Get the CREAMIEST Blends - Start to Finish!

Here is the full process of how I get my blends on all my miniatures to date, in all it's brush licking glory.
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[@Miniac]

Just to get ahead of the comments: Yes, I lick my brush a lot. I've been doing it for years as a habit. You'll notice that approximately 30%-40% I'm doing it to a brush that has no paint in it at all. So, why do I do it? 1. It sharpens the tip of my brush. 2. it clears the paint out of the brush. 3. it's immediately accessible because it's very close to my miniature because I paint with the mini right next to my face. Acrylic paint dries very fast so when I wetblend/feather I can immediately get back to work w/minimal time in between brush clearing. 4. Sometime's it's just a random habit, there's no reason why I'm doing it.

[@cheross-hook5942]

All the best painters do. ;)

[@TheDungeonMattster]

Acryllic paint is non-toxic. It won't bite! I thought I was the only one who does this until I saw a video of painter Sam Lenz doing it. I legit laughed so hard I peed a little.

[@azerel83]

I think we all do this lol

[@andord123]

You can also just wipe it off on the wet palette the sponge and save yourself a mouthful of paint.

[@Miniac]

@@andord123 It is unfortunately not as fast or as good at cleaning the brush.

[@jonathancampbell7798]

Legend says that he got into the hobby as an excuse to fuel his paint eating addiction

[@vulpeszerda39]

lol

[@Trollsini]

One for you, one for me.

[@charlesballard5251]

Once you taste black, you never go back. BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAA!!!!!

[@FacilityD20]

Me too lol

[@baronn1504]

I prefer glue

[@Atma012150]

I cannot fault a man for licking his brush after tasting the sweet ambrosia that was 90's Citadel Bleached Bone.

[@rickyupjohn7045]

And then came along the Foundation paints.....worst tasting things in history!

[@meatybtz]

So I am not the only one who remembers that sweet sweet goodness. WTH Citadel.. what did you put in it!!

[@daviddickson412]

@@meatybtz Plastic crack

[@Klickor]

@@rickyupjohn7045 Tastes so dry. And then the washes. Badab black smelled and tasted so bad. Tasted Vallejo model color paint shortly after that and slowly phased out my citadel paints. Taste may or may not have been part of the reason

[@mikemason9310]

My legion sized army of Tomb King bow in praise to your comment.

[@drfishynoooo9960]

New drinking game - everytime the brush goes in his mouth, shot of tequila.

[@hemogoblin3076]

Alcohol poisoning and he's still putting paint on the palette

[@PetrPetrovich]

it's like 100 shots of tequila.

[@Hubris73]

aaaaaannd they're all dead.

[@mindseyeproductions8798]

Brush in the mouth, disturbingly toxic

[@OifelOifel]

You animal!!!!! :D

[@jg113]

me: "how you get so smooth transitions?" scott: "saliva"

[@charlesballard5251]

I don't know if I ever commented on this vid before, but... THANK YOU!!!!! I started watching your vids probably in June or July as you were one of the first I discovered when I searched KZbin for mini painting vids. I was wanting to do some mini painting with some amount of technique in mind after many years of not touching paint at all. I got one mini more or less done just as a warm up, then started on my major project which basically stalled after laying down the 2 base colors. I'm planning on getting back to it now that I've taken the time to search again and refreshed my knowledge of how to blend. I'll wait until I have an entire weekend to devote to it. Again, thanks!!!!

[@madnessbydesign1415]

Watching videos where a model goes from sprues to Heavy Metal quality paint job in 20 minutes can be disheartening when the viewer is unable to even come close. We know stuff gets cut out for time, but to see what it actually takes gives a more realistic view into the Madness of this hobby. You have done us a great service... :)

[@karnage27]

The last time I painted a mini was back in 1990 ... all of my HeroQuest minis. Just getting back into it at the age of 39. Can't tell you how helpful (and creamy) all of your video's are. Thanks so much.

[@91Berial]

It is totally sacrifice for me to watch you painting, but also help me with the blending. Now I understand the way to paint blending way better than before. Thanks man. Please more of this stuff

[@inf3243]

I love that even though you're self-conscious about eating the paint, you still cut to it every time you do it. Also this is a fantastic look into just how much work goes into these wicked paint jobs. Respect!

