How to Paint - Drukhari Archon by Mezgike

[@Kay_Drechsler]

"Art goes through a lot of ugly stages and you need to push through them." I really like this statement!

[@larrymanns364]

"I've never painted a planet before, lets just see what happens" Masterpiece follows

[@murmurrrr]

Slowly reaching Bob Ross levels of skill. Super impressive, especially loved the base.

[@RIDDICK0911]

"Thinned down, just like Chaos Bla... I'm sorry, Abaddon Black." Happy little accident!

[@Mezgike]

RIDDICK0911 haha

[@chrisdane.7170]

just painting a happy little enemy of mankind that'll torture you to death.

[@florianwagner3230]

You absolute madman. Insane model. I particularly love the base.

[@metalliumfan1]

This is easily one of if not the best miniature painting channels on KZbin. I WISH there were like 100 videos of you doing this. Thank you for taking the time for us to be able to watch and learn. Youre incredible!

[@Mezgike]

Level99Wizard I love reading comments like yours. It’s why I do it :) there will be more soon.

[@chriscarmona7725]

"Green and pink look great together - and that's why watermelons exist" bruh. I had to pause to tell my wife that joke. 10/10 content!

[@Mezgike]

Haha radical, man! Cheers

[@czi123]

I didn’t know it was possible to paint models this good. You unlocked a new level of painting man.

[@Lostmasquerade]

I think these are the best series of painting tutorials out there. The reason being is the effort put into the before (preparation of the mini/splitting of the sub-sections) and the after (prepping cool base ideas), as well as the general commentary throughout the video. The first time around I watch them, then I have them running in the background almost like a podcast while I am painting. Focusing on the words spoken it is surprising how much you take in whilst doing your own work. I'm keen to see the video about your setup and to see what you are going to paint next. Good work!

[@d180jnr]

You're like the Bob Ross of 40k painting! keep up the positive attitude and great tutorials my man!

[@Mezgike]

Faba will do, thanks my mate :)

[@Liontamer972]

@@Mezgike seriously, though. I describe your videos to my friends as "the Bob Ross of mini painting."

[@abelbabel8484]

Man, that base! You put a painting in there! And made the stars twinkle! I am floored. You are goddamn good at this.

[@Mezgike]

Abel Babel thanks mate! I hope you learn some tricks for your own painting :)

[@abelbabel8484]

@@Mezgike I've recently taken interest in painting again after almost 10 years pause, and damn, you've already taught me a lot. Both old things I finally wrapped my head around now and radically new things I'd've never ever thought of - water colour and color pencils, man. The hobby sure has evolved while I was away.

[@Mezgike]

Abel Babel I just like to try new things. You should too, just experiment. Some things work and some don’t. Each experiment teaches you something, though, and that makes you that much better at painting :)

[@abelbabel8484]

@@Mezgike Thank you so much for the time and effort that go into these fantastic videos, and your generosity to put them up for free. You rock.

[@jonneff]

The glow to the hand effect onto the body was awesome , the base was a great idea /concept too!

[@Nasosdag]

This is elite level painting... of course, being an illustrator, Mezgike understands light and its properties as well as colours, paints and layering. But transferring it to 3D... that's a whole different animal. Amazing work!

[@adamnutterofficial]

That was spellbinding. I will never possess the eloquence to describe how profoundly beautiful your work is. Not only in this instance of course. But for me, what you have created in that base is nothing short of an artistic miracle. You have literally opened a portal to another world. I could gaze upon that and forever be intrigued and mesmerized by its depth.

[@Mezgike]

Adam Nutter what a beautiful comment to wake up to. Thanks so much Adam, I’m glad you appreciate my work. I hope you enjoy the new content I have been working on.

[@BrettHolt-uk]

4 years later and still waiting for your next videos - you are the number #1 on my watch list

[@Mezgike]

Thank you and sorry. 2024 will be a little different :)

[@AllGodsDue]

You haven't posted in awhile, but I just wanted to say thank you for your videos. They have been the best painting tutorials I have followed by far. I was brand new to mini painting and I was depressed with how bad I was, but following your methods has allowed me to paint pieces that look like someone who has been doing it for years. Thank you so much for the education.

