![]() This method is not about precision it’s about coverage and efficiency. Speed and efficiency are the priority, not “staying within the lines”. Base coat using a large brush and broad, sweeping motions. With a large brush, you quickly apply your primary colors in a way that is reminiscent of a line-chef wielding an 8″ chef’s knife and chopping vegetables for a hot stew. The ‘Slap Chop’ method is a game-changer for speed painting. Base Coating: The Slap Chop MethodĪfter priming, we dive into the base coating. ![]() Some of my favorite primers for work with miniatures.Ī good priming application is especially crucial for “ Descent: Legends of the Dark” miniatures, as it helps preserve their intricate details and helps overlying acrylic paint stick. Working in a well-ventilated area, such as a spray booth, and keeping the air pressure between 25 and 30 PSI is crucial for an even coat. Great for priming and base coating miniatures. My old and trusty Badger Patriot 105 airbrush. READ MORE: BADGER 105 AIRBRUSH FOR PAINTING MINIATURES (REVIEW) Load it straight into your airbrush paint cup. You can use Vallejo Surface Primer straight from the bottle. It’s what I use almost all the time for plastic, resin, and even metal miniatures. If you plan to prime miniatures with an airbrush indoors, a spray booth and a surface primer like Vallejo’s version is a great option. When using an airbrush, like the Badger Patriot 105, I apply the primer straight from the bottle without thinning it. Vallejo Surface Primer is my go-to for its smooth application and quick drying time. The journey to a beautifully painted miniature begins with priming. Helps with comfort and stability while painting miniatures. Used for the ‘Slap Chop’ method during base coating.ĭifferent wash colors for depth and contrast.ĭetailing and customization, especially for focal elements.įor mixing and diluting paints as needed.įor adjusting paint consistency ( how to thin paints for painting miniatures). Range of colors for base coating, washes, and detailing. Maintain air pressure between 25-30 PSI for an even coat.Įssential for speeding up the drying of the base coat. Work in a well-ventilated space if indoors, use a spray booth. Suitable for airbrush priming ( see tutorial) ![]() Recommended for smooth application and quick drying. Supplies and Tools to Speed Paint Miniatures For deeper insights into crucial supplies for miniature painting, explore this essential miniature painting supply article. The core principle is to utilize what’s readily available to you and operate within your budget. This is board game miniature took me less than 10 minutes to finish using the steps shown in this article. You can replace many of these items with whatever you have on hand (be creative!) or even choose to skip some altogether. These aren’t necessary supplies for speed painting minis, or even just painting anything it’s just what I use. ![]()
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