I made Stormcast Gladiator Samurai for Warhammer

[@kiwiwarlord8152]

i really enjoy your slower, almost documentary-style videos. Its very comforting when painting alongside it.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Kiwi, I appreciate you letting me know.

[@jesscoughtry8660]

The long form videos, story telling and random sidebars are why I always come back! Don’t change a thing Alex!

[@52Miniatures]

Thanks Jess!

[@RyMar87]

Agreed! Keep these longer videos coming!

[@ErwinEisenstein]

Hearn hear!

[@Gokou3036]

“Maybe most others are better painters than I” I disagree sir, your extremely thoughtful process yields wonderful results in my opinion.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you humbly Gokou!

[@monkeyhammer]

I do like to see this style of painting represented, so much on KZbin and Instagram is focused on ultra smooth blending or ultra fast speed painting or ultra brown grimdark. These look so nice and painted in a way that looks like a traditional 2d painting.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you M, I appreciate it.

[@KleineKassiopeia]

I also really enjoy the more quiet, slower pace videos. And cool paintjobs as well.

[@52Miniatures]

Glad you like them Kleine!

[@iain.sm.c]

What I love most about your paint job is how expressive and dramatic they are.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Iain!

[@samuelbroad11]

wholeheartedly concur

[@markfrommontana]

It’s brilliant how you transform the ugly stage into the amazingly stunning finish. Wonderful! 👍👍👍

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Mark!

[@thejayb1983]

I love listening to your videos, full of information but geels like you're chatting directly to me. The honesty is fantastic something we dont always get.

[@52Miniatures]

I appreciate it TJ

[@HQRubbish]

The usage of Non-Non-Metallic-Metal must surely be revolutionary.

[@siharrop5055]

We love your video style Alex, it’s very unique and make you stand out, never change it. Keep up the amazing work. We’re looking forward to seeing many more in the future. Especially the dioramas to name a few. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@52Miniatures]

Thanks S! I appreciate it truly

[@DyingtoPaint]

The book review over painting footage was brilliant not only because fiction, film, and music all inform our hobby but because talking about these things is what we do when we paint with our friends. You’ve outdone yourself Alex and your NMM is much better than mine.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Mark. I've done regular book recommendation videos in the past but the just don't work because of "KZbin". I figured I'd try sneaking them in like this instead.

[@jw70467]

This is my favorite 40k / modeling channel. The quality of production and the love in the video and the minis. Always a privilege to see a new video from you!

[@52Miniatures]

I humbly appreciate it JW, thank you 🙏

[@AcoylteKraven82]

14:31- I guess it would depend on what kind of yellow you want to end with?!? Like you said, yellow is very thin! So because of that whatever the under coat is with determine what the yellow will look like after you apply it and it dries!?! For me, I like a more orange, red-ish yellow for my Imperial Fist! So I will paint a Incursion Orange for the brighter spots and a Lava Orange for the darker/more shaded areas! Then a thin coat of Daemonic Yellow over it all! And depending on if I want the yellow to stand out more I would keep adding more thin coats of yellow until I got what I wanted!!!

[@emilviuff2514]

"almost finished 2000 points of a soon-to-be-obsolete army" is really just a sentence that hurts in its reality.

[@52Miniatures]

Indeed. And this is the second army...

[@LukeSteichen]

And the kitbashes and painting turned out absolutely amazing!!!

[@alexandermanthey-romei5397]

The Minis look Great and you tell a story with your painting. That is very motivational for me painting my stuff. I really enjoy your movies/videos. Tack för att du målade !

[@52Miniatures]

Tack själv!

[@cillamccarthy6987]

The final glory shot shows a really well executed paint job. Half way through the video I was unsure of where the final minis were going but I'm pleased to say that fear was unfounded. I like the take of doing the armour as a leather instead of metal.

