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I'm Andrew, a full-time dad with a parallel life as a neuroscientist. When I'm not delving into the complexities of the brain, I'm immersed in the intricate worlds of miniature painting, hobbies, and tabletop gaming. As the Owner and Editor-in-Chief of Tangible Day, I am responsible for authoring a significant portion of our content, supervising our freelance and guest editors, as well as overseeing site operations.

Why the StarCraft Miniatures Game Is Exciting for Painters and Tabletop Gamers

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Promotional banner for the StarCraft Tabletop Miniatures Game featuring Terran, Zerg, and Protoss artwork with a bold title announcing the upcoming game.

I grew up playing the original StarCraft until my computer fans screamed for mercy. Long nights on Battle.net, LAN parties packed with half-empty Dorito bags, too much soda, and custom-map tournaments where I was convinced my APM (actions per minute) was essential to glory (I used to “practice” improving my “micro”). When I heard a […]

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The 10-Minute ADHD Mini Painting Routine

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ADHD-friendly miniature painting strategy showing a 10-minute focus routine for artists to improve attention, reduce overwhelm, and stay productive while painting miniatures

Painting miniatures with ADHD is like trying to write a school essay and you weren’t listening. Wait, what was that? The paint brush doesn’t move, and you’re thinking about the dirty-dishes; your mind races from thing-to-thing. Mind racer? It could be something or another, maybe not even the “80-HD” as my kids call it. Here’s

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The Leuchtturm 1917 Drehgriffel Nr. 1 Pen Review (My Favorite Everyday Pen)

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Ever pick up a pen and feel like it belongs in your creative space, not just in your pocket? That’s how I felt when I first started using the Leuchtturm1917 Drehgriffel Nr. 1. It’s a pen with heritage roots, modern reliability, and a design that makes even the most ordinary notes feel intentional. If you’re

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Halloween Vibes with Miniature Hobby Finds on Etsy

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Are you looking for miniature hobby stuff for Halloween? Is a bit of horror, mystery, or spooky-boo, your thing? Maybe this post will give you some ideas! Etsy is a treasure trove for unique, custom made finds that you may not find anywhere else. From Halloween-themed DnD accessories to eerie terrain pieces and creepy miniatures,

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Choosing the Best Brush for Painting Miniatures (Full Guide)

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Feature banner image for the paint brush guide for miniatures and models - brushes and tabletop gaming miniature model displayed

What’s the best brush for painting miniatures? Paint brushes are an essential tool for miniature painting. The most popular and useful brushes for miniature painters are a pointed round kolinsky sable size #1 or #2 brushes. These paint brushes have a bristle length of about 8-12mm and a belly diameter of 1.5-2mm. A pointed round

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Transon Miniature Painting Drybrush Set: First Look, Expectations, and Testing Plan

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Transon miniature and model drybrush lineup—five domed drybrush sizes with matching detail brushes

Ever spend an evening chasing highlights with a tired brush? Drybrushing brings textures to life fast, yet the wrong tool frays, sheds, and ruins details. I’m always on the lookout for cool toys to experiment with in the miniature hobby sphere; these brushes look super affordable right now and have, in my view, the ideal

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Are Winsor & Newton Series 7 Brushes Worth It for Miniature Painting?

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Winsor & Newton Series 7 Painting Experience Review - Black brush with fine sable bristles on a dark workspace.

Have you ever wondered if investing in a high-end paintbrush could actually improve your miniature painting? I asked myself the same question when I first bought the Winsor & Newton Series 7 Kolinsky Sable size 1 brush. It’s legendary among miniature painters for its precision and performance, but at over $20 a brush, I had

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Retributor Armour: Best Gold Metallic Paint? [Review]

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Best metallic gold paint for miniatures and models. Citadel Retributor Armour metallic base paint

Are you looking for the best metallic gold paint for your miniature and modeling needs? Retributor Armour metallic paint as a base color in the pot is awesome. On the other hand, operate the spray version with caution (it’s not worth it in my opinion). For miniature painting that require a warm gold metallic paint,

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How to Paint a Glowing Lightning Effect (OSL Practice Drill for Miniatures)

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Ever want a miniature sword to look like it’s glowing with energy? A lightsaber or lightning power sword of some sort, perhaps. Or maybe you want understand how to paint an object glow effects but don’t know where to start. This practice drill teaches you the object source lighting (OSL) technique on a flat surface

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Custom Dice Trays for Tabletop Gamers (10 Unique Finds)

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Are you looking for a custom dice tray? A custom dice box or tray turns your experience of an ordinary board game or RPG session into something new. In this article, I show you 10 great examples of custom dice trays for tabletop gaming. Whether you’re playing an RPG, miniature wargames or board games, like

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How Monetizing My Hobby Quietly Took the Joy Out of It

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Close-up of a man assembling a model airplane, with bold text overlay that says “Reasons Monetizing a Hobby Is Bad” and a large red X graphic in the corner.

Ever feel like every hobby you enjoy eventually turns into a job? You pick up a brush, a camera, or a open your sketchbook just to unwind, and before long someone’s asking, “You should sell that.” It’s flattering. Maybe even exciting. But I’ve learned—sometimes the hard way—that turning your hobby into a money-making side hustle

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Top 10 Best Magnetic Miniature Army Transport Cases

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Graphic banner showing trays of painted miniatures in a magnetic display case with text “Top 10 Magnetic Miniature Cases”

Magnetic carry cases make taking your miniatures and models a “snap”. You literally plug your models into the case and go. Over the years, magnetic carrying cases have become more popular because of their simplicity and ease-of-use. No hassling with pluck foam, prickly bits getting stuck (and breaking), and oddly-shaped models not fitting into your

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