How to Paint a Bust

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Hey Scott did U know there is a slight problem with your audio in this video? Did you? I bet you didn’t! And I bet nobody will be brave enough to tell you! New set looks dope, edits always the best and always (somehow) getting better. GOAT.

[@gmorlang]

🤣 Poor Scott! I agree though, this video was amazing

[@eXileLies]

Totally not toxic. Turns out the Minipainting family is just another circlejerk.

[@joshuaamodeo5032]

@@eXileLies lol what?

[@brushjockeystudios6562]

It seems like it is the heating or ventilation in his new studio. Its prolly blowing into the mic.

[@Matweaver7]

@@eXileLies pretty sure Jeremy (black magic craft) was being sarcastic. He was making a joke about the # of people who will tell Scott something is wrong with the audio.

[@Zumikito]

This feels more like a paid course rather than a free KZbin video! Thank you for sharing, especially the mounting process - now I have to go and try it myself

[@Miniac]

You'd absolutely crush a bust, Simon. Can't wait to see you give it a go!!

[@boostingaddict]

@@Miniac what colors did you use for the shirt? (the greens)

[@paintandgame]

All my favorite painters commenting on my favorite painter....i am in chromatic heaven

[@bigweld6792]

Love the increased production value, I appreciate the graphics to visualize where you're placing highlights and how you blend them

[@kerryviens7049]

It seems with every video gets a higher quality and more maturity on the part of this gentleman. His voice is so soothing it's like a calm River. Lol

[@ChilliCheezus]

Holy crap, the new set looks incredible and the intro was amazing. I'm 100% here for the new era of Scott the Miniature Maniac!

[@joemasterman4305]

Scott man, I just wanted to pop in and say thank you. Your channel has been an incredible asset for me on my painting journey. I am still very much amateur but I strive to challenge myself with a new technique every time I pick up the brush and I have your example to thank for that. My kid and I saw your minis on display at Source and we both had a fan boy moment about it. "Woah, Miniac is a real guy?!" - My kid. Keep up the kick ass work my man, you seem like a very esteemable man, we are all blessed for having people like you in the world, and even more blessed to have people like you who share their talent and passion the way you do.

[@Chodor101]

You can also 3D print plinth and bust with hole in correct diameter, which is much cheaper than buying physical models and with STL you can adjust size to your preference.

[@boigeorge1149]

This looks fantastic, and I'm really glad to see the makeup tutorials getting their shout! Something that I would like to see in the future is how you apply these techniques to other variations of character, like a vampire character, a person of color, an ORC! How would you apply makeup tutorial information to green or dark elf type skin? Thank you for sharing the videos, it's always the highlight of my week whenever I see you pop up on my feed.

[@mattjenkins2481]

i wish i knew enough about color theory to pull this off, my brain just cant wrap the concept of using these wild colors to come up with tan skin color. the talent is insane

[@KabinMiniatures]

Inspiring as always! I have an old "not-Tywin-Lannister" bust and you make me want to dig it out from the pile of shame!

[@sindrimyr2423]

Finally the best mini painter on YT is back. I was getting tired of watching people who use only Army Painter and Citadel paints.

[@maxey1977]

I like how the stippling to blend the layers on the coat adds the fabric texture, well done!

[@WHSminiatures]

He finally came back, when we needed him most

[@connormerriam9272]

Okay Scott, I see you. Putting the industry on notice with this new setup and videography.

[@seanwmcinnes]

The new sets are amazing, the new chilled tone is awesome and the this being more like a tutorial rather than a discussion was super inspiring. I have always felt like busts were WAY above me, but Im (scarily) keen to give a bust a go now. Thanks Scott!

[@LuisSanchez-fm4bu]

Thank you for sheriff your knowledge on this subject. I'm starting to paint miniatures, and this video has been very helpful. Have been building and airbrushing model kits (cars, military, and Gundam) for 30 years. Wanted to make a change of gears and do something different. Miniature painting has been a thing that I wanted to do for quite some time. Now, this video will give me a better idea of how to do this. Thanks again!!!!!

