I recently had a very cool project on the table and this is the perfect occasion to expand the ideas of the first video about OSL to their extreme consequences and share steps and results!
(You can find the first video following this link: https://youtu.be/JZFnajb7PXo ).
My nerdy take on the quest for the perfect brushes for miniature painting, my personal preferences for acrylics and oils and how to properly clean and maintain them:
with these tricks and specific products (!!!special guest, the Holy Grail of brush cleaners 😉!!!) your brushes will have a very long life always at their peak of efficiency!
ps: sorry, the name it's Artis Opus not opus artis
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Definitely the best thing I've ever done 😍
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I finally came up with a plan to bring my work on display models to the channel!
I’ll use display figures for longer uncut videos (or mildly edited videos) to give justice to the process and show you every possible detail of this kind of complex work in progress.
In this first episode I talk about composition, lights and colour schemes and I focus the work on the black and white preparatory sketch!
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2020-02-28 15:21:58 +0000 UTC View Post
It's finally time to paint a Space Marine (obviously in my own way 😉) in a full, detailed step by step!!! FOR THE EMPERAAAAAAAH!!!
In this video I use quick and simple techniques, mostly based on oil paint,s that can be easily used to boost the look of your gaming models or be the base for more advanced effects!
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2020-02-28 15:19:42 +0000 UTC View Post
In this video I'll show you how to properly clean your airbrush!
No myths, no assumptions, no second hand experience only facts ;)
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It's finally time for a new series about pure and "simple" brush painting!
In this masterclass you’ll see me painting a model in couple of hours aiming to an high standard of quality, using a single brush and a palette made only by the three primary tones (plus Black and White).
This time the main focus is on colour mixing but we'll talk also about sketching, colour theory, NMM and new interesting paints... ;)
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It may not seem exciting like "paint an army in three minutes" but choosing the best setting for you painting table is essential for a good hobby experience and choosing the best light bulbs will greatly improve your work and save your eyes from a lot of trouble!!!
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2020-02-28 15:14:36 +0000 UTC View Post
In this video I show you three simple ways to quickly paint a super effective True Metallic GOLD on you gaming models!
Nmm is trendy, but metallic paints are a universe yet to be explored, full of possibilities and cool techniques and in this series we are going to try them all!!!
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2020-02-28 15:13:22 +0000 UTC
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First video of the year about the #Blanchitsu universe! Painting miniatures, from the base to the last brushstroke, is all about storytelling and the epic tale of your warbands, kill teams and armies can start long before they reach the battlefield...
2020-02-28 15:11:55 +0000 UTC View Post
Here's the fourth episode of the "High quality Speed Painting" series !!!
Another run against the clock where I paint in an original colour scheme the 9 models of the Corvus Cabal from Warcry using quick and easy techniques that will make the joy of beginners and wargamers.
And all in less than 5 hours (4 actually but then I continued to add details and I lost track of the time, lol)!!!
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2020-02-28 15:09:24 +0000 UTC
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Fourth episode of the airbrushing series!!!
In this video I'll show you how to use your airbrush like a pro and how to effectively spray super diluted paints like inks and glazes: no more spiders and pooling!!!
Third episode of the "High quality speed painting" series!!!
Another run against the clock where I paint in their original color scheme the 15 models of the Corpse Grinder Cult from the new Necromunda box set using a bunch of different techniques:
brush, airbrush, contrast paints, inks, acrylics, oils... in 5 hours (and a half lol)!!!
I can't resist when it comes to add details XD
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-12-05 22:40:48 +0000 UTC
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In this video I'll show some cool techniques to create realistic broken ice and frozen water effects! You can use these techniques for gaming and display bases of fantasy and historical models or in large scale dioramas ;)
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Third episode of the series dedicated to Color Theory!!!
Do you struggle making a powerful bright green or mixing vivid saturated tones?
That’s because you are using the wrong colours!
This is not an easy one but if you manage to stay with me until the end you'll be one step closer to being a pro ;)
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-11-30 22:23:55 +0000 UTC
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Third part of the full super detailed Step by Step about the cool 75mm display figure from Kimera Models, Lester Marshall!!!
In this episode we talk about textures and how to create interesting effects using chipping fluid/medium!!!
And as always you can transfer these techniques to every kind of model or scale ;)
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-11-30 22:21:05 +0000 UTC
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Every channel needs its own video about the wet palette and this is mine!!!
I didn't want any sponsor to influence the discussion around this essential tool so here you'll find as always only the truth, useful painting hacks and a lot of cool ideas ;)
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-11-30 22:18:44 +0000 UTC
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This is only the second part of a full super detailed Step by Step about this cool 75mm display figure from Kimera Models and in the next few weeks you'll be able to follow all the progress of my work.