[@52Miniatures]

That was a fun idea that came out of the "Roman" concept. It's why I like having ideas for armies that might not be connected to the lore of the game. I'd never thought of trying to do leather armour without that little story side line of Roman soldiers. I like how it turned out :)

[@itwassean]

I love how much detail you are able to achieve with what seems like so few colors in relation to the final result. I tried some NMM last week and got really discouraged at the same sketchy effect you achieved here, but maybe if I adjust my expectation and lean into it, that will make me a bit happier. Your NMM looks really good here, and maybe I just didn't take it far enough. Great video! And I love how you show the less glamorous parts of the hobby that are so real.

[@52Miniatures]

I find it takes a bit of repetition. There's plenty of spots on these ten minis that don't look great. And there's some that do (to me). But repeating the ten minis with similar panels and shapes made me "better" for each mini.

[@lordbiscuitthetossable5352]

I think that's the thing, painting scheme complexity doesn't necessarily make a finer final product. Just being mindful of what colours we use and how to compliment them is. Like, I wouldn't have thought about introducing other colours to shade yellow in this really stylistic way, but it really does work. Makes me want to do some experimentation of my own.

[@justinmacrae7430]

This is the best way to have an ad sponsor in a video.

[@ellesse3862]

I don't like your videos short. I enjoy listening to your voice as you share your hobby and your thoughts, interesting projects, eye candy, and food for thought.. and so relaxing. Excellent kitbashed conversions. Thank you.

[@52Miniatures]

I appreciate that!

[@robertlavery6896]

I truly love this style of painting, I've finally managed to sorta do this style myself, working on a 40k Spiritseer for my, as of yet purchased, Aeldari army.

[@52Miniatures]

Great to hear and thank you for the support Robert!

[@janroodbol5055]

You really shine in these longer format painting/building videos, lof the randomish extra bits, keep it up!

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you humbly Jan

[@NewSquallor]

Ah, that's how you prime in the cold. I've just been waiting for a break that might be warm enough to at least do it in a non-heated garage. Fantastic kitbash.

[@52Miniatures]

As long as it's freezing outside, a lot of moisture actually freezes and the air is rather dry. Usually better for priming than a dreary and moist cool

[@benjaminjack867]

Truly love the hue change across the surface. Something I definitely want to experiment with

[@52Miniatures]

Great to hear Ben 👍

[@tianlocky8612]

'Maybe I should take up golf instead.' 😂😂😂 This makes me feel better, I get so disheartened sometimes in the ugly stage.

[@MrNeelneel]

I've seen a lot of skillshare ads in this hobby youtube space; yours was by far the most compelling. If you are actually interested in writing novels I would argue you have a very strong grasp of narrative structure. They owe you more than the referral pittance.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you MrN, I appreciate it!

[@Wijkert]

7:02 I like shading yellow with purple to get a brown tone that looks more interesting than just using brown

[@52Miniatures]

Indeed! Good to hear from you W!

[@Wijkert]

@@52Miniatures definitely still watching your stuff (which remains great) and trying to write meaningful comments as much as I can!

[@thedabblingwarlock]

I don't mind longer videos. Love your style and the journey you take us on with these.

[@52Miniatures]

Good to know! Thanks

[@templar1701]

After a very long and tiring day it is quite literally the best feeling to see one of your videos in my feed Alex.

[@52Miniatures]

Glad to hear it Templar!

[@Geistermoor]

Another one banned from the hobby desk by the own spawn. I'm feeling with you - frustration and pride in equal parts is a weird combination ^^ I hope your son is happy with his Orruks. And I really like your approach to painting - you are much braver than I am.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you G. I hope to get banished more often. I’ve never forced minis or painting on him, I just try and accommodate when he want to try out. I’m surprised by his patience.

[@jens-oskarrosenqvist6315]

When the weather is a bit shitty here in Göteborg (oftast....) i use the bicycle shed in the basement of the apartment house where i live for priming and varnish spraying. Love your videos, keep up the good work!

[@garyjenson1326]

Longer videos just means more time with Alex. It's not a problem..for us..😂

[@saltfreegamer]

Love your long rambling videos! My crutch for painting yellow is the airbrush. It's much easier to work with the transparent nature of it when spraying.

