My Best Advice for Miniature Painting - HC 400

[@BarokaiRein]

You're a pillar of this community, Vince, and I hope you know that.

[@stefanblackadder5236]

I’ve been saying this until I’m purple in the face.😂

[@BrickInTheHead]

More than a pillar; Vince is the heart of the community

[@Dro250]

He really is though

[@thehat4244]

I'd say the bedrock.

[@dakotacouch5642]

Hell yeah number 400!!!! 400 episodes of pure greatness. 400 episodes of dedication. 400 episodes of helping so many. Thank you so much Vince. You are an absolute treasure to this community, thank you so much for all you do for all of us. Cant wait to watch the next 400.

[@nazteeb]

Exactly this!

[@RyanF1313]

Yes - Vince is a true giver… 🎉 The community is lucky to have him.

[@Psychichazard]

This is the hobby version of 'Everybody's Free' by Baz Luhrman. Brilliant!

[@Dhrazia]

I was coming here to say this. Definitely. And it stands.

[@samreed8022]

Same! Vince, what a champ

[@tw1sted1nc]

"But trust me on the contrast."

[@martythomas3649]

Hahaha yeah I only came to say "wear sunscreen"

[@briochepanda]

The "But trust me on the sunscreen." energy going on here reminds me that you are definitine of the cheif custodians of this wonderful little nook we've all carved out for ourselves.

[@wpb5876]

This series is like the grand library of painting tutorials and guides. People will be referring to this series for years to come. Absolutely phenomenal work! Congratulations on the big 400!

[@philtaylor8427]

Getting strong "Baz Luhrmann Sunscreen" vibes....lol Congrats on 400 video's....

[@Phoenikuz]

The "Wear Sunscreen" speech for the miniature hobby! Well done, and thank you for all of your wonderful videos over the years!

[@ItsDrMcQuack]

My thoughts exactly! At first I thought it was coincidence, but about halfway through it became clear it was intentional. Great idea

[@TheFlintsGhost]

What a wonderful homage, full of great advice. In my early 40s now and I often think back to the lyrics of 'Everybody's Free To Wear Sunscreen'. Thanks so much for all the videos Vince. Your content is a real pleasure to watch. All the best.

[@paulcable2538]

Caught the first sunscreen reference…. Thought to myself “huh, was that just a fluke”…… caught the second one, “heeey, hang on a second…is he doing”…. Immediately catches the third “oh wow ok, he is. let’s strap in and enjoy this!”

[@Senor_Elegante]

Congratulations on yet another amazing milestone Vince! The hobby community is incredibly lucky to have someone as passionate as you in our ranks, your videos inspire not only inside the hobby but with so many aspects of life.

[@krzysztofzacharski1474]

The man, the artist, the legend! You are going to live forever. Thank you so much! ❤ ... and trust me on the sunscreen! 😉

[@Blackchance]

Haha, I love the subtle Baz Luhrman homage in this. Your sense of humor is amazing, Vince 😂

[@magnus0017]

"You'll paint all sorts of minis. Beautiful minis. Ugly minis." Well, I'm halfway there. I haven't been in the hobby for long, about two years, and never consistent, but truly, Vince, you have made some of the best painting videos, full stop. This series has so much, and any episode, all the way back to the first one, is full of advice that still encourages and inspires. Thank you for all of this, and I will always look forward to what you do next. And yes, I'll try and paint more. No promises, but I'll try. ^_^

[@Delta501st]

Love this. I quote the "wear sunscreen" speech all the time and no one ever gets it!

[@Gambeloakgaming]

Thank you, Vince, for your commitment to helping us become better painters. Cheers to another 400 HC vids!

[@Mr.Glitch]

Congrats on the 400 and thanks for all your invaluable help. 30 years out of the hobby means I've got a tonne of catching up to do!

[@TheEnd]

You’re a legend Vince and I don’t say that often, thank you sir.

