The airbrush is one of the most talked-about tools in miniature painting, but do you really need one? In this episode, we take a closer look at some of the biggest myths, misconceptions and frustrations surrounding airbrushing. From whether it's worth the investment to when it can genuinely improve your painting, we break down the reality of using an airbrush for Warhammer miniatures and tabletop armies.
Whether you're thinking about buying your first airbrush or wondering if you're getting the most out of the one you already own, this episode is packed with practical advice and hobby insights.
In Episode 136 of Paint Perspective, Paul and James discuss everything airbrush, from proper use to maintenance and whether everyone should have one despite their skill levels.
Expect discussions on:
🖌️ How to get better results from your airbrush 💰 Is an airbrush worth the cost? ❌ When an airbrush isn't the right tool for the job ⚡ Simple ways to paint faster and more efficiently 🎨 The truth about airbrushing in miniature painting
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Trailer 00:00:55 Recovering from UKGE 00:02:12 Hobby Updates 00:04:57 Iron Warriors Update 00:11:34 White Dwarf 00:15:00 Is Airbrushing Cheating? 00:17:21 Are Spray Cans better or enough? 00:20:25 Airbrush Misconceptions 00:23:50 Pressure & Trigger Control 00:28:57 Common Mistakes 00:33:14 Dilution 00:35:37 Why Airbrushes Matter 00:41:15 Choosing an Airbrush 00:47:12 Where Problems Start 00:50:28 Airbrush Hobby Hacks 00:53:51 Cleaning Inside the Airbrush 00:58:53 Dual Action or Single Action 01:01:35 Stopping Blockages Hack 01:10:00 Backflow or Not? 01:14:54 Thinner, Cleaner or Water? 01:15:50 Flow Improver & Closing Thoughts Outro/Aftershow: 01:23:30
Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry.
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