Tag: Painting

  • Tyranids: A Fresh Coat of Paint

    Tyranids: A Fresh Coat of Paint

    It’s time for a confession: my Tyranid swarm had been lurking in the shadows of the hobby desk for too long. Earlier this year my goal of completing my Tyranid army in 2024 was looking dicey. The problem was entirely of my own creation – the colour scheme. I simply wasn’t happy with my blue…

  • My 2024 hobby goals

    My 2024 hobby goals

    With the New Year freshly dawned, it’s time to assess the battlefield of my hobby projects. This year, the focus is on progress and exploration, with some key objectives in mind: 1. Tyranid Completion: My current Tyranid army sits in a state of promising limbo, partially assembled and primed for greatness. 2024 is the year…

  • How I paint: House Cawdor

    How I paint: House Cawdor

    If you’re a fan of Necromunda and the House Cawdor gang, you’re in for a treat! In this post, I’ll be sharing my personal approach to painting these gritty miniatures. The House Cawdor gang is known for their grimy, industrial aesthetic and their devotion to the Cult of the Redemption. I’ve had a lot of…

  • Review: Dirty Down Rust paint

    After seeing several great videos on YouTube (particularly this one from Artis Opus) I decided to take the plunge and give the new Dirty Down Rust paint a go. I did all the things I’d heard: shake very thoroughly (thankfully it includes a ball bearing to help the mixing process), and make sure things aren’t…