| Have a look at some of the models in the gallery, there are a few motorbikes in mine and I always use dry brushing on them.
As a general rule you should always think of a darker wash as this is developing the shadows and a lighter dry brushing as this is picking out highlights. Be carefull though not to use too big a differrence in the base colour and the dry brush colour as it will look odd. The idea is a subtle blend that will enhance the highlights without it being obviously done. For something like a bike engine I would use a metallic grey or gunmetal for the casinmgs and then dry brush with the same paint but with a small amount of silver added. If you use neat silver it will look too obvious.
Similarly if it is a painted object I would try to use the same colour as the base but with a spot of a lighter colour added for the dry brushing. Always have loads of tissue or kitchen roll handy and practise on scrap before committing. It is far better to start off with too little paint than too much and build up a bit of confidence.
I actually really enjoy dry brushing as you can see your model come to life before your eyes!
The two pictures are not the best examples but they have both been dry brushed around the engines.
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