Exposed: How My Viewers Unveiled Sabotage in My Miniature Painting

[@alexshaw4182]

I'll never get upset about someone relating their honest opinion to me, that's kind of in the job description for you.

[@LylaMev]

Thank you!

[@gutssubz8232]

I agree with you. If you're a content creator then it comes with the territory. But does that make it okay? I counsel people about 5 times a week (not as a job) and what really pi**es me off is that we have people with real problems who aren't getting the help they need because of 'manufactured' problems. What I mean by that is, there are people who need help and support because of things that happen which they have no control over. The 'manufactured' problems, are people suffering because idiots just have to have their way. Bullying, abuse, spreading lies, etc. which puts them in a really bad place. If people disagree with Lyla, that's not a problem. I'm sure she wouldn't mind at all. I've disagreed with things she's said in the past, but IF I was to write a comment there would be a point to it. There would be something constructive. Now a days you just have a bunch of morons who want to write crappy stuff and probably hope she reacts to it so they can hurl more abuse her way. People don't think of the consequences of their words. "People shouldn't get hurt by others words". Why shouldn't they? If they don't then it makes them less human. Have less heart. As far as I'm concerned if Lyla did get hurt by these comments then it shows the size of her heart and how storng she is that despite being hurt by people she continues to create content.

[@neileddy6159]

I think it depends on the nature of the feedback. To say you are comparing prices but if you account per ounce or how much further thickened painted can be stretched then this one is the better value, that is constructive feedback, saying you are an idiot and are wrong, and you just need to get gud, that is cancer and no one should put up with it.

[@kombatwombat6579]

Also, there's the added problem of devious kittycats unplugging your humidifier when you look the other way.

[@Sujisan4]

Just want to throw out my two cents. You're an awesome painter, and love your videos. Don't listen to the hate.

[@peterriecks9126]

You've had a couple of videos that seem to address negative responses to previous content. I have a lot of respect for the way you analyze those responses and arent afraid to question what you have said previously. Even when you stick to your previous conclusions, I think it speaks tons for your character that you aren't afraid to address it. Thanks for all that you do!

[@ScaleCreep]

Having had a chance t sit and paint with you at FT Wapple, I am really glad you overcame and joined us at Adepticon. And, getting to see your Resin Beast piece, Yeah, It would have done REALLY well. Stay Awesome.

[@LylaMev]

Thank you kindly! I went to adepticon because my husband (rightfully) made me go. I'm glad I went!

[@crazylocha2515]

Living in Florida, its the exact opposite side problem. In the modelling community we talk all the time about being able to apply a second coat to a kit in 30 minutes etc, plus tip drying airbrushes. Here, my next bigger purchase will be a dehydrator (for veggies and meat) big enough to fit a 35th scale airplane in. Crazy isn't it how much humidity can affect our hobby. Don't feel bad, you figured out the issue, owned up to the community like a champ and adapted. The newer paint chemistry's can give alot of headaches with the different conditions the world lives in. Florida is a subtropical rainforest, and every home has an a/c that removes humidity as best it can. Funny, its never enough to get my paint conditions anything like my Atlanta or Chicago friends 😜. Keep your chin up and always appreciate the videos and the Patreon content. ☕🐢

[@justarandomname420]

The fact that you come up with solutions to situations is one reason I enjoy your approach.

[@traylor2502]

Imagine if she came up with insolubles.

[@GreyHouseGames]

Your content is fantastic. Honest and informed opinions are what I come here for. That and cats.

[@rccarguy3696]

I could hear it in your voice. I’m so sorry for your losses. Here’s a hug for you. 🤗

[@wittlegoblin]

Thank you for everything you do Lyla, always appreciate your opinion and troubleshooting anything you run into! I'm glad you went to Adepticon despite all the stressful things happening in your life right now, really hoping the rest of this year is a peaceful one for you!

[@dinonut80]

Thank you Lyla, this has some great brush and paint info that is often missed or skipped. The little behind the scenes techniques that make your painting quality of life better.