[@liamkehoe5957]

I love the Baz Lurhman Sunscreen vibe.

[@mj9483]

This has some 1999 Wear Sunscreen song vibes, and equally good advice.

[@allenbenningfield3865]

I feel like I’ve watched at least 100 of your videos (could be more, probably not fewer), and I think you’ve amassed in one video a philosophy that you threaded throughout those 100+ videos. I’m amazed you found a way to distill it in this one video. Congratulations on 400. Here’s to 400 more.

[@thepoorhammerpodcast]

I haven't even watched 50% of the HC videos yet and you've taught me more about this hobby than anyone else in the couple years I've been doing this. Thank you for everything you do Vince! Here's to 400 more.

[@fotistsichlas3599]

Thank you very much Vince! I've started mini painting August 2022 after almost 20 years "break" (I painted a few LotR minis in early 00's), and Irealise now that i've been missing out. I can compare my older minis and my newer ones and see the improvement; only compare with yourself of yesterday. Your videos have helped me so much to tackle this journey, the stellar advice you've provided have been immensely helpful. Truly, thank you very much! Here's to another 400 videos!

[@Fox01313]

When I got back in the hobby a couple years ago after a break of a couple decades, I'm so glad to have found Vince, Tabletop Minions and Midwinter Minis as they've been a great source to enjoy painting minis. Thanks!!

[@VinceVenturella]

That's awesome!

[@Biggabertha]

Thank you very much!! Okay, I'll do the first one: paint everyday! It sounds like going to the gym and doing exercise! Thank you, again!

[@the_arcanum]

Dang Vince, you made me all emotional with this one. It reminded me a lot of Mary's Schmich Chicago Tribute column "Advice, like youth, probably just wasted on the young" popularized by Baz Luhrman in his "Everybody's Free (To Wear Sunscreen)" song. Thank you so much for everything you're bringing to thousands with these videos, helping and guiding us in our hobby. I hope it brings you as much joy as it's driving us to enjoy painting!

[@IanGerritsen]

"Your figure will never be perfect" Perfectly ROUND thankyouverymuch!

[@razielmasta]

I just started painting and got a little demotivated seeing how much I have to learn about colors, light, shadows, shapes and all this artsy stuff. Then I stumbled upon this video and actually shed a tear. Thank you Vince for your kind words and all your videos, you really helped me to keep my head up and keep on painting.

[@VinceVenturella]

Glad I could help!

[@geminigirl1405]

Let’s get into it- I don’t even paint (my boyfriend does and I watch your videos with him). Your videos are awesome. Besides the wealth of knowledge you have on painting techniques, your advice can be applied to basically ANY hobby and even to life in general- it’s so uplifting, inspiring and wholesome. Keep it up and congratulations on 400 episodes! 😀

[@PlasticAddict301]

Me, not having fully painted a single miniature but having consumed hundreds of how to paint videos, and looking to complete my first squad: Time to plunge down into the valley of despair!!

[@squirtleninja]

Congrats on 400, Vince. Your teaching has been monumental in both the actual skills you impart and the positive relationships you encourage to the artform/hobby. Im probably twice the painter I could have been thanks to you. Cheers!

[@tanukiworkshop]

Congrats on the 400th Vince, you and others have been a strong reason I decided to give painting minis a try, and grinding my brush skills. Although I'm a miniature painting baby, I've got a good 20 years of experience in digital art and you're advices pretty much apply to any artistic discipline. Surround yourself with like minded and honest people, that will stay positive but will never hesitate to point out your flows. Embrace the grind, trust the process, don't hesitate to restart a paint job from scratch, put your ego on the side. Be respectful and ask advice from people you look up to, and help out the one looking up to you. Learn to color mix.

[@ChuckSepers]

Had a blast hanging out with you Vince and other classmates at his painting workshop on battle damage at the Tabletop Minions Expo in Oshkosh, WI today!