[@daemoncline6571]

Woah. Miniac production quality is always top-notch, but this one really shines! +1 Jon Bucks (TM) for picking a novel, interesting bust and +1 for the systematic explanation of your process, which makes it easy to understand and replicate. I am pumped to crush some busts. Thanks Scott!

[@knightzix_01]

GOD DAMN IT SCOTT WE MISS YOU

[@CaffeinatedMiniatures]

“How to BUST out an awesome paint job” Incredible quality and excellent descriptions. Definitely feels like a paid course, rather than a free KZbin video. Thank you for sharing!

[@bazzatron9482]

Hey Scott - Pro tip from a carpenter to drill straight by hand. Firstly, drill guides are available on Amazon for a tenner. They're just machined blocks you run the drill bit through, very helpful. Second (free) option is to put a ring on your drill bit. Drill from the side rather than top down. The ring hangs on the drill bit and shows you if your wobble off centre. Looking down you can check for yaw, and the ring will indicate error in pitch. Another great video. I really wanna try getting into busts. Need to find a good supplier in the UK!

[@Miniac]

Great advice and thank you! I should have thought of the drill guide as I have one for drilling dowel joinery that might work well.

[@bazzatron9482]

@@Miniac No worries! Thanks for all the epic content!

[@MaeseTrancos]

Jeez dude, will you stop editing your videos like a mad god?? this was pure joy to watch, congrats!

[@cameronblight]

Love the new studio look. Video looks so great and really high production. Glad to see the chalk board back to help explain concepts and the animations were all incredibly helpful. So excited for all the videos to come. I’m inspired to go paint a bust now!

[@Broken777Arrow]

The production quality of this video is next level!

[@sparks4435]

I definitely like the new feel of this video. Showing the glazing icon on the screen and a counter are amazing. I would like to see you remaster all your old “how to paint (method)” in this style.

[@sevencoloredmage8726]

I'm glad I watched the GW NDA video first, because now I know that you really don't need them to make great videos. Looking forward to further videos by you!

[@romanlappat8018]

Painting busts is beautiful. If the scale is bigger I always recommend the most easist trick: Take a bigger brush! Happy Painting to you, Scott!

[@Bigsonnyblue134]

That set looks amazing

[@plague12346]

I've started painting more busts and feel more confident doing so, thanks man

[@phase2006]

How the hell was this free. Insane level of quality. Good lord.

[@Auridus]

I painted my first bust for my dad for his birthday this year and immediately got addicted. It might just be that it felt different from your average D&D model but I had so much fun, I am definitely going to paint some more.

[@robertgottlieb3731]

One of the best produced videos. The Picture in Picture of the parts of the face, while painting the face was incredible. This video was incredibly informative and helpful.

[@joshcable2240]

Hey Scott, just wanted to say as a professional shooter/editor I’ve always appreciated your production value but this is next level. Really nice set, great shots, great pacing in your edit, and just great attention to detail overall!

[@Tronikart]

Your timing is impeccable, I've had a bust waiting to be painted for some weeks now since I wanted to give it a try, butt I was waiting for the kolinsky sable brushes to arrive, they arrived last week, now this video has been released, I have everything I need now!

[@travishayton1183]

That CD collection mount is legit!

[@jacksummers6464]

Just a heads up: there's a constant, low-freq hum to your dialogue. Tons of possible reasons why, but fixing it might be as simple as adding high-pass filter in your editing software! Good luck! Great video as always, Miniac!

[@LightsLuck-]

I noticed it too. It almost sounds like a fan blowing on the mic whenever he is talking. It's not there when there is no dialogue.

[@resumpsi5468]

Sounds like generic room noise, like air moving through large duct works in an office building. Sampling the room noise should allow him to isolate and dampen those frequencies. Or, he could determine their volume and use a noise gate to prevent his audio recorder/editing software from even detecting it based on its volume. It does sound like the room isn't fully sound treated yet, but I'm not a fanatic about that. Unfortunately, room noise can still exist even with treatment.

[@kscott2655]

Yes, I noticed it too.

[@JimCArt]

Maybe lower the sound effect for the numbering in future videos, for someone who is auditory its a bit jarring. Great production value overall. The hun I’m sure will get sorted. Thank you Scott. Great info and you are killing it.

