I asked artist on Fiverr to paint my Warhammer - difficult mode

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This week we went on Fiverr and asked artists to paint our Warhammer! But - we also asked some of the worlds best painters to paint the exact same minis - here's the result we got.
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Fiverr Artists:
Tassos - fvrr.co/3CJqcY6
Mattilay - fvrr.co/3gpcjXF
Peter Lundström - fvrr.co/3saiGjZ
Little Demon Studios - fvrr.co/3sh7QbW
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The other artists:
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Erik Swinson - / erik_swinson
Aythami Alonso - / aythamialonsoart
Patric ”Puddy” Sand - / puddyspaint
Sam Lenz - / samsonosmas
Lukas - / lukas_miniatures
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Painting miniatures for your warhammer & d&d games. Age of sigmar and warhammer 40k. Blood angels, Slaanesh, Death Guard, Space Marines, Space Wolves, Stormcast Eternals, painting scale models, miniature busts! How to paint NMM. How to paint warhammer, how to paint d&D figures.

[@SquidmarMiniatures]

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[@Squigor77]

Noice

[@Squigor77]

I love this channel bro ur amazing- thx for replying to my message I will think about buying an airbrush

[@MaidenicaMetalliden]

@Squidmar Quick questions... I presume that stls will not be available for this set of minis?

[@SquidmarMiniatures]

@@MaidenicaMetalliden hey, no it's a physical release:)

[@Squigor77]

I think I am also going to be buying the minis!! They r too amazingly detailed to not buy!

[@matthiasl.6013]

Hey, it's mattilay (the painter of the first mini). thank you for the great feedback. I now know I greatly undervalue my work. I'll definitly increase the prices :) For the people who think I spend much more time because it's for Squidmar: No, I didn't. I did this kind of work for the last year with this price and always spend roughly the same amount of hours on a piece. The only thing that changed for this figure, was the boost of motivation, because I did this for someone I've been watching for years now. Thanks again, Squidmar for the opportunity to show of my work.

[@ojeejjaaj2112]

Dude, i just wanted to say that i absolutely LOVED your figure, that glowing effect you did on the sword is just... I CAN'T EXPLAIN IT'S JUST GODLIKE, do you have any social media that you post your painted figures? i'd love to see more of your work

[@noahkarmann3994]

Yours was incredible! Keep up the great work and definitely charge more. Try and find a price point based upon your hourly time commitment. You're getting paid because you are incredibly skilled and talented. If a mini like that takes you 4-6 hours what you charge should reflect your hourly rate whether that be $20-$40 dollars. So 4 hours at $20 should be $80 and so on and so forth. I hope you get lots of business from this!

[@Vulpatron]

Start doing tutorials dude!

[@Nyitemare]

Amazing job!

[@steventyler3985]

You did so good!

[@colbybastian17]

I think one of the biggest takeaways from this series is how drastically many creators undervalue their work.

[@MrSteelface96]

Well the big question is if these painters over-deliver for the price paid because they know who squidmar are, and know potential new customers will come/not come, depending on result.

[@MentatOfDune]

@@MrSteelface96 - 100% I'd love to see this type of vid again but using an anonymous name/address.

[@kaikropp3254]

As far as I know he usually doesn't reveal who he is... at least that's what he said in one of the last videos

[@colbybastian17]

@@kaikropp3254 it can be hard to do that effectively

[@ManoloRibera070]

Gotta make money somehow

[@MyBuddiez]

It's crazy how good that first one is for the price point

[@sandorc]

first mini is fucking great!

[@willsweetin2313]

I agree eh. For $45 bucks that was amazing

[@mikesminis]

Dude I thought about going on fivver but damn I can't compete with that skill right now and the price

[@adamlee2550]

If you have a bit of spare time and you're pretty good, make an account with a cheap price point. If you get a commission, do it and learn from the experience.

[@matthiasl.6013]

Thank you so much :)

[@tassosmks]

I'm honored to be part of this and thank you guys for the opportunity to showcase my work. Secondly, the Sona characters are amazing and I had tons of fun working on my piece. Cheers to you all and Good luck with the KS campaing! Will make sure to grab the same character I painted for sure!

[@Mushrouxmfungi]

My personal favorite paint job in the video. The Purple and yellow scheme is refreshing.

