Get demonstrations and hands-on help painting the hair on your miniatures. Emphasis on layer, feather and glaze techniques that work for any hair color and style. All materials and a handout provided, prepped figures from Dark Sword Miniatures to work on in class. Bring examples of your work.
Shaky shading, horrible highlights? Get beyond the basic techniques of drybrush and washes to make your minis look better! Follow along as you learn and practice techniques to build smoother transitions from shadow to highlight. Emphasis on layer/feather and glaze. This is hands-on with minis, materials, and handout provided. Feel free to bring your own projects, brushes, and paints.
Don't settle for painting your mini bases green! I'll demonstrate simple techniques to create fast and good gaming-style bases. Participants will have an opportunity to make their own base, either on bases provided or please feel free to bring your own miniature(s). All materials provided, and participants will have the opportunity to test the Vallejo line of Stone and Water effects.
Don't settle for painting your mini bases green! I'll demonstrate simple techniques to create fast and good gaming-style bases. Participants will have an opportunity to make their own base, either on bases provided or please feel free to bring your own miniature(s). All materials provided, and participants will have the opportunity to test the Vallejo line of Stone and Water effects.
If you've had practice with highlights and shadows and want to begin experimenting with NMM, this class is perfect. Discussion of techniques, with samples, demonstrations, and some hands-on instruction. Please bring your own brushes and samples of your recent work.
If you've had practice with highlights and shadows and want to begin experimenting with NMM, this class is perfect. Discussion of techniques, with samples, demonstrations, and some hands-on instruction. Please bring your own brushes and samples of your recent work.
Your Browns look boring? Tired of painting the same old Brown Leather? Or the same old Brown Cloak? Add interest to your browns and tans, pick the right tone of brown for your composition, and learn to shade/highlight different browns. Discussion of techniques and demonstrations. Please bring samples of your recent work.
Frustrated with chalky skin? Bored with the same color skin every time? Make female skin more feminine and male skin more masculine. Discussion of techniques, with samples, demonstrations, and some hands-on instruction. Please bring your own brushes and samples of your recent work.
Baffled by the dreaded "green stuff?" Whether you're completely new to sculpting or an experienced conversionista, this is the the class for you! Learn how to customize your existing figures and create your own from scratch with professional sculptor Matt Gubser in this hands-on workshop. All tools and materials will be provided.
Baffled by the dreaded "green stuff?" Whether you're completely new to sculpting or an experienced conversionista, this is the the class for you! Learn how to customize your existing figures and create your own from scratch with professional sculptor Matt Gubser in this hands-on workshop. All tools and materials will be provided.
Learn to sculpt swords, axes and much more with sculptor Tom Mason. Several hands-on demonstrations will cover numerous techniques for sculpting any weapon you can imagine. All supplies included and no previous sculpting experience is required.
Want to join a competition but can't get your pictures to come out right? Attend this basic break down of photography and learn how to apply it to photographing your minis and even your enemies across the table! Individual minis and even full armies will be discussed! It will also teach you how to select the right camera for the right mini. Please bring a mini and a camera. Handouts will be provided.
Want to join a competition but can't get your pictures to come out right? Attend this basic break down of photography and learn how to apply it to photographing your minis and even your enemies across the table! Individual minis and even full armies will be discussed! It will also teach you how to select the right camera for the right mini. Please bring a mini and a camera. Handouts will be provided.
Ok, so you’re really good and all your friends ask you to take their pictures. Why a photo workshop? To get even better! In this advanced photography workshop we explore how to build on what you already know and do. From background selection, lighting techniques and short cuts, this class will get your pictures to come out just right. Please bring a camera, miniatures and questions. Handouts will be provided, but bring pen and paper.
Ok, so you’re really good and all your friends ask you to take their pictures. Why a photo workshop? To get even better! In this advanced photography workshop we explore how to build on what you already know and do. From background selection, lighting techniques and short cuts, this class will get your pictures to come out just right. Please bring a camera, miniatures and questions. Handouts will be provided, but bring pen and paper.
Join professional sculptor Michael Brower as he teaches how to start sculpting your own models. He covers basic tool techniques, how to get your putty to do what you want, and how to avoid common problems. Sculpting putty and basic tools will be supplied.
Have a blast and learn new tricks and tips with painter Robert "Jester" Cruse as he demonstrates techniques to paint miniatures quickly and completely. Students should bring a good 0 or 00 brush, palette, and paints (some will be available) for maximum schooling. Handout will be provided... This is a follow-along hands-on painting class (miniature provided) for those that wish to participate.
Have a blast and learn new tricks and tips with painter Robert "Jester" Cruse as he demonstrates techniques to paint miniatures quickly and completely. Students should bring a good 0 or 00 brush, palette, and paints (some will be available) for maximum schooling. Handout will be provided... This is a follow-along hands-on painting class (miniature provided) for those that wish to participate.