[@gomezzara_art]

This is how you start a monday! Marvelous video as always papa Scott!

[@timothythorne9182]

Great video! I got one of the Squidmar busts from the Kickstarter when I first started painting. I just recently put it on the plinth to get started. I also just got my first Lucas Pina bust. This video was perfect timing

[@Marcusstratus]

Whoa, this is literally a how-to! Friggin' excellent!

[@DanKeller]

I think I might just quit the rest of KZbin and only watch Scott. Literally the only content actually worth watching. Such great production value, quality information, videography, writing, tempo. Oh and painting. 11 out of 10 would watch again.

[@danielwaters6235]

loving this style of video. more more more. thanks for creating this. Can't wait to apply all this to the wood elf mini soon.....

[@SammyBubbles]

It goes without saying the video was highly informative and helpful, but you keep killing it with the editing, presentation, and style. This was well worth the wait, great work Scott!

[@S0upN1nja]

I actually ended up getting the Scarecrow, and the Oz models from Mindwork Games cus of your Chef video. They make some fantastic looking models.

[@bigjackolilminis]

Loving this more technical take on painting, not that airbrushing is a crutch, It's just such a different skill set. Great Vid Scot!

[@pedrobarros2864]

Love the softness of the transitions. Thanks for sharing this.

[@Malthus]

Sounding really calm and poised as usual, keep up the great content!

[@mezmerizer0266]

I really really appreciate the pacing of your videos. It allows me to actually understand what's going on. Thank you very much for helping make the hobby fun!

[@aberodriguez4149]

Very nice video and work, really enjoyed the material and nice touch with the Man Flesh sound effect. Thanks for sharing.

[@Reyat_Minis]

I don't know what is more impressive. How each new video of yours is my new favorite or your continued excellent taste in band merch! 🤘🤘🤘

[@coalitionofrob436]

Watching you for years now. Really enjoying the Scott Style videos rather than the Chase the Algorithm videos!

[@dennisfoulds3941]

You are the man, thanks Scott.

[@GreySlayer_]

This video slaps

[@MUSTANGREV0LVER]

I am absolutely so gosh darn happy that you know the rocketeer. It genuinely made me tear up a little. But now I have to go get that model too, after I finish painting their Oz model, and paint him up to look like the Rocketeer got a sci-fi sequel 👀

[@michellelinder3721]

The dremel drill press/workstation works great and doesn't cost all that much.

[@Roke1222]

I was actually shocked by how little info there was on plinths when I started painting busts. This sir was a quality video

[@christopherdolan8751]

Looks like the new set is really working for you! Face painting section was very helpful - combo of larger model, watching layers go on, and graphics to aid explanation helped the process click for me.

[@lv100Alice]

Scott crying all the way to the algorithm bank with everyone commenting about the sound

[@Jozef_Bastian]

Oh hi Scott, Can't wait to paint the trio!

[@tthyberg]

Your new setup looks great on camera, Scott! It's great to see you painting again. Love this video!

[@allenbenningfield3865]

Man, the quality of your videos keeps going up. I am still impressed by what you do after years!

[@jwunder246]

I just started my first bust yesterday this is perfect ty

[@eastoforion]

still the best outro in the game!

[@jmaccsarmiesofmiddleearth]

Incredible work man. Dat lotr bust tho oooft, Id never considered a bust until I seen that.

[@jrdill1631]

I was fully paying attention until question 1, then my brain went all "HEEELLLLL YEAH TESTAMENT BRO!!!!!"

[@tedasaurusrex4402]

I know I keep saying this but the amount of inspiration I take from you is immense. And now I really. Really want to paint the chef and the doctor. Your artstyle is something I strive to achieve and your skill is insane. You'll always have my support scott.

[@Miniac]

So nice 😭

[@tedasaurusrex4402]

@@Miniac you dont just inspire me to paint you showed me are a goal to reach, a wall of skill that I'd like to get near. And every single one of my competition and everyday pieces have been dedicated to that. You deserve every bit of niceness I have.

[@Justted227]

The wait was worth it

[@f.s.3197]

Waiting for your videos is worth it.

