winners The winners were chosen in 4 themed categories and a junior category in August. AIRBRUSH STEP BY STEP presents all the winners of the competition and their work. Miscellaneous Shopping Guide Imprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 03/24, No. 72
Release: June 28, 2024 NewsAirbrushes: Casubaris 360 Rotatable Acessories: Money Maker 2, NT Cutter Kirie Community: Airbrush T-shirt workshop with Argentinian artist Cesar DeferrariStep by StepsKingfisher Bird portrait The Spanish artist Idoia Urrutxurtu was keen to portray the beauty and diversity of feathers using transparent colors and numerous etching tools. Fruit salad with snake Intensely colored snake illustration This composition by Spanish artist José Luis Parada Caballero is ideal as a texture exercise for ambitious airbrush artists. José has also completely dispensed with masking in this work. The wolf Animal portrait The wolf portrait by Hungarian artist Géza Nagy has a striking painterly style, which he achieves through sharp black contrasts and softly scraped transitions. Cross spider Photorealistic creepy-crawlies German artist Marcus Brazel shows in detailed steps how this tiny cross spider was created using airbrush blending techniques on illustration board. Airbrush Art for Advertising Key visual design with airbrush Mexican artist Hugo Maciel has digitally processed his airbrushed snake design into an advertising key visual and used it on numerous media such as banners, T-shirts and stickers.MiscellaneousShopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 02/24, No. 71
Release: March 28, 2024 News Airbrushes: Ultra & Evolution CRplus 2024Accessories: Airbrush Creative Box 6 & 7Digital: XP Pen Artist Pro 16 (2-Gen)Community: Sparmax International Airbrush Competition 2024 Step by Steps CableFilm character portraitThe dramatic skin texture of the cyborg Cable from the film "Deadpool 2" was the decisive factor for German artist Benjamin Zikoll when choosing the portrait project. Back to the futureElectric bass designBrazilian Neimar Duarte has always been a big "Back to the Future" fan. He painted the bass guitar based on the original poster by illustrator Drew Struzan - but using only the airbrush technique. Spider-ManFantasy illustrationCroatian artist Dalibor Pejicic has portrayed the superhero in a rather quiet scene. The reduced elements and colors make the motif very suitable for airbrush beginners. ChichoGuitar hero portraitThe Spanish artist Rafael Padilla Ruiz portrays the late musician Juan Ramón Artero (Chicho), the "guitar hero" of the Spanish comedy rock band Mojinos Escocios. SauronPortrait on a saw bladeSerbian artist Igor Amidžić has brushed the famous tyrant from the "Lord of the Rings" saga in his spiky armor onto an equally sharp-edged saw blade. Miscellaneous Shopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 01/24, No. 70
Release: December 14, 2023 News Airbrushes: Ultra 2024Paints: Aquarylic Colors, NuWorlds Paints, Talens Pantone CollectionAccessories: Cricut Joy & JoyXtra, Reflex Gallery LineBooks: The Art of Anne Stokes, ASBS Reference BooksDigital: Wacom Cintiq Pro 17 and 22 Step by Steps Brain MeltAI-inspired illustrationArtificial intelligence forms the basis for this work by American artist Joshua A. Zarambo from his picture series "Mind-Melters". PyramidCosmic landscapeThe pyramid by Venezuelan artist Irán Caro is an ideal work for airbrush beginners, who will find many individual challenges in one artwork. Butterfly of the nightIllustration with pearl effectItalian artist Lorena Straffi has created this dreamlike yet enigmatic picture, which is also an ideal exercise for beginners, using transparent colors on a pearlescent background. Schmincke Owl 3D3D print paintingThe traditional Schmincke owl is also a model for 3D printing. Gerd Koch designed the 60 cm tall heraldic animal for its first appearance at the airbrush show in Grefrath. Mona Lisa Historic portraitAustralian artist Paul MacDonald has recreated Leonardo da Vinci's world-famous, over 500-year-old portrait of the Mona Lisa using an airbrush - with all the cracks and textures of the wooden panel. Interview Dream cars made in JapanPowerful illustration art by Akira WatanabeThe Japanese illustrator designs the packaging illustrations for model car manufacturer Tamiya, among other things, but is also at home in the world of car illustrations for Dunlop, Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, Ford & Co. Miscellaneous Shopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 04/23, No. 69