[@stefanblackadder5236]

Thank you so much for this. In the last three months my son’s house burned down, my father died, I miss him, and the water heater went out. The only thing that has kept me from the dark side is my wife, painting figures, and this community. Someday soon I might be able to stop replaying Roy Batty’s scene at the end of Blade Runner.

[@VinceVenturella]

That’s rough man, my condolences on the loss and I am glad mini painting and this awesome community have helped. It truly is cathartic and I’m happy and proud to be part of it with you. :)

[@TheStafman97]

Vince needed a powdered wig to match this soundtrack! Congrats on 400 Vince! You have the most comprehensive channel on KZbin and are an inspirational painter! Thank you for being a pillar of the community

[@Nigredos_subjective_Tedtalks]

Vinny V for sainthood! That was poignant and beautiful brother. Thank you for being a constant force of guidance both in video, and in person. We are better people for it.

[@Paddzr]

I said it before. But these videos help me the most. While HC gets me to try a new thing for a mini, this gets me hyped for painting my existing stuff.

[@Coordinator010]

How you feel about painting is how I feel about writing. Picked 40k up specifically to get back into painting as a hobby. Great video man.

[@juliecox6509]

😄 Thank you Vince 'Baz' Venturella! Keep it going!! I dunno what I'd do every Saturday evening without this channel 😍

[@printandplaygamer7134]

...but trust me on the sunscreen. Thanks for all the fish, Vince! Looking forward to 400 more!

[@Asri_]

A violin instructor gave me the best advice ever when I was frustrated if I was still pretty lousy: "you are at a legitimate skill level."

[@JoeFlamenco]

I’m glad I learned to paint from videos like these, that give me the freedom to experiment and play with my paintings.

[@jasonfrank2935]

The best advice from greatness (Vince Venturella and Uncle Adam) equals greatest gifts shared to the good of ones ability and the abilities of multiple generations (Ninjon and Miniac) . Possibly one day I hope to have as great an impact in life as you do in this niche.

[@sabelkowalk558]

Art truly cannot be seperated from life. Thank you for 400 useful and inspirational videos!

[@VinceVenturella]

My pleasure!

[@patnoon5477]

I might add that alternately, you can perfectly avoid a wet palette altogether and use a plate or a tile or something. I used to really get into wet palettes and I own several brands, but the last two years I've just used a tile and Ive been perfectly happy not worrying about losing paint or whether its moldy or whatever,

[@domada4090]

400! Four-hundred! Fumph-hundreedion! Amazing work Vince-V! 👍

[@bubbadoom1837]

Thank you, fellas like you have helped me get back into the hobby. It's appreciated. One day I may make it to a convention, and buy you a coffee or a beer.

[@byzantinebyron6947]

Congratulations on 400 Vince. I just want to say that I've been properly painting for 3 years. When I started I made all the beginner mistakes and all the rookie errors and that's obviously fine, that's how we grow. However I discovered your videos and your style was what I needed. No frills, no click bait, no 'and then draw the rest of the owl'. Just simple guidance that can be applied whether with a brush or airbrush. Whenever I'm stuck for a technique, such as sheer fabric, or skin, or how to use specific colours I always know there's a video or 4 of yours I can turn to (your video on Vampiric Skin with Chadukar was invaluable). Recently I've won Best Painted at two local tournaments, the little 3D printed trophies mean more to me than any of the figures I own and sit proudly on my desk. I have you to thank for that. I have you to thank for the advice to paint something that scares you, it's how I found the courage to pick up Kragnos, Lion El'Jonson, Katakros and other centrepiece models that I was scared of painting I just wanted to say thank you. I know without a doubt that I wouldn't be the painter I am without your simple, effective guidance and I will always be grateful.

