CHANGE: Why Your Miniatures Don't Get Better

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Жыл бұрын

You keep painting miniatures, but they don't seem to get any better. Do you need more practice, or is it something else?
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@chalupacabra4312 Жыл бұрын

As a person in my 20s still figuring stuff out, I love the gaming advice that doubles as advice for life.

@tharkwarrior Жыл бұрын

Audio and visuals in “not the studio” are fine Adam. I think I’ve evolved as a painter largely because you and others have shown me what can be done. What I find frustrating is people who continue to play the same rules and not have fun. Try different rules!

@Fluffykeith Жыл бұрын

I used to HATE painting minis. I have a whole bunch of shelves of unpainted grey plastic because of it. The biggest thing that made me change my perspective and actually find painting fun and relaxing was I realised that I’m not going to get perfection and that’s okay. As long as I’m getting a result that looks okay on the table, and not worrying about getting it “just right”, then I’m more comfortable painting and I’m painting more and I’m getting better at it as I go.

@ausaskar Жыл бұрын

Honestly, to experiment you need projects you're not afraid of screwing up. I find that when I am working on some models I care about I'll always play it safe. But on a side project, I'm happy to go a little wild and try out some stuff I've never done before. The result isn't always good and that's why I always play it safe on my main Army.

@MiniatureMasterClass Жыл бұрын

I like this format. I feel like I'm in Not-a-Real-Uncle Atom's living room and he cares about the well-being of my hobby.

@LucaLacchini Жыл бұрын

Zenithal priming, using a wet palette, mixing Contrast paints with regular acrylics for layering/highlighting, exploring different styles and effects (OSL is not THAT hard, even without an airbrush)... painting miniatures as a hobby is a journey.

@gregpotter6957 Жыл бұрын

I had painted my figs the same way for years, and always got the same result of course, which was ok, but was slow and not quite what I wanted. Partly inspired by your posts, I started to experiment with completely different approaches and techniques, and for every disaster I got, I also got something I liked! It did cost me some miniatures, but that led me to find out how to strip them! So I agree be brave, and do things differently, and see what happens!👍😁

@Goddamnhungry Жыл бұрын

Hey man!

@DavePottsAmI Жыл бұрын

After 15+ years of brush painting, grabbed my first air compressor/tank and airbrush this week. Good timing on the video theme! ;D

@defleshedbuttocks Жыл бұрын

I like the 'change of scenery' feel in this vid.

@talonjansen8926 Жыл бұрын

These recent videos have really been quite good Adam, for a reason I can't put a finger on. I haven't been part of the miniature scene for long but already wasn't sure where to go or what to pursue in the hobby going forward. I think sometimes people just miss the refreshment that a change in perspective or new idea can bring. It's true, it isn't always about technique.

@petershadock4239 Жыл бұрын

Just found your video while diving into the rabbit hole. So happy I did. Thank you.

@wiebeposthuma4686 Жыл бұрын

Great video as usual ;-) and as a side note: this does not has to stop with gaming, but life in general !!! Have a great weekend all.

@DuceDesigns Жыл бұрын

I think a good follow up 'quote' would be, "A change is as good as a rest". I recently got extremely fed up with painting 40k Orks, so have had a go at some Stormcast and some Nighthaunt - I'm enjoying painting again and also tryin new techniques that are making me a better painter at the same time.

@ODonnchadhaBrian Жыл бұрын

Man, your videos are getting better.

@VicodinElmo Жыл бұрын

I think my process can ultimately be summed up as “mindful repetition”. Doing the same thing over and over again… BUT always being conscious of exactly what I’m doing in the moment. Not simply zoning out, going into a routine and then being frustrated when it’s not going the way I want it to go.

@johnashley-smith4987 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video! Excellent topic for discussion ..

@Az-yp8fs Жыл бұрын

I'm enjoying the change of framing for shots to add emphasis to certain points.

@TommyRigginsNC Жыл бұрын

Thank you Uncle Atom! Long time listener here ;-) Appreciate the words of wisdom. The much commented style of Slap/Chop or for me a great use of the speed or contrast paints has kicked up my game and helped me get the darker grimmer look. Please keep up the good work and content coming, Cheers!

@TorchlightGamesandHobbies Жыл бұрын

You have a real talent for rambling FACTS & INFORMATION. Always a joy to watch your videos, Thanks for helping people in our Hobby, we've been happy to share your channel with our customers here at our shop. Happy Holidays.