[@hurdurdurduer]

Painting-wise I think it's your best video :) It illustrates a very important lesson: a lot of people expect that a single technique is a silver bullet, and it turns out you have to combine different things & do a lot of back and forth to get great results. I liked also that you've shown those little tricks like putting different intensity edge highlights depending on nearest surface brightness.

[@justindangersmith]

100% agree. This is by far your strongest video Miniac!

[@Dustoxin]

I didn't notice you where doing it until you pointed it out and now I notice it every time!

[@zombiehunter5000]

I like this. Those little nuggets of info you share in between painting like "using the sponge to moisturize the brush quickly" make watching the whole thing worth. These live walkthroughs seem great for that. Only hope that the camera has a closer view on how you apply the paint.

[@xGamermonkeyx]

God damn I am so glad to hear you've had that sitting for two years. I've been so stressed that I've left my Imperial Fists with a basecoat and highlights for a few months, it's good to know that it's kind of normal while waiting for inspiration.

[@adamgrant2007]

Whoa, 30 minute tutorial... awesome stuff, cheers dude!

[@artsyork3915]

i love it that you actually wrote that sentence out at 22:40. your hilarious. great video, thanks.

[@JorisVDC]

This was really insightful. At first I had the impression that you were redoing the same highlights until they pleases you. No I understand that it's all about layering and feathering and wet blending. Sadly it just takes a lot of time to reach a point which feels good enough not to go back and change it. I understand now why the brush licking is necessary. I also now finally understand what I can do with my inks.

[@timwhite3026]

I did the same thing as a kid but only with water colors.. I can oddly remember it's flavor every time I see you do it lol.

[@TheBDrinkin]

Really liked this vid dude. For me, the most informative video so far. Also attracts me to watching live paint sessions as I presume they are somewhat similar in how they're presented. Nice job man.

[@williammountfield8508]

Licking the brush is natural good for the brush and makes the mini look better so keep at it

[@tutubeater1]

Scott, I wanted to thank you for your last video in which your friend reviewed the various starter paint sets because it made me try out scale 75 and i absolutely love the paints so much that I sold off all of my previous paint lines including reaper, p3, vallejo game air, citadel air and my second set of citadel paints because i can finally achieve fairly painless wet blending transitions now with this amazing product. Great video BTW thank you for showing us even the mistakes during the process and how you compensate for them!

[@aaronbird1239]

Yes Scott, this was awesome. For me this is the content I like the most and why I watch your channel. Utilising the 3 cameras I can appreciate was probably a massive ball ache to edit, however it really helped me understand the different techniques. #painteating

[@cheross-hook5942]

All I can say is that this entire video... yes the creamy mmmm sumptuous blends and even the lip smacking brush licking..... was just oh so good and tasty.

[@spicylemons490]

I watch this video from time to time to get a better understanding of highlighting, but the other day I finished painting this exact model, that being a primaris captain in gravis armor. There’s a cape that entirely covers that calf where you’ve spent a half hour painting which I find hilarious. Great for reference and practice, but funny because you will never see the work done on that panel.

[@jedrzejwilinski8148]

I love cream. I love brushlicking. I'm a normal person, please don't flag this video.

[@mikelalor1000]

Wow man, you cut to it. Every. Time. Amazing blends. Triggering licks.

[@Hynesight2020]

A couple things. 1. I've been watching some of your older stuff lately and I have to say, I'm really glad you made and found your brand. Suppose it helps that its my kind of brand . . . but anyways on to number: 2. Sam Lenz is awesome and does awesome work but I truly appreciate the the personality you bring to the table (pun intended).

[@JMS118]

I've had that melody stuck in my head for hours now😂

[@mkol1998]

Ey this was pretty chill to watch, wouldn't mind seeing this more often!

[@trfff0]

Oh, so you also enjoyed watching him lick his brush? :)

[@bibs4353]

good video. Someone needs to count the consumes. It has to be in the millions

[@TrevHolland]

Those royalty-free jams are the best.

[@adamtomlinson918]

I'm way late to this party, but I just started watching your videos and really enjoyed watching your process. Also, I lick my brush because it makes me feel like a professional.