[@bear_brush]

SCOOOOOOT you wonderful specimen! Moved to the new space... insta upgrade to the video quality of idk 5times :) This is just TOP TOP TIER, it was top tier before. Amazing cam work, so much movement that creates interest! GOD LIKE!

[@HasteHobbies]

Well shown!

[@Slaneshhhh]

I just bought my first bust, this video is exactly what I needed! The hum is killing me a bit but I'm sure you will fix it in the next video.

[@blackguardunlimeted]

More a "master class" than a "how to". Thank you 🙏🏼

[@ChristopherFranz]

Love the new set look!

[@blutaxt777]

This is such a high-inzany level of content. Your new setup, seems like you also upped the camera work. Thank you very much!

[@frannyfranfrancis]

This was like a movie! great editing and cinematography

[@ptothemc]

Speculah, felt like I was home for a hot minute.

[@xedniw23]

Really seeing an increase in your craft overall. You are an inspiration

[@eisi800]

The new studio looks awesome! Great to see you arrive in your new mini-home!

[@kman4316]

loved that he changed his intro, kinda reminds me of Squidmar. (NOT blaming him for copying!)

[@Miniac]

do you mean not having an intro?

[@Sebastion464]

I literally thought the heart you free handed was a transfer when I first saw this painted bust. Great job as always Scott, your video productions is top-notch!

[@sebastiang.5032]

Top-tier production value, Scott! Very great work!

[@epicblade5616]

Informative as always, I feel like I can never get enough tips on doing faces! The little Sepultura in the back is a nice touch too

[@srqminipainter]

Hey Scott. Dropping in to tell you how awesome your videos have become. I love the production value and the editing is stellar! Thanks for all the great vids Scott!

[@Anyway99973]

Fucking love that tendieish intro.

Scott, that fan sneaking into your mic needs some attention :)

[@Miniac]

I agree!!

[@phillydcinematics2543]

What a beautiful new office, I like it, but you will have to soundproof your studio to fix the rumbling audio in the background, but great video nonetheless!

[@Noold]

Love to see some Vulf Love.

[@TabletopCollective]

Oh, hey there, Scott. Stoked there’s a Miniac upload to listen to during my morning painting sesh! - Boone

[@leslamers1633]

Its been a looooong time! Glad your back!! Nice vid m8, lime the way u explain things. Looking forward to ur next vid.

[@bigFrogDaddy]

Welp less than a minute in and I'm shocked sets look great production value over 9000!

[@lordbiscuitthetossable5352]

Video quaility is great! And wow, your art is incredible, so much so it deserves an *ominous rumble!* All jokes aside, glad to see the move has gone well! Hope all is working out for you

[@jacksonb344]

New setup looks great. It's amazing how far your channel has come in the last few years.

[@rennelope]

Thank you so much for doing a vid without an airbrush. I love those vids but as someone without an airbrush this feels like something I’m way more likely to be able to eventually do!

[@Big_Chucky_Studios]

great video, looking to see how you were able to stack your paints on your shelves. been looking to update my studio with similar shelving to spread out my paints. Teach me master jedi.

[@michaeleberhard275]

Like Dr Disrespect is to other gamers, you Scott are to other youtube painters on a whole other level! 🤘

[@garfusa2]

That's a lovely sculpt and a fantastic paint job as always!

[@DZLier]

After your and Ninjon's videos about painting minis as gifts, I am going to paint my first bust for my mom. Really hoping not to fk it up.

[@harrymanback3475]

Brilliant to see you painting online again, great job! ☺️👍

[@MarcinEstkowski]

Love everything but the umpa-lumpa hair. Thanks for sharing the techniques (it was known by me, but you showed it better). Cheers!

[@micahlewis4452]

Finally!!! I've been starving for a Miniac video. You are doing great work!

[@danmclean7375]

Love the OliveDrab/Yellow combo - it looks classic militant, lends some "post-apocalyptic grit", and is far from a typical red/white "candystriper" ☝😬 I feel larger models expose my shortcomings. After struggling with a large eye, l'll never gripe about dotting a teeny pupil ever again.

[@RollDiceTakeNames]

Great video and great shirt! Vulf is amazing!

[@goofytroopy123]

Welcome back ! Great job