Seeing good painters acknowledge mistakes is always one of the best things because when I first got into seriously painting I was going to paint some stormtroopers following your guide for painting stormtroopers but I constantly made mistakes over and over again and got so discouraged I almost quit the hobby
Yeah. I like this. I did find another guy who did the clones with Contrast paints, and I'll be trying his method when I can finally get around to painting my remaining Imperial units. I look forward to Sorastro's clone video, too. I always pick up a ton of hints from his stuff.
I was overwhelmed by the amount of battle droids per unit with the clone Wars set, but this guide makes it look so easy to paint them all, so definitely peace of mind lol Fantastic video once again!
Sorastro you are a genius. You have solved the tidemark issue with contrast paints on flat surfaces using the contrast medium. There’s a chance now I might actually finish painting models. As always your videos are very informative and brilliantly produced. I think this will be a great way to introduce my daughter into the hobby, yet still produce amazing results.
Thanks so much Mark! I really appreciate that. I think the Contrast paints for figures like this would be a great way to get your daughter into painting :)
This is the first time I've seen contrast paint being used effectively. Up until now I've not been convinced by them, but this is an excellent use to get so many miniatures finished.
Thanks a lot Joe! I really appreciate that. I think - like most paints - they really shine in certain situations, and when used with a little nuance :)
Thank you for this series and especially this video. I was feeling overwhelmed with the amount of Droids needed for the army, your instructions made it easy. Couple more nights of painting and my droids will all be table ready. Then I can take my time and go back to try my hand at the battle damage. Really appreciate you.
Oh man I didn't realize FF was going multi-part posable with The Clone Wars, I was expecting bagged hard plastic models again. This is going to be so amazing, can't wait for you to do the clones, Kenobi and Greivous.
Would painting clones video be necessary? Between the stormtroopers' white armour and the Battle Droids' colour insignia he has pretty much already shown us how to paint the clones. Maybe if wants to show off the contrast paints he can do Obi-Wan's armour differently or maybe do them last.
@@Mailed-Knight Hey mate! I think I might do a video for the Barc Speeder, which would encompass my approach to painting the Clones (and yes - I'll be exploring a possible "Contrast" solution.. ) :)
My local tabletop's been working on getting Legion established here, and as I'm probably likely to figure on getting some CIS for an army, this is def useful -b
As always, very through and thoughtful video. I love your presentation style, it's great for helping encourage people new to the hobby. Your approach to painting and modelling is my favorite among UA-cam videos I've watched. The zenithal to plain white prime comparison is a particularly useful and kind gesture, and is appreciated.
Can’t wait till the next Star Wars video! I know you have multiple games your painting for. Star Wars, LOTR, crisis protocol etc. thanks for all you do!
I got the clone core set as my first wargame, and this tutorial was just perfect, i'd be lost and messing up a Lot without it when assembling, also the painting is the best i've seen and not just about star wars, thanks a lot Sorastro!
Amazing work as always! As a big SW fan, I can really appreciate this, but your care, dedication and editing work could even make painting kitchen tiles fascinating!! ;) Keep up the great work!
Awesome, love the use of contrast paints here. You may have convinced me to buy some. i wont use them solely, but definitely see usefulness in quick armies being painted.
I want to play legion because I’m a massive Star Wars and tabletop game fan however I have always been hesitant because I am not the best painter. I still haven’t gotten into it but have always wanted to get into miniatures and I’m close. For now I’m sticking to Armada and I might practice painting squadrons
Nice! Very interesting to see that comparison of zenithal vs white undercoat for the contrast paints. Both results look good, but they really are quite distinct.
Great video as always buddy. Love how you are using the contrast paints too. I have been on the fence with the contrast paints but seem to work well with these droids.
