Paint Perspective - Miniature Painting Podcast

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

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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

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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

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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

In Episode 133 of Paint Perspective, James and Paul sit down to explore three miniature painting styles / languages: Box Art, Grimdark, and Volumetric painting, and how each approach can create completely different results for your Warhammer models.
From clean and vibrant studio finishes to dark and gritty realism, all the way through to dramatic competition-style lighting, the guys discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each style, who they might suit best, and how finding the right approach can completely change your hobby journey.
Whether you are painting for the tabletop, social media, or competition display cabinets, this episode is all about helping you discover which style might be right for you or fun to try. 
Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here:
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Timestamps:

00:00:00: Intro
00:00:33: Monday Morning Chats
00:10:57: Warhammer Painting Styles
00:12:00: Box Art / Eavy  Metal
00:26:16: Grim Dark
00:50:31: Volumetric
01:14:28: Outro/Aftershow

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》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 132 of Paint Perspective, Paul and James review the brand new Armageddon 11th Edition box!

They review the biggest release for 40k in recent times, discussing how the newest miniatures compare to older models and what this means for the 40k world moving forward into 11th edition!

Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here:
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Timestamps:
00:00:00: Intro
00:00:34: Monday Morning Chat
00:08:10: 11th Edition Box
00:09:10: 11th Edition Orks
00:36:20: 11th Edition Blood Angels
00:55:34: Our Top Picks
01:04:06: Outro/Aftershow

》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