[@tassosmks]

@@Mushrouxmfungi Thank you 🙂

[@Mushrouxmfungi]

@@tassosmks Honestly would love to see how 40k orkz would look

[@tassosmks]

@@Mushrouxmfungi got a couple on my desk but I need to stick to greens 🤣

[@Samtuvelo]

bud, you're amazing

[@patricsand4966]

Thanks guys for letting me part of this video and project! I had a great time painting the Barbarian (the second one). I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did and maybe it can give you some inspiration 😀

[@jules2855]

Yeah I love it ! It’s a masterpiece, the sword has such a vibe and everything is greatly done, it’s amazing. 👍

[@OctoDog13]

Stone sword looks very stylish, great work

[@cleoalexandria8435]

your paint job was more clean and perfect, sick details, but I would love to see you get inspired from your competition and work on some cool glowing effects and light bouncing!

[@nexyo118]

From someone who dont play this game and dont know about it i think your Figure is the best of all. All the others have this ugly green "glow" (people in comments say its glow) and i really dont know why. For me it looks they just want to safe time so they just make it in this ugly green everywhere so they dont have to color it. Even animals on Hand on the expensive ones are green i mean wtf? If you want glow use light but dont make figures green!? Your Figure is insanely nice and have the best colors from all of them, just amazing The Sword of your Figure is also very nice, thats how i tought it should be when i saw the first one Just nearly perfect in my opinion, if i would play or collect this i want my figures look like this

[@stevenstaubach1061]

Bro, how did you do the hair? The hair is amazing! I need to know o.o

[@jonathanroberts4615]

1st one was my favorite. The glow effect from the sword really pulled it together.

[@Czermet666]

Ah I thought the blue on the hand & belt was like a frosting, was getting icy vibes for that one

[@freddywilliams9837]

This channel is starting to feel like an excuse to showcase a load of independant artist's work and I love it.

[@mastodonseven]

Think it was more about the boxes they were selling

[@malenky4057]

I always get nervous when watching videos that are 'we paid people on fiverr' that people's hard work is just going to get shit on. But I'm so happy so see every price point being celebrated. Hats off to all the artists.

[@KabinMiniatures]

Hot dang, that glowing blade on the first barbarian really sells the whole mini!

[@SimonHergott]

That first one is by far the most impressive. That glow really sets it apart.

[@NotyouraverageFish]

You guys should do a blind test where you have to match the model with the quality of painter you think it comes from

[@dominikgose2609]

Agreed. Knowing who the piece comes from i think sets an expectation right away

[@nexyo118]

Yea that would be cool, i think the expensiv one isnt that good, why is its Skin green? at 14:25 It should be brown and the grounding is brown but why this ugly green color everywhere? the animal on his hand also green? wtf?^^

[@roymatthews5596]

I love this idea!

[@TheArmyPainter]

Wow, first of all, those minis look amazing! And, all of the miniatures are painted to an exceptional standard! Of course, we expect the pros to look great (and they did), but all of the commission artists made really, really compelling pieces. This was a really fun video.

[@SquidmarMiniatures]

Thx guys 🥳

[@nexyo118]

The expensiv ones all have this green color everywhere for "glow", i think thats just ugly and should save time so they dont have to color it? In my opinion the cheaper ones are way better, this at 5:08 is the best of all

[@xxdrbadassxx]

My favorite mini was littledemonstudios paint job. The way he painted the little fox to make it seem like he’s creating all the little woodland creatures with his magic is soo creative. And his flesh tones are gorgeous. The detail on the feathers is stunning too

[@Shini122]

I love the shaman ork from fiver, the way the animal coming out of his finger goes from blue mana to flesh and fur looks amazing. Also really excited to see the rest of the elves, deffo my favourite design can just imagine him awaiting trespassers in their land, leaning on his sword intimidatingly saying “what business do you have here?”

[@gildeddrake1479]

that was my favorite part too ! I love how it made it really look that the magical energy was turning to flesh, it truly felt like this was caught in the middle of a summoning spell.

[@ashon._.fireYT]

Same!

[@larrytherustyboii7442]

happen to know what the ork's name? i dont know how to spell it

[@nexyo118]

what? i think this green "glow" is just ugly, why someone would make this animals on the hand green, wtf?

[@NeFjuS]

@@nexyo118 ?? what are you even saying dude

[@millenwagon]

Let’s be honest, they all look absolutely amazing

[@igormorais4192]

Honestly ALL were fantastic. Some had superior technique but the guys who had less technique were also the ones with the boldest choices. But that second orc was the best painted mini I've ever seen. That guy is nothing short of a genius. All these guys are worth their salt, from the first to the last.