[@cuddlicalf4854]

Thanks for the practical advice on how to actually thin paints.

[@loganasaurusrex8246]

I’ll be honest, I was a little miffed that you didn’t like army painter, but that said, I still got them and I didn’t rage over it… it kind of saddens me how ornery some of the internet can be sometimes…

[@LylaMev]

I was so surprised at all the hate! Especially with everything else going on, it was not a good time mental health wise

[@loganasaurusrex8246]

@@LylaMev Hi Lyla, I’m really sorry. I understand that mental health can be quite the challenge. I hope things get better for you. You have been extremely helpful in my mini painting hobby, in fact, I would say you’re my primary source (no pressure tho, I purely mean this is a positive way). Keep being you!

[@kxjx]

Can you say why someone preferring one paint over another makes you miffed?

[@theyobby]

i've watched some of your videos recently about brush care and wet palette tips. they were very helpful and i've subbed. thank you!

[@AlanisonYT]

Thanks for your insights! I print 3D models so I try to keep the humidity in the room low, but I didn’t consider how this could be causing my paints to dry faster 😅

[@CarltonWhitfield]

I wanted to take a moment and thank you for your content. My 9-year-old Daughter came to me wanting to learn to paint miniatures, and I immediately thought of your channel. I appreciate you offering great content I can enjoy with my daughter.

[@swittman9123]

Do you have a humidity meter? Do you know what levels you get in your studio before and after running the humidifier?

[@LylaMev]

I didn't know that was a thing!

[@alun7006]

That'd be well worth finding out. Average humidity will vary massively in different locations depending on where in the world you are and the time of year.

[@dmadamantine]

Usually a de-humidifier has a digital counter on it. I have the opposite issues. 😅

[@crazylocha2515]

Google -- digital temperature and humidity meter Several results including local CVS and Amazon (of course) for under $10

[@AVspectre]

I have a small humidity reader by my aquarium that looks like a small digital travel alarm clock. It displays the room’s temperature and humidity %.

[@robyounce644]

It takes a person who is secure enough in themselves to admit when they’re wrong. Although in fact you’re not wrong in your original assessment. You realized an outside factor was in fact the issue. Bravo to you

[@theandf]

Lyla, you should never apologize. One thing I've learned from your videos is that you're always honest and talking from experience. And screw the people who claim you're not experienced or try to mansplain what you're doing wrong. You're one of the influential KZbin hobbyists, and deservedly so. Sometimes you'll make mistakes because you're human... but whenever you say something, I pay attention!

[@chudbo8751]

Thanks for this vid I'm a new painter and u actually addressed some issues I've started to run into! On a personal note I hope it gets easier for you to deal with your grief. I lost my brother and father within a year and it can feel very hard to deal with at times. As someone who made it to the other side just know time heals all wounds. :)

[@HacksawsHobbyBunker]

I have not yet had a chance to get any of the Fanatic paints but I am looking forward to trying them. Good to know the potential pitfalls. I don't understand why you got all the negativity - its as if we have lost the ability to disagree or question in a civil manner. I always appreciate your videos and your attention to detail. Thanks, and I hope life lightens up a bit soon. Cheers!

[@LylaMev]

I was really surprised!

[@FelixZwirn]

It shows greate character to read these (mostly negative) comments and react to them ao professional. Thank you very much. I could have used your explanation of paint consistency last year, when I started to learn how to paint. But it still helped to get my own observations verified.

[@collegeoffoliage6776]

Great vid! It's unbelievable how people will just turn into hateful monsters as soon as they're anonymous on the net.

[@whatascoop]

It is ridiculous that a portion of this hobby feels like they have to swear allegiance to a brand of paints. You have so many sponsored influencers ready to tell you this or that newest paint product will straighten your teeth and clear your complexion, and if you have an opinion to the contrary based on your actual hands-on use with the stuff, you must clearly have an axe to grind.

