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Paint Perspective - Miniature Painting Podcast

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  • Yesterday · 1 hr 2 min

    Halo VS Warhammer - Which Miniatures are Better?

    Halo and Warhammer are two of the biggest names in tabletop miniatures, but which range comes out on top? In episode 143 of Paint Perspective, we're putting them head-to-head and comparing everything from sculpt quality and detail to price, painting experience, gameplay potential, and overall value. Whether you're a long-time Warhammer hobbyist, a Halo fan looking to get into miniatures, or just curious about which range deserves your time and money, this comparison has something for you. In this video, we cover: Miniature quality and detail Price and value for money Assembly and painting Gameplay and tabletop experience Which range is better for beginners Our overall winner Do you agree with our verdict, or would you choose the other side? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: EVERYTHING AIRBRUSH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bdX07 SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/N9k7P COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t WARHAMMER BITS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Z44Sq BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios ONYX PAINTING LAMP ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ryBEG MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW CUSTOM SERVICE ➡️ https://shorturl.at/kGH79 FREE PDF TUTORIAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Ovdy4 Timestamps: Intro: 00:00:00 White Dwarf: 00:00:34 Halo Flashpoint: 00:02:17 What's it like painting Halo Flashpoint: 00:10:35 Halo Flashpoint ODST'S: 00:12:36 Halo Flashpoint Spartan Edition Box: 00:15:08 Siege's Halo Flashpoint Minis: 00:24:38 Mantic has Choices to make: 00:25:36 Halo Flashpoint Noble Team: 00:30:38 Our Overall Thoughts: 00:41:57 Duel-ly Discord Challenge: 00:49:43 Outro/Aftershow: 00:59:46 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • July 27 · 1 hr 57 min

    143: The BEST Miniatures from IronSkull 2026

    Join us in episode 142 of Paint Perspective as we showcase the incredible winning entries from every category of the Iron Skull Painting Competition. From stunning single miniatures to breathtaking display pieces, we'll take a closer look at the models that impressed our judges and earned the top spots. Whether you're looking for painting inspiration, want to see if your favourite entry made the cut, or simply appreciate world-class miniature painting, this is a showcase you won't want to miss. 🏅 In this video: All category winners revealed A closer look at each winning miniature Standout painting techniques and details Celebration of the amazing talent within the hobby A huge thank you to everyone who entered this year's competition. The standard was incredibly high, and we're already looking forward to seeing what next year brings! 👇 Let us know in the comments which winning miniature was your favourite. Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: WAYLAND GAMES ➡️ https://www.waylandgames.co.uk/ EVERYTHING AIRBRUSH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bdX07 SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/N9k7P COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t WARHAMMER BITS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Z44Sq BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios ONYX PAINTING LAMP ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ryBEG MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW CUSTOM SERVICE ➡️ https://shorturl.at/kGH79 FREE PDF TUTORIAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Ovdy4 Timestamps: Intro: 00:00:00 Monday Morning Chats: 00:00:28 Recovering from IronSkull: 00:13:14 Looking at the Entries: 00:23:12 Sci-fi Squad: 00:25:34 Historical Single Figure: 00:30:28 Fantasy Single: 00:36:06 Fantasy Squad: 00:40:46 Fantasy Monster: 00:45:24 Sci-fi Vehicle: 00:51:53 Historical Vehicle: 00:56:18 Bust: 01:01:31 Small Scale: 01:08:08 Duel: 01:11:40 Scene: 01:15:54 Junior: 01:21:28 Sci-fi Single Figure/Best in Show: 01:25:36 Our Favourites: 01:30:52 Outro/Aftershow: 01:33:16 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • July 20 · 1 hr 6 min

