Top 7 Miniature Painting Mistakes

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Let's discuss the top seven most common mistakes people make while painting miniatures. These mistakes can ruin the entire piece, making it look less attractive than it could be. However, I'll also share tips and tricks to help you avoid these mistakes and create stunning miniatures. If you're interested in painting miniatures, this video is worth watching, so you can improve your skills and create pieces you can be proud of.
📌 Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:27 - Mistake 1: Not cleaning your miniatures
1:17 - Mistake 2: Using the wrong type of paint
2:10 - Mistake 3: Lack of contrast
2:48 - Mistake 4: Overloading your brush with paint
3:36 - Mistake 5: Neglecting the base
5:28 - Mistake 6: Rushing the drying process
6:20 - Mistake 7: Ignoring the details
6:52 - Conclusion
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@MrCai01 2 ай бұрын

FYI - your audio mix seems to only be kicking out sound on the right hand side

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Thanks trying to sort this. Seems like my Rode was set to the wrong setting. :(

@richardrussell7082 2 ай бұрын

Also the difference between how loud the intro is compared to the in-vid audio is massive. Coming from my previous video to this one actually made me jump with how loud the music was. Ultimately funny and no harm done but holy cr*p lol 🤣 New sub now either way 😎👍 Another reason for using exaggerated contrast is because the size of the mini means that there is only a small amount of material to reflect light, so we need to make it 'more obvious' and attention grabbing. Where did you get that metal tray storage unit? I love it ☺

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

I'm working out my tech for SURE. Thanks for the sub, and hopefully I can get myself together. ;)

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Are you talking about the display case behind me? It's from displays4sale.com

@shawnsteene5499 2 ай бұрын

The point on contrast is a very good one -- I recall visiting a cathedral in London -- probably St. Paul's (it was over 25 years ago....so memories get sketchy on these details) -- and they had mosaic's on the ceiling that dated from the Victorian era. They discovered that they needed to use colors that contrasted more strongly because while the mosaic looked wonderful at arms length, the colors did not contrast enough and they appeared washed out to viewers down on the floor. I will try to remember that, thanks to this video!

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Great corollary to the broader art world. I imagine painting a ceiling and realising you’ve got too little contrast is far worst than a Space Marine! 🤣

@sewinlove_co 2 ай бұрын

KZfaq just recommended this video and it's so nice to see another non-traditional gamer! I loved your video and look forward to watching more!

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for stopping by! I’m thrilled to see others like me around here. 🙌🏻🙌🏻

@user-qt7wl2wt5g 2 ай бұрын

As someone who is trying this hobby out for the first time this year, every advice is very much aprecheated. Thank you for taking the time! Saved for future reference. 👍

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Glad to help! Can’t wait to see some of your work!

@user-qt7wl2wt5g 2 ай бұрын

@@unlikely_gamer Currently trying to carve out a place to work in my appartement. Allready ordered a lamp/magnifying glas from amazon. Currently still deciding on minis and color scheme, but the first one(s) should be ready mid- to end of may. I want to start an IG account as soon as the first one is ready. I let you know and we can all have a good laugh at my first humble attempt to try out this stuff 🖌️😂

@WolfTau 2 ай бұрын

Good point, I’m a long time Warhammer painter and I forget all the time the Mini needs to pop from the table top and let the first layer dry. Thank you. I’ll keep be watching your channel.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. The table view is the hardest to remember for me. I have to consciously set it down.

@skunk12 Ай бұрын

Biggest takeaway: "Patience is a virtual." 🙃

@lithiliel9904 2 ай бұрын

Awesome video! I'm in the process of making my first tutorial/process video, so right now I'm hyper-aware of how much work goes into making the video itself look good. You're nailing it.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! It is way more work than I anticipated, so it’s taking me some time to get going, but your comments make it worth it!

@randomtvninja 2 ай бұрын

That intro was so loud 🤣 and then i turned down the volume too low to hear you, anyway fantastic video! Subbing

@smoss9813 2 ай бұрын

Thank you algorithm, great new channel recommendation. I love seeing different types of painters getting their work noticed. Keep up the great work.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Aww this made my day!

@Goblins_and_Aliens 2 ай бұрын

I'm guilty of forgetting to pay attention to the base. i built and primmed my entire leviathan tyrind army then noticed i hadn't base a single model

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Nids could be based after well with some heavy greenery and AK swamp Green! Make it a jungle world.

@Goblins_and_Aliens 2 ай бұрын

@@unlikely_gamer your right, but i like to see the model come together sooner.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

@@Goblins_and_Aliens Totally fair, sometimes I even start with the base!

@Goblins_and_Aliens 2 ай бұрын

@@unlikely_gamer I need to start with the base and work my way up

@kennethaunstrup 2 ай бұрын

Heh, KZfaq just recommended your channel, and I find it funny that your latest videos are about building Novitiates and Death Guard Kill Teams, which are the exact two teams that I am currently building and painting as my first Kill Teams :)

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

You have great taste. Those are two fun army's to start with! Couldn't be further different sides of the lore if they tried... pius, clean cut Sisters & putrid, infectious nurgle...

