Painting Guides

Before you paint, gather the basics. You do not need a huge collection to start — just the right few tools.

1. 1One medium brush for basecoating broad areas.
2. 2One fine detail brush for eyes, freehand, and trim.
3. 3A starter set of 10–12 acrylic paints covering primary colors, black, white, and a metallic.
4. 4A wet palette or a damp paper towel to keep paint workable.

The foundation of every miniature. Two thin coats always beat one thick one.

1. 1Thin your paint slightly with water until it flows like milk.
2. 2Apply the first coat — it will look streaky; that is expected.
3. 3Let it dry fully, then apply a second thin coat for even coverage.
4. 4Avoid pooling in recesses; wick excess away with your brush.

Layering is how a flat mini comes to life — gradually lighter colors on raised surfaces.

1. 1Mix a lighter shade of your base color (about 1:1 with white).
2. 2Paint raised areas, leaving the darker base in the recesses.
3. 3Add a final edge highlight of an even lighter tone on the sharpest points.
4. 4Keep your brush strokes deliberate — less is more.

A sealed miniature survives the table. Do not skip this final step.

1. 1Let your paint fully cure for 24 hours.
2. 2Choose a matte varnish to avoid unwanted shine.
3. 3Apply two light, even coats — spray outdoors or in a ventilated area.
4. 4Let it dry completely before basing or play.