Release: September 29, 2023 News Airbrushes: Gaahleri Sets GHAC-98 and GHAD-39Equipment: No-name Cool Tooty compressorPaints: Amsterdam Acrylic Inks Accessories: Vsion AirMedia: Aerografia Step by Steps Ocean EyesEffect portraitMarissa Oosterlee's love of the sea and nature is as great as her passion for art. With "Ocean Eyes" Marissa shows a diverse mixed media of airbrush, watercolour and etching techniques. Tawny OwlAnimal IllustrationThe US artist David Nunez has created a design in Procreate from various references and painted it in grisaille technique with airbrush and brush on a gesso board. Sweet Van GoghCake designNew York-based patissier Alexey Ivanov has designed a Van Gogh 3D cake at the request of a client. Alexey explains not only the airbrushing process, but also the complete construction of his sugar work. The last unicorn Fantasy illustration A fairytale motif has been "conjured up" by New York artist Jeffrey Martinez : With only two colours, stencilling and freehand work, he created a monochrome fantasy illustration with a unicorn and a princess castle. Reports Compressors 101 Features, types, models, connection, maintenance The most important features, criteria, facts and tips about the air source compressor compiled and interview with the leading compressor manufacturer Sparmax. Interview Steam locomotives and jets Technical illustration by Brian Jones British illustrator Brian Jones specialises in technical illustrations for museums and industry. In this interview he gives us a brief insight into his work and his working methods. Miscellaneous Shopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 03/23, No. 68
Release: June 29, 2023 News Paints: Skrim WatercolorsAccessories: Cricut Explore 3, Da Vinci Eye, Brush RinserBooks: Muses, Cranial Concepts Vol. 2Community: The Fantasy World of Airbrush Step by Steps Smile!Joker portrait The key to the Joker's nasty and expressive smile are the deep shades, shiny dirty teeth, bright eyes and the play of colors created by Spanish artist María Sousa González. EmiliaCelebrity portraitIt seems that Colombian artist Edith Davila has impressively staged not only the radiant face of British actress Emilia Clarke, but also all her success and beauty. Pin-up queenGlamour portrait with rhinestonesSpanish artist José Luis Parada Caballero combines different materials to create the three-dimensional effect of glitter and glamour and a sensual, beautiful and somewhat extravagant portrait. Captain AmericaAvengers helmet designWith numerous fire and lightning elements as well as candy color effects, Czech artist Martin Cerny spices up the Avengers hero trio around Captain America and gives the helmet an impressive overall concept. BlondieRetro portrait on recordItalian artist Enrico Violante is painting the portrait of Debbie Harry, lead singer of the new wave band Blondie, onto a vinyl record. Interview Inspired by sun and water: Marissa Oosterlee's airbrush art in SpainLast year, well-known Dutch photorealism artist Marissa Oosterlee moved from the Netherlands to Spain. She told us in an interview how she lives and works there. HR Giger in candy look2008 Dodge Challenger design by Robert GanczarskiThe art of HR Giger is actually not known for bright colors. However, Polish artist Robert Ganczarski proves that this works well with his impressive Candy colors automotive painting interpretation. Miscellaneous Shopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 02/23, No. 67
Release: March 30, 2023 News Airbrushes: Giraldez Infinity, Iwata HP-TH2Paints: Drop & PaintBooks: The Fantastic Worlds of Frank Frazetta XXLDigital: Gaomon PD 1610Community: 2nd International Airbrush Seminar, SEMA 2022 Step by Steps ArisingAirbrush on ground metalMexican-American artist Gerald Mendez shows a magical phoenix. He first ground the motif into an aluminum plate, which he then enhanced with candy colors, highlights and textures. Breakfast with meerkatDecorating a cutting boardTanya Bentham from Hanover, Germany, airbrushed an observant meerkat onto the birch wood board using brush and etching techniques. Frog on the toiletToilet lid designIn his artwork, Berlin artist René Becht has placed the tropical red-eyed tree frog "species-appropriate" in a warm and