    141: Our BIGGEST Hobby Mistakes... How YOU Can Avoid Them

    Starting a new hobby is exciting—but it's also easy to fall into common traps that can waste your time, money, and motivation. In episode 141 of Paint Perspective, we're sharing the biggest hobby mistakes we've made over the years and, more importantly, how you can avoid them. From buying too much gear too soon to comparing yourself with others, these are the lessons we wish we'd known when we started. Whether you're into crafting, gaming, fitness, photography, music, or any other hobby, these tips will help you enjoy the journey, improve faster, and stay motivated. In this video, you'll learn: -The most common hobby mistakes beginners make -How to avoid wasting money on unnecessary equipment -Why consistency beats perfection -The importance of enjoying the process -Practical tips to keep your hobby fun and sustainable Have you made any hobby mistakes yourself? We'd love to hear your stories and advice in the comments below! Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: WAYLAND GAMES ➡️ https://www.waylandgames.co.uk/ SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios Timestamps: Intro: 00:00:00 Monday Morning Chats: 00:00:33 White Dwarf: 00:11:56 Our Biggest Hobby Mistakes: 00:16:25 Make Mistakes to Learn: 00:52:41 Outro/Aftershow: 01:04:29 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • July 13 · 1 hr 20 min

    140: Our Six Custom Space Marine Chapters

    In episode 140 of Paint Perspective, we're showcasing six custom Space Marine Chapters that we’ve created for Warhammer 40,000. Each chapter has its own unique lore, combat doctrine, colour scheme and battlefield identity; designed to fit seamlessly into the universe. From noble defenders of the Imperium to relentless crusaders and mysterious warriors with hidden origins, these home brew chapters are the result of creative world-building and a passion for Space Marine lore. Whether you’re looking for inspiration for your own custom chapter, ideas for a new paint scheme, or simply want to explore some original Warhammer 40K lore, this video has something for every fan. Featured in this video: Six original Space Marine Chapters Chapter lore and background Unique combat doctrines and specialties Custom colour schemes and visual themes Let us know in the comments which chapter is your favourite, and feel free to share your own custom Space Marine Chapter ideas. If you enjoyed the video, please like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more Warhammer 40K content. Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: WAYLAND GAMES ➡️ https://www.waylandgames.co.uk SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios CUSTOM SERVICE ➡️ https://shorturl.at/kGH79 FREE PDF TUTORIAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Ovdy4 Timestamps: Intro: 00:00:00 Monday Morning: 00:00:33 The Rules of the Custom Space Marine Chapter: 00:10:29 Paul's Custom Space Marine Chapter: 00:12:01 Adam's Custom Space Marine Chapter: 00:24:32 Wes's Custom Space Marine Chapter: 00:29:41 James's Custom Space Marines Chapter: 00:40:16 Taylor's Custom Space Marine Chapter: 00:54:50 James did another?: 01:04:43 Outro/Aftershow: 01:18:48 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • July 6 · 1 hr 5 min

    139: Every NEW Warhammer Miniature - Big Summer Reveal

    In episode 139 of Paint Perspective, this time we're taking a close look at Games Workshop's Big Summer Preview! Join us as we break down every new reveal, from the biggest Warhammer 40,000 announcements to the latest Age of Sigmar miniatures, upcoming boxed sets, characters, and everything in between. We'll be sharing our first impressions, discussing our favourite sculpts, talking about what these releases could mean for the hobby, and, of course, giving our honest opinions on the models that caught our eye. Whether you're planning your next army, looking for painting inspiration, or simply want to keep up with the latest Warhammer news, this episode has you covered. 💬 Let us know in the comments: Which reveal was your favourite? What are you most excited to paint? Which upcoming release are you adding to your collection? If you enjoyed the video, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a future episode of Paint Perspective. Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: WAYLAND GAMES ➡️ https://www.waylandgames.co.uk/ SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios FREE PDF TUTORIAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Ovdy4 Timestamps: Intro: 00:00:00 Monday Morning Chats: 00:00:34 White Dwarf Giveaway: 00:07:56 Big Summer Reveal Review: 00:11:00 Starter Boxes for 40k: 00:12:32 Getting Started with Space Marines: 00:14:16 Getting Started with Orks: 00:15:00 Introductory Sets: 00:15:30 Ork Mech: 00:23:21 Ork Truck: 0024:14 Warriors of Chaos: 00:29:38 Blood Bowl: 00:33:18 Horus Hersey: 00:34:21 New Titans: 00:36:10 World Eaters TV Short: 00:37:24 Age of Sigmar: 00:39:24 Necromunda: 00:43:18 New Exoduses: 00:47:12 Our Favourites from the Summer Reveal: 00:55:36 Outro/Aftershow: 01:04:06 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • June 29 · 1 hr 21 min