[@Mezgike]

You’re welcome my friend. Sorry for the delay with new content. It just takes a long time for me to make them. Also I’ve been working on something cool which will be out soon. Keep painting, keep pushing yourself and keep learning. Remember if it’s easy, try harder! Mez

[@Cheesy6255]

Never found a channel more worthy of a sub

[@Mezgike]

Cheesy you’re a legend for that comment

[@silvernome]

Best warhammer painting tutorials on KZbin. Another fantastic video, love that base!

[@SpadeRZA]

Unbelievable that you've only got ten videos. I've watched every single one of them. This is some really high grade painting right there. Keep it coming, I'm a huge fan of of your work.

[@tokoloshgolem]

One of the things I love about your work is that you’re not afraid to depart from the “official “ colour schemes in order to create something as amazing as this. Also love your mods.

[@Mezgike]

Thanks for the feedback! I usually have a very specific idea in my mind of how the model should look. I also try to achieve new things that people haven’t necessarily seen before.

[@mostlyjovial6177]

Ok. So I knew you were good. Then you did the base. My guy, you are an unbelievably skilled artist. If every single model you paint gets the treatment you give to your vid models, you have to own the most beautifully painted models in the world. Keep up the Amazing work!

[@yoyoyo9669]

you are such a phenomenal artist

[@Mezgike]

Thanks so much my mate

[@Algebrodadio]

He looks like a Vampire Count. EDIT: The base is amazing. That just blew me away.

[@krasser91]

18 years in this hobby and ive just stumbled across you.. your videos are seriously good and you teach some damn good tips and tricks! 10/10

[@FatDwarfUK]

Best painting channel on YT by far.

[@Mezgike]

That’s such an awesome complement, thank you!

[@alexsala1416]

This is what a master at work looks like.

[@bobadicious]

One of the best models if ever seen. The free hand base is insane. Very creative, keep up the good work.

[@zenithquasar9623]

I love how clear your tutorials are! Well done mate!

[@The-Rowller]

Amazing work my man, i love your glow effects

[@cb01ttr]

The best mini painter I have seen on YT. Bar none.

[@thomasmurray6786]

This is only my 5TH video watching you. I am disabled with a brain injury but love war hammer as great therapy. I am no where in painting as you but then I have not seen many who are. Thanks for inspiration.

[@Mezgike]

Thanks for the comment mate. So glad to be of assistance, if you ever need any further help with your painting, feel free to just ask any time.

[@TheLukeylala]

Amazing. The space scene base is phenomenal, never seen anything like it.

[@lancetekk]

This is insane. He spends two and a half hours for a masterpiece. I need that time for his "blocking in" result and with half the details. Wow. Awesome painting skills.

[@askirin]

I have not painted for years since I actually never really played, just enjoyed painting for my then current boyfriend. By watching your awesome content, which I stumbled on somehow, I really miss those long, happy hours spent with a tiny model and lots of paints. Thank you!

[@Mezgike]

That’s awesome, you should get back into it. It’s the best, just sitting down and painting some tiny monsters

[@karmaceutical3963]

.....seriously this in phenomenal, your style in particular has really stood out to me, ive watched a lot of vids of painters, and some incredible ones at that, but imo your def one of the top, , thank u for the content, im learning a ton

[@DoomsayerDesigns]

Dude! The mural on the base was incredible! Great piece overall!

[@BleakJester0421]

this is one of the coolest models i have ever seen. if not THE best. kudos. you are phenomenal.

[@BrettHolt-uk]

You are still my number one mini painter of all time - still using this method now on my new star wars shtterpoint mins - waiting for your next release - your content delivery is just right and you go at the right pace teaching along the way - just superb - evening from here on the south coast UK - o7

[@jamesford7937]

Love watching 2 hours of painting. Seriously, great work and huge help.

[@felixmuller3510]

I really enjoy your videos, especially the commentary and talking! Please keep going, in my opinion you have the best miniature painting channel on youtube!

[@gregorys.7684]

So impressive. Absolutely beautiful whether it be the model or the base.

[@alexanderadams9008]

seriously dude get outta here, this is just mind blowing to watch, absolutely mesmerizing, i cant even comprehend the skill I'm witnessing, so beautiful man!

