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So, you’re looking for the best brush for painting minis? Ever feel like you’re one split hair away from tossing your model across the room? I’ve been there. Here’s a pro tip: No brush makes the painter. Thousands of hours with the tools you already own bring you there. In this article, I share my […]
Top 10 Best Brushes for Painting Miniatures (My Top Picks) Read More »
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
Are Winsor & Newton Series 7 Brushes Worth It for Miniature Painting? Read More »
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,
Retributor Armour: Best Gold Metallic Paint? [Review] Read More »
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
How to Paint a Glowing Lightning Effect (OSL Practice Drill for Miniatures) Read More »
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
Custom Dice Trays for Tabletop Gamers (10 Unique Finds) Read More »
Miniature painting, a niche yet captivating hobby, requires precision, patience, and the right set of tools. Among these, a simple yet often overlooked accessory is the paint water cup. While any cup or mug can serve the basic purpose, specialized tools like the Citadel Water Pot offer unique benefits. In this article, I show you
Using the Citadel Water Pot (Overview) Read More »
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
How Monetizing My Hobby Quietly Took the Joy Out of It Read More »
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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Are you looking to take great pictures of your miniatures? After you’re done painting your miniatures, you may want to take photos of them in various locations. Professional photos always tell a story or evoke an emotion. With miniature photography, you have an excellent way to document your work, tell a narrative, and share what
Simple Camera Guide for Miniature Photography (7 Easy Tips) Read More »
What are the best gap fillers for miniatures and models? Miniature and model assembly is fun. Scratch builders love making things from…well, scratch. Filling gaps is an important step in preparing your models for primer and paint. Gap fillers are useful for whether you are assembling plastic model kits for Warhammer 40k or Age of
Top 12 Gap Fillers for Miniatures (What Works and When) Read More »
When it comes to painting miniatures, color theory is one of those things that a lot of people seem to think is necessary. However, in reality, you don’t need it. Sure, it can be helpful in some ways, but it’s not absolutely essential. In this article, I write as a working artist who doesn’t rely
Why You Don’t Need Color Theory (Editorial) Read More »
The Citadel Water Pot is an attractive hobby product, which I noticed at my local game store (LGS). On a whim, I bought it because of the unique aesthetic that caught my eye. For the water pot’s price, I thought it was a tad expensive. But, after using the water pot in multiple projects, I am
Citadel Water Pot Review: Good Buy or Not? Read More »
Ever spent an hour perfecting the light reflection on a single gemstone? Or repainting a shoulder pad three times because the edge highlight didn’t “feel right”? If that’s you, you’re not alone—and more importantly, that level of focus reflects something meaningful about how your brain engages with creative work. It reveals a capacity for depth,
Ever notice how some days you can paint for hours, totally locked in—while other times, you can’t focus for more than ten minutes? Your lighting might be the reason. A good lighting setup in your hobby space doesn’t just help you see better. It can actually boost your motivation, sharpen your focus, and help you
Struggling to Stay Focused While Painting? Fix Your Lighting Read More »
Do you enjoy playing tabletop wargames? I have a personal take on why I love playing these miniature battles. One of the goals of this site is to help the community grow. A challenge, of course, is that not everyone understands why people like playing tabletop wargames. So, in the following article, I’ll attempt to
Why I Enjoy Tabletop Miniature Wargaming (Editorial) Read More »