humid environment: On a toilet lid in the bathroom at home. Relic GuitarGuitar AgingWhy make an instrument older than it is? Dutch artist Erik Velthuis asked himself the same question before transforming a brand-new Fender jazz bass guitar into a rocked-out relic from 1965. Interview / Making-Of Sandi and JW Baker's Wildlife Business.Nature, art and internet as a business modelSandi and JW Baker from North Carolina, USA, love nature and wildlife. Together, they make a living by selling their artwork in all forms and channels. In this interview, they provide insights into their art and their everyday business. The Airbrush Company: 75 years of Airbrush HistoryDid you know that the popular UK airbrush supply store The Airbrush Company actually didn’t start as a distributor , but being an airbrush manufacturer? Marketing Manager Lisa Munro is giving us an insight into today’s company as well as its history. Miscellaneous Shopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 01/23, No. 66
Release: December 15, 2022 News Airbrushes: Casubaris Airbrush Set, Worx MakerXPaints: Vallejo New Game Colors, Herterich Top Clear 3 in 1Accessories: 3D printed airbrush holder, 3D printed triggerBooks: Airbrushing 102Digital: UGEE Step by Steps HoneycombAnimal illustrationIn addition to the bee, the coloring and structure of honeycombs, as well as the relationship between sharp and blurred areas, provide artistic challenges that Austrian artist Melina Wuggonig successfully masters.MushyFantasy illustrationMarque Terrynamahr Strickland sends little girl Mushy on a journey of discovery into imaginative flora and fauna. Marque uses the airbrush to create soft gradients and base textures, combining them with pencils, markers and brushes.CherriesFood illustrationItalian artist Enrico Violante finds cherries not only tasty but also visually interesting, and created a detailed illustration based on a photo template. Fifty Shades of GreyErotic portraitThe image is undoubtedly reminiscent of the erotic bestseller of the same name - but the shiny leather corset fits just as well into the motto of Paul Butvila's motif series "Gotta Wear Shades". Interview Lost treasuresA body painting project by Peter and Petra TronserIn September 2020, under the direction of the artist couple Peter and Petra Tronser, an unprecedented bodypainting shoot took place underwater, in the open sea, at a depth of up to 30 meters in Cyprus. Ghostbusters AfterlifeDaniel Power's Ghostbusters Fan ArtAustralian airbrush artist Daniel Power is an absolute movie fan and expert. When the sequel to the popular Ghostbusters movies hit theaters in 2021 with "Ghostbusters Legacy," Daniel designed a fan art poster and marketed it through a Kickstarter campaign. Sparmax: From the spray can to airbrush technologyBehind the scenes of the Taiwanese airbrush and compressor manufacturer Taiwanese brand Sparmax is known for affordable airbrush equipment and compressors. In this interview, company president Chia-Chi Chen provides insight into the company's history and focus. Miscellaneous Shopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 04/22, No. 65
Release: September 29, 2022 News Airbrushes: News from Harder & SteenbeckPaints: Airbrush India Inks Stardust Colors Car-Rep Accessories: Ampersand scratchboard toolkitDigital: Huion Kamvas Pro24 (4K), UGEE U1600Community: 20 years anniversary of Airbrush Services Almere, The winners of Sparmax Airbrush Contest 2022 Step by Steps JannetSci-Fi IllustrationThe sci-fi theme and neon lighting inspired Berlin-based artist Sebastian Arenas to create this artwork, which he first worked out in shades of grey and then set glowing effects with candy colours. The Captured WomanFantasy PortraitWith her work, Spanish artist Luz de la Calle wants to raise awareness of the fact that there are many people who are constantly restricted by health problems and need our help. Geralt of RivaFantasy IllustrationAlso known as Australian artist John Seaton has captured a scene from the famous novels, computer games and Netflix serie “The Witcher". The MummyMummy PortraitSpanish artist José Guerrero Hueso created the mummy portrait by freehand and full of light effects on a black Dibond panel. Interview Superheroes in Mixed MediaThe Art of Kevin WoodThe American Kevin Wood creates collector's items and licensed artworks featuring the world's most popular characters in airbrush and digital mixed media on behalf of Warner Bros. and DC Comics. Feminine Horror ArtJessie Maderas career from necessity to the big deals American artist Jessie Madera talks about her painting techniques, her world of art and how art was the only way for her to earn a living in hard times. Miscellaneous Readers‘ GalleryShopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 03/22, No. 64
