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The Way of Water
Surf's up, Chromatic Warrior! This time we're getting wet and wild with some resin and waves. I'm very proud of this piece and the motion it has. Classy! Enjoy!
The Unknown Guardsmen
Name: UnknownDate: UnknownPlanet: UnknownTomorrow will bring in a new year. It's time to bury the past and plan for the future. Make this year the year you feel major improvement. When I ask what your greatest barrier is, whatever the answer is in your head, that is your target.Colors Used:From ...
The Goff Rocker Rollin' Paintjam Rock
Grab your brushes, it's time for a paint competition!To start off the new year, I thought it would be fun to have a contest of sorts based on the Goff Rocker. But I want to run this contest a little differently. In order to receive a reward, all you have to do is complete your model. We will sti...
Goff Rocker Part 4: Rockin Skin
Crank it up! In this final installment we're taking a look at the bare green chest underneath the vest. Real scars, big guitars. We'll also be having a painting contest on this model in the near future. I explain a bit at the end but will make a formal post next week.Color used:From Vallejo,...
Goff Rocker Part 3: Squiggly Amp
Hails and cheers, Chromatic Warriors! In this installation we're having a look at the unfortunate creature that has been made into an amp. It's a fun study on stippling, the tones of red, and rock n' roll. Enjoy!Colors Used:From Vallejo, Violet, Black, Deck Tan, Gunmetal Gray, Deep Yello...
Goff Rocker Part 2: Guitar!
Ahoy, sailor of the seas chromatic! This week we're having look at the Goff Rocker's axe. It's a fun study on reflective material as well as painting white. Enjoy!Colors used:From Vallejo, Neutral Gray, Buff, White, Brass, Gunmetal Gray, Silver, and Black.From Liquitex, Titanium White.
Goff Rocker, Part 1: Leather and Stripes
Waaaagh! It's time for a most musical and orky tutorial. In this first step we're taking a look at the leather and stripey pants. There are helpful approaches to both. Enjoy!I'd also like to add that there will be a painting contest taking place on the Discord featuring this model, or an...
Complete Process: Imperial Guardsmen
Greetings, Chromatic Warriors! This week we're taking a look at the humble guardsmen (Although I think this is a female head). I was inspired by some artwork I found in the book and this gave me more inspiration to work on the concept on a mother tone, sanguine base in this case. It was really f...
Motivation: Accepting the Impossible
The trick is that it's all possible through dedication. Enjoy!
Ultimate Snow!
Winter is coming! I've made a snow tutorial in the past but as I learn better, I want to share the knowledge. I've never been happier with snow basing than now :) Enjoy!
Blood Axe Warboss Part 3: The Banner
Awroooo! The howling squigs of war beckon thy brush to paint a legion of greenskins and ally them beneath one flag. That'll go well. But before we descend into animosity we must create said banner. Here is how we start a war. Enjoy!Colors used:From Vallejo, German Gray, Deck Tan, Black, White, a...
Return From Dragonfall
Life has been busy this month but I'm happy to have found a clearing. Within this busy month I took a trip to Lake Geneva in Wisonsin to teach some classes and enjoy the nerdy things in life.I arrived in the dark with equipment in tow. This is a smaller convention that is growing. I wanted to pr...
Finished, Ishard Quen!
Greetings, fellow Wizard! I'm happy to be able to share this piece I've been working on behind the scenes. You may be aware of it but I was asked to paint this and create a tutorial for Age of Squidmar's most recent Kickstarter. This was a joy to paint and the quality is on point. The mo...
Rahel: Final Touches
A touch here, a touch there. Sometimes a bit of a victory lap on a preciously thought to be completed piece is necessary. After observing this piece and giving myself some feedback I got down to the finishing touches on this legless warlord. Enjoy!
Blood Axe Warboss Part 2: The Skin
Waaaagh! Coming to you from the new studio today, more on that soon :)In this video I'm taking a look at painting that gorgeous green ork flesh, man I love the color green. I've painted hundreds of orks and I think this is the best green skin recipe I've made. Enjoy!Colors used:From Vall...
I'm Moving!
