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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 gaming; specifically, wargaming and tabletop role-playing games (RPGs) like Dungeons & Dragons (DND). In this …
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Are you looking for some cool dice for DnD or other RPGs? Believe it or not, choosing a personal dice set for your DnD game is an age old struggle! There are many factors to consider. What type of dice material do you want? How much money do you have to spend? Is the design …
Are you looking for cool tabletop gaming terrain? If you’re looking for 28mm or 35mm scale terrain, buildings, or unique landscape features for Warhammer 40k, Age of Sigmar, or other tabletop wargames, I’ve discovered a lot of great pieces on Etsy. Etsy is a online market that hosts independent vendors who sell a variety of …
Do you want to know how to write a campaign? Looking for tips for writing a D&D adventure? If you’re playing Dungeons and Dragons (DND) or other tabletop RPG game, you can be sure that there’s more than just rolling dice and slaying monsters. Here I’ll discuss some tips for creating compelling stories that will …
Miniature painting requires patience of mind and body. More than this, you need a clean brush when you start painting, while you’re painting (to change colors), and when you’re done with the session. After all the basecoating, drybrushing, and washes you have to do to get that perfect look, the hurdle of keeping your brush …
Are you looking for the best smart LED recessed lights? As a miniature painter, artist, and photographer, I’m always chasing good light. And, that’s why I’m so impressed with the Rollin Light Smart Ambience recessed lighting system. This clever collection of 6-inch smart LED recessed lights is a fun and functional solution for anyone looking …
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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 write and I’ve been playing with ChatGPT to see what it is capable of. Well, …
Miniature Painting with ChatGPT: 10 Inspiring Ways to Use AI Read More »
Every once in a while, something comes along in the hobby world that excites me to the point of feeling “I can’t wait to get my hands on this”. The Redgrass Games Lamp R9 is one of those products. This versatile lighting solution for miniature painters and creatives provides quality illumination with minimal effort. In …
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So you want to turn your miniature painting hobby into “a real job”? Tabletop gaming has been around for centuries, but the advent of miniature painting has allowed for a greater level of immersion in these games. As long as people are gaming with miniatures, enjoying them in their various hobbies, there will always be …
Can You Make a Living Painting Miniatures Full Time? Read More »
The Redgrass Games 360 Painting Handle is a tool designed to hold your models in place while painting. With this holder, you won’t have to worry about your model slipping or moving as you work. It’s a simple yet effective idea that works exceptionally well. If you’re curious whether this handle is right for you, …
Redgrass Games RGG 360 Painting Handle for Miniature Painters (My Review) Read More »
Painting miniatures can be painful for your hands and wrists. This is in part due to the fact that you have to maintain a firm grip on a small object for a long time. The bones, joints, and muscles in your hands aren’t designed to do this. Enter the usefulness of miniature painting handles and …
Best Miniature Painting Handles and Holders (Review) Read More »
A paint carry case allows you to transport your painting supplies with ease, so you can paint miniatures anywhere! Whether you’re a dedicated painter or just starting out, there are plenty of great paint carry cases available to suit any budget. In this article, I’ll show you how I found my ideal painting case for …
Need a Paint Carry Case? Top 10 Picks for Every Miniature Painter Read More »
A miniature painting lamp is an essential tool for any miniature painter because it provides the perfect light source to enhance the color and details of their work. But what makes a great miniature painting lamp? In this article, I’ll discuss one important feature of lighting: color rendering index (CRI). Then, I’ll discuss the other …
What is CRI in Lighting? A Guide for Artists and Miniature Painters Read More »
Are you looking for a better way to mix your miniature and model paints? Do you hate Vallejo or Scale 75 paint separation in your bottles? A lot of miniature paints tend to separate from their liquid binders if allowed to settle, and require a bit of shaking to get them to mix properly again. …
5 Best Model Paint Mixers and Shakers for Miniature Paints (Review) Read More »
Is historical wargaming dying? I don’t think so. The inevitable rise of the historical gaming genre is as obvious to see as the Red Coats advancing up Bunker Hill. So, why is it that some gamers are so quick to write off historical wargaming? Here, we take a quick dive off the deep end to …
Is Historical Wargaming Dying? Nope, Here’s Why! Read More »