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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.

Join the Speed Painting Club: Best Practice and Exercise

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The HABIT of speed painting minimizes overthinking and helps maintain a natural, dynamic look. The miniatures usually require fewer touch-ups when painted quickly. Slowing down often invites unnecessary fussing, which can detract from the overall effect. Ultimately, I often find that faster painting results in better miniatures. In this overview, I focus on sharing things […]

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Facing The Creative Paradox: Uncertainty and Confidence in Art

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The blank canvas, the empty page is both horrifying and thrilling. So much emptiness demands we fill it. Yet, whether you’re a seasoned creative—the professional—or someone who enjoys casual doodling, the path is often marked by self-doubt and the relentless quest for perfection. In this post, I felt the need to explore the common challenges

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3D Printing Organic Shapes: Technology, Capabilities, and Overview

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3D printing is a disruptive technology that has completely redrawn the product manufacturing, art, and creative landscape. Even the medical industry has assimilated 3D printing, e.g., dentistry, prosthetics, surgical settings. Moreover, until a few years ago, the 3D printing of organic objects—which are characterized by their natural, flowing forms and complex geometries—has present a unique

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Speed Painting Miniatures Without an Airbrush: A Quick Guide

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Speed painting miniatures can be a rewarding way to quickly enhance your tabletop gaming experience. In this tutorial, I’ll demonstrate how to paint a Fane Knight Cavalry model from Privateer Press without an airbrush. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced painter, I hope these tips will help you achieve the results you’re looking for

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Why Focus Stacking can Help Your Miniature Photography

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Today’s camera technology in smartphones, DSLRs, or mirrorless compact cameras, has made it possible for anyone to take a picture at a moment’s notice. But, miniature photography brings unique technical challenges. If your photos are out-of-focus, blurry, and you’ve tried all the other tricks, then maybe the process of focus-stacking multiple images will help! In

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How To “Focus-Stack”: 13 Steps to Improve Your Miniature Photos

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For miniature painters who want to share their work, or gamers that want to record their battle reports, capturing sharp and clear images is pretty important. The best way to take miniature photos is to keep your entire model sharp. You can also use a technique called “Focus-Stacking” to help you post-process your images to

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Masterson Sta-Wet Palette for Miniature Painting (Review)

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Are you looking for review of the Masterson Sta Wet Palette? The Masterson Sta Wet Palette is the popular starter wet palette for many hobbyists because it is budget friendly, works reliably, and available at almost any local store. In this article, I share my experience as a miniature painter using the Masterson Sta Wet

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BenQ IdeaCam S1 Pro: A Live Demo Webcam for Hobby and Work (Review)

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This is a review of the BenQ ideaCam S1 Pro, a full featured WebCam designed for teleconferencing and other video recording application. In this day and age of remote conferencing a good camera can make the difference between a good and a mediocre impression. Of course, as a miniature painter and hobbies, who makes content both

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Air Compressors for Airbrushing Miniatures (Quick Info Guide)

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As a commissioned miniature painter, I use several airbrushes to complete my projects, efficiently. However, the linchpin of any airbrush is the air compressor, which drives the air flow you need to spray your paint onto your models. In this guide, I go over the basics of air compressors that you’ll likely want to know

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Finding The Way Through the Maze: Keeping Momentum in Miniature Painting Projects

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Have you ever lost your way in a miniature painting project, unsure of what color or method to use to finish the job? This often happens when I start a new project or when you’re trying out a new technique. It’s emotionally taxing and drains you of motivation if you don’t have the right attitude.

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Lessons from 20,000 Steps: The Impact of Comfort in Miniature Painting

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Imagine walking through the enchanting lanes of Disneyland, each step unlocking a new realm of fantasy and adventure. Now, picture a small lump in your shoe, barely noticeable at first but growing into an unbearable discomfort as the day progresses. This was my reality during a visit to Disneyland, where I walked more than 20,000

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Embracing Imperfection: A Guide to Overcoming Perfectionism in Miniature Painting

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Have you ever sat down at your painting desk, miniature figure in hand, and felt a wave of intimidation wash over you? You’re not alone. Many of us in the miniature painting community grapple with the drive for perfection, a drive that can sometimes hinder our creativity more than it helps. In this article, I

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