Set a proper atmosphere, choose the right color scheme and apply it to right values are the foundations for an effective paint job and here you can learn how to transfer this mindset to every kind of model ;)
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-11-30 22:16:27 +0000 UTC
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In this video I'll show you how to work with a 75mm resin figure from Kimera Models!
This is only the first part of a full super detailed Step by Step about this cool display figure and in the next few weeks you'll be able to follow the progress of my work on the model :)
You can apply these finishing techniques, tips and tricks to any kind of model in any scale or material!
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-10-26 08:40:08 +0000 UTC
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Second episode of the series dedicated to Color Theory!!!
This time we talk about light and contrasts (yep plural!) and we'll see 5 ways to improve the look of your models + a juicy final trick!
In this series I'll condense in digestible bites (these are not easy topics but stay with me) a ton of information from a pile of books and years of experience;
we need to expand the boundaries of the miniature world learning from other forms of art. This is the only real way t...
Hello guys! 😁
“Winter is (definitely) coming” and it’s the perfect time to come back to the painting tables.
To stretch the painting muscles, boost the inspiration and tie together our growing community it’s time to officially launch our first community project!!!
Here’s the plan:
You have 3 months to create everything you want on this open theme
❗️“Dark Souls”❗️
Fantasy, sci-fi, historical, dioramas, robots, busts… everyth...
In this video I'll introduce you to the joys of True Metallic Metal with a step by step on my Blasphemous inspired Stormcasts!
NMM is trendy, but metallic paints are a universe yet to be explored, full of possibilities and cool techniques, so this is officially a new series/playlist!
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-10-11 15:30:40 +0000 UTC
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In this week's video, I take you through Object Source Lighting or OSL working on the new model of Gotrek Gurnisson!
This can be a tricky effect to accomplish but if you follow "Da Rules" everything will become simple and fun and an awesome addition to any model and for any level of painting ;)
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-10-04 11:20:33 +0000 UTC
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" ̶ ̶T̶h̶e̶ ̶c̶a̶k̶e̶ Dilution is a lie!"
The second part of last week's video: after introducing the airbrush we can start talking about essential materials and how to use them properly to solve the "problem" of thinning for airbrushing.
No easy answers here but a bit of science, a ton of information and a couple of cool recipes!
The past me would've killed to know this stuff XD XD XD
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-09-27 17:06:22 +0000 UTC
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In this second video of the "Airbrushing for Miniature Painters" series I'll answer to the most common questions about the airbrush:
Why?Who?How?What?Which?Pressure?Colours?Dilution?
I'll also try to dispel some of the myths, misconceptions and disinformation about this tool that is much easier to use (if you know your stuff) than most people think!
This is only the first part of a huge video and next week we'll see practical tips, techniques and materials to support a...
Guys... I can't find the words to thank you enough for your love and support...
This really means a lot for me!
It might seem a bit hypocritical said from here, but you are starting to know me through the videos and our chats and you know that I really believe in this:
my satisfaction doesn't come from the money, it helps, a lot XD (thanks!!!), but it has never been my priority.
I love to share, teach, (hear the sound of my voice lol) and dispel the myths of our hobby and ...
Second episode of the "High quality speed painting" series!
Another run against the clock where I paint the Iron Golems (8 models+1 conversion) using a bunch of different techniques, contrast paints (do you want my secret recipe for rust?!?), inks, acrylics, oils, pigments... in 5 hours!
And this time I stayed inside the 5 hours for real XD
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-09-13 17:32:34 +0000 UTC
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Unboxing and review of one of the most awesome products that came out last year!!! One of my missions here on YouTube is to show you guys new, cool materials and techniques to improve your hobby and I hope this video will help these colors to leave their niche and reach every kind of painter out there!
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-09-12 09:49:54 +0000 UTC
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From Hoth to the Russian plains, from the hive world of Vostroya to the Misty Mountains (yeah, I'm a nerd lol) every gamer at some point needs a way to create snow! Here you can find my recipe, my favourite materials and a couple of "secrets" for realistic and visually interesting snow effects.
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-09-12 09:45:19 +0000 UTC
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You asked for more Blanchitsu and here is some sweet sweet Blanchitsu!
This bloodthirsty Khorne Berserker it’s only the first of a long list of traitor Marines that I plan to re imagine, modify and paint in a grim dark style ( and of course also some loyalists 😉)
Enjoy and SUBSCRIBE ► 2019-09-12 09:35:26 +0000 UTC
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