Blending is an integral technique to the miniature painting hobby, but whats the best method for it? In this episode we break down five of the most popular blending techniques and explain to you the pros and cons for each, and when they are best used for the best results on your models! Also in this episode, stay tuned for our regular segments like…

It's that time of the year where Games Workshop release some new battleforces for Warhammer, but are these huge army boxes actually worth it? This week we discuss our experiences over the year from painting, and how we would take what we have learned to starting a new army (using one of these sets). We also go through each of the boxes to give you …

How can you paint a stunning Warhammer army? We thought who better to ask than one of this year’s Armies on Parade judges! In this episode, expect to learn what makes a tabletop army stand out, how you can make a more cohesive looking force, create a unique look using scenery, generate motivation and much more! Also in this episode, we share this w…

The pile of shame is something that all of us deal with in the hobby, but we're proposing an alternative option to both save you money, and maintain your motivation to paint more at the same time! In this weeks episode, we discuss models at the top of our "bucket list", why we have not painted them yet, some better models that might replace them in…

We regularly see starter boxes released from Warhammer, but could this be one of the best value sets you can buy? In this week’s episode, we discuss the new Kill Team Starter Set and whether its unique contents make this one of the most interesting releases in recent memory, what we hope this means for future sets, why you should care even if you’r…

With the amount of information available about miniature painting these days, it can sometimes be tricky to work out whats true and what is just a myth… In this episode we’ll be your miniature myth busters as we break down 5 widespread pieces of hobby information and explain why they are actually false! Bu’t don’t worry we’ll also give you some alt…

Could your knowledge of Warhammer lore actually improve your painting? This week, we are joined by popular YouTube channel (and loremaster) Wolf Lord Rho! In this fascinating conversation, we learn how you can enter the world of Warhammer lore, and utilise it to improve the painting side of the hobby (even as a beginner), how you can use lore as mo…

This week, James reports back from Spiel Essen, home of Golden Demon in 2024. In this episode, James reviews Europes biggest boardgame/wargaming convention, the Golden Demon event itself and we discuss the winning entries... Also in this episode, we review your submissions for our monthly painting challenge, discuss the recent feature in Warhammer …

Golden Demon is back, but thats not the only competition we are preparing for here at Siege Studios... In this episode, we discuss the upcoming Golden Demon 2024 event in Germany and what James will be bringing to the competition, what he learned from winning his first Golden Demon trophy and sharing advice for those looking to get into competition…

Theres no doubt that it can be hard for everyone to fit the hobby into their busy lives, so how can you make sure you accomplish the most with the time you have? In this episode, we discuss the productivity hacks we have learned as professional commission painters that will help you get through your projects! Also in this episode, we discuss our li…

Space marine 2 might just be one of the biggest Warhammer releases in recent memory, but has it been overhyped?! On this weeks episode, we discuss our experience with the new video game and share our honest options of what we REALLY think now that we have had time to play it... Also in this episode, we discuss the community reaction to the new comb…

Are Age of Sigmar miniatures ACTUALLY better than those from Warhammer 40k? In this episode, we discuss this classic debate which has been re-sparked with some incredible new miniatures from Warhammers fantasy counterpart! Paul has painted the new Vizzik Skour, prophet of the horned rat and walks us through his experience in tackling such a large p…

The Combat Patrol subscription magazine is here, but is it a good deal? Or are these magazines just a rip off!? In this episode we discuss the contents of the new issues, our experiences as customers of previous instalments, what we learned, and how we will be shopping for these to get the best value on new Warhammer models! Also in this episode, w…

The Blood Angels have arrived! This week we got our hands on the awesome new miniatures from games workshop and painted up some of the new miniatures to review. Expect to hear our thoughts on the new range, our experiences with the models and of course how we painted them! Also in this episode, we unwrap the latest warboot event, discuss our listen…

Theres no denying that good brushes for painting your Warhammer miniatures are expensive, you've heard us talk on previous episodes about which ones to buy and what they're good for... but how do you make them last?! In this episode, we give you a classic Paint Perspective live demo on how best to care for your brushes, as ever with some absolutely…

How can you paint lots of armies for gaming and get better at painting at the same time? We thought who better to ask than Quipster! In this episode, we take a deep dive into the psyche of Warhammer and its community, from using the hobby to help cope with illness, the financial cost of warhammer, crossovers with other hobbies, how to really focus …

We're of course all obsessed with paints in the hobby, but there are some that are so unique that we could never replace them! In this episode, we each share some of our favourite paints that you may not have tried, and how you can use them to improve your miniatures! Also in this episode, we discuss the amazing new Blood Angels reveals, review the…