@superherointraining4569 2 ай бұрын

Have you got experience with Tamiya acrylic paints on minis? I just started miniature painting, but I've done model cars for several years now, and Tamiya is my primary source for colors.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

I haven’t tried them, though I have used them for model cars in the past. I imagine they have the right properties to translate from ships and cars to miniature space marines and orks. :)

@kenmarshall7054 Ай бұрын

Hello there. I just stumbled onto your channel, and I think your doing great (checked out some other videos too). I do have a question for you though. Can you use ANY miniature paints for stuff I might 3d print? Meaning, can I use the same paints for stuff I 3D printed out of filament and resin? Or would I need to use different paints for filament, and different paint for resin? I really hope my questions makes sense to you. Thank you in advance. P.S., I THINK what Richard was asking about was the metal boxes on the shelfs to your right in this video.

@unlikely_gamer Ай бұрын

Yes, being able to paint with mini paints is less about the mini material and more about the primer. As long as you're using a good primer that acrylic paint will adhere to, you're good to go. I have a lot of resin models and 3D print some of my own measuring tools. Those metal drawers are about 20 years old from Pier 1 Imports. lol

@CMDR_BananenKeks 2 ай бұрын

I will NOT drill my gun barrels! It looks worse then before because I always hit them off center :(

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

It takes patience and the right tool but it really makes them look so good. I’ve messed up quite a few along the way.

@chrisamanda8598 2 ай бұрын

Would you mind Letting me know where that back display case came from..love it

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

It's my favourite splurge item in my gaming room. It's from displays4sale.com You give them the custom dimensions and they do the rest. It only took 4 weeks to make and deliver. VERY easy to put up.

@Tulkash01 2 ай бұрын

Good advice!

@sonnenpriester 2 ай бұрын

Very nice Video! Thanks a lot. Could you check your sound settings? In this Video your voice does come from the right side only. I guess it is because of the mono recording of the mic.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Apparently my Rode mic was set to R channel mono (which why does a lapel mic even have that option?), and unfortunately KZfaq doesn't allow re-uploading of videos. I've fixed the mic and will double check better next time. #rookiemistake

@Dethectic 2 ай бұрын

Great tips

@kscott2655 2 ай бұрын

Just a note... I had to turn the voice audio way up to hear you but the intro and outro music blew out my ears from being so loud. The sound balance/ mix could use some work.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

So sorry. I’m still working on my editing skills.

@observantowl1726 Ай бұрын

Cheap paints work fine for me? Maybe make sure to thin them?

@TheLordGhee 2 ай бұрын

new to channel nice work! Who makes the case behind you?

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

It's my favourite splurge item in my gaming room. It's from displays4sale.com You give them the custom dimensions and they do the rest. It only took 4 weeks to make and deliver. VERY easy to put up.

@piotrjeske4599 2 ай бұрын

32 years later and l am 7 out of 7.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Haha, never too old to change your ways.

@GrapeHate 2 ай бұрын

You only recorded sound for the right speaker.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

So sorry. I’m working on my editing skills.

@flapdance 2 ай бұрын

Only one point of critique. revell is also a Paint for miniatures... Don't use revell. This was my mistake. You can't strip this paint unless your models are the old metal ones.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Thanks. There are way too many types of miniature paint to go over in one little video. Revell isn't in my top ten for paint, but I do however love their miniature glue!

@flapdance 2 ай бұрын

@@unlikely_gamer revell is used in model plains and cars. It melts the plastic a little bit so it can make a stronger bond. It contains turpentine.

@brucehemming9749 2 ай бұрын

Great video and for godsake drill your gun barrels 😂 yes yes yes … details matter👍thanks for sharing 👍🍻

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

There’s right and then there’s not drilling…

@reformedbugman703 Ай бұрын

oh man, tfw youtube finally promotes one of your videos and it is the one with the bad audio 😭😭😭

@unlikely_gamer Ай бұрын

YT knows how to work the algorithm

@neilgooge 2 ай бұрын

Hey nice little video, unrelated comment… you mentioned having a Patreon, but… you don’t have the links posted anywhere on your channel, nor to anything like Instagram etc, and the link to your web site doesn’t work, it offered to sell me your website address… at least the one you have listed on the channel. :) Only found the channel this weekend… great content.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Hi there @neilgooge, thanks for stopping by. I don't have a Patreon (yet) but I do have an instagram (@unlikelygamer) and Etsy shop (unlikelygamerlass.etsy.com). I removed the link to the site as I am redesigning it. More to come!

@samhoban2509 2 ай бұрын

You have an interesting accent. North American, but a hint of UK or Australian?

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

You are not far off… Irish, grew up in London, lived in America for decades now. The accent comes and goes anymore.

@timbuktu8069 2 ай бұрын

I have a piece of advice for people who make painting tutorials: *use real colors.* II am so tired of trying to follow a tutorial and the artist says: "I use a light mix of zombie vomit and orc toenails for the base. I then drybrush with pixie wing and finish with a glaze Nyarlhotep tan." ????? Can you use colors like...oh I don't know red, blue and yellow? Sure add in white black and various browns but something a non-hobby painter will have heard of.

@unlikely_gamer 2 ай бұрын

Fair enough. But is burnt umber or raw sienna much better? 😂 and technically those are the names of the citadel paints so if someone is trying to find it… ya have to look up ‘pink horror’ instead of magenta. 😜

@timbuktu8069 2 ай бұрын

@@unlikely_gamer I really don't mind that manufacturers want to sell a wide variety of paints. My gripe is with the tutorials. If something light gray call it light gray. They can then say that they use "half-orc underwear" but at least I know what they mean.

@user-qt7wl2wt5g 2 ай бұрын

@@timbuktu8069 Half-orc underwear! I can't! Lmao! Def the best thing I read/heared all day! 🤣👍

@timbuktu8069 2 ай бұрын

@@user-qt7wl2wt5g I'm here to help.