[@schmodizzle4465]

We need more vids like this. On a whole range of topics. Loved it

[@tabbyplays930]

Good job making sure we have to watch you eat your paint... everytime. I'm impressed by the dedication to getting each brush lick. Also, thanks for the video.

[@corbinpearce7686]

Not gonna lie Scott, you’re getting better at drawing me in. That thumbnail and title had me hooked. Give me them blends... and on space marines no less

[@Miniac]

Blends, space marines, and cream!? Who can resist!

[@adrianalonso6397]

Thanks for that tutorials. Im thinking about paint my tau minis in purple. And that helps me a lot. Have fun !

[@manga3040]

Aside from another cool bit of content the editing in this video was awesome. Nice and smooth and synced great. Definitely like this type of format.

[@CauldronBlack]

Im digging that Death Saves patch dude! Love the clothing and accessory line

[@michaelgoldsmith3834]

The result looks great, I must say I didn't see a lot of glazing, is that pretty typical for you? I was wondering if some of the wet blending back and forth could have been eliminated with a few glazes? :) still great result! Love your videos!

[@LeonardoTheMage]

I love how you began the video by saying you would try to avoid sticking your brush in your mouth, and after only about a third of the video is done you're just frantically alternating between picking up paint, adding a tiny bit to the mini, then jamming it in your mouth. I, too, probably eat more paint then I actually add to the model I'm painting when I'm trying (and failing) to blend.

[@zachdevenney1307]

OMG, you are friggin killing me here!

[@thomasventer36]

im not sure why but i was more engaged for the whole video than the normal 10 minute videos.

[@JohnDoe-l1kmya5s]

Scott, I love you man. Please keep making killer videos!

[@Firebirddna]

That is a great color combination for Soul Drinkers. Fantastic. Thank you for showing us your method.

[@richardhogben3776]

Mate that was a really good tutorial, it’s always good to have soul drinkers as well .

[@cupkiller4588]

I leave my disgust

[@iSheaButter]

Love your videos! I appreciate the work you put into the video editing. I laughed out loud at your run-on sentence; and showing every glorious paintbrush-lick was an impressive level of attention to detail. Keep up the great work!

[@mini_maven]

I have learned that spit = creamy blends. Also a lot of hard work, practice, and talent. Thank you for this amazing and entertaining video!

[@jamesash2394]

So many great videos. Really love this three camera stuff.

[@FacilityD20]

I'm here talking notes for my channel... that set up ain't easy or cheap to do. look great.

[@trovarion]

but what if i want MOIST blends instead?

[@nilskuhl2967]

Dude Respect you really got ne into painting more minis. And even blending(the thing that aways scared me the most. xDDD thx dude for the awesome vids.

[@deckrect]

Live! It's alive!!!

[@Whichendup]

I finally found this video again. I have been looking for this video on painting purple armor, but the SEO is so bad that I basically had to sift through images hoping I'd find it. You know what you do in this video? Blend purple armor. Do you know what I get when I Google "blend purple armor miniature painting"? Not this video, that means terrible SEO.

[@carreroarts9735]

very cool... showcase this Marine when your done.... its going to be awesome

[@marcberry8991]

Amazing work my man

[@devinnelson2112]

I'm howling from all the paint eating camera cuts. omg

[@madhatter1662]

Viewers: "When do you know you're done blending?" Scott: "You're never 'done' blending. There's just the point when you decide to stop."

[@iggiboi2501]

Nice work as always!

[@alexwilliams6022]

Awesome video been trying to figure this out for a while and now it all makes sense! cheers mate 🤘🏼

[@adron1261]

I must do this on all my minis so I never finish! Amazing work, I look forward to applying the techniques on a selective basis ;)

[@johnnyd34d29]

Wow, first of all --> Nice Vid. Thumbs up mate. I am a brush licker too 😁. Maybe scale, GW, Vallejo etc. should produce some flavoured paints, for us that would be crazy...

[@benjaminzaugg1127]

ill try to use this technique on my slaves to darkness minis. Good stuff, thank you

[@aaronvanfossan3288]

I have glazing down and understand wet blending, just need to get feathering and ill be good to go!

