I was wrong about mini painting and 3d printing
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In this video I discuss all of the things I was reluctant to use or do. Mini painting, 3d printing, airbrushing, oil paints, contrast paints, and a whole bunch of other techniques I stupidly ignored for no good reason. I also build a really cool diorama.
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you nailed it my friend! this hobby is something different for each of us, and its forever evolving. airbrushing, 3d printing, and many other aspects of the hobby are more affordable than ever! sometimes a couple dollars, and a step outside our comfort zone, are exactly what we need, to re-ignite the fire! thanks for positivity, awesome tutorials, and all around quality content!
It feels insane to me that you say you're not going to get Into competitive painting when this model diorama is leagues and bounds above what some competitors can do
You don't give your skills enough credit my dude your work is just stunning keep at it my dude
Glad you enjoy every side of the hobby.
never thought I would like dm'ing, but I love it. Did you just use colored chalks as a finishing touch? or were those oil crayons?
@@alaskankare pastels
I used to think I'd never get in to 3D printing simply due to cost. But I waited, the technology advanced, and the prices came down. Now I have my own printer and I love it.
Same. When I had a little bit of disposable cash I bought myself a resin 3D printer and have a ton of minis printed and dioramas in my head ready to be turned into reality.
I have three, two FDMs and an SLA. I've done so many commissions for just people in my area that I've paid them off (yes, including labor and materials).
A while ago, I for-sure could not have done this, but the ones I have now only cost $2-300 bucks each. I just made sure to not over reach (no buster swords) and voilà; awesome props for me and a side hustle.
started with an ender 3 pro in 2019 and this year i got my first resin printer
In Argentina we have a phrase, "A la gilada ni cabida". it means that opinions that are not productive should not be given importance. You job are amazing! Greeting from here!
Jajajaja yo los miro desde arriba
Opinions are like arseholes...everyone's got them and they should be kept to yourself 😂😂😂
@@matiascantero5467 jajajaja
I never thought id ever hear "in argentina we say..."
Wow feels nice
That is a great phrase to remember :)
One of the reasons I enjoy your channel so much is you have a very healthy attitude towards the hobby. Your excitment is contagious, and you never try to hide your struggles. It often rubs off on me as a viewer and I salute you for that! Cheers!
I've never been artistic at all. I stumbled upon your viking ship build 2 years ago and absolutely fell in love with this channel. I've been able to open an artistic side of me I knew was there but could never channel it. These videos have literally changed my life and I am so grateful for them!
Totally feel several of these "arguments." I used to feel like every drawing I made had to have some kind of meaning behind it. So most of my time was spent thinking about something clever to draw instead of just drawing for the fun of it. Opened a whole new world to me when I realised I could just do random, mindless doodles.
As my English teacher used to say, "sometimes when an author describes a red door, it's just a red door".
Same. Helped me get past my anxiety a lot as well. Although I tend to be more focusing on "learning to enjoy practice" as that is the mental trick that works for me.
A long time ago I had a band member like this once. If what he was playing didn't make him feel a profound connection to the music, he grew to loathe it. His best stuff, both with audience reaction and enjoyable to play, was the parts he made up on a whim without being try hard. Most things he brought to practice never even got past vague ideas because they were "not ready yet". Or what I, or anybody else, decided to play along to his idea ruined it for him so he never brought it back lol. It's been a decade and he hasn't done that solo album of all these masterpiece compositions that were too good for the rest of us to influence.
Jeremy, your videos have been an inspiration for me since I came across your channel nearly three years ago now. I'm an avid tabletop RPGer, and have, largely due to your videos and tutorials, left the 'theater of the mind' and gotten into terrain and miniatures for my players and I. Running with the AnyCubic Photon Mono SE, and I have to say, the presupported Loot-Studios Minis from Panashaw Under Siege, and Winderborn have been FLAWLESS in their prints. Huge shoutout to @BlackMagicCraft, Jeremy, and the fine folks @Loot-Studios!
Your channel is what got me first into the hobby. The idea of building terrain with cheap and available materials helped me dismiss the excuses I’d usually make. I mean… I had a ruler… a blade… You showed me lots of amazing materials around me I had never even considered. As a fellow Canuck, XPS is a readily available resource I’d never even considered.
It’s been fun watching you grow and expand your skill set. My resources are still very modest as I’m not financially able to explore airbrushes or 3D printing atm. But I don’t think anything is ‘cheating’. I mean, if you are entering a contest, there might be established rules. Anything beyond that is primarily for your own purposes. Is that to get things quickly to the table? To develop mastery over certain techniques? To explore your creativity?
I think that certainly there are limitations that can be frustrating. There are a lot of shiny things out there allowing some really amazing results!
I love this sort of introspective narrative and way of thinking - I feel like it’s a somewhat unexpected characteristic of the miniature/terrain community.
This is probably the best video you've done for a while IMHO, not because there's anything radical or innovative in terms of techniques, but because you've shared a mindset that's inspiring.
You are the reason i started painting minies. When you first started painting them and showing your process in videos it gave me the confidence to try. Miniature painting got me through my father's year in the hospital and his passing away, it kept me saine during the pandemic. It resparked my passion for art. Thank you for sharing your passion is these videos, they make a difference.
Man, I wish more people would recognize that changing an opinion based on new evidence and information isn't a weakness. I really want a 3d printer but haven't made any movement that way. All I have is my phone and a chromebook and I can't justify getting a PC just so I can 3d print. If anyone is using a chromebook for 3d printing I'd love to get more info about how.
A little workaround, but you can use some virtual PC in cloud. like "Windows 365 Cloud PC" or "Vagon" or many others. You connect by browser or dedicated app and use a virtual PC in cloud like a normal one. You can install applications etc.
Some you pay monthly, some per hour.
Great option if you need to hire a beast of a machine for few hours to make a render or something.
It's probably easier to just use your phone than a chrome book but make sure the printer you get supports it.
@@bureaucratbayonet Ideally thats what I would do. I need to do more research again to see which brands support that sort of thing.
Your UA-cam channel inspired me to start printing minis and painting. I'm not artistic, but I think I can fake it. Thanks so much for your content.
His UA-cam channel got me making terrain and I'm about to print up a bunch of minis on my phone rollers are done printing I don't even play d&d.
faking it is literally the only thing you have to do to be an artist.
Fake it til you make it. That’s what I did. Look at the early videos 😄
Pshhhhh everyone is faking it
Well, don't take it the wrong way, but that's a bit like saying you were reluctant to renovate your attic because you could never be as 'artistic' as the Sistine Chapel. I take a bit of issue with people calling miniatures 'art' and painting them 'artistic', not the in the least because it sounds intimidating to newcomers and implies a degree of gatekeeping, if unintentionally. Fact of the matter is, for 95% of the people, they just paint stuff to look cool on the tabletop and it's rather a 'craft', than an 'art', relying on patience and practice of repetition rather than artistic creativity or talent. There's nothing to be intimidated about, anyone can do it and the thing you need is patience and not very much else. There's only a handful of people in the world that you could even start to consider 'artists' in the miniature painting sphere and that's still pretty debatable. Sorry if this sounds harsh but I have been doing this miniature painting thing for over two decades and I can't help but think the entire 'artistry' angle of the thing that's being pushed on youtube lately is a bit pretentious. I agree with the message of the video, I find BMC content fantastic, but at the end of the day, it's just toy soldiers and styrofoam terrain and that's okay, perfectly fine and super cool, we don't need to ascribe a lofty artisinal quality to it to make it feel more important. We're painting toy soldiers and there's nothing wrong with just leaving it at that.
Your videos got me to accept washes and textures (glued sand, gravel, cork, etc.) into my crafting, and I couldn't be happier to have let myself try. My very first crafted terrain was your dungeon tiles.
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Real Terrain Hobbies has gotten me to include grout powder and static grass into my terrain materials
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I have no idea which channel is responsible for me accepting water+PVA+plaster+toilet paper as a terrain material, but it has really improved my builds.
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I am not open to resin printing, oil washes and air brushing yet, only because I don't live where I can properly vent and/or ignore overspray.
I just want to say thank you for this video. I don't know why, but this video hits me different. There's something about the narration that just gets me.
I found this video in December. Since then, I have bought a Mono X, signed up for Loot Studios, started printing minis, bought an air brush and compressor, signed up for Archvillain Games, started printing terrain pieces, entered the Archvillain painting contest, and now I'm making the loot studios pirate ship.