[@adrianbk698]

I'm always appalled at the behaviour content creators are exposed to, and so sorry you experienced it. I've been a fan of the channel for a while, and thoroughly enjoy your videos. You have a very keen eye for detail, always have something positive and practical to share, and have a great presentation style. My painting has significantly improved since watching your channel, and I hope you continue to share.

[@thedruski85]

I've been using a wet palette for years but since moving to Arizona it has been a nightmare. My palette dries out within an hour, even if I add more water. I can't believe I didn't think about a humidifier. Thank you! I'm excited to try it out

[@bobhopfner3812]

Dry? I live in Arizona a we're at single digits humidity. I should try the humidifier as my plants in my office would probably appreciate it too.

[@the_Mike_d]

I live in NJ and I can say humidity in my painting room absolutely affects my results. As much as I enjoy painting in the winter months, I've absolutely noticed how it impacts Contrast paints as they're not flowing as long and drying much faster. It seems like such a small thing (humidity) but my experience matches yours.

[@scottreynolds478]

Living in Scotland I can honestly say lack of humidity has never been a problem. To the point I stopped using a wet pallet.

[@daemonnexusknight]

I appreciate those that will revisit something based on feedback. Good on you! And I also enjoy the tips in the video. :)

[@JoeFlamenco]

This is the video I’m going to send to my friends just starting in mini painting. Amazing work!

[@johndavid2290]

You are a true Paint Super Hero thank you

[@peterwesterlund9137]

Ive learned plenty by looking on your videos! So a big - Thank you😀🇸🇪

[@AircraftFuelerEddie]

We live in a world where you can't ruffle fanboy feathers 😂😂😂😂 Hang in there, Lyla! You are AMAZING❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@steveneale575]

The paint thinning tests have go smacked me!!! Dots!!!!!! I want to try that now!

[@danbrugman4838]

There's nothing wrong with disliking, or finding that a paint others love isn't for you. Your duty in reviews is to tell us how you feel based on your experiences, so I'm not sure the hate valid. That having been said, seeing and showing what you may have have done wrong, or at least could have done better is a bold mea culpa not many people do. Good on you for that. We all have personal preferences and bias that affects our hobby, and no amount of brow-beating is warranted or effective in changing that; I, for example, think Pro Acryl are some of the worst paints I've ever used, but that's clearly only true for me and my style. That's just the nature of almost any creative hobby. On an only slightly related note: a few years ago you did a video where you mentioned Green Stuff World paints, and gave them middling reviews (which was fair). Since then they've changed the paint formulation with their new Maxx Formula (everyone in this industry insists on goofy names I guess), and I have to say, they've blown me away with the vibrancy and coverage now. Not suggesting a video or anything, just saying you might want to give them a second look, I think they're worth it. Also their Metallic Filters paints are limited in their use, but a lot of fun in the right situations. Kinda rambled in this comment here, sorry. Thanks for the videos over the years.

[@Bloodfencer1990]

I've had my first experience with the Fanatics today and I was honestly surprised how much I like them. First off, I don't thin them a lot, usually just a bit of moisture in my brush and they have a consistency that reminds me of AK paints. The coverage and amount of control I have over where the paint goes is pretty amazing to me. The drying time seems pretty normal to me for acrylics. Not shorter or longer than other brands I've used. I think a lot of people who try these paints for the first time try to use them the way they are used to from other brands and over thin their paint a bit. This is just my experience with them so far and we'll see how things develop as I use them more, but so far I am loving them.

[@FreelancerND]

But AK gen3 paints are still better, so what's the reason to switch to Fanatic paints? =)

[@Bloodfencer1990]

@@FreelancerND I've tried both and I honestly prefer the Fanatics. Don't get me wrong, AK are still amazing and I'm not getting rid of them. I'm just going to use the Fanatics for the bulk work on a model and then AK if I need more colour depth. You can be a fan of both.