[@Mezgike]

Thanks bro! So glad you enjoyed it. I’ll have some new videos up soon, working on some more

[@stevenw1769]

Fantastic video! Very informative information for both newbies and veterans. Love some of your tips, and very well spoken/described, an arsenal of techniques taught in a single vid! Thank you :)

[@Mezgike]

Awesome, glad you learned some things :-)

[@terrynicholls2975]

Just watched this through for the second time. Beautiful work. Just beautiful.

[@Mezgike]

Thanks so much!

[@ldenffer]

Thank you for taking the time to explain all the things you do! Very valuable for a newbie painter like me!

[@filterdecay]

dude you should do patreon. Your basing is beyond elite. As an artist when your creativity is coming in dreams you are touching the source.

[@Mezgike]

Thanks, I used to have a patreon, but decided to switch to KZbin so I could spend more time with my family and make painting videos in a more relaxed way.

[@mojolotz]

Dang Man you hit me hard with the feels there in the middle. I have my own appreciation for a good whetstone and also for missing a granddad. You have a great way of remembering there.

[@squeebro]

Came for the awsome paint jobs, stayed for the soothing voice.

[@x31omega]

That base is a pure work of art!!👍👍

[@Ghooph]

Man, this is completely bananas! In a totally awesome way!!

[@Jonny_Wrigs]

The Bob Ross of miniature painting, relaxing to watch and learn.

[@ThatAussieBloke1]

Friday night, got a drink, playing Runescape, what better video to watch

[@Mezgike]

Brace of you to let my rambling take over your Friday night :) thanks bro

[@BMXjumper4444]

That glow!!! Nice work!

[@hazhelllupercal8129]

Thank you dude for showing us the texture of the paint! way much better for understand your work. Amazing job as usual

[@tpqhh3100]

Always a pleasure to watch your videos, thanks for taking the time to make these and upload them! Keep up your amazing work mate

[@Taunbrown]

just wanted to say love the videos please keep'em coming

[@TheMaxim10083]

Watching paint is hypnotic. Great job mate

[@aaronro455]

Amazing video, again. Great to see a list of paints at the start

[@RM_3D]

Truly the Boss Ross of miniature painting

[@Mezgike]

When I film my next video I think I’ll embrace the bob ross.

[@michaelmannai8856]

Really interested in the video describing what brings your ideas and color schemes because the darker sinister style is really what I want to get into

[@gallachermatt]

More Videos, please! These paint jobs are insane

[@Engle777]

You sir, are unbelievably talented! Explaining how you came up with the idea while dreaming was cool too. Thank you very much for sharing these detailed videos, they're very interesting and fun to watch!

[@Mezgike]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoy them!

[@Lwilibert]

I`m showing your vids to my dadk, 77 years old (he created and painted a full diorama for his marklin trains)... the coolest guy. he loved them and said that you are really talented. He also said (after some lore summary on 40k mostly) that if we ever buy Warhammer (it`s insanely expensive here in Argentina) it will be alpha legion since he enjoyed the Alpharion stuff the most (I`m more of an Angron fan).

[@Mezgike]

That’s awesome, your dad sounds like an awesome dude! Glad you both enjoy my warhammer

[@willjones1696]

I have learnt so much watching your super long videos. Thank you for making the effort. Bloody brilliant : D

[@PWMaarten]

Unbe-f*ing-lievable. Your mini’s are on a whole nother level!

[@montlejohnbojangles8937]

Man, your work is absolutely incredible, and it's great to see your whole process end to end.

[@craigo1981]

I'm nowhere near your level of skill but I feel you with the eyes mate. I tend to just paint the whites and while I try to be neat as I can I've stopped caring too much about going outside the lines. After the whites are done I just go back to tidy up with whatever flesh colour I've used for the rest of the head. I find it much easier to paint the outside of the eye than trying to get the white paint neatly into the socket. But yeah, one of the trickiest things to do in my limited experience. Wish someone would invent a tool to do them right first time! I've just found your channel with this video, love the video and your style. Lots of great painting wisdom in there, subbed and notifications on.

[@crabman968]

You are a true master - great stuff

[@snoopgodd9818]

Awesome Model and the best base I´ve ever seen.