[@Jethropeth]

That very first one was phenomenal. Love the blue glow from the sword

[@travisolson9413]

I have no idea when it comes to miniatures. Don't own any. Never probably will. I watched this just out of curiosity as to the quality of work at the different levels of pay. I must say that I am totally blown away. I think all of those look awesome. Again, I have no idea what to look for or what makes a paint job great, and I appreciate you guys explaining what you noticed, but man, the time and care that was put into those is amazing. Just wanted to say to all the people who painted those.......well done. I am just super impressed.

[@OJEPICFANCYSAUCE]

All were epic, but the very first was my favorite. The glowing blade and the sheen on the cape over his hand, plus the fur

[@Slackker_]

Those cast shadows on the orc druid are breathtaking

[@tassosmks]

I did piss my pants during comparison

[@guille787]

Was looking for this comment. Truly a first time seeing for me. Deserves admiration

[@RobUnwraps]

The talent on display by these artists is just outstanding. Congratulations to everyone involved. Fantastic jobs all around.

[@user-tt5xj5ib1e]

I really like the idea about commissioning different artists to do different pieces, each have their own style and creative outlook. It's like having a mini museum showcasing the work of great artists :)

[@samualwilliamson1187]

I LOVE seeing multiple artists' interpretations of these minis. All of them were next-level paintjobs, but the bases really through them over the top. Seeing these is going to effect how I paint, which is great. Please do more of these type videos. Both your commentary is really enjoyable. Keep up the great work!

[@jeffhunter12]

Man, the sheer skill and creativity shown just blows me away. i love this series and really look forward to painting some of those minis myself

[@MrTelecasterIV]

The gloom on the sword of the 1st mini is fantastic!! It's really very atmospheric, gives me a Skyrim vibe, I can almost feel the cold coming from that sword.

[@guiden15]

All of those paint jobs look amazing, would be hard to judge them

[@quentinalloucherie4948]

EVERY miniature was really stunningly painted, meaning the "best painters of the world" must level up fast because fivrr's painters are close!

[@VerhoevenSimon]

All marvelous results, I honestly think I'd feel guilty over the price paid for the first one that result is amazing especially that sword.

[@BrokenSharpie35]

I wish it would’ve been mentioned more, but the absolute amount of detail Mathias Put into his piece was phenomenal. I wish they would’ve noticed the glow of the sword on the body. *chefs kiss*

[@SquidmarMiniatures]

We do even mention it in the video ;)

[@nicolasdeze3546]

The Erik swinson ork version is amazing! So great paintjob here ! Proud to be part of that 😁

[@tassosmks]

you were not bad yourself lol absolutely stunning sir

[@nicolasdeze3546]

@@tassosmks oh thanks mate 😁

[@MaharPROD]

Nice job Niko!!

[@nicolasdeze3546]

@@MaharPROD merci mon pote 😁😁

[@ttvflakitgh]

Your ork was absolutely unreal, perfect in every way. Erik's version was stylistic and incredible, but I can't stop pausing to admire the details in your work.

[@MrPeterundderWolf]

Just impressive how much these minis come to live and tell a story just with the visuals! crazy how good a paint job can be!

[@justinniles1443]

The two orcs were my favorite. Both were amazing quality.

[@felixramminger5556]

Who else loves the Fiverr series?

[@SquidmarMiniatures]

i do hahaha 😂

[@zaynevanday142]

Me too 😂

[@utgar131]

They are really sweet! Hopefully they are worth the investment as they do seem costly.

[@user-xz8xm2de9s]

Not Emil's wallet i guess

[@piotrpalacz4811]

who doesn't? ;)

[@ROMANLAPPATMINIATUREART]

Great video, beautiful miniatures all over! That first barbarian paintjob is awesome!

[@lrdstrahd1]

All of these were amazing! A lot better than I can do. Pieces like these inspire me to get better. Thanks for doing this video and showcasing their work.

[@firestar29]

Omg the paintjobs on these are otherwordly. Amazing, great job by every artist in this vid!

[@donkey_paints_minis4732]

My favourite part of the video was, when i looked at my painted minis and started sobbing until my voice was gone and i told them they were still my precious in a gollum like voice. Also i like the artist opus displays for those amazing minis...i just bought a trashcan to store mine 😂

[@petersavickas7743]

I know the feeling. Everyone (local) who sees what I've painted is always telling me they're great. And the whole time I'm thinking "PLEASE don't look at KZbin, please don't!"

