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Miniature Painting: Techniques
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The term miniature relates first of all to technique and identification and only secondly to the size of a painting. One can produce a 12-inch painting which is ... a miniature. The size of a miniature is traditionally described as small enough to carry in a person's hand, pocket or bag. But this implies that sizes can vary enormously. Presumably, as long as the miniature technique is observed, a wall could be painted in miniature, even though the preciousness of the hand-held miniature would be lost. This technique is a specialized means of producing a prefect balance of color and detail in a series of thinly applied colors, intended to reflect light, within the boundary of a small frame.
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This is a mailing list for anyone interested in the wonderful hobby of collecting and painting metal miniatures. This list will primarily focus on individual miniatures, and not on painting large groups, e.g. WH40K armies. There are many other fine groups out there to cover that topic. Topics can (and should) include: painting, conversions, questions, techniques, and general discussion on who makes the best mini's. Topics that are forbidden at the current time: army list discussions, army color schemes, any rules questions of any kind, flaming, bashing, name-calling, offensive language, online store griping, and the casting of copyrighted miniatures. Please respect these guidelines, it will make the list better for everyone involved.
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The rest of the course was devoted to painting individual miniatures. The long sessions allowed students to better understand and explore the technique of miniature painting. The colours displayed in the original paintings with their contrasting surfaces of drapery, clothing, hair and jewels provided students with inspiration and an interesting challenge.
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Staining: In this technique of miniature painting, a diluted paint is applied over a light basecoat, such that it flows freely over the surface. The aim is to highlight and shade at the same time.
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This technique, combined with an awareness of “light-sourcing” is what is used by many contemporary miniature painters to accomplish smooth, realistically painted miniatures. Ever heard of NMM (Non-Metallic Metal)? Thinned paint is necessary to achieve good results with NMM. (more…)
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