[@FreelancerND]

@@Bloodfencer1990 Well, first of all I do not want to be a fan of a paint at all 😁 Because that's just it, a paint. And there is an issue of value. I do not see it in any way beneficial to run after each and every "new thing". Like, I have my Vallejo paints and AK paints, so then Duncan Rhodes releases a new paint line, and then we have something new from ProAcryl, and then from Green Stuff, and then Fanatic paint line. Whaaaat. If I am a 'tuber, who got his promo boxes, then yeay, I can experiment. Or if I am a professional painter who paints for money, new tools - new possibilities. But as a "hobby after work" painter? Thank you but no thank you 😁 I will stick with Vallejo and AK, because NEW paints are not BETTER paints, especially when you are used to the ones you paint with for years.

[@Bloodfencer1990]

@@FreelancerND Yeah, I respect that. Stick to what you know, as it works for you. You don't need to chase after every new thing that comes out. I was just sharing my experience with the paints, not advertising them. Enjoy your hobby time!

[@corbingovers7559]

​@FreelancerND I think the most important thing is availability. AP is everywhere and sometimes even in places citadel isn't. So it's a net positive for the hobby if it's easy for newer painters to find very high quality paints.

[@teoiny1]

Some great advice, thank you. I'll certainly be taking the pull & dot tests into my everyday routine.

[@Slurgical_3D_Terrain_Channel]

I have a great respect and admiration for your skills. Sorry for your personal loss. You are an amazing painter and I trust your opinion. You are right regarding your environment. I 3D print the terrain I design and I print differently in winter and summer. Even sometimes in the summer if damp, it affects my printing. I’m in cold damp printer. If you don’t experience environment that affects your work, it seems to be bogus that it affect your work. And yes, we do sometimes make mistakes due to distraction affecting our perception.

[@psyko2666]

This is great. 😂 Love the honest response, and it reminds us that some details we need to pay attention to are not even on the model.

[@cordial001]

Thanks for giving some time to those game envy handles. Their size is what makes them awesome. As for the AP paints, I just assumed you got a bad batch since it was so strange you ran into problems that a lot of other reviewers didn't. I'm glad you got it sorted out, too

[@robbie_g8308]

The full set of AP Fanatics comes with stablizer and retarder to help with this issue for blending etc.

[@Strange8ractor]

Riiiight, or you could use any of the many other brands of paint that don’t have this problem. Seems like that has to be said about every paint line AP releases.

[@LylaMev]

yes! That would have been really helpful to have!

[@katw5592]

Hi Lyla, thank you for your videos. Not only this one, but I seriously developed a passion for mini painting due to your content. I am making progress thanks to you and your videos, as well as other mini painters like you. As someone who gets nosebleeds easily when the air is too dry I'm probably going to invest into a humidifier next winter. Right now I am not looking forward to summer because then I will have the opposite problem and my German butt does not have air-conditioning. I am very sorry for your losses and hope you and your family got the help you needed and probably still need. I am myself struggling with various mental health issues which are a mess. That said, Better Help has its criticism. I'm happy if you were able to find help through them, I just wanted to put it out their that I heard mixed things, from their therapists to the general layout of the system and I think they used AI at some point of the screening process/general chat? As for Army Painter: I'm happy to use their other stuff like basing materials, and from the videos and tests I've seen other creators put out I will give their paints a try eventually. I just plundered my mini budget for the next two months by buying the Bloodborne Board game and its extensions so that might take a while. And as an idea for a video that might be a bit research intensive: statues from classical Antiquity (e.g. Western) were often brightly painted despite often thought to be just white. I think it might be a fun idea to replicate one or two styles of them in modern mini painting. I remember you painted a 3D printed bust (?) once that reminded me of a Roman or Greek sculpture but can't for the life of me find it again. Otherwise, other historic techniques for mini painting is always fun. What can I say, I am a history nerd.

[@willmendoza8498]

Dot test seems really useful. I will give that a try

[@derrickallen2419]

This was a great video! Thank you

[@rain4825]

another point for changing your palette after a while: even if it keeps your paint workable and succesfully prevent drying, oftentime there is a change in texture and/or quality over time. The most common issue when I keep a palette set for long is paints that are a mix of pigments tend to separate and are rendered unusable. And remember: the more thinly you spread it on the palette, the quicker it dries, if you plan to use one color a lot, keep it as a big fat dollop as much as possible.

