Paint Perspective - Miniature Painting Podcast

Siege Studios

Miniature painting professionals tackle a new topic each week, along with answering listener questions.Brought to you by Siege Studios.

  1. 120: Miniature Painting Tools You're Using WRONG!

    10/06/2025

    120: Miniature Painting Tools You're Using WRONG!

    The miniature painting hobby certainly has its fair share of tools, gadgets and gizmo's but do any of them have any other uses than what they were designed for? In episode 120 of Paint Perspective, we're here to shed the light on some secret uses for common hobby tools you've certainly got at your desk and explain why you might just be using them WRONG!  Expect insights into: 🛠️ Secret uses for your tools 🖌️ How to make your brushes last longer 🙅🏻‍♂️ Perfecting mould lines 🔥 Hobby Hacks COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL ONYX PAINTING LAMP ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ryBEG DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW 0:00:00 Trailer 0:00:56 New Space Marines 0:05:39 Painting Lion El’Jonson 0:07:12 Spearhead Magazine 0:08:48 Warhammer plus exclusives  0:13:00 Tools you’re using wrong!  0:15:03 Sanding miniatures 0:20:50 Mould lines 0:23:44 Gap filling  0:28:09 Brush soap  0:38:10 Makeup brushes  0:43:29 Drilling barrels Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO), Joe Hart (Siege Ops Manager) and George Coleman (Siege Content Creator & Commission Painter). Each week, our three co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry. Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

    54 min
  2. 119: This is why you aren't motivated to paint Warhammer...

    09/29/2025

    119: This is why you aren't motivated to paint Warhammer...

    We all love painting miniatures, but nobody can be at peak form all the time... So what do you do when your motivation is low, and you don't know what to work on next? In episode 119 of Paint Perspective, we're having an intervention on our own hobby lulls and discussing how we plan to get back on a more productive path... Expect insights into:  💪🏻How to stay motivated to paint your Warhammer army ⚖️How to choose your next painting project 💰Is your "pile of potential" holding you back? 🔥Hobby hacks  COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL ONYX PAINTING LAMP ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ryBEG DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW 0:00:00 Trailer 0:00:52 The GOAT 0:03:02 Luna Wolves Conversions   0:17:09 AD PATREON 0:17:56 Main topic starts 0:22:08 Too many models! 0:27:27 AD ONYX 0:28:24 Sticking with a project 0:35:36 Mental motivation  0:41:26 Maximising enjoyment  0:48:34 Change your expectations 0:56:00 AD SCENICS 0:56:41 Our dream projects  1:03:39 Hobby Hacks Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO), Joe Hart (Siege Ops Manager) and George Coleman (Siege Content Creator & Commission Painter). Each week, our three co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry. Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

    1h 11m
  3. 118: Ewan Watson - ESSENTIAL Tips to painting FREEHAND Art on Your Warhammer Models...

    09/22/2025

    118: Ewan Watson - ESSENTIAL Tips to painting FREEHAND Art on Your Warhammer Models...

    We love discussing painting techniques here on the podcast, but there’s one of them we haven’t yet covered… Freehand!  In episode 118 of Paint Perspective, we're joined by Ewan who is our in studio specialist for all things freehand and miniature artwork! He’s here to share his essential tips for mastering the craft and give us a live demo on how to create not just freehand patterns, but real miniature masterpieces! Expect insights into:  🖌️How to become a freehand master 🏁Where to start as a beginner 💀How to paint a freehand skull 🔥Hobby hacks  PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL ONYX PAINTING LAMP ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ryBEG PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/N9k7P DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW 0:00:00 Trailer 0:01:03 Our guest 0:03:48 3rd ed freehand banner 0:09:38 Working at Siege Studios 0:15:31 How to start practicing 0:19:22 Genius painting advice 0:25:11 Can anyone do this? 0:30:23 Designs for beginners 0:33:43 Drawing Vs painting 0:36:40 Paint consistency  0:38:54 FREEHAND SKULL DEMO 0:44:55 Best brush size? 0:46:34 Refining the design 0:49:46 Wet blending  0:52:18 Background colours 0:55:46 Finished skull!  0:58:36 Getting over the fear Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO), Joe Hart (Siege Ops Manager) and George Coleman (Siege Content Creator & Commission Painter). Each week, our three co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry. Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

    1h 1m
  4. 117: Why You NEED to Varnish Your Warhammer Models

    09/15/2025

    117: Why You NEED to Varnish Your Warhammer Models

    When we think about getting better looking Warhammer we usually think of improving our painting, but what about some of the more overlooked steps?  In episode 117 of Paint Perspective, we're here to reveal some secret tricks to improve contrast, finish and get you better looking Warhammer miniatures without changing anything about your painting!  Expect insights into:  🤫Secret uses for varnish 👆🏻Increasing contrast on miniatures 🏝️Immersive miniature bases 🔥Hobby hacks  PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL ONYX PAINTING LAMP ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ryBEG PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/N9k7P DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW 0:00:00 Trailer 0:00:49 Joe didn’t subscribe? 0:03:32 Vehicular hobbying  0:11:19 Model plane retirement  0:17:06 Improving your models! 0:20:47 Varnish is magic 0:24:38 Matt Vs Satin 0:26:20 AK Ultra Matte (problems) 0:31:14 Protecting your Warhammer 0:37:21 More contrast (without paint) 0:44:33 Secret varnish tricks 0:49:10 Environmental effects  0:57:02 Hobby Hacks Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO), Joe Hart (Siege Ops Manager) and George Coleman (Siege Content Creator & Commission Painter). Each week, our three co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry. Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

    1h 3m
  5. 116: How to Avoid RUINING Your Warhammer Models...