Kitbashing is a massively popular part of the Warhammer hobby, and who better to share their insights on how to Kitbash warhammer than YouTube legend KiriothTV! In this episode, expect to learn how to start kitbashing your own models or army, how Kirioth finds inspiration for new projects, how he overcame failed kitbashing projects, how to tackle s…

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This week we are joined by miniature painting legend: Richard Gray! In this thought provoking episode, Richard shares his thoughts on balancing speed with quality when it comes to miniature painting, the struggle of making online content as a slower painter, getting maximum enjoyment from the hobby, lessons from competition painting, how you can le…

The 'Grimdark' painting style is incredibly popular in Warhammer currently, but is it really the best way to paint? Is it just another fad? In this episode, we discuss the origins of the style and how it has changed over the years, our experience with it, and debunk some of the stigma around the gritty aesthetic and its affiliation with speed paint…

Speed painting is a popular topic in the warhammer hobby, but can you still achieve high quality results In a short amount of time? In this week's episode, we challenged ourselves to speed painting miniatures for the #junestealercults challenge! Expect to learn how we approach painting when we know we have limited time, and how that changes the dec…

Army painting is a central pillar to this hobby, but certainly one that many of us struggle with. In this episode, Ben from our Warrior Workshop team joins us to discuss how he approaches painting some of the huge army painting projects he has worked on! Expect to learn tricks for staying motivated to finish your army throughout the process, and ho…

Do you want to get better at miniature painting right now? This week’s episode of Paint Perspective is absolutely filled to the brim with painting tips, tricks and hacks that you can start doing right away to see instant results, and improve your models! Expect to learn: How to *correctly* use washes, James’ lightbulb moment that fundamentally chan…

Basing is something that is often an afterthought when it comes to the hobby, but as we know it can make all the difference between a good... or a great model! In this episode, we share our tricks to improve your bases and make your models look better, with easy and simple methods, (and thought processes) that you can apply NOW. We even drop some o…

This week, we went to the biggest UK hobby games convention: UK Games Expo! In this episode we discuss our experiences at the event as both seasoned visitors and newcomers, share our tips for future attendees and share some fun stories from the weekend! Also this week James shares some rare book finds, Joe continues to plan his Dark Angels army and…

Paint Perspective Podcast episode 52, where we explain making a CUSTOM Space Marines chapter! The Space Marines chapter created in this episode wouldn't be possible without our new Signature Series Spray Primer from Colour Forge, which you can get your hands on via Kickstart starting from May 31st! Sign up at this link to be notified of the launch!…

This week we are joined by none other than Arbitor Ian! While you may be familiar with his expert lore videos on YouTube, we wanted to dive deeper into his takes on the hobby and painting… Expect to learn how Ian stays motivated to complete army projects as someone who does not enjoy painting, how lore knowledge can benefit the look of your models,…

This week we discuss one of the biggest brands in miniature painting… Vallejo. But as seasoned painters what do we REALLY think of the brand and their products? In this episode, we discuss our experiences with Vallejo, their paint ranges and products and perhaps bust a few myths about them. Expect to learn what we look for in a quality paint, some …

The fundamentals of painting are important, but they can be boring. Though, important as they are, is it possible you can surpass them a little too soon? In this thought provoking episode, we discuss the merit of painting neatly vs detailed and if doing less, (well) can actually get you better results… Also in this episode, we discuss the relatable…

It's the one you have all been waiting for... THE BARREL DRILLING BATTLE! In this absolutely hilarious episode, James and George go head to head in the ultimate barrel drilling speed contest! But who will win? Pin vice or power tool? Also in this episode: We discuss Games Workshop's recent shift in their approach to YouTube, Clickbait and the podca…

Planning is something that we have spoken about many times on the podcast before, but with our personal army projects looming, we wanted to discuss our own approaches to preparation... In this episode, we discuss the balance of painting models you enjoy Vs what you want to field on the table, and our own strategies for conceptualising an army from …

This week, we have another fun one for you! following from our previous ranking episode, we go through all of Games Workshops chaos space marine warbands and legions, and tier rank them in order of which we think is best! Don’t worry, there’s still talk of painting too! Also in this episode, Joe updates us about his personal hobby progress with his…

Everyone loves a painting gadget, but not all of them make a lot of sense... In this episode we talk about some of our least favourite product categories, and teach you about our (often cheaper), better alternatives we have picked up over the years, many of which you may even have in your home already! Also in this episode: We answer our listeners …