[@LazorzPewPew]

Sorry to hear about your grandfather and father in law. That must have been really though. My grandparents dying absolutely devastated me when it happened. That said, great vid with great info.

[@MatchaMakesThings]

yo these A roll talking head shots are some of the cleanest well lit and smoothest i've seen in painting youtube. i keep getting distracted and not listening to what your saying. Time to minimize. Haha. Thanks for making!

[@reiner72]

Living where I do where seasonal humidity changes so much, I have an electronic thermometer with a hygrometer mounted on my wall at my paint station as a reminder when sit down to paint. I think your first point is a good reminder on how much your environment affects your work.

[@LongscopeTV]

Even better than a humidifier, that can lead to mold, buy some retarder. Both GOLDEN and LIQUITEX both have excellent formulas. and use Flow Improver from either company, they're far better than thinner as they don't "break" the paint and they maintain the emulsion of color particles, even if you add more than you intend.

[@RedJesseGaming]

"having a good painting handle" my plastic shot glass cups from dollarama and sticky tack has never failed me thankfully haha

[@swonko]

You're doing a great job. I appreciate your content and hope things get better for you going forward.

[@fallen2205]

Think it's fitting that the sponsor for this video could help so many in the previous videos comment section!

[@MaskedRiderChris]

I must be downright brutal on my brushes, because no matter how often I clean them? I kill brush points fast most of the time. Excellent video, as usual, and my condolences to you for your family issues you're having right now. If you're planning to go Reapercon this year, I plan on being there and I hope I get to run into you!

[@Hinarcia]

Thank you so much for that tip to try on the hand. I did see it in another video and use it all the time. My hand is always colorful after painting 😂. Keep up the good work. I love your videos ❤.

[@AshuriAurora]

I've learned so much m more from tipi on at pallets AMF thinning, especially considering i use Reaper platoons and they overthin easily. But i love the stripe on my hand trick!

[@traylor2502]

I have about a dozen tips for you on how to improve your mental health because I am also going thru some heavy times. I am also sure I would be banned if I said them all. But here's one thing: when I am watching your videos or videos from other miniature painters and model makers, it helps me. So thank you for that. You mean a lot to me.

[@3Xero3]

Even if i like a thing, i know different people have different opinions and styles. It's totally ok for you to have a different opinion, I will still enjoy your videos as they are very informative, insightful, inspiring, and fun. Thank you for all the great content.

[@mrgunn2726]

Interesting issue with the humidity did you investigate using a paint drying retarder: Warpaints Fanatic Effects: Warpaints Retarder, Liquitex Slow-Dri Fluid Retarder, Vallejo Retarder, Golden Acrylic Retarder, Reaper Retarder?

[@FrozenThrog]

This is a pretty good troubleshooting guide

[@tecjohnson]

Sorry you are getting such negativity. You have be en huge help to me.

[@LylaMev]

Thank you!

[@christynanananaK]

​@@LylaMevSeriously, I've learned tonnes from you and not only has it made me a better painter it's made me have way more fun with it, which arguably matters most (painted my whole life and never truly allowed myself to enjoy it). So thank you for the work you do. You can respond to constructive feedback but just because you are a content creator doesn't mean people are entitled to have you respond to it and especially doesn't make people entitled to spew hate. Just remember for every person with negative feedback there's tonnes more who may not speak up, but appreciate and enjoy your work.

[@alphaleigpyne]

I still haven't use The army Painters Fanatic yet, I'll have to find out sometime in the near future due to cost of living. Thank you for the video and sorry what you went through. Have a Good Easter Lyla and take care.

[@sapphirewrench5285]

You and me are probably totally opposites...but you are so cool..and I use many of your techniques on my Blood Bowl teams..❤

[@WildWilly292]

Never heard of the dot test. Great tip!