Soon, I intent to dive into the world of terrain building. I love the stuff you're building and its inspiring me to get deeper into this.
I don't even play tabletop games. I just love the modeling side of the hobby.
I have been painting minis for over thirty years (just for my own games, no interest in competition) but never really bothered with terrain. When I caught Covid back in March and was stuck with more time on my hands while recovering, I watched a few of your videos. I realized that I already had 90% of what I needed to do terrain projects. You made me realize that my own creativity was being stifled by my own idiot excuses. Thank you.
I'm mid move from the states to overseas and this makes me miss all my minis and tools. Stuck in quarantine they could help keep me busy, but i'll live vicariously through you and other crafters I follow.
I've been painting miniatures for 20 years. I used cheap craft paint for most of that time. Last year I actually started using Citadel paint. This triggered Reaper paint. The new and better materials improved my painting greatly! You're completely right on making excuses to avoid things that scare you. The goal is to eventually get into 3D printing... Someday?
Do it, dont hesitate, i started a year ago 3d printing, my first sub was Loot Studios, i wont look back, and will give Loot Studios 18 buck a month till i die.
Don't get into 3d printing!!! It will suck out your soul!!! It's the best thing I've done in my life. Its the most enjoyable and rewarding part of this hobby. Everyone I've known who I turned onto 3d printing has lost their minds and we couldn't be happier.
I recommend taking a look at Army Painter's range.
When I came back to the hobby after a decade I needed to replace all my old GW paints. Decided to go dropper bottles and have been very happy with this decision.
@@Kathdath I bought dropper bottles and put all my paints into those. It truly is the best way to keep mini paints. Especially for mixing. Can get dropper bottles really cheap and spend a day transferring and labelling the paints. Can never go back.
Ngl this video is an awesome subtle way to end the year. I appreciate your decision to let go of personal limitations and enjoy "what you see" rather than "what you can currently do".
I started painting minis because this guy made it look so cool.
It's been so relaxing and rewarding thank you.
I've found something I love that I was always afraid to try.
Watching you channel inspires me like crazy, I think you’re genuinely talented and your methodology is fun to watch and learn. Watching you grow as an artist and a UA-camr is amazing, because it opens our eyes to new perspectives in the hobby. Thank you so much for all your efforts. Cheers from Brazil.
Diorama looks very Dark Souls, Sweet! Great introspective monologue too, resonated with me as well.
I remember when I was younger and would see all the cool terrain in White Dwarf magazine and in other publications and always thought it looked like something I would never be able to do. Then when I got back into miniature gaming after a 15-year hiatus I started watching this channel and others like Midwinter Minis, Eric's Hobby Workshop, and Dark Matter Workshop (to name a few). The first terrain video I ever watched was you building a fuel tank out of a can. The process you used, the painting, washes, etc. made me look at things a lot differently and start seeing the potential in everyday things. Especially "trash" and Dollar Store toys, and realizing I could build really cool-looking terrain out of common things by using some basic techniques. Now building terrain is one of the most enjoyable aspects of the hobby for me. I still like painting minis, but building terrain has become a new way for me to flex my artistic creativity. And I honestly have to thank you for that.
"Nobody wants to spray paint in minus 40!"
"F or C?"
"Yes."
Very honest point about blaming things you were intimidated by on it being "cheating" I have often heard people describe any methods they are not yet comfortable with as "cheating"
I always remind people there is no cheating in art.
Jeremy, this journey you have taken us all on is such a great learning experience! I feel as though I have grown and developed alongside of you! You make it connected and enjoyable! I too, was a "Theater of the Mind" follower - since I began in 1980, but along with you I have grown in my acceptance of mini's (I have a problem now-can't get enough) and of course terrain! Thank you!
Totally agree. I love the fact that Jeremy has gotten so skilled in his craft and we have come along so well with the ride that he did a full build without feeling the need to explain everything he was doing and just used editing and his dialog timing to let us know what materials and techniques he was using while it was going. AND WE COULD KEEP UP. "Oh, yea, here's the highlighting, and oh, oil wash here. The washes to the terrain seem to have really lost that color he was so careful to put on... oh, he's adding it back with pigments..."
A skilled teacher gives you the tools to know how to follow along after a while. Here we see that skill on display as much as his terrain/diorama making.