[@52Miniatures]

It is indeed! Thanks Salt

[@BrilliantBenGaming]

One of the biggest draws for me to Warhammer is this idea of making a seemingly uniform army tell a unique story of its own through customizations and color schemes that do not follow exactly with the lore. I've been on that journey of watching every painting and color theory video I can find on warhammer and miniatures. Since I don't yet have a buffet of paints to choose from I vicariously enjoy watching all the materials you try out in this video.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you BBG I appreciate it. I know it's a bit weird seeing all the creators with massive arsenals (like myself) using all the stuff. I've felt that way myself in the beginning. But I now just use what I've amassed as it's the way I work.

[@hkapeman]

I appreciate your book recommendations. I find the fantasy genre very vast and usually go by word or mouth recommendations for by next read. Thank you.

[@ragozzinehq]

Nevernight added to my library list. Good seeing your mini work in a video again. Cheers, Alex!

[@52Miniatures]

Great to hear Ragoz! Thank you.

[@gregorycafiero9688]

I like that you keep the process in. Too many are just naming a paint, show a few strokes and then cut to the flawless painted spot for the next step. I love Duncan but he set a weird standard for mini painting videos

[@aramisdejinn3241]

genuinely loved everything about this vid. the style, pacing, really worked for me. thanks for the content.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Aramis

[@freedoomed]

slapchop contrast paints are the only way i can do yellow these days. i stipple/over/dry brush an additional highlight on as well as edge highlights and it turns out really great.

[@HB-gs4zm]

Great Video, your work is an absolute gift for all of us! The length of your videos is perfect for watching while cooking 😄👍

[@52Miniatures]

Thanks HB!

[@GenesisMaximus]

I like your work, both paint and cinematography. Please keep sharing your stories with us. It keeps motivation and inspirations high for both art and learning

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you humbly G

[@chrisantzaras]

This is just awesome! Awesome awesome awesome awesome!! One of my favourite videos you've made. Don't worry about making short videos. The longer they are, the more we get to enjoy. Can't wait for the next stormcast video!

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you so much Chris, I'm glad to hear it!

[@isisnmagic1812]

Great video awesome story, myst say though the brown and yellow reminded me of the banana and toffee sweets of my youth in the 70's

[@52Miniatures]

That's pretty true! Banana Stormcast :)

[@MonkeyNinja99]

These guys look amazing! I love seeing your process, including some of the ‘mistakes’ along the way.

[@52Miniatures]

Glad you like them Bill, thank you 🙏

[@empyreal_lord]

You have a very soothing verbal cadence, very nice to listen to while doing my own painting. And I appreciate you talking about your process with all the experiments and mistakes in such a matter-of-fact way, it really helps with my own painting imposter syndrome

[@52Miniatures]

I appreciate it E, I do hope by just trying to tell my story that it might encourage or maybe inspire. The road is crocked for me but most of the stuff I see has straight golden roads.

[@christinasharp420]

I've just discovered your channel and I wanted to say that I really like the slower pace and longer run times than my usual hobby content, it is almost tranquil. Also hearing you talk about your desire to begin a writing project made me pick up my own for the first time in over a year, so thanks. (hopefully more of your videos will lead to an end to my two year painting slump as well.)

[@52Miniatures]

I'm very glad to hear this C, thank you I appreciate it.

[@emdeo]

That purple/blue wetblending on the yellow is truly inspirational. I have to start practicing this technique more, that looked so fun. These models turned out spectacular, very much worth the time I'd say.

[@52Miniatures]

Glad to hear it Emdeo

[@erikbraun473]

These looked really cool at the end. I wasn't sure how the brown and yellow would work with other colors but they came out great.

[@JohnCharlesBetts]

Nice and relaxing, best way to watch a painting video. The half-way terrible look you mention is something I sometimes struggle to push beyond; in your case, the end result was certainly well worth it. Grand.

[@52Miniatures]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@veneficusvex914]

I'm really loving the vibe of your videos. Some videos seem so frantic, almost panicky in their delivery, but I look forward to yours because it's well paced and well thought out 😁

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Ven! I appreciate it.

[@StormcastMarine]

Thanks for making your videos Alex I have a very good life, I'm very privileged, but everyone gets tired. Watching you do the things we love is alike a little holiday.