[@Kingmaster64]

I am at a point where i think about switching from speedpaint because i end up highlighting like normal anyway. Skipping slapchop now too since i go over it anyway so why waste time.

[@AndyMorgan-ji4rl]

Hi from Germany! I like your channel because you perform serious. So I have a question: In the early 1990‘s I used oil based paints from Revel or Airfix. Any non toxic ideas how to get rid of the paint on the models. Finally I‘d like to have the bare unpainted metal with all the details, so I could repaint them. Perhaps removing paint from mini‘s is an idea for a new video. Thanks in advance!

[@ThreeFootGood]

I know others that have the same complaint about the new Fanatic paints. They dry to quickly.

[@LylaMev]

Good to know!

[@xeLJoYo]

I guess it matters what your reference point is. For me, I've been used to Reaper paints and the AP Speedpaints - compared to those, AP Fanatic has a longer drying time. In particular I'm having an easier time erasing mistakes as they are still drying.

[@thebrewgeek]

I bought the 50 paint set and found that the fanatic paints dry insanely fast even in my humid environment. It is annoying that they kept some of the same names for paints that do not match their war paints. The fanatic line appears to have a lot of opaque pigments in it…maybe white? This makes them quite pastel across the line of paints. Reds are quite blah. Not many dark colors either. All that said, I do like them and they have a place in my painting approach.

[@Darognarr]

...gee, some peoples can never be happy :/ I really enjoy your videos and find you to be very talented! You inspired me to paint my Sisters of Battle and they rock!

[@Peter-ll7ot]

Talk about great content, even taking second looks at something when you realized a prior mistake.

[@MrBigB312]

These are AWSOME tips and super useful for us not new but far from advanced painters. Thank you for posting!

[@rccarguy3696]

Lyla...I may have messed up. I ordered what I thought was going to be the 'AP Mega Fanatic' set, but I got confused and ordered just the AP 'Mega' set, which I think is their line before Fanatic. I'm just a hobby painter, and will never be at the level you are. Do you think I'll be okay with the set? It's too late to send it back as I no longer have the box. Kevin

[@mf2943]

While i didnt comment on the last video, i commend you for doing this video. There are a lot of other content creators which would have reevaluated what the comments were and talked about it. I'm curious if your overall opinion changed enough to actually buy more warpaint fanatics, if they ever run out, or if you rather get Kimera/ProAcryl/AK 3rd Gen or the new Vallejo Game Color which are due to come out soon.

[@TheMrlilcreepz]

What is the paint rack at 4 seconds?

[@elole707]

Good video!

[@Lesardah]

While I wasn't one of the ones launching vitriol at you, your review didn't match my experience with Fanatic AT ALL. I got the entire set, and they're nearly identical to the ProAcryl paints i have. Makes sense that dry air could cause this.

[@MichaRabiej]

more and more creators claim that Fanatics are not really saturated as far as colors go (which is not necessarily bad for miniature paints), meaning opacity is likely due to mixing in some white/black pigments. Can you confirm?

[@c.mr.bruhitorodriguez8243]

I did like this video very much🎉. Lernt some stuff. Thanx

[@JesusGonzalez-it2sv]

Hey, I'm glad you figured out one factor that changed your opinion on the paints and you made a video pointing it out. I've been watching your content and I really like it, keep it up. Hope everything gets better soon.

[@billbrowning3021]

Always appreciate advice and criticism…if it’s not personal. And the internet always seems to make it personal.

[@willmuckel9131]

That Sister looked so good.

[@LylaMev]

thank you!

[@rebeltaz123]

I haven't always agreed with you, but you are a damned good painter. I only wish I was half as good as you are. Pretty sure most of the ones "calling you out" couldn't paint a color by number, much less what you do.

