Dagger&Brush Blog
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Iron rain fell – Painting Rome’s Republican Legions
Painting shield designs ain’t easy, but somebody has to do it! Come along and learn a thing or two about the legionaries of Rome and how to paint them.
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A ghost in the attic – Experimenting with object source lighting
Experimenting with OSL sure ain’t easy, but are you painter enough to face the ghost in the attic?
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Shaolin Style – Sculpting a Tree Frog Monk
Hi-Yah! Tree frogs are magnificent animals, but did you know they make excellent Shaolin monks, too? Get the Greenstuff out and follow along!
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Buff Bufos – Sculpting an athropomorphic toad warrior
Ever wanted to sculpt your own miniatures? Here are some tips from a noob that might help you having a smoother start.
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A bard’s Tale – Lem the Halfling
Learn a thing or two about painting brocade patterns. Oh, and stubbles! Even on a smooth talking bard.
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Leather face – Leisynn to Lich Conversion
Do you enjoy the pugent smell of decay? Dou you want to know how to convert Reaper’s Leisynn to an ancient Lich? Then join me and fill your heart with everlasting hatred for the living.
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Snip! Snap! Dragon! – The dreaded Behir
Its eyes betray a cold intelligence, its many-limbed body winds over the forest floor. It seems you startled a Behir! If you don’t move you may learn about painting eyes, reds and scenic basing … lest you don’t end up as lunch.
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Don’t call me knife ear – Elladan Elf Ranger
“Wipe that grin off your face”…famous last words. Don’t make the same mistake and learn about painting worn leather.
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Bravery comes in all sizes – Elliwyn Heatherlark
Do not underestimate a Gnome due to her short stature. Her blade is as sharp as her wits. A Nure-onna had to learn this the hard way.
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Fiery Balls – Chaos Toad Sorcerer
Do you have a problem with fiery balls? No worries, there is a natural remedy. With this one little trick your balls will glow like no other! Chaos gods love him!
Inspiration
If you are just starting out painting miniatures, try
Michael Mordor
For basic to intermediate tutorials look at:
Sorastro
You want to push yourself? Look at these masters:
Sicario Rimini
Kujo Painting
Do you want to give terrain buildign a try? Then look no further than
The Terrain Tutor
You want to become a true master crafter? Then learn from
Luke Towan
Feed of the week
- Our Garage+ Project – Week Three Update 9 August 2021 Mark A. Morin
- Building an Aztec Cityscape – Part 3: Revetments, Lily Pads, and Cattails 9 August 2021 Mark A. Morin
- Building an Aztec Cityscape – Part 2: Pavements 6 August 2021 Mark A. Morin