    138: Why EVERY Warhammer Painter Needs a Hobby Community

    Whether you're just picking up your first brush or you've been painting Warhammer miniatures for years, having a hobby community can completely change your experience. In this video, we're talking about why every Warhammer painter needs a community around them, from sharing painting tips and staying motivated to making new friends who enjoy the hobby just as much as you do. DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 We also chat about: 🎨 Why hobby communities help you improve faster 💬 Expanding our Discord server and what we want it to become ⚔️ Our very first Warhammer communities and how they shaped our hobby journey 📸 Sharing projects, getting feedback, and celebrating progress together Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: WAYLAND GAMES ➡️ https://www.waylandgames.co.uk/ PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios Timestamps: Intro: 00:00:00 Monday Morning Chats: 00:00:36 Patreon Upgrades: 00:03:43 Discord Updates: 00:05:27 White Dwarf: 00:05:52 Discord Monthly Challenges: 00:12:31 Longer Painting Challenges: 00:22:53 Why Every Warhammer Painter Needs a Hobby Community: 00:23:48 How we got into Warhammer: 00:24:16 Getting Hobby Inspiration: 00:37:30 Our first Hobby Communities: 00:44:08 Why the hobby helps Mental Health: 00:47:08 Warhammer Book Club: 00:48:32 Social Media for Warhammer: 00:52:12 Warhammer Midnight Releases: 01:04:50 Tracking your Progress in Communities: 01:08:56 Summary: 01:17:04 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • June 22 · 1 hr 9 min

    137: The BEST Warhammer 40K Starter Box... Really?

    In episode 137 of Paint Perspective, Paul and James unbox the new 11th Edition Armageddon box for Warhammer 40,000 and take a deep dive into everything inside. From their first impressions of the box to close-up looks at the sprues, miniatures and books, the guys discuss what makes this release so exciting and whether it could be one of the best Warhammer 40K starter boxes yet. They also take a closer look at the value of the set, who it's aimed at, and which miniatures they're most looking forward to building and painting. Expect discussions on: 📦 Every miniature and sprue in the box 📖 A look through the books and contents 🎨 Which models we're most excited to build and paint 💰 The value of the set and who it's for ⚔️ How it compares to previous Warhammer 40K box sets 🔥 Our honest first impressions Let us know your thoughts on the Armageddon box in the comments. Will you be picking one up? Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: WAYLAND GAMES ➡️ https://www.waylandgames.co.uk SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 GET YOUR IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/nucWe BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios ONYX PAINTING LAMP ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ryBEG FREE PDF TUTORIAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Ovdy4 Timestamps: Intro: 00:00:00 Monday Morning Chats: 00:00:38 Ghaz Update 00:01:00 James Has a Holiday! Iron Warriors: 00:7:00 Traitor Sanquinius Custom Service: 00:7:00 Unboxing Armageddon: 00:15:37 Transfer Sheet: 00:18:05 Warboss & Captain: 00:20:12 Wartrakk: 00:24:52 Ancient & Chaplain: 00:25:42 Intercessors: 00:27:20 Banner Boss / Boss Nob / Paintboy / Ancient: 00:29:23 Vanguard Vets: 00:30:27 Librarian: 00:31:28 Boyz & Boss Nobz: 00:33:05 Gun Rig: 00:37:17 Land Speeder: 00:38:41 Cards & Books: 00:41:26 Overall Thoughts on 11th Edition Box: 00:47:09 Leviathan or Armageddon? 00:48:06 How Good is Armageddon for Conversion?: 01:01:48 Leviathan vs Armageddon: 01:05:25 Outro/Aftershow: 01:08:03 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • June 15 · 1 hr 24 min

    136: The REAL Reason Miniature Painters Buy an Airbrush...

