Paints & tools, Reviews

Review: Mr. Mark Setter & Softer NEO – better than Microsol?

Mr. Mark Setter & Softer NEO
6.0

Today we’ll review Mr. Mark Setter and Softer NEO from Japanese scale modelling brand Mr. Hobby, a two-product solution for perfectly conformed decals with a “painted on” look. Can these products affix a chapter icon to a curved shoulder pad with no wrinkles or bubbles? And how will they compare to Microsol from Microscale? Find out more in this review.

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Paints & tools, Reviews

Review: Gamemaster Dungeons & Caverns Core Set by The Army Painter

The Army Painter Gamemaster Dungeons & Caverns Core Set Front
8.0

The Army Painter’s new Gamemaster Dungeons & Caverns Core Set contains everything to start scratch-building terrain: tools, paints, XPS foam, sand, tufts, and more. But the set is actually not limited to dungeon settings, only your imagination will be the limit. If you would like to start making your own terrain just like in the old days, then you need to take a look at this decent value boxed set.

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Paints & tools, ToP Tips

ToP Tip: 5 reasons why should use a wet palette (even if you’re not a pro painter)

For over 20 years I didn’t use a wet palette, just random stuff like old CDs to pour my paint onto. I always thought a wet palette is only for wet blending masters and Golden Demon level paint jobs with a lot of intricate paint mixes, but not for me, who uses most paints straight out of the bottle. I didn’t consider a wet palette to be an essential hobby item, but having made the switch, oh, how wrong I was. In this post, I tell you five ways a wet palette will improve your painting no matter your skill level.

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