[@VinceVenturella]

That’s amazing! Congratulations on the win and happy to help in any way that I can. :)

[@harrymanback3475]

Congratulations on this astounding landmark! The hobby wouldn't be the same without you Vince 😊👍

[@caseyfrechette]

Thanks so much for 400 episodes, Vince, and congratulations on the milestone, and on the M13 launch! Great meeting you yesterday at TMX, thanks so much for being there and teaching, and for all of your patience and kindness and lessons. The gratitude felt is inexpressible.

[@seanfinley2069]

This is a good refresher. Beyond all the techniques and products, painting is a medium of artistic expression. It's about communicating things that matter to you. So it's exciting to see so many different styles in mini painting and know that there's no wrong one because they're all making different statements for their artists. Congratulations on 400!

[@zamo9660]

You got my like in less than a minute. I highly resonate with your 1st tip: been painting since I was 13. I quit every now and then, but I'm on my 40s and I keep painting. Trying to do on daily basis is a life changer. By the 5th minute watching I had to stop the vid and grab the phone just to thank you for all the time you've put into this. Simply put, my life would be a tad worse without you showing from time to time on that little window we got in the living room. Sorry I wrote a crazy amount of text but it got me kinda emotional to think how long I've been sharing my time with your virtual persona. IKR you read every coment. You ever did. So thanks again for your time, your knowledge, your great games (GL w/ majestic13), and most important for entertaining us. Sometimes, life kicks you straight in the * * * and a little distraction is enough to wrap your mind around something that aren't problems. PS. Wife always says "someone has to tell him to lower his camera so it doesn't feel like he's looking up all the time". Thought I was worth sharing her comments too 😊 Hope none of these sounds weird, English ain't even my 2nd language. Cheers buddy ❤

[@VinceVenturella]

None of it sounds weird, and it’s all deeply appreciated. :)

[@420alphaomega]

Here's to 400 more! I never seen such a quality youtuber who spends so much time answering every question in the comment section its very refreshing, thanks vince!

[@VinceVenturella]

Always happy to help. :)

[@Hartas715]

Thank you for this message of hope. This hoppy isn't always easy but you sure make it simpler.

[@deliciousrelish]

Thanks Vince. This was really nice to hear. Also thanks for the background noise while I scrape mould lines off my 70th blood letter.

[@craigskelton189]

Everyone has already said so much, far more eloquently than me, but I just wanted to say thankyou, we've never met but I can honestly say that I feel I know you. Your teaching methods work so much for me and I just need to say Thankyou so much, and we love you man!!!!!

[@benjaminrozema677]

Vince likes one of my favorite songs!

[@gutssubz8232]

Congratulations Vince. True service to the painting community

[@rogergoldman9375]

I’ve been in this hobby for 48+ years. I’m probably no better painter now than I was when I started. But that doesn’t faze me at all. I try to paint every day and I’ve kept pretty well everything I’ve ever painted. I’m never going to be anything but a bang average painter, but that’s ok. It’s the only artistic thing I can actually do. It’s kept me sane and long may it continue.

[@VinceVenturella]

I see nothing wrong there at all. I find this hobby so therapeutic as well, and that is more than enough.

[@tokoloshgolem]

Thank you for all your amazing videos, Vince.

[@tayloraverett3138]

Wow Vince your opening message was exactly what I needed to hear. I have only been painting on weekends when I have a full free afternoon, but you’re right I should be painting when ever I have a bit of time.

[@seanditchfield5609]

Cannot thank you enough for all of these videos. You have created a library that when I’m stuck offer ideas and inspiration to give me the kick to put the brush back onto the model. Here’s to the next 400

[@SarahRoseCO10]

Vince, you're such a cornerstone of this community. Thank you for helping me in my journey.

[@VinceVenturella]

My pleasure!

[@DocHuckleberry09]

You’ve been an incredible guiding light in this hobby for me Vince, and I’m super grateful for the time and work you put in to show me how to paint miniatures. If there’s ever a question, a technique, or something I can learn, I guarantee I find it on your channel. Thank you!

[@VinceVenturella]

My pleasure!

