ToP Tip: The best paints & hacks for Slapchop & zenithal basecoats
Why is no one talking about Slapchop anymore? In this video, I’m painting the new Clanrats from Skaventide BUT I’m challenging myself to use colours from all five major Contrast-style paint ranges to finally determine who makes the best paint for Slapchop. Plus, I’ll be sharing some of my best tips and hacks to help you take your “one coat” paint game to the next level.
ToP Tip: The best warm & cool red paints
I’ve put together two new colour palettes for you, this time focusing on the colour red. In this post, you’ll find my favourite miniature paints for a warm and cool red, from light to dark.
Review: Pro Acryl Rogue Hobbies & Flameon Miniatures Signature Series & Adepticon paint set
In this review, we look at the three new Pro Acryl paint sets. In mid-2024, Monument Hobbies expanded their popular paint range with two new Signature Series Sets, once again in collaboration with well-known painters and content creators. We are treated with six vibrant colours from Louise Sugden of Rogue Hobbies and NMM gold from Flameon Miniatures. The Adepticon team also had the opportunity to put together a paint set.
ToP Tip: The best sea green & petrol paints
In this post, I have put together two palettes, each with four shades from my collection. Two rather muted colours: a cool, muted blue-green, and a blue-grey that leans towards petrol.
ToP Tip: Top 10 Pro Acryl paints
I tested all 126 colours in the Pro Acryl range, including the brand-new Signature Series sets from Flameon Miniatures and Louise from Rogue Hobbies. In this video, I reveal what I think are the must-haves and explain why Bold Titanium White didn’t make the cut. Whether you’re already familiar with Pro Acryl or have only experience with paints from say Games Workshop or The Army Painter, this post will help you find the perfect addition to your paint collection.
Review: Green Stuff World Opaque Colors
Do you remember the Foundation paints from Citadel in the 2000s or the Heavy Opaque paints from Vallejo? Here comes Green Stuff World’s answer: 24 new Opaque Colors with extra high coverage. In this review, I answer the question of whether the Opaque Colors reinvent the wheel or not.
ToP Tip: The best gold & copper paints
Today, I have two quartets of metallic paints for you. One set consists of warm golds, perfect for Stormcast Eternals, Adeptus Custodes, or any golden details. The other set includes four reddish copper tones ranging from light to dark, perhaps an inspiration for painting the various infernal Skaven contraceptions in Age of Sigmar’s new Skaventide box.
Review: New Vallejo Model Color range
All you need to know about the updated Vallejo Model Color range in one review. I’ve tested all 220 colours and will address all your burning questions. How does the new Model Color compare to the old version? Did they simply adopt the Game Color formula? Which colours were discontinued, and which new colours were added? And do they suffer from the same bubbling issue that some people have complained about with the new Game Colors?
Review: KRYDRUFI All-in-one modular art box
Do you have limited hobby space and appreciate modular storage solutions with a clever design that pack away neatly? Then the KRYDRUFI All-in-one modular art box might be just what you’re looking for, combining water containers, brush holders, and a wet palette. This Kickstarter-funded product is now freely available, and in this review, we’ll take a closer look at it.
ToP Tip: Best chocolate brown paints
In this edition of Stahly’s Paint Picks, we’re going chocolaty. I’ll show you a colour palette of 8 paints, starting with a light latte macchiato, going through mocha, and ending with a warm, dark chocolate brown. Perfect for painting leather, dark skin, horses, and much more.
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