Paint Your First Miniature
Follow this 8-step beginner’s guide to assemble, paint, and base your first model with confidence. While this is a guide for a Stormcast Eternal Vindictor, you may apply the painting concepts to any of your miniature painting projects.
Step 1:
Set Up Your Workspace
A simple setup is all you need to start.
Step 2:
Assemble Your Model
Clean and prepare your miniature.
Step 3:
Prime the Model
Create a surface your paint can stick to.
Step 4:
Basecoat the Model
Block in your main colors cleanly.
Step 5:
Add Shading
Build depth with simple washes.
Step 6:
Layer the Colors
Bring the model back to life with color.
Step 7:
Highlight the Details
Add contrast and definition.
Step 8:
Finish the Base
Ground the model and complete the look.
Bonus 1:
How to Choose Colors for Painting Miniatures
Learn basic color theory and how to choose color schemes for your models.
Bonus 2:
Applying Color Choices to Models
Learn strategic color balance for contrast and storytelling with your models.