[@52Miniatures]

I appreciate that S, thank you

[@NickAt-Knight]

Loved the segway into the sponsor.

[@Matt-md5yt]

Sweet more Stormcast customs. Love your take on them

[@52Miniatures]

Yay! Only a few more to go and the army will be done.

[@j.s.fluegelschlag842]

Great Video and very different approach to yellow, but I learned a lot! Thanks Alex

[@52Miniatures]

Thanks JS!

[@WhatsleftofTom]

Came together beautifully. Nice work!

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@xgymratx83]

Id love to hear you talk more about how to be ok with, for lack of a better term "messy" paint job? Im still in a phase of trying to paint perfectionist but I love the over all look of your work. Please teach us how to zoom out, simplify and be brave!

[@52Miniatures]

I have issues with the same thing myself so I'm not sure if I'm the best teacher 😅

[@ovan2190]

Your kitbash videos are always a treat Alex, you have a way with making it feel less daunting and I think it has to do with how you don't focus on how tough it can be but rather the more positive aspects of it like the story you make as you select the pieces or what fits the theme you want. Great video as always 😊

[@52Miniatures]

I'm glad to hear it and appreciate you letting me know Ovan, thanks.

[@domjack8545]

As always, very encouraging to try something of your own. And I enjoy your longer videos very much.

[@52Miniatures]

Awesome, thank you!

[@SurfaceDweller]

Lovely colors and great kit bashing!

[@52Miniatures]

Glad you like it SurfaceD

[@Ladrius4000]

Absolutely gorgeous minis, and the video was incredibly relaxing to listen to - Your astute monologue over the painting footage is truly enjoyable. I also loved the idea of painting Stormcast with leather armor and I am absolutely going to use that on my own minis. Thanks very much for making such amazing content!

[@52Miniatures]

Thanks L! The leather armour was a bit of an early revelation that I’ve applied to most of the army. The most roman thing I could think of :)

[@zackerymorris8268]

I enjoy your approach to your videos and paint jobs. I really appreciate the slow, methodical nature of it and your dry humor adds a lot. I've been getting tired of all the over the top nature of a lot of the other painters on here and I'm really glad I can put your videos on relax and get into the important thing painting minis. Not the "10 mini painting tricks you won't believe work" or the constant need to just go go go fast get the video and minis done. Thank you so much for that. If I'm painting I want to be calm and methodical and you give that vibe to your videos more than anyone else. Please keep making these videos just as you are!

[@52Miniatures]

I very much appreciate this Zack, thank you for letting me know. It helps a lot to know.

[@6PlusSave]

Glad you found the maxmini helmets and made some amazing stormcast. Love the use of different kits for a very special feel to them.

[@RyMar87]

Excellent kit bashing! Really liked the colour scheme as well!

[@52Miniatures]

Thanks a lot!

[@jonnil1997]

They look amazing, so dirty and weathered but still with clean finish

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you J!

[@Claxeius]

I've read that book series. I really enjoyed it.

[@thom-novi]

Awesome. Such nice colour contrast.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you!

[@WasiKaBooM]

Cheers Alex. Blessed be the brushstroke. Blending is for smoothies

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Mr Boom!

[@jamesharrison142]

I love the "soon-to-be-obsolete" jibe 😅

[@Auriorium]

This is beautiful, I am planning to make a similar paint style for my Dweghom from Conquest.

[@thorikstoneshield3716]

Hi Alex, I think you're right, do not paint for some times, make me feel like everything I knew is been deleted, in these days I'm working on a small diorama, with two 54mm Andrea minis, and after some years without painting some so big I'm quite scared, I love those minis and I'm worried to make a mess. Thanks for this video, is always a pleasure to have a high protein pancake and a coffee, watching you working

[@52Miniatures]

I think one of the benefits of not painting for some time is that I "forget" some things I've done as a habit and replace it with something new. This can lead to interesting development. But the brushcontroll, controll over paint consistency, things like that certainly goes down after a while.