[@WitnessMyMinis]

Thanks for the opportunity 🎉❤

[@tassosmks]

Good job mate

[@WitnessMyMinis]

@@tassosmks oh you to mate ! Yours was awesome !!!

[@tassosmks]

@@WitnessMyMinis 🙏🙏🙏 thank you friend

[@Confusedsandwich]

All of the minis were amazing! I have taken ideas from every single one which I am now going to try myself, thankyou so much! (and well done to the painters)

[@gogwon5139]

Mathis getting ambient lighting like that is so trippy and impressive to me

[@adamlee2550]

For the first one I actually preferred the cheaper mini. Both are sick though.

[@liamjamescotterill1535]

I would love to see the Shaman Orc (Gondar?) painted in the red he is depicted as in the concept art. I know green is the orc default but my personal belief is orcs are so versatile you can do so much more. Paint a red orc Squidmar!!!

[@SKALS-ICY-TOM]

Just as you said, I also love these vids with the comparison between the different artists takes on the minis and at different price scales

[@Vikingeek]

The more I see of the minis of your upcoming Kickstarter, the more excited I get!

[@gregpower308]

Stunning work from everyone involved in your project. Your dedication to our hobby is inspiring. Thank you. As for a favourite? I can’t choose 😂

[@emtking3385]

They were all really amazing! Had to watch the video more than once to appreciate them.

[@TheMrFishnDucks]

The mini painting is absolutely amazing. Keep up the good work.

[@ArtisOpus]

Nice box, Emil

[@SquidmarMiniatures]

Nice box Byron

[@Tagger-1306]

Those are some great cabinets! Cant wait to order them normally. Love the artwork on the elf with the black armour. Thats just a colour preference for me.

[@bushibayushi]

I loved every single mini displayed in this video, wonderful work everyone

[@tyeklund7221]

It’s videos like this that really get my motivation going to sell my work. If these people have the confidence to put their work out there then so do I

[@TBelvy420]

They all did outstanding work

[@bodyw1999]

I just stumbled on this video and i'm glad i did. Never knew i would like an art video of this kind, but it amazed me. Thanks for the great content earned a sub 🙂😁

[@TheGheddon]

Mattilay is seriously undercharging, he is amazingly talented.

[@matthiasl.6013]

Thank you so much :)

[@mr.forbes7300]

The first model is incredible. All are brilliant work. But such an excellent use of colour to imitate the glow without the glow

[@alpacaodoom]

The first guy got sold short, even with all the praise that glow effect is insane. I genuinely didn't realise there was no light there until my brain caught up and remembered it was a paint job. It's insane how well done that effect is.

[@benjaminb5068]

Freeking awesome ! Just wow...the talent of the artists is.... Inbelivable

[@typhvam5107]

Erik Swinson's mini is what it looks like if you sell your soul to some entity, honestly its godlike, looks like a digital painting

[@onlyhuman3]

I am always anxious about kickstarters. But that display case looks amazing. I really hope it gets through kickstarter!

[@Guitarkalle]

The minis look amazing! Lovely paint jobs too, all of them

[@GlossRabban]

Lukas's minie is my favorite, I just love the rough feel it has. (Except for the back). The NokoDize ork, then the other ork, and then the second druid (the expensive one). The rest are also great, incredible models and very well painted.

[@euansmith3699]

These models are all astonishingly well painted. However, it was the turquoise light on Simenmaler's mini that made me go, "Whoa!"

[@WeebWacker-kx7wo]

That sword glow is awesome in the beginning - all of it was great

[@King_of_Sofa]

Wow, incredible. I'm speechless. If you have the skill and talent to paint like this, then I respect you more than you could ever realize!

[@roundboywarm]

My favourite was the Orc by Littledemonstudio. It's such a nice touch, having the palms and underside of the arms be a different colour and it just makes so much sense!

[@jad7932]

The first shaman ork was by far my favourite. The details were all incredible, but the saturated colour on the ork!!! Oh my Lord that looked insane! What a beautiful figure.

[@Colakork123]

In one way these videos are so inspiring. On the other hand I will never ever be close to this good so I feel sad xD I really like this Channel , you guys just send of a so good and kind vibe!! Good luck on the kickstarter

[@daveswitch22]

Oh my God.. I'm totally new to the scene of mini painting (I havnt painted a model on ~20 years) these blew my mind! How are people so good! Those last 4 had me gawking at the screen

[@jimmerseiber]

Aythami Alonsos absolutely blew me away with that "skin". Might be my favorite I've seen in this series.

