Thanks so much, Lyla and kitties! This was super helpful, because something that was sometimes a stumbling block for me was feeling like I needed to paint every model to a competition-ready level when they just need to be ready for the tabletop. So your demonstration of different techniques and emphases depending on context (gameplay, social media, competition) was super helpful, especially since a lot of twenty-minute painting tutorials on TH-cam don't always take into account that their techniques need to be viable for someone's attention span across a unit of at least ten models, in some cases dozens of them. Comparing myself to established painters on social media has sometimes had its uses when I'm looking for reference photos but has more often than not simply made me feel like I'm not doing enough. So this video was a blessing to see, particularly for its focus (no matter your skill level and no matter which specific context you're painting for) on honing and mastering the fundamentals until you feel comfortable enough to experiment with them, and it was very much appreciated. Blessings!
This is so super-helpful! You're absolutely right: being drawn in by the glitz and glamor of the cult of the new is tempting and leads to lots of time spent with wheels spinning!
Wonderful video! I've painted for 39 years. My wife, 9. Your general concept of embracing the familiar and the real vs. chasing new shiny is spot on for both of us. Nice job.
A line attributed to George Lucas when shown a Apple Mac mock up for a background, 'Good enough is good enough'. If you are not painting for competition or display, this is what everyone should remember. Plus I believe that in the early days the GW 'Eavy Metal team only painted the front of the models because that was all that was seen in the photos so for most games the back detail isn't important as you are the only one who would see it - actually love to see that in an official GW tournament. Great video.
Reference photos! I learned this in 7th grade art class back in 1970 and have never given it much thought since it's just been what I do for both models and minis. Great to call it out. I also fought the paint pot of the week battle for over a year (and took the associated hit to the wallet). A month back, I watched a vid on using craft paints (blasphemy) and picked up Testor's Craft line in a 36 bottle range. And it was an "et voilà!" moment - they provide excellent opacity, consistent pigmentation, consistent viscosity, easily mixed, easily thinned, work with brushes and airbrushes, and $29 for 36, 2oz bottles. At my current thinning rate, I suspect that these 2oz bottles will each become 5oz to 6oz of usable paints.
I’m such a big fan of painting from reference! I mostly paint dnd minis, and have been focusing on monsters. I like looking at photos of real life animals to understand texture, form, and basic colors, and at fantasy art to get inspired for the overall color pallet and lighting.
Recently I've gotten more invested in one line of paint, and I can attest to how much of a difference that makes in simply knowing how everything will work together. Great video!
Just the video I needed today. Getting out of personal habits and painting mentally and physically. So you video helped feed my mental side and off to paint for the physical.
I love your advice about finding a paint line you like and stick with it. Thats exactly what I did. I had so many brands. So I bought an Army Pinter Mega Set, and gave everything else away. 🙂
Great video, I actually did a lecture at my old animation uni on a similar topic a few years back. Procedure, workflow and knowing where to focus your effort is such an important part of building speed and efficiency in your work, but I often see newer artists focus too much on only the act of drawing/painting to the neglect of everything else. It's really hard to physically just paint mini's faster, but so much we can do with workflow and preparation to help us get us get our plastic painted.
Huh, funny you say that...half of the time I just plunge in headfirst and start doing it and things just happen quickly because I'm not overthinking it. I also know my Vallejo and P3 paints well enough by now I can afford to do that. It's when I start to thinking "Hey, what am I doing here and how am I gonna DO this," is when it slows down for me. Really enjoyable and informative video as usual, Miss Lyla!
And now I have the terrifying image of a group of Termagants who discovered Red Bull in my mind.... Thanks, Lyla! Loved the video and the sentiment. Speed is more about reps and knowing what you're good at and what corners you can cut depending on the result you want than it is using whichever brand of contrast style paints are new this week.
Great video Lyla 🖌💜😺!!! The tip about reference is so important!!! Glad to see you saying it, as I see almost no one else talking about reference in the mini painting sphere, despite, like you said, it being the absolute default in every other form of art education and so important for all forms of art!!! Good stuff ✨
O frabjous day! Callooh! Callay! New content from Lyla Mev! Never seen a cat that peaceful! Please more videos about non metallic metal and advices to mix the colors.
Another basic that some people skip is that it also pays to organize your workspace before (à la mise en place). Setting up the tools, brushes, and paints you're going to use, in order of use or how frequently you need it, really speeds up the session.
Simple solution for painting Warhammer 40K miniatures. If you paint everyone in the colors of the Alpha Legion then you save money on paint supplies. Don't buy into all the gimmicky paints, we are all Alpharius.
All my paints are organized, by my process is not. That's the hardest thing for me (especially since im distracted easily) I've never heard of recipe keeping before. I've always just used reference photos and gone on my own thing. I tried and failed nmm (it looks like stone) but need a recipe to follow. I have a lot of skin recipes, so I'll be sure to put them down! Ty so much!❤
I love the idea of “pick one technique to focus on and stick with that,” but I get stuck in a choice paralysis of “which one do I pick?” There are a hundred different ways to paint and all of them say they’re the best.