    09/08/2025

    116: How to Avoid RUINING Your Warhammer Models...

    Painting your Warhammer miniatures can be very daunting (and expensive), so how can you overcome your fear of ruining your miniatures and guarantee quality results? In episode 116 of Paint Perspective, we share our tips for both new and experienced painters on what essential tips and techniques you should focus on. You can also expect to learn where we think your money is best spent, which paint brushes you should (or shouldn't) use and share advice for what models to choose for both practice and experimentation!  Expect insights into:  😰 How to overcome the fear 🙅🏻‍♂️ What products to avoid 🖌️ Which brushes are best ✅ Essential painting tips  PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL ONYX PAINTING LAMP ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ryBEG DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/N9k7P PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW 0:00:00 Trailer 0:01:24 The £2.48 spray can 0:06:36 Painting Ghazghkull 0:09:31 Perfect paint storage 0:14:34 Don’t ruin your Warhammer 0:19:40 Overcoming the fear… 0:25:20 What to spend money on 0:28:11 Expensive brushes? 0:34:01 Which paints? 0:36:44 ESSENTIAL painting tips 0:44:11 A newbie’s approach… 0:51:34 #T’august  0:55:44 Hobby Hacks Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO), Joe Hart (Siege Ops Manager) and George Coleman (Siege Content Creator & Commission Painter). Each week, our three co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry. Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

    59 min
  6. 115: MORE Ways To Paint Your Army FASTER and BETTER

    09/01/2025

    115: MORE Ways To Paint Your Army FASTER and BETTER

    Painting your Warhammer army is incredibly time consuming, but can you save time without sacrificing quality results? In this episode, we discuss our best hacks for army painting, that not only save you time and make you a more efficient painter, but might just result in you having the best army on the tabletop!  Expect insights into:  💨 How to paint your army faster ⬆️ Hacks to improve your army  ❌ What traps to avoid ✅ Essential techniques  PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP ONYX PAINTING LAMP ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ryBEG RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/N9k7P DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW 0:00:00 Trailer 0:00:55 Painting Space Wolves!  0:14:52 Army painting tips!  0:15:53 Make more impact 0:20:24 Maximising motivation  0:26:22 Batch painting tips  0:36:51 Sweat the small stuff 0:40:09 Efficient brushwork  0:43:11 Don’t waste time on this 0:46:18 Stop using washes… 0:52:39 Making better choices 0:56:12 Hobby Hacks Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO), Joe Hart (Siege Ops Manager) and George Coleman (Siege Content Creator & Commission Painter). Each week, our three co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry. Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

    1h 1m
  7. 114: Is This RUINING The Miniature Painting Hobby?

    08/25/2025

    114: Is This RUINING The Miniature Painting Hobby?

    If there's one thing we love to talk about, it's how to improve at miniature painting... But is this "hustle culture" actually ruining the hobby? On this episode, we discuss the reaction to some of our content and review the overall mindset behind improving your brush skills, and how our opinions have changed over time...  Expect insights into: 🙅🏻‍♂️ Is hustle culture ruining the hobby? ⚖️ How to balance fun and improvement ✅ How to maximise fun and enjoyment  🤔 Why our opinions have changed... SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios ONYX PAINTING LAMP ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ryBEG PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/N9k7P DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW 0:00:00 Trailer 0:02:34 Custom Night Lords 0:09:50 Captain Centos 0:12:57 Painting Lion El’Jonson 0:19:03 Rise above cancer 0:23:50 Promoting hustle culture  0:26:50 How have we changed? 0:36:13 Normalise having fun 0:43:00 Trying to get it right... 0:47:34 Understanding yourself 0:58:31 How this podcast started 1:05:49 A HUGE Milestone! Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO), Joe Hart (Siege Ops Manager) and George Coleman (Siege Content Creator & Commission Painter). Each week, our three co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry. Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

    1h 10m
  8. 113: We tried to paint Space Marines for under £50… And it went TERRIBLY wrong

    08/18/2025

    113: We tried to paint Space Marines for under £50… And it went TERRIBLY wrong

    The Warhammer hobby can be rather expensive, so we wanted to know: Can you really buy everything you need to build and paint a Space Marine for under £50. In this absolutely unhinged episode, we tried (and failed) to each create our own essential budget hobby list! However, while there were many hiccups along the way not all is what you might think… Expect insights into:  🙅🏻‍♂️ Why we failed the challenge  🤑 Planning a budget hobby list ❌ Which tools you should avoid ✅ Essential items to spend money on Learn more about Jamie Farquhar: https://jamiefarquhar.muchloved.com/ SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios ONYX PAINTING LAMP ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ryBEG DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/N9k7P PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW 0:00:00 Trailer 0:02:34 Scottish expedition  0:08:01 White Dwarf collection 0:12:13 Space Marine tutorial  0:14:17 The rematch  0:17:09 £50 Painting challenge  0:18:49 James’ list  0:36:08 The worst list? 0:37:54 Joe’s list 0:52:55 Was that better? 0:54:36 George’s list  1:01:04 Who won? Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO), Joe Hart (Siege Ops Manager) and George Coleman (Siege Content Creator & Commission Painter). Each week, our three co-hosts discuss a new topic from the point of view of people who work in the miniature painting industry. Follow us: @siegestudios / @paintperspectivepodcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiegeStudios/podcasts

    1h 6m
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Miniature painting professionals tackle a new topic each week, along with answering listener questions.Brought to you by Siege Studios.