Your last attempt at painting red leave your face scarlet? Learn secrets to improve the look of your reds, cadmiums and all things vermillion from miniature painter Robert "Jester" Cruse. Open discussion and close-up demonstration, plus after-class handout offered. Bring your brushes and paints if you wish to follow along. A single miniature provided for those painting along; otherwise, students are welcome to watch the demonstration.
Veteran painter Derek Schubert explains how to simulate various lighting effects, such as ambient lighting (moonlight or torchlight) and glowing objects. Class covers concepts, characteristics of light sources, interaction of light and surfaces, and techniques. Bring your own figures for comments and suggestions.
Veteran painter Derek Schubert explains how to simulate various lighting effects, such as ambient lighting (moonlight or torchlight) and glowing objects. Class covers concepts, characteristics of light sources, interaction of light and surfaces, and techniques. Bring your own figures for comments and suggestions.
Join Master Sculptor and GoH Tom Meier as he presents an overview of basic principles of sculpting miniatures in epoxy, control of the structure, mass and surface of the model and a look at some commonplace problems of miniatures.
Join Master Sculptor and GoH Tom Meier as he presents an overview of basic principles of sculpting miniatures in epoxy, control of the structure, mass and surface of the model and a look at some commonplace problems of miniatures.
Join Master Sculptor and GoH Tom Meier as he presents a brief overview of general epoxy sculpting technique followed by detailed examination of the problems specific to controlling epoxy when sculpting faces. If time permits, miniature portrait sculpting will also be examined.
Renowned sculptor Tom Mason covers building dwarf armatures, how dwarf proportions differ from other humanoids, and posing dwarfs in natural and dynamic poses. Also hands-on demonstrations on sculpting common details, such as facial features and runes. Students provided putty, wire for making an armature, a pre-cast dwarf armature, and sculpting tools for use during the class.
Renowned sculptor Tom Mason covers building dwarf armatures, how dwarf proportions differ from other humanoids, and posing dwarfs in natural and dynamic poses. Also hands-on demonstrations on sculpting common details, such as facial features and runes. Students provided putty, wire for making an armature, a pre-cast dwarf armature, and sculpting tools for use during the class.
Learn to sculpt swords, axes and much more with sculptor Tom Mason. Several hands-on demonstrations will cover numerous techniques for sculpting any weapon you can imagine. All supplies included and no previous sculpting experience is required.
Faces can be the most challenging aspect of sculpture, especially in miniatures. A well-sculpted face can be the difference between your figure turning out as Mona Lisa or Quasimodo. Learn several of the many techniques with professional sculptor Matt Gubser in this hands-on workshop. All tools and materials will be provided.
Here be dragons! Well there will be when you're finished! Learn how to create your own dragon miniatures with professional sculptor Matt Gubser in this hands-on workshop. We'll cover wings to teeth, and everything in between! All tools and materials will be provided.
Have fun with accomplished miniature painter Robert "Jester" Cruse as he shows quick and dirty tricks for getting the maximum effect out of your airbrush. He'll discuss and demonstrate working on vehicles, resin kits, and much more. Airbrushing, it's not just for tanks and planes... well, those too. Basic handout on airbrushing will be provided as we cover the entire airbrush, cleaning and application of paints.
Have fun with accomplished miniature painter Robert "Jester" Cruse as he shows quick and dirty tricks for getting the maximum effect out of your airbrush. He'll discuss and demonstrate working on vehicles, resin kits, and much more. Airbrushing, it's not just for tanks and planes... well, those too. Basic handout on airbrushing will be provided as we cover the entire airbrush, cleaning and application of paints.
Dark Sword Miniatures' award-winning staff painter overviews basic/intermediate painting techniques to quickly create fantastic minis. Begins with a brief overview of how I paint most of my minis, and goes on to layering techniques, controlled drybrushing, washes, and edge highlighting, to help create great miniatures in as short a time as possible. Students recieve a painting guide, and are encouraged to bring an example of their own work.
Join Dark Sword Miniatures' award-winning staff painter Matt Verzani for demonstration and discussions of advanced painting techniques. Topics include: flesh tones, metallics, gems, and freehand designs. Emphasis is on techniques to bring your miniatures to the next level. Students will recieve a painting guide, and are encouraged to bring an example of their own work.
Join Dark Sword Miniatures' award-winning staff painter Matt Verzani for demonstration and discussions of advanced painting techniques. Topics include: flesh tones, metallics, gems, and freehand designs. Emphasis is on techniques to bring your miniatures to the next level. Students will recieve a painting guide, and are encouraged to bring an example of their own work.
Join Dark Sword Miniatures' award-winning staff painter Matt Verzani for demonstration and discussions of advanced painting techniques. Topics include: flesh tones, metallics, gems, and freehand designs. Emphasis is on techniques to bring your miniatures to the next level. Students will recieve a painting guide, and are encouraged to bring an example of their own work.