As the title suggests, I'll be moving house on the 16th. It shouldn't interfere with the content here but there's always that chance that chaos wins and I may be waylayed a bit. I'll be getting set up and back to it as soon as I can! There are still more videos to come, I've work...
Blood Axe Warboss Part 1: The Armor
Happy Orktober! To celebrate, I've been working on a Blood Axe Warboss. A big thank you to Robrocop for gifting me this exclusive model. Let's kick it off with some weathered and suitably camo toned armor! Waaagh!Colors used:From Vallejo, Deck Tan, German Camo Dark Green, Camo Olive Green, B...
Rahel: The Bones
Let us discuss the colors that lie within us all once we are skinned and properly dry. This week we're having a look at how I painted them bones. Beyond creating a good looking bone, I'm also demonstrating how I applied a midtone after creating a progression, it was a fun twist on the usual ...
How To Pressmold
Ahoy! This time we're taking a look at a modeling technique I've used from time to time. Casting your own models is a fun experiment, no matter how crude. This item was a challenge but smaller organic shapes are where this really shines, such as a small icon or gemstone you'd like to cop...
What's Next?
I've been I'm a building mood lately. As I've been working on Rahel, other projects have been prepping up.First, I was given the Warhammer+ Warboss model by my friend, Chris. Thanks, Chris! Orks are my happy place. I built this up to be a Blood Axe Warboss and having completed it, I pla...
Rahel, Ambient Red Glow
Rahel is coming together nicely, I've been staring at this piece as I've been working and decided on an ambient red glow. It's always a classy touch and gives me one more option to weave more color communication in. Enjoy!Colors used:From P3, Sanguine Base, Khador Red Base, Khador Red Hi...
Rahel: The Hair
Greeting, Chomatic Warriors! This week we're taking a close look at painting Rahel's hair and understanding it's reflective qualities. Enjoy!Colors Used:From Vallejo, Black, Dark Prussian Blue, and White.From P3, Underbelly Blue and Coal Black.
Rahel: The Face
Time for a face off! Or maybe a face on?..We are taking a look at how I painted the face of Rahel. Emphasizing smoothness and saturation over the rough and craggy approach I'd apply to a more grizzled, male subject. Enjoy!Also, my face is out of focus. I did nothing different and couldn't se...
Rahel Part One: Armor, Fur, and Gold
Here we go again! Taking a mighty fine deep dive into some unchained painting. Our subject will be Rahel from Hera Models. I plan on creating tutorials featuring the face, hair, and ambient light. But first, some things must be established. Enjoy!Colors used:From Vallejo, Dark Prussian Blue, Black, ...
Understanding Light Sources
Greetings, Chromatic Warrior! Might I say, you are looking very smart and talented today. In this video I'm sharing how I've been interpreting what the light is telling me. It's something I've been extra focused on lately. There are many ways to approach lighting and volumes, this is...
Rotmire Creed, Complete Process
Unchaiiiiined! That is our battlecry. I was sent an advance copy of the new Warcry starter and as I'm sure you know by now, I'm a big fan of this game. Every time I get my hands on a new faction, I see it as a chance for some recipe building, which is an art on it's own. How can I create...
Sculpting and Painting Flame
Awroooo, it's a double feature. First I'll be showing you how I sculpted the flame, second, we'll paint said flame. Flame on!This completes the Contemptor Dreadnought as well. On to the next adventure!Colors Used:From Vallejo, Black, White, and Deep Yellow.From P3, Khador Red Highlight.
Lesson With Malcom
Recently I was joined by Malcom for a one on one session, live and in person. I couldn't record the full two days of lessons but I was able to capture some of our insights and progress. Please let me know what you think, it's something a little different and I think variety is good.Apologies...
Working With Decals
Only recently have I developed an appreciation for decals. They're quick and with this approach, they don't look like gloss stickers on your meticulous paintjob. Materials Used:Microsol, Microset, Gloss Varnish, and Matte Varnish.
Necron Prepping
Hails and cheers, Chromatic Warriors! Recently I had a student come a visit me for a one on one lesson. It was a great time and much was unchained. Leading up to that visit I had some prep work to do on a pair of Necron Overlords. A little trimming and a good base that would compliment the models po...