I still have not started painting mini's or making terrain, but that is only and solely because I do not have a gaming group to use them with. (or the space to store them, yet)
I really enjoyed this video format with a project video and you talking over it about a tangential subject (like the tools) without it being a full tutorial- glad you're always experimenting.
Thank you for sharing this. From the start you've always brought a great approach of trying to get the most from what you have, don't knock your old self too much! So many people found those early videos as some of the best entry points to what felt like a challenging or time consuming hobby, even with simpler tools and techniques. It's been a joy watching you grow your skills and your belief in yourself over the years, keep on keeping on!
Heh... had the same tought, when i got into DND
"nah, i dont need minis!"
"neh, i dont like them miniature wargames!"
"noe, these painting techniques are WAY to complicated!"
"Dude, who needs an airbrush?!"
One year later, i build a stargrave table full of terrain, paint minis and printed ALOT of Miniatures and some terrain and have a blast! The only thing i shy away is some very complicated painting techniques, because the time investment seems pretty harsh :D also plasma effects painted with an airbrush are the bomb!
the end result of that armor on the ogre is just *chef's kiss*. Nailed it, dude.
Man, you touched on some really positive things in this vid, and I commend your human vulnerability in making it totally ok to change your mind. It’s a powerful thing to allow yourself, and others to change. I love how you’ve given yourself permission to expand and grow.
I’ve personally never come across anyone who feels that any one technique is “cheating”, but more a supportive hobby community that encourage other hobbyists to make something by any means necessary. I’m sure because you stand above the crowd, that you’ve attracted attention, albeit some a little negative. Keep doing you. I love the channel!
Watching guys like you has gotten me into so many things I didn't think I could do.
I am stoked that you have learned that in the hobby space there is no such thing as cheating. 'Cheating' only matters when there are rules and barring the big miniature painting contests, the Crystal Brush and Golden Daemon Awards, the great thing is, There Are None! Your tinted mod podge method completely changed the way I looked at terrain building and its durability, so I am glad that you have opened yourself up to a more non limiting process. You deserve happiness in your hobby, you have certainly brought some great methodology to the craft. For that you have my thanks!
Last year my apartment had a fire and basically all my minis got melted. My replacement which I ordered for black friday is a 3D printer. Because of international shipping I'm expecting it to arrive in February.
Bummer about your minis. I’m glad the story has a happy ending.
@@ddesouz6 Has a bit of an ironic twist too.
The year I didn't have minis to play with was a year I couldn't play because of Covid.
Edit: I should clarify that a bit. One of the guys I used to play a lot with did guided tours for international tourists. Come travel restrictions and he had to get a new job which massively restricted his calendar.
@@cp1cupcake let us know if you need recommendations for some sculptors aside from Loot Studios. Jeremy's got that covered and he ain't wrong.
@@Ragnaroknrol Will do, but I'm on a bit of a budget. The only stuff I've paid for so far is a guy who opened his entire collection if you subscribe, as opposed to just the month's stls.
Funny story.... you talk about not wanting to 3d print terrain, while I got inspired by your craft videos to create 3D models inspired by a number of your builds. It got me started in 3d modelling and I've been semi-successful doing a 3d printing terrain patreon for a couple years now. and your work helped me get started.
Something I learned years ago. Using a technique or a technology to bring to life what you see in your mind is not cheating. There are definitely things I prefer for certain tasks, but I've used things learned in painting minis to small scale woodworking, on to jewelry making and leatherworking. The newest is gaming scenery.
I just enjoy creating.
Hey Jeremy, I really appreciate the positivity of this episode.
As an artist and person you never really stop growing. With every new day comes a new discovery, idea, or inspiration. Its creators like you you've inspired me to try it my hand at the miniature hobby. I don't have many tools so I sculpt my minis by hand and use Simple painting techniques, but everytime I see someone else use a things in new and interesting ways I am reminded that the sky's the limit.
This here is some brilliant insight and self realization!! I have literally been on the edge of this thinking far too long. It's time for me to take your advice, and move FORWARD!!
Best Video you have ever made!!! Continually learning is what I look for in a hobby and after 35 years I am still learning from mini painting. For me it would have been OSL painting. So intimidating at one point now its one of my favorite tools to set a mood or tell a story in a miniature.
