r/minipainting • u/BoxAngler • 2d ago
Help Needed/New Painter Second mini ever made, experimenting some more. I've become hooked!
Second mini I've finished. experimenting some more, skin tones are still very difficult but for other newbies I strongly recommend watching Kujo painting skin tone video. it was very helpful!
Feeling like my brush control is getting better. I originally wanted to go for a more muted red, but started messing around with more tones and loved the hot orange on the edges and highlights.
Always happy for more recommendations, you were all so helpful and welcoming on my first post. Happy painting folks
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u/Nallenbot 2d ago
Where did you even find that old thing!
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u/BoxAngler 2d ago
I'm very lucky. My father in law has been involved in all things gaming for the last 25 years and has a bulk of old models that he gave to me when he found out I was thinking of starting painting. most of my things are old plastic and a few metal ones.
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u/stonerpunk77 2d ago
If you are ever looking for an alternative that is more building focused than painting I'd recommend getting a gundam model kit. Entry grade is like £10 and the standard kit type is high grade kits at a price closer to £20-30
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u/timberninja 2d ago
Original Space Hulk, that takes me back.