Release: June 30, 2022 News Paints: AlphanamelAccessories: daVinci dry brush, Graphtec plotter, Foxtail Set, Art Board reviewBooks: The Art of Star WarsDigital: Huion Kamvas Pro 16 (2.5K) Step by Steps The BeeAnimal illustrationHowever large the little bee appears in this artwork - the British artist Tony Dee has painted it rather small. Nevertheless, he has devoted himself to the many hairs and textures of the small living creature with great attention to detail. Black JumboAnimal illustrationA proud pachyderm animal, almost monochrome on a black background: Frenchman Xavier Gentilleau has created a soothingly beautiful work of art with this animal portrait. IraqiPortraitAn old, grainy photograph taken by his brother Riccardo in Iraq inspired Italian artist Mario Romani to create this natural and melancholy portrait of an old Iraqi man. Your Glance is My Glance PortraitThis work of Colombian artist Adriano Ayerbe is very special for him: the portrait shows his daughter Pam with her "dog daughter" Lana. Especially the expression of the eyes of human and dog was of great importance to Adriano in this work. Robbie WilliamsPortrait on helmetFinnish airbrush artist Jussi Säteri has painted the British pop star Robbie Williams on a helmet. On a black background, he first created a negative black and white image and then colored the underpainting. Pablo PicassoB/W portraitPablo Picasso is one of the favorite artists of Australian-based artist Joseph Gonzalez. Using a simple mono airbrush technique, he is painting his idol for his personal home gallery. Ukrainian ButterfliesAcrylic decorationThe proceeds from the sale of the yellow-blue acrylic butterflies are donated by US-based Iryna Bershadska to help her compatriots in Ukraine. Interview Midwest AirbrushA company from the hometown of airbrushing Talking with Sol Bovey about his airbrush supply store located in Chicago, USA. Miscellaneous Readers‘ Gallery: Airbrush Art for Peace Ukraine SpecialShopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 02/22, No. 63
Release: March 31, 2022 News Airbrushes: Air CobraPaints: Createx’ new paints, Liquid Kicks Topcoats, Zero Paints, AK Intense / Neon ColorsAccessories: Dru Blair Biomechanical SetsDigital: Xencelabs pen tablet, Elegoo JupiterCommunity: Orbituary Terry Hill, Eddie Harris Step by Steps The Lord of the RingsHelmet DesignDespite the small space and round shape, Californian artist Byron Lawrence has depicted a total of 9 characters and symbols from the famous movie trilogy on one helmet. The JokerPortraitIn large format, with tight details and rough outline, Filipino artist Midas Bayle Villanueva has impressively captured the vicious character of Batman's antagonist. Terminator T-800Cyborg portraitSpanish artist Angus Alcantara has photorealistically brought the metallic cyborg to canvas with detailed chrome and metal effects. Hogwarts3D model paintingSpanish artist Alicia Rios Cueva 3D-printed a model of the famous School of Witchcraft from the Harry Potter saga and then painted it amazingly realistic with the airbrush. Interview Carnaval de Negros y BlancosThe quixotic art of William FlorezYoung airbrush artist William Florez creates the characteristic colorful sculptures and floats of Colombia's famous Carnaval de Negros y Blancos. Ice cold airbrush businessTomáš Kolajta's ice hockey masksCzech Tomáš Kolajta paints ice hockey masks and helmets for players in his hockey-loving home country - from amateurs to international professionals. Crusader of RealismThe art of Ivan Loperena (Ivanhoe)Ivan Loperena from Mexico is an artist, graphic designer and photographer. Unusual moments and perspectives as well as perfect image balance distinguish his black and white illustrations. “Best products. Shipped fast.”Talking to Artem Revunov from SprayGunner One of the youngest airbrush supply businesses in the US is SprayGunner. In 2020, owner Artem Revunov started a unique promotion tour through 43 states spreading the word about airbrushing throughout the country. Miscellaneous Readers‘ GalleryShopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 01/22, No. 62