[@spritethirstman]

So how do you clear the brush and do this technique WITHOUT eating paint and sponge water?

[@HeroOfTheWeb]

I like that you have a camera watching your hands, so I can watch you make a creamy blend.

[@RM_3D]

I like the cuts every time u gobble that paint i approve of this message

[@Scaraman2112]

Very creamy. Loved the video and interesting seeing the commentary as it's happening. Definitely giving a different insight angle to your videos

[@chrismills2913]

Great video mate nice to see different ways to do things!!

[@niv6570]

I learnt aLOT from your video especially your painting style is what I inspired to be. Thank you... It just....and now Im also curious how paint taste like.

[@KiirooTV]

I have made a fake moustache out of wet spunge. Its attached to my head with rubber straps. I run the brush past it everytime i get the urge to lick the brush. It has really worked for me.

[@homesickfetus8421]

Hey, just curious but will you make more of those mats or the other products for your store?

[@Xn7000]

22:20 is good stuff man. I don't know if this is covered later in the video yet, but what are your thoughts on using a two brush method rather than eating all that "non toxic" acrylic medium?

[@_Gecko]

I’m gonna try using a wet pallet, the problem I’ve always had is my paint dries too much to blend, and thinning out would make it run too much. Thanks for the video

[@caseinpoint9065]

The licking of the brush drives me nuts every time. LOL

[@Krazykal]

Nice but gotta ask you ever get the runs from all the paint you eat?

[@hijinkstodeath1722]

Super helpful video!

[@TheBearwithchainsaws]

Brilliant vid man! More like this if possible would be great!

[@seanbybee6047]

Never seen someone wet the brush as much as you do by doing the taste test. Lol!

[@niklaswilhelmus391]

Amazing Video! I just think the cuts have been a bit hectic at some points, especially as the video has a more relaxed atmosphere. Except for that, the video was awesome. Keep it up!

[@SirLazz]

Bon Appétit ! Hope that paint tasted good.

[@kharnethebetrayer4125]

I think you should do more vids like that but using other coulees like yellow and red

[@amyntalisse3147]

I'm so glad I'm not the only one doing this lol

[@johnathankonandreas6074]

Great video! Now how do I blend without eating the paint lol?

[@KRESHNEVIC]

Its alright I eat paint too. So does my best friend when painting minis out of habit. Ive done it for years to get the hairs on the brush back to a point .

[@83cable]

As a fellow licker, I understand totally. Great vid. You've left enough genetic material on that mini to make it truley unique :D lol. Were this a episode of CSI, and the black light came in... the things it would light up would be impressive hehehe.

[@MarkoVeer]

Couple of questions for those of us that want to be able to get those creamy blends. When can we expect to see Scott Saliva in the Merch or Die section, and will this be available in pots or dropper bottles?

[@AznofHK]

5:29 definitely learned that the hard way after many ruined paint dilutions xd

[@ApollosEdge]

Great video. Keep it up!

[@asmodeusvadrigar2371]

You must take poops with excellent highlights and transitions.

[@ArynCrinn]

Wait... you started painting the Gravis armour Captain nearly 6 months before it was released? How did you get it so early?

[@Miniac]

I lied

[@Tayrhys]

What is the music playing during the majority of the song?

[@gogotrololo]

this vid was a battle between vomiting, and watching how to get a rad blend

[@cengizdogan1296]

I’m new to all this just ordered all my paints etc but that pallet what materials was used?!

[@schmodizzle4465]

What's the tune in the back ground please ? It's so soothing

[@NenaVeil13]

This paint blending is Grape! 🍇

[@toph1122]

Dig the Death Saves patch

[@behornedhorse4913]

Hey man, half way through so maybe to early to say but why not use a model colour purple if the scale75 range is lacking ??

[@dreadnotty]

This makes me miss your streams buddy

[@MuffinProductionsTM]

The thing that impresses me most is how he can stand the taste of scale75 paint. It tastes like death to me.

[@terrymcginnis5299]

Aye boss that mini hasn’t been out for 2 years.

[@Miniac]

yeah sorry, 1 year and some change

[@terrymcginnis5299]

I still love u