When thinking of stained glass, imposing images are evoked of Gothic cathedrals and their intricate and colorful windows permitting golden bars of light into the hallowed sanctum. You think of ancient scenes of fabled stories or perhaps tales of wealth and splendor, but the truth is, glazing is emerging as one of the most exciting …
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A soldering station might seem like a pretty professional tool. So you might at first think that you need to bust out the big bucks to get good quality, but this isn’t the case. When it comes to soldering irons and soldering stations, they aren’t actually all that complicated. There’s no need to spend more …
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With so many types of light bulbs, the color temperature of a light bulb really does matter. Different color temperatures of light not only shine a light on our daily activities, but they also set a mood. What looks right in the living area or a workspace might not create the desired ambiance for a …
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For miniature painting and hobbying in general, there are a few things to consider when looking for lighting: Clean Light: Is it a “clean” light that accurately reflects the colors you’re painting with? As painters, we are looking for a white light as opposed to a warm yellow or cold blue tint. Light color is measured …
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I always think of “The Big Three” when it comes to simple things you can do to immediately improve your miniature painting. Stability is the first, meaning keeping your hands and arms braced to remove any wobble. Lighting is next, you need to be able to see what you’re doing clearly. Finally, there is Magnification. …
Best Magnifiers for Miniature and Model Painting – Big Decision! Read More »
Let’s talk about miniature display cases, shall we? If you’re into the whole mini army building thing, you might have already …. well…. built an army of miniature figures. I mean that makes sense right? Right. But let me ask you, what good are all these hordes of monsters and heroes if you don’t have …
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