    The airbrush is one of the most talked-about tools in miniature painting, but do you really need one? In this episode, we take a closer look at some of the biggest myths, misconceptions and frustrations surrounding airbrushing. From whether it's worth the investment to when it can genuinely improve your painting, we break down the reality of using an airbrush for Warhammer miniatures and tabletop armies. Whether you're thinking about buying your first airbrush or wondering if you're getting the most out of the one you already own, this episode is packed with practical advice and hobby insights. In Episode 136 of Paint Perspective, Paul and James discuss everything airbrush, from proper use to maintenance and whether everyone should have one despite their skill levels. Expect discussions on: 🖌️ How to get better results from your airbrush 💰 Is an airbrush worth the cost? ❌ When an airbrush isn't the right tool for the job ⚡ Simple ways to paint faster and more efficiently 🎨 The truth about airbrushing in miniature painting Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: WAYLAND GAMES ➡️ https://www.waylandgames.co.uk/ EVERYTHING AIRBRUSH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bdX07 PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 GET YOUR IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/nucWe BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios Timestamps: 00:00:00 Trailer 00:00:55 Recovering from UKGE 00:02:12 Hobby Updates 00:04:57 Iron Warriors Update 00:11:34 White Dwarf 00:15:00 Is Airbrushing Cheating? 00:17:21 Are Spray Cans better or enough? 00:20:25 Airbrush Misconceptions 00:23:50 Pressure & Trigger Control 00:28:57 Common Mistakes 00:33:14 Dilution 00:35:37 Why Airbrushes Matter 00:41:15 Choosing an Airbrush 00:47:12 Where Problems Start 00:50:28 Airbrush Hobby Hacks 00:53:51 Cleaning Inside the Airbrush 00:58:53 Dual Action or Single Action 01:01:35 Stopping Blockages Hack 01:10:00 Backflow or Not? 01:14:54 Thinner, Cleaner or Water? 01:15:50 Flow Improver & Closing Thoughts Outro/Aftershow: 01:23:30 Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • June 8 · 50 min

    135: Why UK Games Expo Is the BEST Hobby Weekend

    On Episode 135 of Paint Perspective, James and Paul look back on an incredible weekend at UK Games Expo and share their experiences exhibiting as a company at one of the biggest tabletop gaming events in the UK. From setting up the stand and meeting hobbyists face-to-face to the highs, challenges, surprises, and lessons learned along the way, the guys discuss what it was really like behind the scenes of UKGE. Was it worth the effort? What worked? What would we do differently next time? Join us as we reflect on the event, the community, and everything that made UK Games Expo such a memorable experience. If you stopped by the stand, thank you for your support. It was fantastic meeting so many members of the hobby community and putting faces to names. #UKGamesExpo #Warhammer #MiniaturePainting #TabletopGaming #PaintPerspective Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: WAYLAND GAMES ➡️ https://www.waylandgames.co.uk COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 GET YOUR IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/nucWe BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios Timestamps: Intro: 00:00:00 Monday Morning Chats: 00:00:34 White Dwarf: 00:05:00 UKGE: 00:07:33 Charity Army: 00:46:15 Outro: 00:48:50 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • June 1 · 1 hr 5 min

    134 - How to ENJOY Painting Again... End Hobby Burnout

    In episode 134 of Paint Perspective, Paul and James discuss hobby burnout, something every painter experiences at some point in their hobby journey. They explore the common causes of burnout, how to spot the signs, and share their own experiences of overcoming it. From changing projects and trying new techniques to resetting expectations and finding enjoyment in the process again, the pair cover a range of practical ways to reignite your motivation. If you've been struggling to pick up a brush or feeling stuck in a hobby rut, this episode is packed with ideas to help you get back to doing what you love. Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • May 25 · 1 hr 15 min

    133: Which WARHAMMER Painting Style Is Right For YOU?

    In Episode 133 of Paint Perspective, James and Paul sit down to explore three miniature painting styles / languages: Box Art, Grimdark, and Volumetric painting, and how each approach can create completely different results for your Warhammer models. From clean and vibrant studio finishes to dark and gritty realism, all the way through to dramatic competition-style lighting, the guys discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each style, who they might suit best, and how finding the right approach can completely change your hobby journey. Whether you are painting for the tabletop, social media, or competition display cabinets, this episode is all about helping you discover which style might be right for you or fun to try. Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: WAYLAND GAMES ➡️ https://www.waylandgames.co.uk COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios Timestamps: 00:00:00: Intro 00:00:33: Monday Morning Chats 00:10:57: Warhammer Painting Styles 00:12:00: Box Art / Eavy Metal 00:26:16: Grim Dark 00:50:31: Volumetric 01:14:28: Outro/Aftershow 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • May 18 · 1 hr 5 min

