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Painting & Finishing
Priming, painting, basing, sealing, and color schemes for 3D printed miniatures.
Why it matters
Printed minis require specific prep work that metal and plastic minis do not. Resin needs UV-curing, proper sanding, and a flexible primer before paint will adhere. Getting the surface prep right unlocks the full quality of your prints.
Guides
Using Contrast Paints on 3D Printed Resin Miniatures: Tips for Better Results
Contrast paints are a natural fit for resin minis -- but resin surfaces behave differently from injection-molded plastic. Primer choice, surface prep, and application tips specific to printed models.
Drybrushing Resin Miniatures: Technique Adjustments for Smooth Printed Surfaces
Drybrushing works differently on 3D printed resin than on cast plastic. Here's how to adapt the technique for resin's smoother surface and still get sharp, natural-looking highlights.
How to Base 3D Printed Miniatures: Texture, Paint, and Finishing
The base is the last thing people look at and the first thing that tells them your model is finished. Here's how to base 3D printed miniatures using texture paste, sand, static grass, and printed custom bases.
How to Varnish and Seal 3D Printed Resin Miniatures
Resin miniatures chip without varnish -- it's not optional. Here's how to apply matte, satin, and gloss varnish without frosting, cloudiness, or ruining a paint job you spent hours on.
How to Remove Support Marks from Resin Miniatures Before Painting
Clean support nubs, pock marks, and scars off resin miniatures before primer. Tools, timing, and the fill technique that hides the damage for good.
How to Paint 3D Printed Resin Miniatures: From Wash to Highlight (Beginner Guide)
A step-by-step painting guide built specifically for 3D printed resin miniatures, covering surface prep, primer, basecoat, wash, and highlight for beginners.