[@Sabamonster]

Jesus you're good mate. Well done.

[@Sabamonster]

And those soulstones are ridiculous man. My god.

[@Mezgike]

They were fun!

[@InnuendoOutTheOther]

Thumbs up for uploading a 2 1/2 hour video to KZbin on Australian internet.

[@Mezgike]

Haha, had to change my plan. 20mb/ps upload does it OK.

[@orbator]

Holy smoke its a insane masterpiece...

[@ObjectiveAnalysis]

Dude this is absolutely beautiful. I think this scheme like this would look great on regular Eldar too with a couple of tweaks. Possibly my inspiration for an eldar army I’ve been wanting to build for a while!

[@Mezgike]

Good idea, it would look really cool for regular eldar!

[@ObjectiveAnalysis]

@@Mezgike cheers for the inspo brother! Love your content, your painting style is phenomenal and you break it down in a really easy-to-digest way as well as being funny while you’re at it - you had me laughing at loud multiple times while I was watching one of your videos the other day! 🤣 Take care dude ✌️

[@Mezgike]

@@ObjectiveAnalysis thanks so much me mate ;) glad you like the videos

[@adrianwicaksono1335]

Love watching your detailed videos of painting. The models are crazily good

[@KingAtlon]

The way you say Custodes cracks me up every time. Awesome video, keep it up!

[@Mezgike]

Atlon haha I don’t know how else I would say it :)

[@KingAtlon]

@@Mezgike Don't worry mate, your way is fine and cool. Be you. :)

[@MaZEEZaM]

I am really pleased to have found a Mini Painting channel by a Fellow Aussie :D Great stuff oh and thanks for doing real-time tutorials WITHOUT distracting background music and just offering helpful narration. +1 Subscriber. Just after submitting this comment I hear the dreaded BACKGROUND MUSIC, well your other painting tutorial video I watched didn't have music..... 😥

[@Mezgike]

MaZEEZaM thanks mate, none of my videos have background music, only in the intro and outro :)

[@gallachermatt]

I love the patience you have while painting. You and Goobertown are inspiring me to try and start painting Minis. Can you possibly make a video about your set up and possibly a good start up paint set and tools? Keep making the great videos!

[@Mezgike]

I have been meaning to do a video like this, I'll try and squeeze it in. I honestly think that GW paints are awesome, there are better paints out there but the GW range is definitely the best place to start with, in my opinion. They have starter sets available on their website.

[@lookupthereupinthetrees9860]

Thanks for all the priming tips. Changed my world.

[@iggiboi2501]

This is too good!! You really captured that drukhari feeling! Awesome!

[@heldaneurbanus5135]

@Mezgike I've only recently discovered your channel. Love your work and even more love your attitude! I definitely believe your story about a friend new to glazing. I'm new to the technique too but it is so easy to get great looking shades and highlights! The main hurdle (and it's not a big one) is learning to make glazes the right consistency. I'd really like to hear what lights you use. I've tried several and always seem to not have enough making painting a strain on my eyes. Cheers!

[@Mezgike]

Thanks for the nice feedback man I really appreciate it. Yeah glazing just gets to a point where it clicks for you, and the consistency is just what you’re comfortable with, and if it’s not quite right you can adjust and tweak it till it’s what you like. Always remember though, the mix on the pallet can be anything. It can be 90% water and 10% paint, or 50/50 if you like. The most important thing is to make sure you load the brush with your mix, but wipe it all off so the brush is only damp. When the brush touches the model, the paint should be dry in 10 seconds or less. If it’s leaving too much of a puddle, wipe the brush a little more.

[@Mezgike]

I have 2 paint stations. One is just in my house where I paint for fun or with my brothers, and I just use 2 daylight lamps. Nothing fancy. But when I’m filming I use 2 great big filming lights. Each one has 4 globes. That’s setup is amazing for painting but not practical for most people unless you have an art studio (my garage). But I recommend you at least use 2 lamps, one on either side of you. This helps to eliminate shadows so you won’t be painting in the dark. They don’t need to be expensive either, just some cheap LED lamps or daylight lamps. I prefer daylight globes because I couldn’t find an LED that didn’t cast a purplish light. That is horrible to paint under. White looks purple. Hope that info helps.