Regarding the "Master your arsenal" bit? I cannot master wet blending. It is my achille's heel technique, and I just cannot get it to work. What I can do is layering and drybrushing. There have been times when someone asks me what brand airbrush I use, and I say "Size 20/0 round, sable hair..." You master a technique, and I mean, truly master it, you can get results that people will not believe are from such basic techniques.
Hi, wanna se if you can help me since I have a small time per day to paint, is there some kind of container or something like that to pour my paints while I'm painting and leave them there in case of something comes up for some hours but not get dry my paints?
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Thanks so much, Lyla and kitties! This was super helpful, because something that was sometimes a stumbling block for me was feeling like I needed to paint every model to a competition-ready level when they just need to be ready for the tabletop. So your demonstration of different techniques and emphases depending on context (gameplay, social media, competition) was super helpful, especially since a lot of twenty-minute painting tutorials on TH-cam don't always take into account that their techniques need to be viable for someone's attention span across a unit of at least ten models, in some cases dozens of them. Comparing myself to established painters on social media has sometimes had its uses when I'm looking for reference photos but has more often than not simply made me feel like I'm not doing enough. So this video was a blessing to see, particularly for its focus (no matter your skill level and no matter which specific context you're painting for) on honing and mastering the fundamentals until you feel comfortable enough to experiment with them, and it was very much appreciated. Blessings!
This is so super-helpful! You're absolutely right: being drawn in by the glitz and glamor of the cult of the new is tempting and leads to lots of time spent with wheels spinning!
using a reference photo is the best cheat code for painting ever. I love your videos. Thank you
Thanks! Reference photos are so valuable!
Wonderful video!
I've painted for 39 years. My wife, 9. Your general concept of embracing the familiar and the real vs. chasing new shiny is spot on for both of us.
Nice job.
That's how my wife and I feel!
Thanks for not skipping mindset. Awesome way to start.
A great list of reminders! Now, it’s time to slay some grey!
A line attributed to George Lucas when shown a Apple Mac mock up for a background, 'Good enough is good enough'. If you are not painting for competition or display, this is what everyone should remember. Plus I believe that in the early days the GW 'Eavy Metal team only painted the front of the models because that was all that was seen in the photos so for most games the back detail isn't important as you are the only one who would see it - actually love to see that in an official GW tournament. Great video.
Reference photos! I learned this in 7th grade art class back in 1970 and have never given it much thought since it's just been what I do for both models and minis. Great to call it out.
I also fought the paint pot of the week battle for over a year (and took the associated hit to the wallet). A month back, I watched a vid on using craft paints (blasphemy) and picked up Testor's Craft line in a 36 bottle range. And it was an "et voilà!" moment - they provide excellent opacity, consistent pigmentation, consistent viscosity, easily mixed, easily thinned, work with brushes and airbrushes, and $29 for 36, 2oz bottles. At my current thinning rate, I suspect that these 2oz bottles will each become 5oz to 6oz of usable paints.
I’m such a big fan of painting from reference! I mostly paint dnd minis, and have been focusing on monsters. I like looking at photos of real life animals to understand texture, form, and basic colors, and at fantasy art to get inspired for the overall color pallet and lighting.
"Weapons of mass creation "!!! Funny 😂
Simple tips we all need to hear once in a while as we are inundated each week with the method of the week videos. Thank you for keeping us grounded.
I will argue about dropping the speed metal playlist. But knowing for what purpose you paint is crucial!
Recently I've gotten more invested in one line of paint, and I can attest to how much of a difference that makes in simply knowing how everything will work together. Great video!
I found some formula P3 and green stuff World work really great together...
Just the video I needed today. Getting out of personal habits and painting mentally and physically. So you video helped feed my mental side and off to paint for the physical.
Glad I could help!
I love your advice about finding a paint line you like and stick with it. Thats exactly what I did. I had so many brands. So I bought an Army Pinter Mega Set, and gave everything else away. 🙂
I think the cooles part of this hobbie is the community and camradarie. Also your cats are hilarious.
I love your channel. I’m just starting out with mini painting but I’ve learned SO much from you. Thanks so much for all you do Lyla!!! ❤
Great video, I actually did a lecture at my old animation uni on a similar topic a few years back. Procedure, workflow and knowing where to focus your effort is such an important part of building speed and efficiency in your work, but I often see newer artists focus too much on only the act of drawing/painting to the neglect of everything else. It's really hard to physically just paint mini's faster, but so much we can do with workflow and preparation to help us get us get our plastic painted.