[@Wiltac]

That last one looks iridescent.. Wow! They all look 10/10 to me. Loved the comparisons! Super cool video. Well done!

[@WrongHammer]

Lots of very talented painters out there

[@mannybruce8950]

The blue light glowing off the sword onto the body was very creative and skilled for the priced charged . The comparisons proves that paying more for something don't always means it's better , it just meas you paid more for it . The amount of great talent in the world should humble those who managed to become very successful from their talent because there are always someone who haves equal talent or better who just weren't fortunate to be as successful . The artist who charged $45 probably paints as a hobby after working their job and was just as good compared to the artists who are painting strictly as a business to pay their bills . Something to think about the amount of talented people out in the world .

[@shawnc4240]

absolutely love those light boxes! need to get some asap

[@marialopes7716]

I have no idea why you tube landed me here but Im so glad it did! Amazing job! every single one!

[@andrewfaramphotography]

Some of these are great. I know it’s all subjective but as an artist as well, I feel like one bit of feedback I’d have to people hiring painters is maybe give them a colour pallet or point them in the direction of colours because it’s your personal preference and yes, there is artistic liberty but at least personally I find it tacky looking when I see too many contrasting/bold colours rather than maybe one contrasting and then the rest complimenting.

[@richerickson4218]

Those all turned out great! I might need to get my brushes out for that last figure!

[@marianaribeiro8376]

NAH mattilay absolutely CRUSHED it!!! the glow effect coming from the sword and reflecting on his leg??? GENIUS!! Would easily pay 600!

[@mavez6322]

Amazing from all the artists.

[@olivercornelius7662]

this is a great video idea! Nice variety and it showcases other artists talents and ideas!

[@deepstatethrombosis]

Dude, some of these were so damn good they gave me the chills!

[@arnaudmarch788]

I mean Erik Swinson's is mindblowing, like I could spend hours looking at his work, didn't realize painting could be that good

[@kaldorf]

All awesome, but shout out to the $43 one. The sculpts are great too the Druid with animal friends is great. I will paint that one for my daughter when I get good enough to do it justice.

[@brie3679]

That first one was great! Wow!

[@bradwarner494]

That first one was Murderous!!!! That guy is the king and undervalued himself deeply

[@lordofgraphite]

This worlbuilding is incredibly refreshing, as a 2D artist I was drooling over the sketches

[@Hirschkuhadapter]

Looks awesome. Keep it up. These ones are lookin great.

[@leaverpool8059]

These minis looks awesome! Really like the idea of smart Orks 😅. Congratulations to all painters, all are amazing. My favorite would be the fiverr Ork (4th mini), the work is amazing and the scars on his back is a nice detail!

[@traversal6881]

Love love love these videos. Such good fun, especially with you both critiquing them.

[@PynkPwny]

I wanted to start painting miniatures as a hobby as I don't play any of the games or know the lore really well, but man I don't think I could ever do the quality of work these guys are putting out! That first mini needs to be priced at least double for the quality and it's crazy how people undervalue their time and talent!

[@peonmyhall]

I know nothing about Warhammer and I could watch this all day. These people are so talented.

[@osirisianplays8089]

absolutely incredible work, by all of the artists! 🙂

[@Nortic111]

Some remarkable pieces there!

[@dafruk1]

wow phenomenal work by everyone. Can't believe you got that first one for $50 that is some serious low balled pricing! The Elf at the end was incredible how both painters took similar approaches but with a different metal colour, very cool.

[@PureBrawler]

The shadows on the ork shaman were the best things I have ever seen. Ever. Will ever see. I can't properly process in my brain how good they were.

[@basildaoust2821]

All those paint jobs looked fantastic, but I must say I was blown away by the guy who did the paintjob for was it like $43 or something, I mean 550 or 43. I know who I would choose for most of my painting needs.

[@Jerome...]

The light on the 1st mini is just great

[@andresescalona937]

ambient light effect on the first one is wild.

[@aythamialonsotorrent903]

Thank you guys! Awesome paintjobs

[@tassosmks]

humbled by your art 🙏🙏🙏

[@sandaemon]

I like how Simenmaler extended the upper lip highlight to the mouth's edge. That made the elf smile instead of being angry.