Great vid. Brilliant for quickly batching battle droids! The only thing I changed was doing the blaster first. As I'm a new painter I commonly make mistakes and found it easier to clean up with the white before staining the armour 😀
Masterful work as always! I primed with spray cans black and then white for the zenithal...this left a lot of really dark areas where I can hardly tell that the contrast paint is even there...any recommendations? I mixed the 2 contrast paint just as you have but mine seem to dry and/or thicken up really quickly...is that just me?
Love your videos, Its' amazing how simple your techniques are yet make the models look great! Great inspiration and has made me want to go back to painting my minis!
Best music so far, check. Multiple color schemes for army variety, check. Do something awesome and make it look easy, check. Use contrast so effectively it changed how I use it, check. Know that Sorastro lays it down, Roger, Roger! Thank you so much great video.
Awesome guide :D I mixed it up a little by assembling one of my crouched droids with the missile launcher, felt the most appropriate pose for it, given how spindly they are xD
Hey Sorastro, superb painting as always! Though, I was curious how you would paint the dull reddish brown of the Geonosis Battle Droids? That’s gonna be my scheme! Thanks for reading!
Heres a little yapping: Red droids are normally Security droids, However in the video game Battlefront (Classic I - II) They are demolishion/Specialist The snipers are in a brown camo and Are called Asassin droids.
I have seen this video so many times but now I found out that you're not saying "Some poor droid" you're saying "sample droid". LOL :D Btw. thanks a million for these great tutorials.
A big thank to you for all your videos. We thank you for teaching us your art. You have gold in your fingers, sincerely. Would it be possible to show us how to paint rebels with a desert camouflage You are a great Master with a big M. Congratulations.
Fantasy Flight are the same guys who put out X-Wing and Armada right? Im just glad there's a chance to kitbash with the fact you put them together yourself.
As always they look great. Thanks for the tip for tidying up the flat surfaces with medium. I am also curious how come the contrast paints actually made the droids look metallic, even though you didn't use any metallic paint.
Thanks a lot! I think the zenithal highlights help with that to an extent by simply boosting the contrast, plus the metallic chips/edge highlights.. :)
How to make the second most hated new characters look good! Do you think they will realise a Jar Jar Binks commander booster pack? Lol Roger, Roger. Really impressed with your use of the contrast paints. I’ve had nothing but fails with them. What paints would you use if you weren’t using contrast paints! Brilliant paint job sir. Wonderful channel.
Hi just wanted to ask if I can use any white basecoat? Wraithbone is very hard to find in my country so I'm thinking about using Vallejo BASIC PRIMER SPRAY but I'm worried that color is not gonna look nice. :
Dear Sorastro, I have eagerly been awaiting this tutorial, and you have answered many of my questions on 'how to!' Excellent tutorial and totally inspirational. Kind Regards Johnny
I was thinking about drybrushing them after using contrast. What do you think about it? Would it enhance their look? Which paint would you use in such case?
Hey do you have a recommendation for a small paint kit? I am just getting started in this game and I am needing one for the Rebels. (only those for now)
i appreciate how you give little tips on fixing mistakes here and there. no one is perfect :D
Oh good! I'm actually quite adept at making mistakes :)
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Seeing good painters acknowledge mistakes is always one of the best things because when I first got into seriously painting I was going to paint some stormtroopers following your guide for painting stormtroopers but I constantly made mistakes over and over again and got so discouraged I almost quit the hobby
Sorry for any confusion this was meant to be too sorastro
The miniatures look amazing as always - but lets not forget about that Terrain to spice them up! Bravo!
Hey buddy! Thanks a lot :)
I love how every sentence is ended like you can tell he's smiling
"So this is how liberty dies… with thunderous Roger Roger!"
Lol :)
Roger Roger 😞
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First video where contrast paints seem *useful*. Well done, boss!
Thanks a lot Kristian! I was unsure of them at first, but after a bit of time playing with them I really do think they have their uses :)
Yeah. I like this. I did find another guy who did the clones with Contrast paints, and I'll be trying his method when I can finally get around to painting my remaining Imperial units. I look forward to Sorastro's clone video, too. I always pick up a ton of hints from his stuff.