[@alphawolf2993]

my man just freehands a work of art on the base...

[@Lurtzification]

Absolutely incredible. Excellent job!

[@Ilostmycactus]

Outstanding work, and pleasing to listen to!

[@Engehaugen82]

Ben Komets, Sam Lenz , Andy Wardle, Kiril Kanaev, Sergio Calvo, David Soper "Sproket", Shizune, James wappel, ANA, Darren Latham & now Mezgike has been added to my list.

[@Mezgike]

Don’t put me in the same list as all those legends!

[@jtyler3196]

awesome video and a fantastic paintjob man! Something I learned from my ventures into scale modelling, regarding clear plastic and resin repair and polish. next time, rather than gloss coating the resin (which btw you can still do afterwards) Try wet sanding the resin in gradually increasing the grain count. So, for example, start wet sanding at 800/1000 grit, then go finer to a 4k/6k grit so on and so forth, until you get to 12k and you will end up with a completely clear and smooth resin finish.

[@kindafishy6248]

I don't know man, but your videos are as soothing and informational as a Bob Ross video. Keep up your absolutely fantastic work!

[@adamdoughty813]

Loving watching your channel. I don’t get much hobby time so watching you work is really helping my learning. Keep it up.

[@matthuckabey007]

You are one of the all time best. Lots of happy little mistakes make great opportunities for instruction. Exceptional skill.

[@GaIvatr0n]

You are honestly a master craftsman/artisan. Thank you for this content... It's perfect relaxation material when I take breaks from editing. I'd love to see a Dark Angel or Black Templar Chaplain done in this style...! Guilliman or Blackmane would be interesting to see also!

[@michaelquick925]

This guy is so freaking relaxing

[@tokoloshgolem]

Absolutely beautiful work.

[@punec]

My god man. That was amazing. The model and especially that base. In my eyes its a masterpiece. Well done!

[@Mezgike]

Thanks is a lot :)

[@jfdewoluwe]

This is insane. Awesome job

[@Hugo-cw4yj]

Hi, amazing work here! Love your light effects on armors! Just quick questions @Mezgike, for non metallic golden armor, would you use the same theory for the light? I mean do you use different type of reflection for metallic parts? And also what type of gradient would you use? I personally start from black->brown->beige->yellow->white for my gold (with a little touch of purple as a shade) could you give other examples of colors you would use? Thanks so much for all the videos and advises so far!

[@Mezgike]

Hugo my mate, I’m so sorry but I’m not really an expert at NMM, it’s not really my thing so I can’t really help you there. I personally prefer true metallics for miniatures.

[@Hugo-cw4yj]

@@Mezgike it's ok, I was searching for advises for nice results on the new Sanguinius model of Forge World. So even with true metallics, how would you build such large area of golden plate? I feel like it would be way too shinny and I prefer dark gold (almost bronze sometimes)...

[@jirris]

There's a strong bob ross energy in your videos, and I appreciate that.

[@pesto12601]

Lol. the exact OPPOSITE of the 45 second contrast paint videos I've been watching all week long!!!!

[@awesomeonejess]

The archon blew me away. The base blew my mind. I had to show every poor unfortunate soul I could find.

[@lukecampbell5553]

Looking good dude, always love the bases you make

[@EvilFlipTV]

Greeting from Ukraine! Your videos inspired me to start painting. Today me and my girlfriend paint our first models. That was two stormcast eternal sequitors and that was awesome experience for both of us. Waiting for your next works!

[@Mezgike]

That’s so awesome for you and your girlfriend, I’m happy for you! Keep painting and you will get better and better each time. I will be back with more videos soon

[@DauntlessPanda1986]

I love the colours and gradients on the armour. Definitely gonna give this a go on my Abyssinian force for Wyrd’s The Other Side

[@Dewoy1]

The color comb looks so good. I would have loved to see some flash coloprs in the crystals or something. Like a bright turquise or lime green.

[@Mezgike]

That's a nice idea, like a bit of an opal vibe.

[@Dewoy1]

@@Mezgike Yeah, these colors would look nice on so many models. Spash merinz Tyranids or Tau.