[@vanrussell4072]

I've barely touched your catalog of videos, but I always find what I'm looking for when I'm figuring out a technique within it. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@MoonkeyMod]

Wear sunscreen! I have to go listen to this now.... Also well done on making it to 400, thanks for sharing all you have.

[@davejBE]

Thank you 400 times ! Always great to listen to your advices, not only painting techniques, but also how to live a good, satisfying hobby life.

[@rexhurley4380]

Well said Vince keep them coming and spot on with your comments. To be honest since your revelation post Adepticon I actually think your advice videos have improved.

[@FreemenMars1]

Yeah I’m in that class of watching a bunch, but doing little. I just don’t prioritize the time for it - but love when I do. (Started 90s - dropped until I found you and others about a year ago! Thanks for all you do!)

[@teno2tube]

Ladies and Gentlement of the Class of 2023, paint every day. 😉 Thank you for every tutorial, Vince!

[@hondamagna1983]

Sunscreen speech... It transcends. Thank you Vince for making it relative to the hobby.

[@eviesandston4273]

Finally, somebody else who recognised this.

[@Mikey__R]

400 episodes! Larry must be so proud!

[@peterlageri4177]

Holy Larry! 400 videos! Wow. Congratulation, Vince.

[@Jeff-ne1lh]

You have truly made my painting journey more enjoyable... thank you Vic

[@DMWaldo]

Congratulations, Vince, and thank you so much for everything you've done for our community. Absolutely invaluable and incredible.

[@VinceVenturella]

My pleasure!

[@23Django23]

So much nice words from you! ❤ I really like you Vince. You are such a nice person. I’m glad that I found this hobby few years ago. It helps me and makes me really happy. Best wishes from Czech Republic ❤

[@timbob1145]

Mate, you're an absolute legend. Just got back into the hobby after 25 years and everything you've said in this video is absolutely on point. Cheers for the mountain of info... And dry wit that you've churned out for all of us lot to digest. o7

[@joakimgrondahl8395]

Thanks for 400 fantastic videos, I'm looking forward to the next 400! Everybody's Free (To Wear Sunscreen)!

[@Dienomike.]

Many congratulations to you Vince. I hope you realise how much you have helped a lot of painters and hobbyists. Your passion comes through the screen and it inspires us all. Also shout-out to Baz luhrmann ;).

[@phigu198]

Thank you Vince. Your videos have helped me a lot, and especially the Exploring Colors series is something I recommend to everyone who wants to learn something about painting. You helped me with Airbrushing, understanding values and contrast, skin, lighting, universal highlights and shadows, other ways to shade and highlight, how to paint horses, how to paint white cloaks. You helped me paint my best heroes, my best units, my best black armour and my best faces. I think I'll try those Symphony of Season Models soon. Really putting everything to the test.

[@Mr88spacepants]

This may be a tips video but I can tell this is from the heart. Thanks, V. You really care about the people in this hobby.

[@gregoiremallet5751]

congratulations from France and a big THANK YOU

[@ThimblewolfArt]

Thanks for this video. I've been really wanting to get back to painting my first mini, but all the gorgeous minis and advanced techniques I see on here have me feeling paralyzed with indecision. It's hard not to feel like my mini needs all these fancy techniques to be considered finished and "properly" painted. This video is really helping me to put all that aside and just do the techniques that feel fun and doable for me where I'm at and leave all that other stuff for future minis.