Sorastro's Painting they are very useful for sure!
I was overwhelmed by the amount of battle droids per unit with the clone Wars set, but this guide makes it look so easy to paint them all, so definitely peace of mind lol Fantastic video once again!
Thanks buddy! :)
Sorastro you are a genius. You have solved the tidemark issue with contrast paints on flat surfaces using the contrast medium. There’s a chance now I might actually finish painting models. As always your videos are very informative and brilliantly produced. I think this will be a great way to introduce my daughter into the hobby, yet still produce amazing results.
Thanks so much Mark! I really appreciate that. I think the Contrast paints for figures like this would be a great way to get your daughter into painting :)
I'm doing some B1's and this was AWESOME!!!! I won't go quite to your level but DAME it sure is INSPIRING!!!!
Thanks a lot buddy! :)
I SOOOO can't wait to get my hands on this minis!! Great video and guide! Love your channel and work!
Thanks man! I really appreciate that :)
Sorastro: "Assemble and Paint your models like this, they will be awesome".
Comments Section: "Roger, roger."
This is the first time I've seen contrast paint being used effectively. Up until now I've not been convinced by them, but this is an excellent use to get so many miniatures finished.
Thanks a lot Joe! I really appreciate that. I think - like most paints - they really shine in certain situations, and when used with a little nuance :)
This is the first time that contrast paint really has me captured - excellent work, dude
Thanks so much! :)
Thank you for this series and especially this video. I was feeling overwhelmed with the amount of Droids needed for the army, your instructions made it easy. Couple more nights of painting and my droids will all be table ready. Then I can take my time and go back to try my hand at the battle damage. Really appreciate you.
Thanks so much Roger! I'm glad you managed to get your droids painted up! :)
Thanks the help on getting them contrasted quickly and the building tips are really useful
Thank you Finn! I'm glad you found the video useful :)
Oh man I didn't realize FF was going multi-part posable with The Clone Wars, I was expecting bagged hard plastic models again. This is going to be so amazing, can't wait for you to do the clones, Kenobi and Greivous.
Yep - the quality of the the minis is something else! I can't wait to paint Grievous next.. :)
Would painting clones video be necessary? Between the stormtroopers' white armour and the Battle Droids' colour insignia he has pretty much already shown us how to paint the clones. Maybe if wants to show off the contrast paints he can do Obi-Wan's armour differently or maybe do them last.
@@Mailed-Knight Hey mate! I think I might do a video for the Barc Speeder, which would encompass my approach to painting the Clones (and yes - I'll be exploring a possible "Contrast" solution.. ) :)
@@Sorastro Ah, I forgot about the Barc Speeder, can't wait.
@@Sorastro Always good to see techniques for painting white armor, and contrast paint is by far my favorite method for painting Stormtroopers now.
My local tabletop's been working on getting Legion established here, and as I'm probably likely to figure on getting some CIS for an army, this is def useful -b
Awesome! Thank you :)
As always, very through and thoughtful video. I love your presentation style, it's great for helping encourage people new to the hobby. Your approach to painting and modelling is my favorite among UA-cam videos I've watched. The zenithal to plain white prime comparison is a particularly useful and kind gesture, and is appreciated.
Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the episode 🤗
Can’t wait till the next Star Wars video! I know you have multiple games your painting for. Star Wars, LOTR, crisis protocol etc. thanks for all you do!
Awesome guide! Really really useful. Id love to see you do the rest of the droids in the Clone wars set !
Thanks a lot! I really appreciate that :D
I got the clone core set as my first wargame, and this tutorial was just perfect, i'd be lost and messing up a Lot without it when assembling, also the painting is the best i've seen and not just about star wars, thanks a lot Sorastro!
Thank you for the kind comment! I'm glad you found video helpful 😀
I’m so burnt out from gunpla and warhammer. I don’t know when I’ll get to them but thank you, thank you so much for this man.