Release: December 16, 2021 News Airbrushes: Iwata Takumi, Ribo Airbrush Kit TM-80S, ArkhitectAccessories: VsionAirCommunity: Gambody Airbrushed 3D Prints Contest 2021 Step by Steps SolitudeBike PortraitSteve Gibson tells the story of his painting "Solitude," which he painted in grisaille technique during the Corona Pandemic. The custom Shovelhead bike is a tribute to legendary motorcycle builder "Indian Larry." Billy EilishCrazy portrait on skim boardAs colorful and crazy as Billie Eilish herself, is also her portrait design on the skim board, created by Spanish artist Arturo Verano with comic elements and bright colors. Tiger ShirtAnimal portrait on black t-shirtArgentinian airbrush and t-shirt artist Cesar Deferrari designed a great and simple brightening effect for the background of his tiger portrait on black t-shirt. Aurora borealisNordic landscapesThe beauties of her native country Norway play a recurring role in Aiste Nau's work, especially the breathtaking wonder of the aurora borealis. Interview Zippo by MazziThe lighter art of Claudio MazziZippo brand lighters have been popular and sometimes high-end collectibles for decades - even more so when they feature a unique work of art by Claudio Mazzi. Orlando Airbrush BusinessPat Gaines' T-shirt empire between Disney, beach and supermarketFor over 40 years, American airbrush artist and businessman Pat Gaines has operated the most successful airbrush stores in the world and has been a teacher, role model and career starter for many other airbrush artists. Miscellaneous Readers‘ GalleryShopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 04/21, No. 61
Release: September 30, 2021 News Airbrushes: Iwata Takumi Paints: Cyberpunk RedAccessories: Trigger Happy Needle Cap Keeper, Airbrush Purification Cup, Medea electric eraser, Silhouette Cameo, Cricut MakerBooks: Airbrushing 101, Here There be Dragons Europe EditionDigital: Xencelabs pen tablet medium bundle Step by StepsRed dragonFrom concept sketch to dragon illustration Canadian-based artist Rodrick Fuchs is not only a top-notch airbrush artist, but more importantly, he is blessed with a unique talent for drawing. Who can draw a dragon by heart.... VenomAlien illustration on T-shirtAmerican airbrush artist Cozmo Colon has created a fan shirt based on the Venom movie poster. Dark CreatureHorror artwork in grisaille techniqueThe realistic-looking illustration was designed by US artist Jessie Madera, compiled from various templates on the computer and then implemented in grisaille technique. MermaidFantasy portraitBased on a conventional portrait photo, Spanish artist Juanjo Baron has given his model something magical and mysterious. Daryl DixonPhotorealistic actor portraitA fan of "The Walking Dead" actor Norman Reedus, Indonesian artist Ardy Marjohan took on the challenges of dirty-looking skin tones and highly defined skin textures. Interview Inspired by the RenaissanceThe Fantasy Art of Ed Beard Jr.Ed Beard Jr. has been making fantasy art and illustrations for over 40 years - on just about any surface and for over 1,000 products that have been published featuring his work. Captive creationsThe somewhat different artist life of Michael WoodMichael Wood from Texas has been in prison since 2006. But it's thanks to his incarceration that he's been able to airbrush, make art his profession, and even offer commissioned work. Miscellaneous Readers‘ GalleryShopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 03/21, No. 60
Release: June 24, 2021 News Airbrushes: Richpen MOJO+ Paints: Createx Wicked Paints, Liquid Charcoal by SchminckeAccessories: Trigger Happy Eclipse Head Wrench, Edge Master, Blair Skin 5 Stencil, Da Vinci 3D Brush SetsDigital: Huion Kamvas Pro 24, Gnomon Workshop Step by Steps Walking in the lightBird illustration with Color Buffer methodItalian artist Silvia Belviso has put a great egret on canvas with soft colors. Red FoxAnimal design for VW CaddyBelgian artist Maïthé Delaunoy works 100% with airbrush - no erasing, no brush, hardly any masking. DreamEnchanting horse portraitPolish artist Elzbieta Osinska's horse portrait is based on a pouring oil mixing technique with texture effects. Fire BreatherFiery bear illustrationAmerican Daniel Sullivan uses the techniques of well-known "True Fire" artist Mike Lavallee for the