Hobby Lamps

Light is one of the most important things in our lives. It allows us to see the world around us and enjoy the beauty of nature. For the artist, hobbyist, and miniature painter, light is also a very important tool.

The right light can make all the difference when it comes to seeing the details in your work. It can also help you avoid eye strain and headaches.

Here, you’ll find a collection of informative, insightful articles about the best types of lights and lamps for your hobbies. Whether you’re looking for the best light for painting miniatures or the perfect lamp for your workbench, we’ve got you covered.

Redgrass SOLO Task Lamp vs. R9 Desk Lamp (Comparison): Which One Belongs on Your Desk?

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If you’ve ever obsessed over brush strokes under dim light or tried to photograph a miniature only to fight off shadows, you already know: your task lamp can make or break your hobby experience. I’ve used both the Redgrass Creative SOLO Task Lamp and their flagship R9 Desk Lamp extensively at my hobby desk. This […]

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Is it Worth the Upgrade? My Hands-On Review of the Redgrass SOLO R9 Task Lamp for Miniature Painters

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The Redgrass SOLO R9 Task Lamp is a compact, powerful lighting solution that follows the same formula of the flagship desk lamp Redgrass Creative released a few years ago. If you’re just starting out in the hobby or looking to add to an existing hobby setup, this article will show you something that may just

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SOLO Task Lamp (Overview): Portable Lighting for Miniature Hobbies

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As a creative hobbyist, I know how frustrating it is to work under inadequate lighting. Whether it’s painting miniatures or assembling models, poor lighting can distort colors, cast distracting shadows, and strain your eyes, making the experience less enjoyable. In this article, I share my excitement for the R9 SOLO task lamp from RedGrassCreative. If

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Redgrass R9 Desk Lamp For Miniature Painting and Creative People (Follow Up Review)

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Hello everyone! Welcome back to Tangibleday.com for another product review. Andrew did a review of the Redgrass R9 lamp before it came out on Kickstarter. It is because of his review that I backed the Red Grass Lamp for creative individuals. I have been using this lamp exclusively since it arrived in September 2023, so

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13 Best Lights for Miniature Painting and Hobbies

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Are you looking for the best miniature painting lamp or light? Every hobby at modeling scale requires your ability to see and work with small details. Good contrast and correct color temperature are essential for consistent, high-quality output at any scale. The best light for hobbies are those that provide daylight neutral white light at

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Better Photography, Creative Content? SANDMARC Wireless LED Ring Light Review

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Are you looking for a wireless, portable LED ring light with enough power to create high-quality images and video? I’ve reviewed many lights and lamps over the years, so I was excited to try out the SANDMARC Wireless LED Ring Light. In this article, I’ll break down the features of this light and provide a

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10 Best Magnifying Lamps for Painting Miniatures and Models (Review)

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Are you looking for the best magnifying lamps for painting miniatures and models? You need to see details clearly to paint and craft scale models and miniatures. If you’re a scale modeler, especially you, a lamp that combines both good light and built-in magnification can make your work a lot more comfortable. Good light and

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