I always thought that all my minis and terrain had to be 3d printed. Mostly for consistency's sake. But you and RP Archive have really inspired me to explore more mediums for my crafting. Now I love the idea of using the right tool/material for the job, rather than forcing myself into a comfortable box.
I love the amount of modern technology that had to be involved to make that opening look like it was made before that technology existed...
It feels amazing to mature and look back at your past self and see the change and growth as a person. Congrats! Lovely video!
Thanks for another good video. Your advise on accepting that your skills develop over time, and not letting your limitations stop you from trying with what you have on hand is inspiring. Just getting started making terrain at all was a bit challenging. Then I just went for it; a tree. One wee, simple tree. I still get complements on it. So if you're stuck, do the same; choose something simple that you can always use, and go for it!
When I started watching your channel I was like "I'm only going to do terrain, no expensive stuff like models or fine paints, only xps.
I now find myself with the full scale75 range, a bunch of vallejo/mig/greenstuffworld paints, a infinity cr+ 2in1, 5 raphael brushes, about 14 more brushes of mixed origin and a ton of colours/effects from different brands. A loot sub, citadel minis everywhere, hobby games with miniatures in them like zombicide, busts from renowned sculptors, oil paints from germany and I'm thinking to myself - wow, that escalated quickly.
Makes me really happy to hear your inspiration and creative drive are on such a high, Jeremy. You're a great creator and I enjoy all of your content immensely. Keep up the great work!
Love this video! And thank you for addressing topics like airbrushing, oil paints and citadel contrast paints head-on! I put off airbrushing and oils for far too long and they have brought a lot of enjoyment back into my miniature painting.
Thank you for all of your content for this community! It is invaluable.
awesome vid and reflection! it's always good to go back at former statements and see how you can change some and if they are still current. It takes growth like you said.
Great job extending your view and I am learning along the way from your vids and journey!
You are an inspiration to me. Your videos are a huge driving force in my own growth in the hobby.
Thanks for posting this! It was very inspirational and had a great message. Your excitement and experiences really come through in the video and are a great source of motivation.
This video has really resonated with me. I too have not tried or bought things because I either thought I’d never need them or that I could never do something…….that changes now! Thank you for a great and inspirational video!
I find your videos so inspiring, I am learning to step outside my comfort bubble of techniques and this one video sums up my feelings 100%! Thankyou :)
Looks fantastic, love the introspection, appreciate ya. Happy Holidays
Well, you continue to be a massive source of inspiration for this 1/12 scale action figure diorama builder. And funny that the thing that I love the most about my build process, blackwashing, was the thing that I was the most intimidated about... Until I watched your painting a stone wall tutorial over a year ago where you walked me through the whole process. I've thanked you before for that video and I will thank you again.
Your miniature painting has improved so much over a short space of time. I've really enjoyed watching you get into this wonderful side of the hobby
Lucky you - your Squidmar airbrush has arrived! Very good video, like always, thanks for sharing your thoughts and being open about mistakes you made. Thank you for all the crazy cool stuff I've learned since I started watching your channel and have a wonderful and merry Christmas!
As a fairly long(ish) time subscriber, I’ve really enjoyed the process and journey you’ve been on with various tools and gadgets etc. I don’t have much in the way of crafting and hobby equipment, so seeing how you’ve got to grips with the various things has shown me what may or may not be worth my investing in, plus it’s just been great entertainment. Thank you for being honest and frank about how you’ve felt about things over the years, and here’s to seeing what the future brings!
You have inspired me to get back into painting. I loved it when I was younger. I still haven’t started crafting, but I love 3D printing terrain.
Thank you for linking the rust paint, definitely picking that up for my collection! The diorama looks beastly, fantastic job!
This is such a great video thanks for all you do for the hobby bud!!
That big guy is incredible! Looks like something that’s a cross between Skyrim and Fallout with all that rusty metal!
I said "I'll never do minis and terrain - I'll just use these plastic pawns and squared paper". That was before I saw Black Magic Craft's 3x3 tiles. Now I have dungeon, jungle/forest, grassland and hills, sea and sand tiles, three 3d printers (one which lasers, too, which I have just started experimenting with), an airbrush and a to do list as long as my arm. It's all your fault! *shakes paint-flecked fist*
this is so brilliant - you kicked the butt of this project, and all the tools and techniques coming together to make such an amazing final product. again. awesome.
