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The Art of Overcoming Procrastination Through List-Making

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I’ve learned to overcome procrastination a long time ago. While everyone is different, psychologically, I think there are some common issues that anyone can tackle if they want to overcome procrastination. Whether it comes to hobbies, e.g., painting miniatures, or work and adult life responsibilities, the single hurdle to overcoming procrastination learning that it is […]

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The Army Painter Warpaints Fanatic Paint Review (Impressions)

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Hello everyone, and welcome back to another product review! Today we are going to discuss the latest paint line from The Army Painter, The Warpaint Fanatic line. This line of hobby paint is The Army Painter’s attempt to create “the perfect miniature paint.” I am very honored that The Army Painter sent me some of their

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Building Battles: LEGO’s Role in Miniature Hobbies and Wargaming

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In the captivating world of hobbies, there exists a nexus where creativity, storytelling, and nostalgia converge—a place where miniature painting, LEGO, and wargaming intersect. In this article, guest writer Amaar Chowdhury recounts personal recollections on how miniature painting, LEGO, and wargaming have interwoven themselves. KEY POINTS: Read on to discover how LEGO’s transition from children’s

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How to Blend Paint on Miniatures (Simple Tips for Layering Color)

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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

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GHOST Maxton Black Miniature Paint Brush Set (Review)

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Greetings, fellow miniature painting enthusiasts! Today, our focus turns to a Kickstarter-backed paint brush set that has recently made its way into my painting arsenal – the Maxton Black Ghost brushes. If you’re like me, you might see Kickstarter contributions as future gifts to yourself, particularly in the realm of miniature painting. And this time,

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Speed Painting Board Game Miniatures: A Step-by-Step Guide

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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. It involves embracing the simplicity and high-efficiency techniques. Board game miniatures are an excellent starting point for learning how to paint more quickly and

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Game Envy Hobby Holder (Hands-on Review): A Worthy Painting Handle?

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If you’ve ever tried painting those tiny miniatures for games like Warhammer or Dungeons & Dragons, you know it can be pretty tricky to hold onto them. That’s where painting handles come in—they’re like little pedestals to stick your miniatures on while you paint. The Citadel handle has been the go-to for a while, but

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How to Shade Panel Lines and Recesses with Watercolor (Fast and Simple)

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Are you looking for a fast and easy way to paint the armor panel lines on your miniatures? The thin, narrow panel lines you find on miniatures like Gunpla, Warhammer 40k armored units, or military scale model vehicles, aren’t easy to paint. For best results, the panel lines should be painted with a dark paint,

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3 Reasons You Need a Hair Dryer for Miniature Painting

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Did you know that a hair dryer is the most under-appreciated tool in the miniature painting hobby? The dry, hot air from a hair dryer will accelerate paint dry time, increasing productivity, and will improve the quality of your final layers of paint and varnish. As miniature painters, we all need good brushes, glue, and great

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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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How AI Tools Stifle My Creativity and What I Learned

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Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are here to stay. Whether it is ChatGPT, AI image generators, or other emerging AI tools that seemingly create something from nothing (a misnomer, by the way), they are becoming more accessible and easier to use. Of course, in my career and artistic pursuits, I’ve often found myself relying on these

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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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