    132: 11TH EDITION ARMAGEDDON BOX REVIEW

    In episode 132 of Paint Perspective, Paul and James review the brand new Armageddon 11th Edition box! They review the biggest release for 40k in recent times, discussing how the newest miniatures compare to older models and what this means for the 40k world moving forward into 11th edition! Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: WAYLAND GAMES ➡️ https://www.waylandgames.co.uk SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t WARHAMMER BITS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Z44Sq BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios CUSTOM SERVICE ➡️ https://shorturl.at/kGH79 Timestamps: 00:00:00: Intro 00:00:34: Monday Morning Chat 00:08:10: 11th Edition Box 00:09:10: 11th Edition Orks 00:36:20: 11th Edition Blood Angels 00:55:34: Our Top Picks 01:04:06: Outro/Aftershow 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • May 11 · 1 hr 10 min

    131: why YOU should enter a Painting Competition!

    On episode 131 of Paint Perspective, James and Paul take a trip down memory lane and review entries from IronSkull 2025, they also discuss changes and sneak peaks at what is happening this year at IronSkull! A big thank you to Wayland Games for sponsoring Paint Perspective! Follow the link below to check them out! Wayland Games - https://www.waylandgames.co.uk Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios Timestamps: 00:00:00: Intro 00:00:33: Monday Morning Chats 00:07:04: White Dwarf 00:10:06: Iron Skull 00:32:18: Single Miniature Category 00:43:08: Junior Single Miniature Category 00:46:35: Bust Category 00:52:27: Scene, Duel and Diorama Category 01:08:42: Outro/Aftershow 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • May 4 · 1 hr 23 min

    130: Ranking the BEST Imperial Guard Astra Militarum Regiments

    In episode 130 of Paint Perspective, James and Paul go through and rank Astra Militarum regiments based on how easy they are to paint, how fun they are to collect and how cool the regiment is overall. Will Paul and James still be friends by the end of the episode? Watch to the end to find out! Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/N9k7P IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios CUSTOM SERVICE ➡️ https://shorturl.at/kGH79 FREE PDF TUTORIAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Ovdy4 Timestamps: 00:00:00: Intro 00:00:41: Monday Morning Chats 00:11:20: Imperial Guard Rankings 00:12:21: Cadian Shock Troops 00:18:48: Death Korps of Krieg 00:25:10: Katakana 00:33:08: Steel Legion 00:38:50: Tallarn Desert Raiders 00:43:34: Valhallan Ice Warriors 00:48:31: Mordian Iron Guard 00:56:00: Vostroyan Firstborn 00:58:45: Praetorian Iron Guard 01:01:42: Elysian Drop Troops 01:07:30: Stormtroopers 01:10:54: Tanith Firstborn 01:14:26: Attilan Rough Riders 01:17:50: Honourable Mentions 01:20:24: White Dwarf 01:22:27: Outro/Aftershow 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • April 27 · 1 hr 12 min

    129: How to make the MOST of your hobby time

    In episode 129 of Paint Perspective, James and Paul review how to make the most of your hobby time. Whether it's structuring your plan more effeiciently or even finding more fun the painting process, James and Paul cover it all. Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: EVERYTHING AIRBRUSH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bdX07 SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/N9k7P IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios Timestamps: 00:00:00: Intro 00:00:45: Monday Morning Catchup 00:14:17: How to make the most of your hobby time 01:09:19: White Dwarf 01:10:45: Outro/Aftershow 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • April 20 · 1 hr 14 min

    128: You're building your Warhammer models WRONG

    In episode 128 of Paint Perspective, James and Paul dives into how to properly build and clean your miniatures before you start painting. Nailing this process will lead to a much smoother job overall, and unlike Paul you'll be able to get rid of those mold lines before it's too late. With tips, tricks and hacks to help you're building skills improve instantly. Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t WARHAMMER BITS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Z44Sq BOOK A CLASS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/ory37 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW FREE PDF TUTORIAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Ovdy4 Timestamps: 00:00:00: Intro 00:00:36: Monday Morning Chats not on a Monday 00:05:47: White Dwarf Winners 00:10:41: Building and Cleaning Miniatures 01:08:20: Discord Monthly Challenges 01:13:52: Outro/Aftershow 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • April 13 · 1 hr 11 min