Awesome - thanks Noah! :)
Thank you Maestro!! About to head to the airport, and now I have something to look forward to besides the cavity search and $21 glass pino noir.
Lol mate - thanks :D
Depends on who's doing the searching
Hands down the best painting tuts on YT. And so easy to follow, thank you!
That's very kind - thank you Rooster! 😊
I just received my battleforce in the post and I will *definitely* be using this technique for the sea of clankers I now must paint.
Awesome man! 😀
Thanks for showing the difference between the two different steps with the base coast.
No problem Pete! I'm glad you found that useful :)
Amazing work as always! As a big SW fan, I can really appreciate this, but your care, dedication and editing work could even make painting kitchen tiles fascinating!! ;)
Keep up the great work!
Ha ha - thanks a lot :D
Wish they did the Stormtroopers configurable too in order to have more variations in poses.
We trade possibility for general quality
Awesome, love the use of contrast paints here. You may have convinced me to buy some. i wont use them solely, but definitely see usefulness in quick armies being painted.
Thanks Gregory! I'm glad you liked it :)
I use leadbelcher prime if i priming metalics contrast on leadbelcher gives a metalic look to the contrast like its a sheet of sprayed metal
That contrast paint technique reminds me a lot of an oil wash, it's an interesting idea
Brilliant as always. Nice to see some advanced techniques for the contrast paints.
Thanks buddy! 😀
I like watching these. I find them relaxing and fascinating to watch
Thank you sir! I'm happy to hear that 😀
Great use of contrast in this series! Love it.
Thanks Evan! :)
I want to play legion because I’m a massive Star Wars and tabletop game fan however I have always been hesitant because I am not the best painter. I still haven’t gotten into it but have always wanted to get into miniatures and I’m close. For now I’m sticking to Armada and I might practice painting squadrons
Awesome as always Sorastro, love seeing the contrast paints worked in there and learning some techniques with them.
Thanks a lot mate! I'm glad you found it useful (even though you're not painting the CW stuff) :D
Started mine today using this guide and I'm flying through them and they look fantastic.
Awesome! Thanks :)
totally picking up that tip on flicking off some contrast from the model to get a highlight step in
Thanks Jose! I'm glad you found that useful :)
Nice! Very interesting to see that comparison of zenithal vs white undercoat for the contrast paints. Both results look good, but they really are quite distinct.
Thanks a lot! I'm glad you found that comparison interesting 😀
okay using medium to pull back on the contrast to add lighter areas is a great idea
Thanks! I'm glad you found that tip useful :)
Finally got my army of Clankers, and this video has been a god send. Thank you so much, sir! :)
Oh great! Thanks a lot Keiron! 😀
Great video as always buddy. Love how you are using the contrast paints too. I have been on the fence with the contrast paints but seem to work well with these droids.
Thanks man! I had mixed feeling about the Contrast paints myself, but after a bit of experimentation I think they certainly have their uses :)
Love them, can't wait to get my box in and start painting.
Thanks a lot! Much appreciated :)
Awesome tutorial, Sorastro! Cant wait to get my hands on some Clones n Droids.
Thanks Nate! Not too long to wait now.. :)
This is my favourite tutorial yet!!
Thanks a lot Timothy! I'm glad you liked it :)
Great vid. Brilliant for quickly batching battle droids! The only thing I changed was doing the blaster first. As I'm a new painter I commonly make mistakes and found it easier to clean up with the white before staining the armour 😀
Masterful work as always!
I primed with spray cans black and then white for the zenithal...this left a lot of really dark areas where I can hardly tell that the contrast paint is even there...any recommendations?
I mixed the 2 contrast paint just as you have but mine seem to dry and/or thicken up really quickly...is that just me?
Love your videos, Its' amazing how simple your techniques are yet make the models look great! Great inspiration and has made me want to go back to painting my minis!
Thank you so much! I’m really happy to hear that 😀
As always, amazing sir! I can't wait to build them.
