Inside the Crimson Chalice: Community, Judging and the Road to Essen feat. Phoenix

Inside the Crimson Chalice: Community, Judging and the Road to Essen feat. Phoenix

What does it take to build a painting competition from the ground up? In this episode Phoenix joins Magnus and Bruce to talk through the Crimson Chalice, the community-driven contest heading to Essen. They get into the graft of organising it all, how judging and categories actually work, and why inclusivity and variation matter if you want an event that welcomes hobbyists at every level.

Color Theory for Miniature Painting: Make It or Break It

How does color make or break a paint job, and how do you actually get it working for you? In this episode Dave, Magnus and Bruce dig into the world of color in miniature painting, from the emotional pull of a palette to the theory underneath it, and the practical tricks for landing harmony, contrast and impact.

Talking Miniatures with Thibaut Rahm

It's a French takeover as we're joined by Thibaut Rahm, one of the new wave of miniature artists creating amazing work and storming the competition scene.

What Makes a Great Competition Model?

What makes a model ripe for competition and what are the pitfalls you can fall into? In this episode Dave, Magnus and Bruce dive into the GW library to examine a whole host of models and work out what makes them amazing for competition... or not.

Talking Miniatures with Borja Calvo Bertrán de Lis

Goodness me, it's Slayer Sword winner Borjammer in the studio! Get ready for a great chat as we navigate how he puts together his monster projects, tackles obstacles and makes beautiful art.