Gaming, art, and science? What a combination! Check out these thought-provoking articles at the intersection of technology, psychology, and the world of miniature tabletop wargaming.
Embracing Imperfection: A Guide to Overcoming Perfectionism in Miniature Painting
Have you ever sat down at your painting desk, miniature figure in hand, and felt a wave of intimidation wash over you? You’re not alone. Many of us in the miniature painting community grapple with the drive for perfection, a…
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The Art of Overcoming Procrastination Through List-Making
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…
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How AI Tools Stifle My Creativity and What I Learned
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.…
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Creativity and Anxiety: A Tentative Link
Creativity may not be what comes to mind when you think of a mental illness, but it’s worth considering that many creative people are also often diagnosed with anxiety disorders. In fact, creativity is a common trait among those who…
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Do You Paint Miniatures at Night or Day? What’s Better?
I’ve found that I’m more creative when painting miniatures at night because I can go into a trance-like state. Painting miniatures in the daytime is draining and it seems like my brain is too busy to focus on any one…
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AI Enhanced Wargaming and Tabletop RPGs (Tips and Uses)
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought a tidal wave of potential applications across a vast range of fields, from healthcare to finance, education to entertainment. One area that is ripe for exploration is the intersection of AI and…
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The Silver Lining: How Inflation and a Bad Economy Can Fuel Your Creative Writing
I write a lot. Most of it is technical academic stuff for work. But, often I’ll pull up a blank page and draft a creative story or some essay on the state of the world—life. It’s something I enjoy doing…
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Miniature Painting with ChatGPT: 10 Inspiring Ways to Use AI
So, you’ve heard about artificial intelligence (AI) generated art? But do you know about ChatGPT, a language model developed by OpenAI? ChatGPT is a text-generating AI system that can generate coherent conversations and stories in human-like language. I love to…
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What is “Learned Helplessness”? Insights for Artists
As a miniature painter, have you ever found yourself feeling stuck, unmotivated, or doubting your abilities? These feelings may be the result of learned helplessness, a psychological phenomenon that can impact even the most skilled and experienced artists. In this…
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13 Essential Health Benefits of Painting Miniatures
So you paint miniatures and you’re feeling pretty good about yourself. But did you know that painting miniatures can actually provide numerous health benefits? In this article, you’ll find 13 surprising benefits for miniature painting that could improve or enhance…
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