Thanks a lot Patrick! :)
Great work, excellent results. If you are doing your own editing then you are skilled at that as well. Tks for the lesson!
Thanks a lot Todd! Yes, I do all my own editing (and composing!) :)
This is exactly the video I've been waiting for! Excellent quality and clear instructions as usual. I love it ❤️
Thank you so much! I'm glad you liked it :)
This is actually really helpful for any battle droid action figures! Thanks so much!
Thank you! I'm glad you found it useful 😃
I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS!!!
Then wait no longer, friend! :)
@@Sorastro I am excited to see your other Clone Wars stuff! Love your work, through and through!
@@shadowshandbro Thanks so much! I'll be tackling General Grievous next :D
Just found this series! Excellent video and paint job. Will be working through these painting up my stuff. Thanks for the content :)
Thank you so much! 😀
As usual your guides are on point. Thank you.
Thank you sir! 😃
Excellent video! Getting ready to build mine. Darn! Now I need to go get contrast paint! Lol
Thanks mate! I'm a little late to the "Contrast" party, but they certainly do have their uses :)
Best music so far, check. Multiple color schemes for army variety, check. Do something awesome and make it look easy, check. Use contrast so effectively it changed how I use it, check. Know that Sorastro lays it down, Roger, Roger! Thank you so much great video.
Thanks so much Rob! As always, I really appreciate the supportive comments :D
Can't wait to see you painting General Grievous...
Thanks mate! I can't wait to paint him either :)
Absolutely killed it again. Nice work!
Thanks a lot Michael! I'm really glad you liked it :)
You are so skilled. I love your videos.
Thanks a lot Filip! :)
WOW amazing results
Thank you! 😀
Will you do a video on the clone troopers and the various markings different clone regiments have?
Hi! I'll certainly be adding some markings to mine to show as an example, yes :)
Awesome guide :D
I mixed it up a little by assembling one of my crouched droids with the missile launcher, felt the most appropriate pose for it, given how spindly they are xD
Thanks a lot! :D
You always make it look so easy! I was interested to see if you would use contrast paints or not.
Thanks Joseph! I think in this case it actually is really easy :)
Droids with blue markings were pilots, with red were guards and with tellow were commanders but bessie that you’re droids look fabolous
Thanks! Yep - I was aware of what the colours denote: ua-cam.com/video/Out0dFIF9do/v-deo.html :)
Great video,thanks a lot,will help me with my Droid army.
Oh great! I'm glad you found it useful :)
Hey Sorastro, superb painting as always! Though, I was curious how you would paint the dull reddish brown of the Geonosis Battle Droids? That’s gonna be my scheme! Thanks for reading!
Thanks! Hmm I'd have to have a play around with some colours before answering that.. :)
I've been looking forward to this
Thanks Elliot! I hope you like it :)
Heres a little yapping: Red droids are normally Security droids, However in the video game Battlefront (Classic I - II) They are demolishion/Specialist
The snipers are in a brown camo and Are called Asassin droids.
man, you are amazing at what you do.
Thank you very much! 😁
Liked and subscribed, I got the starter clone wars set on pre-order so this video is great!
Thanks Gabriel! I'm glad you liked it :)
This is incredibly daunting for someone just getting into painting minis
Hi! Which part in particular seems daunting to you? 🙂
@@Sorastro Thanks for replying. Any suggestions on where to start with what kind of brush, oils and paints?
Made this look so easy
Thanks John! But it really is :)
I have seen this video so many times but now I found out that you're not saying "Some poor droid" you're saying "sample droid". LOL :D Btw. thanks a million for these great tutorials.
They look awesome and pretty simple do paint!!good job!!i subscribed immediately!
Thanks a lot! 😀
Looking forward to the B2's and the Phase 1 and 2 Clone Troopers ^^
Awesome :D
will you make a video for the clones of the new box, with contrast? please??? I loved this so much!!!