[@eriqone9245]

The praetor with paladin arms and that helmet... Might be the perfect stormcast. Something about its silhouette or proportions just hits the right spot. Thank you! They all look great

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you E!

[@Starstrykerx]

Holy cow, I just finished the Nevernight Chronicles. The second book was my favorite. Great series, am reading his Empire of the Vampire now. Anyway, great video and well needed inspiration for my current painting project. Thank you Alex!

[@52Miniatures]

Thanks man! I’ve the the Vampire book too. I really enjoyed the setting and story but would have appreciated a little less “pretty people” :) I don’t know if you know what I mean… but the halfblood this is such a great idea as well as the sort of imminent end of humanity vibe. Really liked it

[@Starstrykerx]

I know exactly what you mean and agree completely! @@52Miniatures

[@graefx]

I really appreicate being taken on the jounrey through all the warty and ugly phases. As an aside, the rabbit hole a good cover can send you down. I wish those arts were available in hardcover. And the excerpt really explains why they said for fans of Game of Thrones.

[@LukeSteichen]

Thanks for another wonderful video Alex! They are always inspiring and thoroughly enjoyable!

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Luke!

[@zramirez5471]

What an awesome trip back to the owlcast! The atmosphere your paint style creates is so rewarding to see! I'd love to see these sitting on a table to get a feel for how visible they are at a medium distance

[@52Miniatures]

Thanks Ramirez, I'm looking forward to getting the full army on the table and see what it looks like.

[@grombatmole]

Maaaate, can you do a video of interior design, decoration, and clothing fashion? Everything in this video looks so good!

[@MisterTingles]

i might actually steal that "Pro-tip from a non-pro" line... in addition to all the urban monk philosophy and hobbying tips, of course. The shadow-via-volor-rather-than-value is a real eye-opener for me... Fantastic video as always!

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you MrT! I appreciate it.

[@magnusmillerwilson]

Well. I ordered the books based on your read. You should do more book reviews; they would be fabulous! Even if you just did a weekly, short extra Patreon video on a book I would watch and love it!

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Magnus! I have done video recommendation videos in the past. I believe there is a playlist. Unfortunately they messed with the KZbin algorithm. KZbin got confused and the book videos actually affected the hobby videos in a negative manner, pulling down my views as KZbin couldn’t decide if it should recommend my videos as hobby or book videos. So I stopped. I don’t like it but this was not a stand to make.

[@stretch3281]

Spot on, i don't like short videos plus we got a bonus book recommendation 😀

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Stretch!

[@Allrounder1976]

Enjoyable as always and the perfect lengh for me to have the feeling that I learned a little bit more about colours and how to use them the brave way 😊

[@52Miniatures]

Great to hear!

[@derekgarcia3069]

Always enjoy the way you can tell a story while talking about the hobby. Another great video! It also reminds me I want to try some NMM, especially the kind of sketchy/painterly style.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Derek!

[@blakec1924]

Beautiful work and love how you spin concepts for your games

[@Bishop0151]

Thanks for another enjoyable meander through your subconscious approach to mini's. It's always quite chilled and relaxing.👍for Nevernight.

[@52Miniatures]

Many thanks!

[@Dark_Burner]

I have been waiting for this video after seeing the figures on Instagram. It was worth the wait for sure. I love your painting style and learning the thought processes behind it. I would like to emulate this style, but I cannot seem to get out of my own way when it comes to "sketchiness." Thanks for the book recommendation too. I listen to audiobooks while I paint, so I have the first book on hold from my local library.

[@52Miniatures]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the video and good luck with the book :)

[@Dark_Burner]

@@52Miniatures I finished the "Nevernight" last night. What an amazing book. I loved the style, the story, the characters, and the little historical side notes the narrator made. It reminded me of the Harry Potter series, but definitely for adults.

[@52Miniatures]

@@Dark_Burner nice!

[@coreymorse1347]

Don't worry about the length. This is a better video than if you compressed the same thing into 10-12 minutes rushing through everything.

