How airbrushes work is a comprehensive of airbrush, use, maintenance and repair. Too many first-time airbrush users experiencing problems because they don't know how to clean and maintain the airbrush. Whether the airbrush is from Japan, Germany or the US the tools and techniques needed for disassembly and cleaning are listed here in detail., Common repairs are covered as well. Anyone who's ever wondered how do you straighten a bent needle. Or clean a sticky air valve, needs this book.

Each airbrush discussed is equipped what's the range of adjustments and author Stephen Leahy explain to everyone. From needle seat tension to paint flow control, individual adjustments are explained in detail, with reference to the different airbrush brands.

The best airbrush in the world isn't any good without a source or air. Stephen discusses different compressor types and the advantage or disadvantages of each. Is a diaphragm compressor better than piston style compressor? How are these types maintained? Read this book and find out.

Though the book is designed to help airbrush users repair and maintain their airbrushes, Steven uses two chapters to explain airbrush painting basics. From types of paint to trigger control, Stephen provides a wealth of information. From the first page of the last, this is a book designed to help novice and more experienced airbrush artists.