Paint Perspective - Miniature Painting Podcast

Whether you're just picking up your first brush or you've been painting Warhammer miniatures for years, having a hobby community can completely change your experience.

In this video, we're talking about why every Warhammer painter needs a community around them, from sharing painting tips and staying motivated to making new friends who enjoy the hobby just as much as you do.

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We also chat about:
🎨 Why hobby communities help you improve faster
💬 Expanding our Discord server and what we want it to become
⚔️ Our very first Warhammer communities and how they shaped our hobby journey
📸 Sharing projects, getting feedback, and celebrating progress together

Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here:
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Timestamps:

Intro: 00:00:00
Monday Morning Chats: 00:00:36
Patreon Upgrades: 00:03:43
Discord Updates: 00:05:27
White Dwarf: 00:05:52
Discord Monthly Challenges: 00:12:31
Longer Painting Challenges: 00:22:53
Why Every Warhammer Painter Needs a Hobby Community: 00:23:48
How we got into Warhammer: 00:24:16
Getting Hobby Inspiration: 00:37:30
Our first Hobby Communities: 00:44:08
Why the hobby helps Mental Health: 00:47:08
Warhammer Book Club: 00:48:32
Social Media for Warhammer: 00:52:12
Warhammer Midnight Releases: 01:04:50
Tracking your Progress in Communities: 01:08:56
Summary: 01:17:04

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Support the show

Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry.

Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

In episode 137 of Paint Perspective, Paul and James unbox the new 11th Edition Armageddon box for Warhammer 40,000 and take a deep dive into everything inside.

From their first impressions of the box to close-up looks at the sprues, miniatures and books, the guys discuss what makes this release so exciting and whether it could be one of the best Warhammer 40K starter boxes yet.

They also take a closer look at the value of the set, who it's aimed at, and which miniatures they're most looking forward to building and painting.

Expect discussions on:

📦 Every miniature and sprue in the box
📖 A look through the books and contents
🎨 Which models we're most excited to build and paint
💰 The value of the set and who it's for
⚔️ How it compares to previous Warhammer 40K box sets
🔥 Our honest first impressions

Let us know your thoughts on the Armageddon box in the comments. Will you be picking one up?

Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here:
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Timestamps:

Intro: 00:00:00
Monday Morning Chats: 00:00:38
Ghaz Update 00:01:00
James Has a Holiday! Iron Warriors: 00:7:00
Traitor Sanquinius Custom Service: 00:7:00
Unboxing Armageddon: 00:15:37
Transfer Sheet: 00:18:05
Warboss & Captain: 00:20:12
Wartrakk: 00:24:52
Ancient & Chaplain: 00:25:42
Intercessors: 00:27:20
Banner Boss / Boss Nob / Paintboy / Ancient: 00:29:23
Vanguard Vets: 00:30:27
Librarian: 00:31:28
Boyz & Boss Nobz: 00:33:05
Gun Rig: 00:37:17
Land Speeder: 00:38:41
Cards & Books: 00:41:26
Overall Thoughts on 11th Edition Box: 00:47:09
Leviathan or Armageddon? 00:48:06
How Good is Armageddon for Conversion?: 01:01:48
Leviathan vs Armageddon: 01:05:25
Outro/Aftershow: 01:08:03

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Support the show

Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry.

Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

The airbrush is one of the most talked-about tools in miniature painting, but do you really need one? In this episode, we take a closer look at some of the biggest myths, misconceptions and frustrations surrounding airbrushing. From whether it's worth the investment to when it can genuinely improve your painting, we break down the reality of using an airbrush for Warhammer miniatures and tabletop armies.

Whether you're thinking about buying your first airbrush or wondering if you're getting the most out of the one you already own, this episode is packed with practical advice and hobby insights.

In Episode 136 of Paint Perspective, Paul and James discuss everything airbrush, from proper use to maintenance and whether everyone should have one despite their skill levels.

Expect discussions on:

🖌️ How to get better results from your airbrush
💰 Is an airbrush worth the cost?
❌ When an airbrush isn't the right tool for the job
⚡ Simple ways to paint faster and more efficiently
🎨 The truth about airbrushing in miniature painting

Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here:
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PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Trailer
00:00:55 Recovering from UKGE
00:02:12 Hobby Updates
00:04:57 Iron Warriors Update
00:11:34 White Dwarf
00:15:00 Is Airbrushing Cheating? 
00:17:21 Are Spray Cans better or enough? 
00:20:25 Airbrush Misconceptions 
00:23:50 Pressure & Trigger Control
00:28:57 Common Mistakes
00:33:14 Dilution
00:35:37 Why Airbrushes Matter
00:41:15  Choosing an Airbrush
00:47:12  Where Problems Start
00:50:28 Airbrush Hobby Hacks
00:53:51 Cleaning Inside the Airbrush
00:58:53 Dual Action or Single Action
01:01:35 Stopping Blockages Hack
01:10:00 Backflow or Not?
01:14:54 Thinner, Cleaner or Water?
01:15:50 Flow Improver & Closing Thoughts
Outro/Aftershow: 01:23:30
Support the show

Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry.

Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

On Episode 135 of Paint Perspective, James and Paul look back on an incredible weekend at UK Games Expo and share their experiences exhibiting as a company at one of the biggest tabletop gaming events in the UK.

From setting up the stand and meeting hobbyists face-to-face to the highs, challenges, surprises, and lessons learned along the way, the guys discuss what it was really like behind the scenes of UKGE.

Was it worth the effort? What worked? What would we do differently next time? Join us as we reflect on the event, the community, and everything that made UK Games Expo such a memorable experience.

If you stopped by the stand, thank you for your support. It was fantastic meeting so many members of the hobby community and putting faces to names.

#UKGamesExpo #Warhammer #MiniaturePainting #TabletopGaming #PaintPerspective

Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here:
WAYLAND GAMES ➡️ https://www.waylandgames.co.uk
COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8
GET YOUR IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️  https://shorturl.at/nucWe
BOOK A CLASS ➡️  https://shorturl.at/ory37
LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293
DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68
PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios

Timestamps:

Intro: 00:00:00
Monday Morning Chats: 00:00:34
White Dwarf: 00:05:00
UKGE: 00:07:33
Charity Army: 00:46:15
Outro: 00:48:50

》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV
》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout!
》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff

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Support the show

Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry.

Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

In episode 134 of Paint Perspective, Paul and James discuss hobby burnout, something every painter experiences at some point in their hobby journey.
They explore the common causes of burnout, how to spot the signs, and share their own experiences of overcoming it. From changing projects and trying new techniques to resetting expectations and finding enjoyment in the process again, the pair cover a range of practical ways to reignite your motivation.
If you've been struggling to pick up a brush or feeling stuck in a hobby rut, this episode is packed with ideas to help you get back to doing what you love.
Support the show

Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry.

Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts