Set Up Painting Station
1 hourOrganize lighting, wet palette, and ventilation for acrylic work.
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Learn first miniature paint from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.
Organize lighting, wet palette, and ventilation for acrylic work.
Remove mold lines, wash resin/plastic, and dry-fit subassemblies.
Calculate primer coverage; spray or brush-on in thin even coats.
Block in major color areas with thinned base coats.
Check coverage under good light; fix missed spots.
Key benchmarks for first miniature paint.
| Technique | Paint:Water | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Basecoat | 1:1 | Even coverage |
| Layering | 2:1 | Smooth blends |
| Glaze | 1:4+ | Color shift |
Thin acrylics to milk consistency — two thin coats beat one thick glob.
Always prime raw plastic or resin — unpainted surfaces repel thinned paint.
Use respirator and spray booth for rattle-can primer — aerosol is toxic indoors.