In 2021, I picked up a few new hobbies. One of these was miniature painting. It turned out to be an amazing match for me as it goes hand in hand with my interest in Dungeons & Dragons, 3D printing and drawing. My partner has been painting for many years, and I was lucky enough to have access to his selection of materials and knowledge to get started. In this post, I’ve put together a gallery timeline from my first project to one of my latest.
Most of the figures below are from Loot Studios. This is not sponsored, but I just really love the models they offer and would definitely recommend them to anyone with access to a 3D printer.
Even though some of the figures took me many hours to complete, there’s something immensely satisfying in focusing all of my attention on a “small” and limited project. It somehow feels more tangible compared to creating a whole costume from scratch. I’ve also found it to be quite meditative, which is good for someone like me with a mind that is constantly racing ahead at full speed.
On multiple occasions I’ve also compared it to creating a makeup look, although on a much smaller scale. Even the brushes seem similar in shape, quality (and price).
It’s been important for me to have a hobby that didn’t become synonymous with content creation. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy posting my creations, but none of my mini projects have suffered under a mental pressure to create them on a schedule to be posted. They’ve been a manifestation of surplus energy and moments shared between my partner and I. Switching between hobbies has been a healthy experience for me.
For the future, I definitely want to paint more busts and try working with an airbrush. I’ve got so much to learn and I’m excited to do it at my own pace. I hope you’ll enjoy the gallery. Till next time!