    127: NEW 40K MINIATURES REVEALED

    In this episode of Paint Perspective, Paul and James take a dive into the sea of new models Games Workshop dropped for us, from 40k to Age of Sigmar. We also talk 11th Edition, our predictions and our hopes and dreams of what could happen in this new age of figures. Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/N9k7P COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios FREE PDF TUTORIAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Ovdy4 Timestamps: 00:00:00: Intro 00:00:36: Monday Morning Chats 00:07:55: Livestream Reveals 00:16:07: Ork Biker 00:18:14: Astra Militarum 00:21:45: Weird Squid Horse 00:23:25: Sisters of Battle 00:25:30: Red Terror Kill Team Box 00:29:53: Cog Fort 00:32:36: Door Men 00:33:28: Age of Sigmar Wizards 00:34:30: Skaven 00:38:49: Heir of the Kraken 00:40:18: Lumineth 00:41:30: 30k 00:42:10: Blood Angels and Orks 00:53:11: Our Top Picks 01:09:11 Outro/Aftershow 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • April 8 · 1 hr 8 min

    126: TOO MANY Paints for Warhammer?

    In episode 126 of Paint Perspective, we discuss all things paint - Is the market flooded? Are expensive paints better? Broad collection or only one range and will Paul paint his Ironskull piece in time? Watch this episode to see all things paint and find out what you should be using and thinking about when it comes to choosing and using paint on miniatures! Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: EVERYTHING AIRBRUSH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bdX07 SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL COMMISSIONS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/xBKW8 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • March 30 · 1 hr 9 min

    The NEW WAY to Create Warhammer Characters

    In episode 125 Paul and James talk all things converting and kit bashing. We cover conversion and how to approach simple and in depth conversions along with a little look at the launch of Armoury and the thinking behind it. We also cover practical advice on how to improve your conversions, plan better builds, and get cleaner, more professional results. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your skills, there’s something here for you. Armoury: https://siegestudios.co.uk/armoury/ Huge thanks to our sponsors! You can check them out here: EVERYTHING AIRBRUSH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bdX07 SIEGE SCENICS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/TF7FL PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP IRONSKULL 2026 TICKETS ➡️ https://shorturl.at/rVu6t LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios Timestamps: Intro: 00:00:00 Monday Morning Chats: 00:00:38 The Return of Yarrick: 00:08:11 Converting Characters: 00:13:52 Armoury Models: 00:34:00 Space Marine on a Unicycle?: 01:03:10 Outro/Aftershow: 01:07:17 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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

  • March 23 · 1 hr 18 min

    124: UPGRADE your painting with DECEPTION

    In episode 124 of Paint Perspective, James and Paul turn their attention to the outside world, and how just slowing down and appreciating your surroundings can help you vastly improve your mini painting, from shading to inspiration for an army theme. From taking photos of a pipe under a sink in a restaurant to the natural world, James and Paul discuss how this has helped them with their painting over the years and why their camera rolls are full of random items and objects. PAINTING JOURNAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/fFZQP CUSTOM SERVICE ➡️ https://shorturl.at/kGH79 FREE PDF TUTORIAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Ovdy4 LISTEN ON THE GO ➡️ https://pod.link/1690786293 DISCORD ➡️ https://shorturl.at/bwM68 PATREON ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/siegestudios MERCH ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GOTkW CUSTOM SERVICE ➡️ https://shorturl.at/kGH79 FREE PDF TUTORIAL ➡️ https://shorturl.at/Ovdy4 Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Coming up 00:00:35 - Monday Morning Chat 00:05:27 - Announcement 00:05:52 - White Dwarf Giveaway 00:06:53 - Painting with Deception 01:16:49 - Outro/Aftershow 》UK 15-25% off Warhammer Element Games: http://bit.ly/2ltN9KV 》For Double Crystals Use Code 'SIE193' at checkout! 》EU 15-20% off Warhammer https://taschengelddieb.de/?SiSt=aff XW9D4M7J9BD2J9NG Support the show Paint Perspective is a miniature painting podcast brought to you by Siege Studios, featuring James Otero (Siege founder & CEO) & Paul Kidd (Studio office team member). Each week, our 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