[@VinceVenturella]

Just the painting is always enough. Nothing more. Always happy to help. :)

[@adamduncombe594]

Vince. Thanks. Thanks for taking the time to share lessons and advice all for free. Thank you. 🎉

[@spacedock873]

Hi Vince. Congratulations and thank-yous for the 400th HC video. Although I found your channel relatively late and am not generally a mini painter your calm, encouraging and friendly style has helped me to get great pleasure from this hobby. I watched/listened to this video while painting a mouse knight figure from Oathsworn miniatures which is for their Burrows and Badgers tabletop war game. It and the other nine figures I have from the range have given me such enjoyment while painting them, so much so that they are like Pringles - once you pop you just can't stop! I find it very difficult to actually walk away from the painting table, even when it is getting late, because there is always just one small thing I could do before I call it a night! You have made me comfortable with my noob ability level and despite being a perfectionist I can now accept that my output cannot possibly be of top quality as I haven't put the hours in yet (and will likely never do so), but hey, that's okay! Having said that, I can already see improvements in my work and this helps me to enjoy the hobby even more. Some figures I actually look at and think "I really like that!" and am genuinely pleased with and proud of them. This is in great part to your tutorials, encouragement and advice such as "it's your mini, paint it how you want." My only regret is that you have so much going on that you don't have time to do the longer HC videos like you used to do 😔. Here's to another 400 HC videos 👍😁🍾

[@VinceVenturella]

Love B&B and glad you’re having a good Time. Always happy to help. :)

[@Andreas-wb5vi]

Commented and liked. Because you are an inspiration to me and many others. Hope your new game does well and that the Kruleboyz and Skaven get some love in 4th edition!

[@Seraphim2611]

Advice from Vince just seems more genuine :-)

[@LuluDZulu]

Congrats Vince! You prob don't remember me but I went to NOVA a few years ago with the express goal of shaking your hand in gratitude. Congrats on ur success and looking forward to ur future work!

[@iamcoffeelive]

Thank you Vince. Your Exploring Colors videos have been integral to my growth. I sincerely appreciate your work as I've directly benefitted from the effort you have put into this channel.

[@TheMiniaturesPaintbrush]

You are awesome congratulations on 400 what an amazing accomplishment. Keep the awesome tutorials coming.

[@VinceVenturella]

Thanks brother, hope you’re doing well, better see you at NOVA this year

[@TheMiniaturesPaintbrush]

I plan to be there, after my divorce and mother passing, I haven’t been competitive painting. I miss hanging with you brother, I’m looking forward to it!

[@chrisbeckett2290]

Thanks Vince, you are a legend. Your advice is spot on, enjoyment is the aim for me but that can often get forgotten!

[@timothythorne9182]

Vince, I watch every HC video, and I already practice everything you talk about in this video, but it's still important to hear this stuff. Congratulations on 400 HC videos!!! And thank you for them

[@timfrank1262]

So much wisdom packed into 15 minutes! Thank you for your time, passion, and lessons about this awesome hobby.

[@VinceVenturella]

My pleasure!

[@paul0132]

"and above all else, wear sunscreen." Nice video Vince.

[@STOOJIE]

400 and i/ we hope you make 4000 more, absolutely love your work sir your an absolute inspiration.

[@GoldenRogueMinis]

Huge congratulations Vince. You are a leviathan in the painting community and your reach is huge. I’m from the UK and so many here watch your videos!!

[@battspaints]

Man I reckon I've watched all 400 of these bad boys and I'm still a crap painter... But I'm MUCH better than I was! Thanks for making these Vince, it's an incredible resource.

[@mitulshobbies6868]

Thank you Vince for all that you contribute! Yours are videos I come back to time and again.

[@lazzarus7673]

Thank you Vince, you are a great human being. It can not given back what you are doing for the community. Thank you mate, you are great.❤

[@VinceVenturella]

My pleasure!

[@OverlordTweak1897]

Congrats on 400! I've learned so much from HC in my four years of painting, and your videos are the ones i recommend to anyone new to this beautiful hobby. Here's to 400 more at least

[@issaavedra]

I love how people who are really experienced in anything can start philosophizing about their niche, but the conclusions apply to almost anything in life. The "paint every day" thing is so true, I'm really bad at painting, but after a couple of weeks painting everyday I have realized that my mistakes are less than 1/4 than they used to be. Thanks for your videos.