Great video. Oils has been one of the "just go for it" things I dove into because of Macro's videos, and has been one of the best things for me, due to ease and the way they work. Biggest improvement to my painting.
Never say never is the correct mindset. I am still particularly intimidated by my airbrush but I am determined to get better at it someday. Thank you for all you do.
I got my resin printer for $99 on Black Friday and I have already gone through almost 2 KG of resin. I love it. If I want a new character, 3 hours later I have one! I’m glad you made this video as I agree that there are so many stigmas around many hobbies, obviously including terrain and mini making for table top games. You’re awesome!
That's a great attitude; I really feel what you're talking about. The last few years I had really refused to approach new techniques and materials (my argument was "I'm almost at the end of my pile of shame, so I won't have to bother with anything new!" - but this year I've picked up an airbrush and started experimenting with oils - and suddenly I've painted more models in 2021 that in any other year since 1988 (when I started).
Looking forward to seeing what you'll do in 2022!
It took me YEARS to try creative things, and the pace just keeps increasing! 3D printing, epoxy, mini painting, and now helping others get into painting through teaching local classes! 2 years ago, I would NEVER have DREAMED that this would be my life today!
That armored tusk ogre certainly looks like it will give you Tetnus haha! Great reflections here Jeremy!
Amazing inspirational video Jeremy, thanks!
I started the crafting/minipainting journey 2 years ago (actually yours was the first crafting video I ever saw), and I kinda had this mindset you described. If I couldn't afford it, I disliked it, and thought of it as cheating. And though I still can't afford quite a few things, I'm now looking at them as goals or opportunities instead of something to be against.
What I'm currently building up the courage for is to finally start using resin in my crafts, I've bough 5 min epoxy a looong time ago, had many ideas for it, but always "somehow" decided to go with another project that doesn't use it. I'm always aftraid that I will just ruin the whole thing.
Awesome message in this episode man. Love the approach, and allowing everyone to just get in there and build/make/create without concern of how you get there!
Very inspiring, thanks for sharing these amazing insights. Oh, and the diorama turned out awesome as well. Great job!
When I started mini painting, it was just a basecoat, wash, highlight. Layering? Nah, too tedious.
I tried layering once for fun. Had a blast. I was still determined to paint faces with a basecoat and wash though. Too tedious to layer up something like that. And eyes were a no go.
Then I tried it. It was fun! Just whites for the eyes though. And metallic paints for metals, because NMM is too tedious.
I tried NMM on a model. Had a lot of fun. But still no pupils in the eyes, because just NO.
I've recently started painting pupils in their tiny little eyes.
If that's all tedious, then apparently I enjoy tedium.
For me and my limitations it’s a cost thing. That being said, I have no issues using a 3D printed model or using new painting techniques from “old school”. It’s an ever evolving hobby. Use what you prefer. 😊
I used to do a lot of hand drawing and digital art, and one of the biggest bad habits was the mindset of "Using references is cheating". Breaking that mindset is tough, but once you do, it opens up so many possibilities for learning, and growing, and improving
Jeremy this whole video resonates with me. I picked up mini painting 3 years ago, thinking it would be a short hobby foray into something I won't be good at because I am not artistic. over the past 12 months I painted well over 180 models. People often say that they wouldn't be as good as I am, but it's just because they never tried. We are used to having to make excuses for why we don't want something or don't want something. We "need" to have an opinion. This forces us to often form the wrong opinion just because it's the easiest thing.
For what it's worth: I also thought your terrains were complicated. But then I watched several videos and saw the processes and realized it's not so much. Sure there is expertise and creative thinking to be had, but ultimately the individual steps are relatively simple. Now I am making terrains now and then just for the fun of it.
That rust effect looks REALLY GOOD!!! Do you have a video or a list about how you do them and which paints were used? Also, I was mind blown for you scraping and painting pastel dust on the mini!
I myself have been mainly a display painter, so when the contrasts came out I was excited about them, but I was not nearly excited enough for what they could do to my painting. I have gotten a lot faster, and instead of painting super high detail, I am happy with painting them to a decent standard where I can bash them out quick, and painting many models to that level over painting one model to a higher standard just feels more satisfying to me ♥
I haven’t made a video about it, but there’s a link in the description
Dude I love the message of this video. You got me into foam and terrain work which led me into DND playing and DM’ing and has just led me to 3D printing which is currently scaring the hell out of me but I loved hearing the message in this video! So rad man you inspire so many my dood!!!