[@stuartfarrell6729]

is thinner meduim worth it i just been using water to thin my paints

[@LylaMev]

Thinner is much easier! Water is usually doable but takes more skill

[@c.968]

Thanks for your Video 🎉🎉

[@oldoneswithdice]

Wow, that's great info thanks

[@jc7997aj]

I noticed your wet pallet sponge appeared to have absorbed paint water. Do you ever have any crossing over into the paint ? The few times ive done it i immediately rinsed the sh*t out of it super hot water made sure it ran clear. Just wondered if that is really necessary.

[@LylaMev]

Occasionally my paint leaks off my paper and into my sponge. I never worry about it!

[@jc7997aj]

@@LylaMev good to know. I thought I may have been over doing it.

[@Culnihr]

Where from is the potion seller model? Looks cool.

[@bradlothrop4076]

It is great that you look at other factors that affected your work and revisit them. I finally figured out what made me hesitate to give a glowing review of fanatic paints: they are a Gouache paint. White mixed in to cover well but desaturated a bit. Excellent for the first coat but need to break out the artist (single pigment) paints for wet blending and final highlights.

[@MrTime2Spare]

better help is a massive scam, they have had a ton of legal issues with their therapists. please reconsider using them as a sponsor.

[@Rogelio_007]

Hugs for both your personal losses and for putting up with the nastys in the comments section. The block button does wonders on haters. Just a thought 😉

[@ScytheNoire]

1:27 I thought you were trying to troll us by using a damaged cord, but after closer look, appears to be those annoying foil tags with the safety certifications that I always remove.

[@LylaMev]

Yes! It’s just a sticker/tag

[@heidihobear]

I hope on April 1st you come out with a video of every time your cats crashed your videos

[@izzydarkhart4144]

I honestly still feel army painter is just barely doing what all others have been doing for years. A huge improvement from what they were, but still average. The two things are color variety and easier approachable and really no need for color mixing, especially by non painters. Second is that the paint is a jack of all trades style paint, which is also great for beginners who have not found their preferred style of painting.

[@MindlessFocus]

lol, in the south, we never have that problem. Even in the winter. Now too much? Yeah. Also, was someone banging in the apartment above you?

[@henrikwannheden7114]

The draw and dot tests.. Why hasn't anybody given me such straight forward tips before?! Just saying "thin your paints appropriately" isn't very helpful.

[@monsterdenminis8219]

Humidity makes me want to rethink moving my hobby space from the basement to the first floor. Humidity, while not perfect, is a little more consistent in the basement.

[@bldos5362]

Here's a tip. The game envy hobby holder is too light imo. it tips over too easily. unscrew both screws on the handle and fill up each side with hot glue. re-screw the screws to close the halves back together and the problem is solved.

[@LylaMev]

I hadn’t thought about this!!

[@Chulpichochos]

I live in Arizona. My air is dry as shit. I have 0 problems with Vallejo, AK or Pro Acryl - all of which are better paints any way. Having to buy a humidifier to make AP’s cheap paints work well is just silly.

[@MaskedRiderChris]

Yeah, I'm none too fond of their paints either. They're OK, I guess, but I'm a Vallejo kinda guy here most of the time. But I also use Formula P3 and have since the beginning, and oddly enough? AP makes their paints too, I've heard, which is weird because to me they're like night and day.

[@FrozenThrog]

I live in a coastal area in northern Europe. There is a lot of rain and misery. I get issues even with Vallejo and AK during the colder months despite this. Indoor to outdoor temperature differences mess a lot with how moisture behaves.

[@SvartElric9]

I know you are lying because you said "0 problems with Vallejo" 😂😂😂😂😂

[@exist2758]

This video was so good I had to stop painting and give it full attention. Thanks!

[@mathewsmith7480]

I left the hobby 20 years ago and I am now getting back into it. It got me through some tough times but the people doing the hobby were weird, mainly men who acted like little boys and would freak out at the mere look at a female in the hobby, all crowding around them. I found it really weird to see. I hope the hobby has changed. I used to do some miniature work for film. But my main bread and butter was lighting for film and TV.

[@darthhall6187]

I just put the "problems" you had in that video down to working with a paint you weren't all that familiar with. Nothing to do with your skill or talent. Keep up the great work.