Huh, funny you say that...half of the time I just plunge in headfirst and start doing it and things just happen quickly because I'm not overthinking it. I also know my Vallejo and P3 paints well enough by now I can afford to do that. It's when I start to thinking "Hey, what am I doing here and how am I gonna DO this," is when it slows down for me. Really enjoyable and informative video as usual, Miss Lyla!
great video!
Thanks!
Some really useful tips in here, and I felt naive in parts because I hadn’t considered them! Every day is a school day! Great video
And now I have the terrifying image of a group of Termagants who discovered Red Bull in my mind.... Thanks, Lyla!
Loved the video and the sentiment. Speed is more about reps and knowing what you're good at and what corners you can cut depending on the result you want than it is using whichever brand of contrast style paints are new this week.
Dang... I have been jumping techniques WAY too frequently. Time to pick a path for a while! Thank you for the video, great as always!
No technique jumping!
As always, your videos are concise and well done. Great advice, some humour, and cats!
Great video Lyla 🖌💜😺!!!
The tip about reference is so important!!! Glad to see you saying it, as I see almost no one else talking about reference in the mini painting sphere, despite, like you said, it being the absolute default in every other form of art education and so important for all forms of art!!! Good stuff ✨
"all about that basecoat" LOL
Thank you lots & more laylah! Best one online!
Always love seeing a new video from you!
O frabjous day! Callooh! Callay! New content from Lyla Mev! Never seen a cat that peaceful! Please more videos about non metallic metal and advices to mix the colors.
Fantastic video, as always!
Glad you enjoy them!
Awesome video Lyla!!!
Calling out reference photos is so important!
Great video. Thanks
Awesome tips, thank you.
Good video, good tips. Thanks!
Another basic that some people skip is that it also pays to organize your workspace before (à la mise en place). Setting up the tools, brushes, and paints you're going to use, in order of use or how frequently you need it, really speeds up the session.
I have considered doing a video of your mise!
Great video! Thanks
I just saw in person the sculpture you showed in the video
1:28
Reciple?
Commenting for engagement!
YOU'RE THE BEST
Some great advice here
Love your videos!
Simple solution for painting Warhammer 40K miniatures. If you paint everyone in the colors of the Alpha Legion then you save money on paint supplies. Don't buy into all the gimmicky paints, we are all Alpharius.
I've doubled up my blood angel vehicles by painting them phasing into alpha legion colours so I can use for both armies!
Great painting tips in a cat video!!! Oh... I had that backwards, CATS IN A GREAT PAINTING TIPS VIDEO!!!!!! Love your videos Lyla!
Which cat there are two.
@NutsInAShell-xt3yd that's why it says "CATS", for the multiple cats.
All my paints are organized, by my process is not. That's the hardest thing for me (especially since im distracted easily)
I've never heard of recipe keeping before. I've always just used reference photos and gone on my own thing. I tried and failed nmm (it looks like stone) but need a recipe to follow. I have a lot of skin recipes, so I'll be sure to put them down! Ty so much!❤
Thanks for sharing. I enjoy these vids so much when I’m struggling with motivation!
I love the idea of “pick one technique to focus on and stick with that,” but I get stuck in a choice paralysis of “which one do I pick?” There are a hundred different ways to paint and all of them say they’re the best.
Love your vids, but my lanta your wet pallet gives me anxiety 😂
I love all of Lyla Mev's videos!
Thanks!
1:01 less time head scratching and more time.....oh, masterpiece making 😂
write the paint recipes in a sketchbook as the bless for me, that save lot of time.. thanks for the video.
Regarding the "Master your arsenal" bit? I cannot master wet blending. It is my achille's heel technique, and I just cannot get it to work. What I can do is layering and drybrushing. There have been times when someone asks me what brand airbrush I use, and I say "Size 20/0 round, sable hair..." You master a technique, and I mean, truly master it, you can get results that people will not believe are from such basic techniques.
Smooth is fast, fast is smooth.
Maybe I want some awkward first date paints
Hi, wanna se if you can help me since I have a small time per day to paint, is there some kind of container or something like that to pour my paints while I'm painting and leave them there in case of something comes up for some hours but not get dry my paints?
Never thought to actually document the blends. Wtf that is going to change my life lol
Do you mind sharing the steps you used to get the base at 5:25?
The female shaman she uses in that clip is found in her video about 'smoke shading' about 4 mos ago.
Can we talk about how to keep recipes?
And maybe where to find some to begin with?
the mona lisa on the left lookslike shes infront of a diorama
0:35 But I *like* my speedmetal playlist...
Damn avocado toasts! Stealing my followers!
I’ve got some hearing loss so… Fabric = give ‘crap hatchna go’? Can you please repeat that for a deaf dude? Thanks!
"Rough fabric? Give cross-hatching a go!"
I guess 80/20 and the Pareto principle didn't quite fit.
This video is sponsored by cat 😂
Sorry all I saw was kitties 😸
Unrelated
But your teeth are kinda cool