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Are you looking to improve your miniature painting? Do you want to increase your arsenal of painting techniques? Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced painter, these articles will show you some new (and unique) ways to approach your painting projects.
One of the great things about painting miniatures is that there are endless possibilities when it comes to techniques. You can go as simple or as complex as you like, and there’s always something new to learn. Explore some different miniature painting techniques, or learn how to spin something you already know how to do.
Experimenting with different approaches can help you find new and better ways to achieve the results you want. It can also be a lot of fun! So don’t be afraid to get creative, and try something new today.
Colorblind painter Neil Amswych developed a comic-book miniature style built on bold color, black ink, hard shadows, and deliberate outlines. Here are 15 lessons from his Hellboy and Reichbusters miniatures.
Comic Style Miniatures: How This Color Blind Artist Paints! Read More »
Want to paint miniatures faster? Have a horde army collection that still wears bare plastic gray? Speed painting and quality don’t usually mix well. But, with some planning and a few shortcuts, you can get a decent quality paint job on a miniature with little effort. In this article, I share some of my tips
Speed Painting Miniature Armies (Simple Tips and Tricks) Read More »
There are many different types of sealers that you can use to finish your miniatures and models. Miniature sealers come in both lacquer-based varnishes as well as water-based sealers, which have a lot of advantages over their solvent-based counterparts. There are also different finishes for the miniature sealer–matte, satin, or gloss. In this article I
Miniature Paint Sealers: Tips, Tricks, Guide Read More »
Are you looking for a fast and easy way to paint a stone base? The base of a miniature adds a huge amount of atmosphere to a model. Stone or cracked rocky terrain is a common motif in a lot of fantasy miniatures, e.g., Warhammer Age of Sigmar, and other tabletop hobby games. A base
How to Paint Stone Ruin Bases for Miniatures (Tutorial) Read More »
A wet palette is a great tool for miniature painters. It allows you to keep your acrylic hobby paints wet for long periods of time, helps thin your paints for proper consistency, and allow you to mix custom colors without worrying they will dry out. But, did you know there are 3 other applications that
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Okay, so you want to dry brush miniatures? Dry brush painting is one of the simplest and most under-rated ways to paint miniatures. When painting miniatures, many people head straight for the more advanced techniques. But, why? Dry brushing is not only simple, but many professional painters rely on it to complete their work. In
How to Dry Brush Miniatures and Models (Tips, Photos) Read More »
How do you thin your paint when working on miniatures and models? Most hobby acrylics—Citadel, The Army Painter, Vallejo, and others—perform better when they flow smoothly and don’t bury the tiny details. Thinning helps you control the paint on your brush, spread it evenly, and build clean layers on any surface. Each thinning method has
How to Thin Hobby Paints for Miniatures (10 Useful Ways) Read More »
Acrylic inks are an essential tool for any miniature painter. I’ve discussed using inks for washes, glazes, and highlighting, as well as the best techniques for incorporating them into the hobby. In this article, I’ll cover some of the most effective ways to use inks when painting miniatures. In this article, I review 8 great
8 Great Uses for Inks in Miniature Painting Read More »
The cracked earth effect is a great way to add some depth to your miniatures. It can be used for all sorts of ideas, from lava effects, ice and dried desert scenes. The base of a model adds key scenery and context for your painted models, which completes the overall look of a great paint
How to Paint a Cracked Base in 5 Minutes (Tutorial) Read More »
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
Join the Speed Painting Club: Best Practice and Exercise Read More »
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
Speed Painting Miniatures Without an Airbrush: A Quick Guide Read More »
Painting black on miniatures is a challenge. Even experienced miniature painters will hesitate when it comes to painting the color black. In this article, I’ll dive into my quick method for painting a realistic black color on miniatures and models. Here, I will also answer questions like: “How do I shade black?” or “What color
Painting Black on Miniatures: Expert Tips for Realistic Effects Read More »
Miniature painting, an art that demands precision, patience, and a sharp eye for detail, can be significantly enhanced by mastering the skill of achieving seamless blends on surfaces like cloaks. This technique has the potential to make your miniatures truly stand out. “Layering opaque color” to create smooth transitions between two colors is a basic
How to Blend Paint on Miniatures (Simple Tips for Layering Color) Read More »
If you’re new to painting board game miniatures and want to get started with speed painting, this post can guide you. Speed painting requires a different approach than traditional miniature painting. Board game miniatures are an excellent starting point for learning how to paint more quickly and effectively. In this article, I’ll show you fast,
Speed Painting Board Game Miniatures: A Step-by-Step Guide Read More »
Dry brushing is an essential miniature painting technique because it has so many uses in the hobby. It’s also one of the easiest methods to learn, which makes it popular among both novice and experienced painters. Whether you’re painting minis for tabletop wargames or roleplaying games, e.g., DND, or board game miniatures, dry brushing is
3 Popular Uses for Dry Brushing Miniatures (Tips) Read More »