The Airbrush Company presents an Airbrushing for Railway Modellers training course with George Dent.
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George Dent has been an active modeller for over 30 years and is the resident model-maker and Deputy Editor at Model Rail magazine. As well as working for one of Britain's best-selling hobby magazines, George has also published a number of widely acclaimed books and instructional DVDs on various aspects of railway modelling, including airbrushing.
On this course, you will learn the most fundamental airbrushing techniques, as well as mastering the art of mixing and thinning paints. George will pass on many invaluable hints and tips, helping you to create superior painted finishes and realise the full potential of the airbrush.
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This course is suitable for beginners and those wanting to advance their existing airbrushing ability. George will also offer his advice on choosing the best airbrushes, compressors and equipment to suit your own needs.
This is your opportunity to learn how to achieve the perfect finish with an airbrush.
The training room is fully equipped with the highest quality equipment available on the market - Iwata airbrushes and compressors.
If this date is not suitable, please contact us to register your interest in the next course.
Dates: Tuesday 10th March 2026
Times:10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Duration: 1 day (7 hours)
Tutor: George Dent
Class size: 6 students maximum (view our Training Room)
Location: The Airbrush Company Ltd, Marlborough Road, Lancing Business Park, Lancing, West Sussex BN15 8UF. (How to Find Us).
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This course is immediately followed by George's one-day Weathering Techniques for Model Railway Rolling Stock course and then his one-day Weathering Techniques for Model Railway Locomotives course. Both of these courses are optional to book (providing there are still places).
Course content:
- How airbrushes work
- Paint thinning
- Surface preparation
- Working with acrylics and enamels, plus primers and clear coats
- Creating an even finish
- Masking
- Airbrush cleaning and maintenance
What is provided:
- Students will be supplied with an airbrush, equipment and paint for the duration of the course
- Students will have the opportunity to buy airbrush equipment and paint on the day
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- Some scrap models will be provided for students to practice basic techniques, but students are required to provide a few models themselves (see below for details)
- Tea, coffee and biscuits will be served during the course
You will also need:
- Models to work on – To obtain the best experience from this course, George recommends you bring at least 3 or 4 scrap models for practicing on, preferably cleaned and dismantled ready for painting.
- Spare locomotive or rolling stock bodies are particularly recommended. For large-scale modellers ('O' gauge and above), please don’t bring anything too big, as there will be limited workspace - a wagon or small loco body will be ideal.
- You may email George on dentmodelmaker@yahoo.co.uk to check on suitability of your models in advance.
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- Accommodation - A list of local hotels and B&Bs will be sent with your booking confirmation.
- Lunch - Please bring a packed lunch.
Please read our Terms and Conditions regarding course cancellations and postponements. A printed copy of these terms will be sent with your booking confirmation.
Please read our Course Covid Policy to see answers to frequently asked questions about how we have made our training courses COVID-19 safe.