Hi Jordi! I'll certainly be experimenting with the Contrast Colours when I paint the Clone Troopers for sure :)
BEAUTIFUL!!!
Thanks Ricky! :)
A big thank to you for all your videos. We thank you for teaching us your art. You have gold in your fingers, sincerely.
Would it be possible to show us how to paint rebels with a desert camouflage
You are a great Master with a big M. Congratulations.
Thanks a lot! I'm afraid I'm all out of Rebel figures however :)
Excellent work
Thank you! :D
Fantasy Flight are the same guys who put out X-Wing and Armada right?
Im just glad there's a chance to kitbash with the fact you put them together yourself.
Hi! Yes that's right :)
Waiting for that general grievous painting guide👍👍
Awesome! I had a blast painting him, and will release the video as soon as I can 😃
Now, this makes painting those buggers doable. I always paint nurgle...so it's hard to get off of the costume XD
Wonderful!! Great Video and inspiration! Basically what I was planning to do.
Excellent! Thanks John :)
you have patience i'll never have and the steadiest hand ive ever seen, i get the shakes too much to do this stuff lol
Thanks Marko! Luckily these guys look great just after throwing the Contrast paint on :D
As always they look great. Thanks for the tip for tidying up the flat surfaces with medium. I am also curious how come the contrast paints actually made the droids look metallic, even though you didn't use any metallic paint.
Thanks a lot! I think the zenithal highlights help with that to an extent by simply boosting the contrast, plus the metallic chips/edge highlights.. :)
Very good Super 😊
Thanks a lot! 😀
How to make the second most hated new characters look good! Do you think they will realise a Jar Jar Binks commander booster pack? Lol Roger, Roger. Really impressed with your use of the contrast paints. I’ve had nothing but fails with them. What paints would you use if you weren’t using contrast paints! Brilliant paint job sir. Wonderful channel.
Thanks man! I'd have to try some colours out before offering suggestions, but I'm guessing tones like Vallejo's Deck Tan etc :)
@Sorastro's Painting have you got in your plans tutorial for painting droidekas?
Sure thing! 🙂
@@Sorastro Great news! Can't wait to see it :)!
Hi just wanted to ask if I can use any white basecoat? Wraithbone is very hard to find in my country so I'm thinking about using Vallejo BASIC PRIMER SPRAY but I'm worried that color is not gonna look nice. :
Hi Roman! I think priming in plain white would be fine :)
Dear Sorastro, I have eagerly been awaiting this tutorial, and you have answered many of my questions on 'how to!' Excellent tutorial and totally inspirational. Kind Regards Johnny
Thank you so much Johnny! I'm glad you found it useful :)
What about Tamiya Plastic glue? That work for this models? Amaizing guide! Thank you!
Thanks Bernardo! I think the Tamiya Plastic Glue should be fine :)
Will you do a tutorial on how to paint the clones?
Hi! I will be covering the Clones - perhaps as part of the Barc Speeder episode :)
@@Sorastro thanks
I was thinking about drybrushing them after using contrast. What do you think about it? Would it enhance their look?
Which paint would you use in such case?
Hey do you have a recommendation for a small paint kit? I am just getting started in this game and I am needing one for the Rebels. (only those for now)
Hi! Perhaps the Vallejo Basic Colors set would be a good starting point 😀
Your videos are so relaxing, do you have any suggestion for the armor base coat in a non contrast paint?
Thanks Michael! I'd have to have a little play before answering that.. :)
Thank you so much for these videos.
You are so welcome! 😀
Can you please do a Video how you painting Orson Krennic from star wars legion?
Hi! I’ll actually be covering him as a PDF guide pretty soon.. 😀
Great guide as always! Your Boba Fett one really helped me out. Any plans for a Shoretrooper guide?
Thanks a lot Danny! I think I'd to produce a quick PDF guide for the Shoretroopers :)
Very cool video.
Thanks mate! :)
Can't wait for contrast clones :D
:D