flames. Lava BikeKing Kong motorcycle Czech custom painter Lubos Pirek creates King Kong chained to a glowing Suzuki logo among hot lava and bursting rock. Series Drawing for Airbrush Artists 101Part 3: Eagles and feathersBeing able to depict an eagle without a template, is especially helpful with automotive painting assignments featuring this very popular design. Interview Ego ArtThe T-shirt success story of Mark Rush Inspired by Ed "Big Daddy" Roth, Mark Rush started selling airbrush T-shirts in high school. Today, he runs several airbrush T-shirt stores in Florida under the name "Big Airbrush." I packed my bag...Painted hand luggage suitcases by Philipp KlopfensteinSwiss artist Philipp Klopfenstein is airbrushing comics and realistic animal illustrations onto pieces of luggage that are sure to avoid confusion at the airport. Miscellaneous Readers‘ GalleryShopping GuideImprint / Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 02/21, No. 59
Release: March 25, 2021 News Airbrushes: Richpen Mojo+, Paasche Vision TGX-2F, MENG MTS 030 Yu Heng Accessories: Green Mask, The Money Maker, Happy TriggerBooks: Hawaii Made – The Art of Dennis Mathewson, Here There be Dragons & Cranial Concepts by Rodrick FuchsDigital: Gaomon M106K Pro, Huion Kamvas Pro 22Community: Gambody’s Airbrushed 3D prints Contest Step by Steps PrinshirFantasy illustration in mixed mediaMarque Terry Strickland's motifs in mixed media originate from the fantasy worlds of his novels and stories. CARNAL, the AlienT-shirt designYou can't miss this alien t-shirt by Iran Caro - it stares right in your face. Fineline Graphics Working with fineline tapesMarcus Eisenhuth uses fineline tapes to simplify his work and add extra value to it. Interview From astronomy to portraitureThe Art of Andrew StuartU.S. astronomer Carl Sagan brought Andrew Stuart to his space and fantasy subjects and to airbrushing. Hawaii MadeThe creation of a very special work of artIn this interview, Dennis Mathewson talks about his adventurous journey to create his own illustrated book. Series Drawing for Airbrush Artists 101Part 2: SkullsBas Maatjes shows you how to establish the most common motif used among airbrush artists: Skulls. Miscellaneous Readers’ GalleryShopping GuideImprint/Preview
Airbrush Step by Step Magazine 01/21, No. 58
Release: December 17, 2020. Step by Steps LionfishIllustration on woodThe Colombian artist Thomas Florez creates a decorative piece in the tradition of brush painting in Florida. With the airbrush he was able to add even more details to it. Bonnie & ClydeHelmet DesignAfter much deliberation and searching for a suitable and unusual helmet design, the German artist André Meckel came across the two most wanted gangsters of the 1930s - Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. Danny deVitoPortraitAs you can see in the sympathetic portrait of the Spanish artist Manu Rodriguez, the charismatic actor Danny DeVito has still not lost his hearty laugh even at the age of 75. ScreamingPortrait"The current corona hysteria just makes me scream. And since I don't look so good in photos, I'd rather take one from my shootings," says German artist Ralph-Torsten Kolmer about his portrait motif. Interview Made in PhilippinesInterview with Judas IkalawaMidas Bayle Villanueva II aka "Judas Ikalawa" is one of the few artists in the Philippines who can make a living with airbrush art. Series Drawing for Airbrush Artists 101 (Part 1)In order to develop your own artwork ideas and motifs, it is very important even for an airbrush artist to master the basic knowledge of drawing. Dutch artist Bas Maatjes is introducing you to basic techniques that are needed to put your own fantasies on paper. Classics Airbrush News3 new airbrush devices to check out Readers‘ galleryPortraits on the rise Scene / EventsAirbrush Artist Day 2020 Shopping GuideFor your After-Christmas Shopping tour PreviewAliens & Graphics
Airbrush Step by Step annual set 2020 (4 issues, English)
All four issues of the year 2020 in English language for a special price! ASBS 01/20 ASBS 02/20 ASBS 03/20 ASBS 04/20 For more information on the content of the single issues, please see images.
Airbrush Step by Step annual set 2021 (4 issues, English)
All four issues of the year 2021 in English language for a special price! ASBS 01/21 ASBS 02/21 ASBS 03/21 ASBS 04/21 For more information on the content of the single issues, please see images.