Through years of painting miniatures professionally I have learned a whole bunch of tricks to make life easier. Is your paint chalky? Easy to fix. Discover a mold line too late? You might not have to strip your mini. Also learn quick and easy ways to paint stone, cracks, rust, dirt, eyes or anything else giving you difficulty. Demo and discussion. Please bring examples of your recent work.
Through years of painting miniatures professionally I have learned a whole bunch of tricks to make life easier. Is your paint chalky? Easy to fix. Discover a mold line too late? You might not have to strip your mini. Also learn quick and easy ways to paint stone, cracks, rust, dirt, eyes or anything else giving you difficulty. Demo and discussion. Please bring examples of your recent work.
How to paint faces in general, and how to paint your female figures to look ‘pretty’ but tasteful. Class taught by Amy Brehm, national award-winning miniature painter. Handout included with step by step instructions, as well as a model for hands-on practice during class. Please bring your own brushes!
How to paint faces in general, and how to paint your female figures to look ‘pretty’ but tasteful. Class taught by Amy Brehm, national award-winning miniature painter. Handout included with step by step instructions, as well as a model for hands-on practice during class. Please bring your own brushes!
Learn the steps that Amy Brehm takes to paint her minis and the process she goes through to complete them. Learn tips for clean, thin dark lining, and also smooth blends and layers. This class is aimed at all levels of painting. A handout is included with step by step instructions, as well as a model for hands-on practice during class. Please bring your own brushes!
Learn the steps that Amy Brehm takes to paint her minis and the process she goes through to complete them. Learn tips for clean, thin dark lining, and also smooth blends and layers. This class is aimed at all levels of painting. A handout is included with step by step instructions, as well as a model for hands-on practice during class. Please bring your own brushes!
Reaper's Staff Painter Anne Foerster discusses basic color theory to achieve effective eye-catching color schemes for your minis! Covers choosing the colors for your mini, good colors for shading and highlighting, employing complimentary colors and using neutral tones and basing to balance out your mini! Students encouraged to bring examples of their own work for feedback. Handout and set of 10 Reaper Master Series Paints included class!
Reaper's Staff Painter Anne Foerster discusses basic color theory to achieve effective eye-catching color schemes for your minis! Covers choosing the colors for your mini, good colors for shading and highlighting, employing complimentary colors and using neutral tones and basing to balance out your mini! Students encouraged to bring examples of their own work for feedback. Handout and set of 10 Reaper Master Series Paints included class!
Photographer and Art Educator, Colleen Green, shows you the ins and outs of photographing minis. Topics covered include: use of light cubes, macro photography, digital cameras, and Adobe Photoshop Elements. Experience photographing miniatures first hand after the demonstration. If you wish to try, please bring a mini and your camera. (CD-R with all class materials provided to all attendees.)
Photographer and Art Educator, Colleen Green, shows you the ins and outs of photographing minis. Topics covered include: use of light cubes, macro photography, digital cameras, and Adobe Photoshop Elements. Experience photographing miniatures first hand after the demonstration. If you wish to try, please bring a mini and your camera. (CD-R with all class materials provided to all attendees.)
Dave Pauwels, 8X Golden Demon winner and Gen Con painting competition judge, discusses the competitive process and demonstrates various advanced painting and modeling techniques. Topics include: model and category choice, display bases, and national competition venues. Insight from a judges’ perspective. What judges look for and how to make your figure stand out in a crowd. Attendees encouraged to bring models they are currently working on.
Dave Pauwels, 8X Golden Demon winner and Gen Con painting competition judge, discusses the competitive process and demonstrates various advanced painting and modeling techniques. Topics include: model and category choice, display bases, and national competition venues. Insight from a judges’ perspective. What judges look for and how to make your figure stand out in a crowd. Attendees encouraged to bring models they are currently working on.
8X Golden Demon winner and amateur historian addresses different scales, from 6mm to the 54mm display figures, “historical� challenges: painting armor, horses, realistic camouflage, flags and banners. Realism and historical accuracy take priority in this workshop that covers periods from ancient Spartans to WWII tanks, includes historical research and resources. Attendees encouraged to bring their own models for discussion and tips.
Class focuses on how to paint with thin glazes of color. Covers different techniques for miniature preparation, such as underpainting or zenith priming, and the use of paints with varying levels of opacity. Paints, brushes and printed handouts will be provided. Miniatures will also be provided in this hands-on class, but please bring your own miniature or brushes to work with if desired.
Class focuses on how to paint with thin glazes of color. Covers different techniques for miniature preparation, such as underpainting or zenith priming, and the use of paints with varying levels of opacity. Paints, brushes and printed handouts will be provided. Miniatures will also be provided in this hands-on class, but please bring your own miniature or brushes to work with if desired.