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Published editorials with think-piece articles that express opinions related to the miniature painting hobby, wargaming, model building, and tabletop games. The opinions expressed in these articles are those of their individual writers.
A lot has been said about the relationship between science and art. Some people believe that they are two completely separate entities, while others think that they work together to create a deeper understanding of the world around us. I happen to fall into the latter category, and I believe that both science and art […]
Empathy: Why Science and Art Must Go Together (Editorial) Read More »
What does Grimdark mean to you? Is it a genre of art, visual style, or something else entirely? Players and painters tossed around the term a lot in the miniature painting community. What does Grimdark describe in regards to miniatures painted for Warhammer 40k or other tabletop games, like Dungeons and Dragons? What are some
What is Grimdark? Miniature Painting Dark Fantasy and Reality Read More »
Grit is a quality that is essential for any miniature painter. It’s what allows us to keep going when we’re painting something and it doesn’t look right, or when we’ve been working on the same miniature for hours and it’s still not done. It’s what helps us to learn from our mistakes and to keep
How Grit Helps With Miniature Painting: Are You Gritty? Read More »
Do you find yourself unhappy with your miniature painting? There are many reasons you may not be satisfied with your paintings. Maybe you’re unhappy with how the colors turned out, or thinking you used the wrong paint scheme. It could be that they made a mistake and now their piece couldn’t be used for its
Unhappy or Frustrated With Miniature Painting? How to Be More Satisfied Read More »
I love painting miniatures. But, in an effort to see from a different perspective, I searched everywhere online to understand why so many people hate this part of the miniature hobby. In this article, we explore ten reasons why people may hate miniature painting. Some of these reasons may surprise you. 10 Reasons People Hate
Do You Hate Painting Miniatures? 10 Surprising Reasons Read More »
Are you running out of space for storing your hobby paints? As your hobby needs expands, so does your paint collection. At some point, if you’re like me, you’ll have bottles from every maker, e.g., Vallejo, Army Painter, Citadel, and more. Most modular hobby paint racks sit on your painting desk. But, that’s precious real
Best Wall Mounted Paint Rack: Plydolex Review Read More »
Painting miniatures is a sedentary hobby where you don’t exert a lot of physical energy. I’ve wondered whether the activity that we spend hours doing is unhealthy. Miniature painting is not exercise. Sure it’s great fun but the key question is whether our mini painting hobby is contributing to unhealthy habits with food and our
Is Miniature Painting a Fat Trap or Healthy Hobby? (Editorial) Read More »
Do you want to teach your little kids about color, but don’t want the mess of paint, the hassle of broken crayons and dried-out markers? Dot markers are the perfect way to keep kids engaged and entertained. The best dot markers will get your kids involved from a young age with your painting and creative
“Chalkola Dot Markers” for Creative Kids: The Best Dot Markers? (Review) Read More »
Here’s some extra motivation for painting miniatures! Are you just starting out in the hobby? Got your first models, but not sure if it’s worth investing the time to learn how to paint them well? Well, I’m here to tell you that there are a lot of skills you will pick up along the way
8 Things You Can Do When You’re Good at Painting Miniatures Read More »
Are you looking for a modular hobby paint rack for storing and organizing your miniature paints? If you’re like me and have collected a lot of model hobby paints over the years, then you’ll know the struggle. Organizing your paint collection and hobby tools is essential for a productive time at your desk. It also
Plydolex Modular Paint Rack: Looks, Smells, and More (Review) Read More »
I am an avid miniature painter. I love the hobby and the community, but sometimes it can be really frustrating. There are times when you just don’t know what to paint. Worse yet, sometimes you have miniatures that seem boring or uninspiring. Do you look at that horde of unpainted Warhammer 40k models and feel
How to Paint Miniatures That Suck (Editorial) Read More »
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Angels of Death Warhammer TV Review (Episode 4: “Awakenings”) Read More »
What’s the best metal dice set for tabletop gamers? The answer to this question depends on a lot of factors, including your budget and what you need in a gaming dice set. Forged Gaming is one company that sells high-quality metal dice sets which are durable and cost-effective. They sent me a unique set to
Best Metal Dice Set? Forged Gaming Dice Sets for DnD and RPGs (Review) Read More »
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Money Ruins Everything: Why I Paint Miniatures for Cash Read More »
Magic is one of the cornerstones of our favorite TTRPGs. But with only 5 or 6 differences in mechanical design between these magical classes, and the large overlap of spells and feats that any spell caster can use; begs the question: what is the difference between a Wizard and a Bard? Or a Druid and
Spell Casters with Attitude: Bards Read More »