We're all on a journey and I always enjoy hearing about yours. Excellent work and great self reflection
Great message for hobbyists, and an awesome looking diorama!
Awesome video as usual man! Contrast paints are a big one for me!!! Oil paints/washes is the new year's resolution for me! :)
I want to know more about that rust technique! It just looks amazing!
Your channel has helped me to overcome many fears of exploring different techniques and challenges involved with this hobby. THANK YOU. It is refreshing to see videos like this. Your progress and growth are inspiring, so please... Keep that shit up.
Because of your airbrush journey, I have finally started to learn how to use such an arcane implement. Likewise I am getting the materials to start using oil washes. Thanks for showing us the secrets. Cheers! (Also that build/paint was awesome)
I am so new to this mini world and bought my first 40K kit a month ago... now I am busy researching and trying to make my own scenery etc... This is such a cool video as I think as creatives in any sphere... we have the same evolution of upgrading our tools as we grow as artists...
Very inspiring buddy. I'm glad you branched out and you've inspired me to take a look at my own limitations and see what I could do differently. Good show man.
Happy holidays, my friend!
I never saw myself painting minis until 2 years ago I started and I think I have come a long way since then. Your channel and the stuff you create is unbelievable and I wish I could be half as good as you. You are very inspiring and I love watching you create such amazing stuff. I wish I could get into 3D printing but it is so expensive and I don't even know which machine to buy. Keep up the good work fellow Canadian.
Thanks for sharing your journey and for being so open, honest and humble🤘🖤
As hobbyists we are absolutely spoiled for choice with tool options, paints and even miniatures. The hardest thing for both newbies in the hobby and long time creators is reaching out of our comfort zones. This video is great that you’re encouraging others to be open to what’s out there. Love ya work!
I am sooo glad to see you open yourself up to new techniques and tools to expand your hobby...I was truely hoping you would get into 3d printing to enhance your experience.
Dawg! You are always an inspiration. Watched your oil wash vid and bought my first set of oils this past week! Any chance you could do a vid on the paint brushes you use and why? Proud to be a member of the BMC Crafters! You rock!
Mate your videos are my highlight in the Hobby Szene -> my airbrush journey starts this Christmas also 3D printing is going it’s way now thanks anyways
Absolutely awesome video. I've bumped into your content a few times over the past few years, but being as we existed in different parts of the hobby space, I only ever occasionally watched. But here you are now, harnessing all the artistic tools at your disposal, and I'm super excited to see what you've got in the pipeline. Absolutely subscribing after seeing this.
For me, the tool I was afraid of was the airbrush. I was just so worried about the amount of maintenance and the learning curve behind it. Turns out, with a cheap and durable airbrush to learn on, my fears were absolutely put to rest, and after only a few months I absolutely love airbrushing. Here's to always learning more!
great video man, impressive self-reflection and an impressive diorama!
I have been getting back into the hobby of painting minis after 10 years of giving up on it. And it's incredible starting new again and trying out all sort of things. This christmas my wife and I decide to get a hot wire cutter to get into modular terrain builing as well, to level up our Warhammer and D&D games. And who knows where we will go, after we get comfortable with terrain building. Air brush? 3D Printing? Maybe. It all sounds cool!
I've been lucky enough to get my hands on a 3d printer and am now printing minis and terrain pieces. Thanks for the great channel and inspiration.
Love the skin colours and textures for that big monster! My biggest barrier is since this is just a hobby for me I find it hard to justify spending the big bucks for some of those big ticket items but I would totally love having them though!
Great now my husband can't help pay our rent because he spent it all on the things that seemed too expensive for his new paint sets.
Thank you for opening his eyes.
In all seriousness, thank you for your channel we love watching it and has helped my husband expand into trying out terrain. Last year we made those very cheap styrofoam foam plate floor tiles from your video.
He loves your attitude and love you have for your craft.
You’re welcome!
Air brush was my "not gonna do it". Still need to pull it out of the box and set it up, but you are so right about not being able to spray paint outside during the winter.
As for you comment about a Cricut, I got a Brother Scan-n-Cut 2 for doing greebles and panels for ships/SciFi stuff. You'll love it.