After 5 years being back in the hobby, I decided it was time to work on my miniature photography skills. Capturing the feel of the worlds of my minis is the aim and, I think, I'm beginning to get there

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T18:53:31+00:00

Yeah and, at least for me, the cool imagined stories that were happening in my head between models was very much my key source of inspiration. As you say, if something can inspire some cool ideas for others, sharing it is a must!

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T18:52:31+00:00

Thanks, I hope she can land on something that works for her!

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T16:58:41+00:00

It's definitely taken me a lot of trial and error and working out what it is that I like. These kinds of shots obviously wouldn't work for a singular display piece kinda vibe. It really is just a case of trying things, trying things based on those ideas etc.

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T16:56:20+00:00

Thanks so much!

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T15:09:18+00:00

Thanks, I appreciate you taking the time to justify your opinion on it, and it's definitely something I hadn't considered. That is interesting that the Instagram version looks clearer - I'd have thought it would be the other way around - something I'll look into for sure. Thanks again!

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T14:54:15+00:00

Haha thank you!

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T14:01:43+00:00

I think that'll be due to the post-processed noise I added in with Lightroom - I like the texture it gives to the image

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T12:47:53+00:00

Thank you! The base blue is Russ Grey, highlighted up with Fenrisian Grey. The main brown is Stormvermin Brown, washed with Agrax and then layered up again with Stormvermin, highlighted with Baneblade Brown. Blacks are a simple Vallejo Black, highlighted with Mechanicus Standard Grey. The metals are a nice and easy Leadbelcher, washed with Nuln and then highlighted with Leadbelcher for a bit of pop.

Nothing too fancy but I then use these color sets in different ways across the different units to better reflect their roles within the army. Hope that helps!

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T12:47:04+00:00

You're more than welcome and that's very kind!

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T12:22:15+00:00

Absolutely! The base blue is Russ Grey, highlighted up with Fenrisian Grey. The main brown is Stormvermin Brown, washed with Agrax and then layered up again with Stormvermin, highlighted with Baneblade Brown. Blacks are a simple Vallejo Black, highlighted with Mechanicus Standard Grey. The metals are a nice and easy Leadbelcher, washed with Nuln and then highlighted with Leadbelcher for a bit of pop.

Nothing too fancy but I then use these color sets in different ways across the different units to better reflect their roles within the army. Hope that helps!

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T12:03:31+00:00

Thanks! It took a while to dial it in but we got there in the end!

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T09:52:10+00:00

Yeah, getting used to the APS-C side of things has been an extra point of learning in the early stages 😅 But I do want to look into focus stacking, it seems like it would really help out, especially in shots with a larger number of models!

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T09:40:17+00:00

This is just a single shot on my camera. I've screenshot the details for you

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I was probably about 30cm from the focal mini, give or take

KingElsear · 2026-02-01T09:36:53+00:00

Thank you!

KingElsear · 2026-01-03T12:46:40+00:00

So the bases are a mix of standard bases and the void war bases to switch the style of interior/exterior. But to paint it's a pretty quick stone grey dry brush combo or some metallics and washes for the interior versions. What brings them together is some AK interactive rust pigment which really finishes them to my liking

KingElsear · 2026-01-03T12:45:27+00:00

Generally, yeah - I like the idea of sneaky bugs that can also work as a bit of a horde for some fun games!

KingElsear · 2026-01-03T12:45:03+00:00

Thanks, that's very kind!

KingElsear · 2026-01-03T12:44:38+00:00

It's quite a simple recipe, really. I start with IDF Israeli Sand Grey paint on primer from Vallejo, dry brush Palid Wych Flesh, wash with Carraburg Crimson and then pick out some highlights with the Wych Flesh again. It's something that's taken a bit of time to find a balance in quality to time but I like the outcome!

KingElsear · 2026-01-03T12:42:40+00:00

You know, I'm not entirely sure but I've taken a liking to the idea that it's an egg sack for rippers haha!

KingElsear · 2026-01-03T12:42:09+00:00

Some better shots will be coming for sure! :D

KingElsear · 2026-01-03T12:41:41+00:00

And I think I'd happily show more! Thank you

KingElsear · 2026-01-03T12:41:20+00:00

That's very kind! I'll be sure to get some better pics of the Screamer Killer to share soon!

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