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What is the best primer for painting plastic or metal miniatures? It depends! Some primers work best on plastic, whereas other primers work best on metals. In principle all primers act as a preparatory coat to prevent the absorption of overlying layers of model paint. The ideal miniature primers are spray or brush-on primers that […]
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What magnifying tools do you actually need for painting fine details? To paint miniatures well, you depend on steady hands and sharp eyesight. Magnification aids — like visors, headsets, or even simple reading glasses — make this work easier and far more comfortable. Whether you’re a scale modeler, painter, or hobbyist working with tiny parts,
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Good quality, diffuse lighting can prevent eye fatigue, a major roadblock to a comfortable long painting session. For miniature painting, for long stretches, I highly recommend getting a lamp that uses a full spectrum daylight bulb or LED.
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Dry brushing is one of the easiest miniature painting techniques you can learn. It is the foundation for so many cool special effects that I always recommend dry brushing to new painters. Of course, for reliable results, you’ll want to use dedicated dry brushes, which have durable, stiff bristles that help you apply dried pigment
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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
Do you airbrush miniatures? If so, there’s a new twist on the block. For those who’ve explored airbrushing, you likely know how different airbrushes excel at specific tasks. For example, base coating requires an airbrush with a larger nozzle—like a 0.3 mm or larger—to efficiently spray thicker hobby acrylics onto your models. Similarly, priming models
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Are you searching for the best miniature paints for airbrushing? Did you know you can use regular model acrylic paint in an airbrush? All you need to do is thin your normal miniature paints for it to flow properly through an airbrush. However, if you’re looking for premixed model paint formulated for use in your
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You know the feeling—you’ve poured hours into setting up your 3D print, waited patiently for it to finish, and then you’re faced with the messy reality of post-processing. It’s frustrating, time-consuming, and honestly, it sucks the joy out 3D printing miniatures with resin (at least for me). So, what are my overall thoughts about the
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Finding the perfect primer for your miniatures can feel like an endless quest. I’ve stood there myself, surrounded by options, trying to figure out which one will make my painting project more enjoyable and successful. A good black primer provides a solid foundation for successful painting results, enhancing shadows and ensuring paint adheres effectively to
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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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Painting yellow is a love-hate relationship for miniature painters. It’s vibrant, eye-catching, and iconic for armies like the Imperial Fists, but its poor coverage can make even seasoned painters grit their teeth. If you’re like me, you paint to relax, escape, and experiment with different colors to keep things fresh. In this article, I’ll compare
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Is a cordless airbrush and compressor worth it? Yes, but only if you can live with its limitations. In my mind, trying to decide whether to get a battery powered airbrush kit is like trying to choose between a gaming laptop and desktop PC. Both can handle the job, but each comes with distinct pros
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Are you looking for a cool office lamp for your workspace or hobby spaces? A stylish desk lamp can help you focus, immerse you in a better mindset, and stimulate your imagination. Choosing the right office lamp color may even reduce stress and anxiety, and keep you calm through that high pressure task. As with
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Do you like expensive things? If you’re into scale modeling hobbies and miniatures, e.g., painting and assembling model kits, then you may be interested in what an extra hundred or more in your budget could buy. Over the years, I’ve shopped around for different tools and things that could give me a competitive edge, or
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Are you looking for the best 3D printer for miniatures? Speed, reliability, and resolution are the top 3 features you should be looking at. Enter the Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra: a promising tool for those looking to efficiently print highly detailed miniatures. I had the amazing opportunity to drive this printer through a number of
Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra: Is This the Best Resin 3D Printer for Tabletop Miniatures in 2025? Read More »