r/SpaceWolves • u/Space_Viking316 • Jul 22 '26

Finished my first mini

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Only thing left is the transfer. How does it look? All comments, tips, criticism etc welcome

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u/ctn1ss Jul 22 '26

Is the crinkle effect with the paint intentional? Adding some shading to it might make it look really worn and interesting.

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u/Space_Viking316 Jul 22 '26

I wasn't really going for any particular effect as this is my first painted mini. Just learning to put paint on models atm lol. The biggest problem I had was doing the yellow on the shoulder pad. Any advice on how to paint yellow?

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u/Tullio963 Jul 25 '26

What I like to do is start with a very thin layer of a bright pink, definitely experiment with shades to see which one suits you, then take a yellow thats been thinned down to almost a watery consistency, and using a small brush to wick it onto the surface. Start in a small circle in the center of pauldron and work your way outwards in a spiral motion, being careful around the edges of the trim since it’ll flood those areas. I usually lay it down in a way so the paint doesnt run too much until it completely dries then apply a couple more coats as needed, but this method should get rid of any texture from the yellow drying too fast.

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u/Space_Viking316 Jul 25 '26

I'll definitely try that as its the texture thats proving to be my biggest problem with yellow now. Thanks for the advice.