This week, we tackle what has to be one of the most important (and often misunderstood) tools in the miniature painting hobby... Airbrushes. In this episode, you will learn the biggest mistake beginners make with the airbrush, why the airbrush might not actually save you time, the pros and cons of the tool itself, how to improve your airbrush skill…

This week the gang is back! Games Workshop sent us some of the new Kroot miniatures, so we tasked the team with painting a variety of custom colour schemes! Expect to learn our process for how we painted the models, and how we generally tackle experimental projects too. You’ll also hear our top tips for taking shortcuts when adapting colour schemes…

This week, Paul returns to the podcast! The concept of being "self-taught" in miniature painting is not something you often hear of. But we forget how now there is so much instructional content online, it has almost become the default for a new painter to learn on YouTube, without the helping hand of a hobby buddy. In this episode, we compare our e…

This week we are joined by none other than Chris Peach of Peachy Tips! In this episode, you’ll learn some real tricks for army painting, from mindset to technique. Peachy also shares his approach to enjoyment in the hobby and how it has changed over the years. Also expect to learn about the future of Peachy Tips and his new solo channel… Also, stic…

This week we are joined by none other than Liam Dempsey! In this thought provoking episode, you’ll learn how social media is negatively impacting your hobby, why you might not actually need to even paint your models, and how you can spend your precious and limited time on the things that you enjoy most! You’ll also gain an insight into the struggle…

Paint Perspective Podcast 39, featuring... what we REALLY think about The Army Painter... This week, we are diving deep into the upcoming range of Warpaints Fanatic paints, testing them to their limits by professional and hobby painters alike, so we can let you know the good, bad and the satin… Also in this episode, we discuss our monthly painting …

How can you level up your painting? This week, we are joined by Paul from behind the scenes at Siege Studios! Paul is an OG veteran of the hobby from the early days in the 1980’s, and he is here to share with us his journey; picking up the brushes after a 15 year hiatus. In this thought provoking episode, you will learn how to change your mindset a…

Which Space Marine Chapter is best?! This week, we have a fun one for you! In the spirit of our infamous Dark Angels Vs Blood Angels feud we go through all of Games Workshops listed chapters and tier rank them in order of which we think is best, but with a twist of course; we have to all agree on where each chapter is ranked! Don’t worry, there’s s…

Stop wasting your money on brushes! This week, we discuss arguably the most important and personal tool in all of the miniature painting hobby. In this episode, you will learn from James’ own expertise from designing the Artis Opus Series S/M brushes, how to choose the best paint brush for you, why expensive brushes can actually save you money, how…

It’s Biel-Tanuary! In this episode we discuss our experiences painting Aeldari characters for this month’s community challenge! Expect to learn about our personal process for painting miniatures, our struggles, obstacles and how we overcame them! We also review submissions from the community. Also in this episode; James and Joe argue over what Geor…

Dave from MiniWargaming joins us on episode 34 of Paint Perspective Podcast to share his thoughts on FEARLESS painting, bonding with family through miniature painting, and the juxtaposition of being a BEGINNER painter while 16 years into Warhammer content creation. RAVAGED STAR ➡️ https://shorturl.at/qAVW8 SEE MORE DAVE ➡️ @miniwargaming COMMISSION…

What's everyone's obsession with speed painting!? In this episode, we unpack how we made alterations to our mindset, and routines to make painting more enjoyable and relaxing! Expect to learn why the pressure of time can actually make a project less enjoyable, if you actually need pressure to improve as a painter, and the key tricks to enjoy painti…

In this episode you will learn how to make colour scheme choices that make your army stand out, look better, and are both easier, and faster to paint! You will also find out why metallics are a secret hack to unlocking more speed, why some armies are faster to paint than others, and much more... We also respond our listeners comments about gadgets …

Paint Perspective Podcast 31, featuring... Mistakes ALL miniature painters need to avoid, reacting to the new Warhammer miniatures, tips to improve your painting, plus listener comments, question of the week and our weekly hobby hack! Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege fou…

Paint Perspective Podcast 30, featuring... Our Warhammer 2024 monthly calendar challenge, our top 15 tips to improve your painting, plus listener comments, question of the week and our some bonus hobby hacks! 00:00 Intro 00:37 Preamble 11:11 Our 2024 Warhammer Monthly Challenge 18:13Listeners Comments 29:17 Main topic 59:43 Question of the week 1:0…

Paint Perspective Podcast 29, featuring... what to focus on to improve your painting in 2024, reacting to newly announced models, miniature of the year award, plus listener comments, question of the week and our parting hobby hack! 00:00 Intro 00:34 Preamble 19:40 Listeners Comments 33:28 Main topic 1:00:40 Question of the week 1:03:37 Hobby Hack 1…