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Category / Arid / Terrain

  • Shaped by time – Wind-swept rocks for your gaming table

    Part three of the arid terrain series shows you how to build simple rock outcroppings from scratch. So take a pick and chisel and come along, but mind your step.

  • Sand in your shoes – A tutorial on arid rough terrain

    In this second installement of the arid terrain series we build an area that features fine, wavy sand, where with each step your troops or characters sink deeper, adding to the exhaustion of sun and thirst.

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    Mirage – Making a dry desert lake or Oasis

    The desert is not only home to thousands of plant and animal species, it also has a simple beauty to it. How can we capture this with terrain pieces? In this first post of a series on arid terrain I show you how to make a dry desert lake.

  • Lines in the Sand – A review of the AK Gravel and Sand Fixer

    Do you need to fixate fine sand or even pigments, but also need a very matte finish? Maybe this product is for you. I did all the leg work and took it for a spin.

  • Fire and Ice – Experiments with the Golden Crackle Paste

    No matter if you want a dry, lava or frozen lake, crackle paste is your friend! Learn more about this stuff an how to use it effectively.

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

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