[@jpwyrm]

That test mini looks great! As is the finished squad of course. I admire your fast NMM painting skill, it looks quite convincing. The sketching approach of trial and error is a very interesting approach to painting mini where you seem to let go of pressure and just have fun with paint - I should try this more often. Personnal opinion : if you go through with your idea of writing a Fantasy book, I strongly suggest you record an Audio version. I fin I alway enjoy listening to your voice explaining how you painted a mini or what's your thought process on selecting this or that theme for an army.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Jp. The feat of trying to write a book is a large one, so we'll see how that goes. But I'm sure it will take years :)

[@jpwyrm]

@@52Miniatures Nice things takes time. That's what telling myself with painting miniatures at least...

[@SullysScaleModels]

Fantastic dude!!! You know me i like a black back ground😁

[@bendluck]

I love it when I get book recs! recently started reading rotherweird (another rec from you I believe) and liking the, well, rather weird vibes 😅

[@52Miniatures]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@ricardopinto1796]

Thanks for the book recommendation, also, nice paint scheme. Keep the videos coming

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Ric!

[@pauliieb8301]

You mention the length of your videos on a few occasions and I must say that I prefer the fact that your videos are longer. The sharing of your thought process as you work wouldn't receive the merit it deserves in a shorter video. I have commented before how I enjoy the way your videos get me thinking about my own hobbying affairs. So please don't change, the algorithm be damned!

[@52Miniatures]

I appreciate it Paul. I always do try and do what I want. It's just a shame when "algorithm be damned" also means "income be damned". But there we are.

[@Brevikesq]

I'm a huge fan of your painting style Alex, those models are beautiful 😍 Another great video sir, the longer form works so well with your style of video making - genuinely a well-spent half an hour to help unwind at the end of the week 👍 I'm a big fan of Scale75 too, despite them being a bit of a pig to work with sometimes 😮

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you B. I don’t know why I like the Scale75 but they seem to suit my paint style

[@Brevikesq]

@@52Miniatures Same! It's definitely not a painting snobbery thing, they just work for me 😎

[@PigGibbon]

Really appreciate the story telling monologue videos. Most excellent company. Really appreciate the painting technique shown here too, even if my results are closer to your Son’s than yours. But maybe that’s because we both paint green skins. Though I doubt it.

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you PG I appreciate it. I also very much enjoy the fact that this hobbie is for everyone and what brings us together is the love of painting and gaming. We are all at different levels and that is not important

[@aegishjalmur123]

I really like that leather for the plate armor

[@mintymoore6054]

OUTSTANDING

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you!

[@Lhamymolette]

It's an excellent video, thanks for the book recommandation!

[@Marcusstratus]

Love the close-ups at the end! Such a strange scheme that ends up looking great!

[@52Miniatures]

Thanks Marcus! It took a bit of consideration but I like how it ended up.

[@philgee486]

This is another among your best vids it's pure Alex

[@52Miniatures]

Thank you Phil. Also, you’re always pure Phil and that’s a great thing :)

[@philgee486]

@@52Miniatures Lol and yet somehow my lovely wife would prefer I was pure Sam Elliott, I've always been puzzled by that?

[@52Miniatures]

@@philgee486 I don't know the fellow but I'm sure you're better of being you :)

[@evidentside]

Lovely video, long is good. No rush through life while hobbying. I don’t understand the desire for haste!

[@52Miniatures]

Thanks Evi, it’s the cursed circle of pleasing the masses on KZbin. The average view duration for this video for example is 5 minutes 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@WulvenKraft]

These turned out great!

[@52Miniatures]

Thanks man!

[@PannkakaMedSylt]

I recently did something a bit similar! But slightly bigger project, Finnished a whole army this Januari, a bit grimdark styled Stormcast Crusaders with bretonnian heads, but still some colors with Blue robes and such! Lots of small conversions, removing and adding customised details from greenstuff or plasticard, and skipped the Big original shoulderpads for my own made ones. I did mine with true metalics though, but very toned down and not too reflective with weathering, rust and shading. But his video gave me some further inspirations for my nex unit I will add to the army and how to convert them, thanx! _______ Also from 08-Stockholm area! haha.

[@52Miniatures]

Great to hear! Sounds like a fun army. And you would have recognised the weather then :)