My FIRST 75mm Display Miniature Painting! from

[@DevsDice]

Hey good people! I really enjoyed painting my first 75mm display miniature! I felt like I learned a lot when it came to painting light/darkness but also some crafting and classical art with the background! I spent about 10 hours all in all on this and I am super happy about the result, what do you think? Tell me in the comments below! Check out Squidmar's Kickstarter to get your own 75mm display miniatures here! www.kickstarter.com/projects/squidmar/champions-of-sona-75mm-resin-miniatures Stay safe and lots of love to you all! 👍💙💛💙

[@gornser]

10 hours? So this is a speed paint!

[@SquidmarMiniatures]

Loved this video man, fantastic work on Atle 🥰 and thanks for sharing the journey with the rest of us

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Emil and thank you for sending me Atle! The sculpt is seriously insanely good! Well done Sir! 👍💙💛💙

[@LucMioulet]

"I live in the gap" proceeds to paint an epic mini with an awesome aurora in the background. I really love what you did 🤩

[@DevsDice]

Hahahaha! Well Luc, it's subjective right? 👍🤣 But thank you kindly! 👍💙💛💙

[@dirtywhitellama]

I think you're selling yourself short here. We're always our own worst critics, though. Turned out great!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Dirtywhitellama! I might be but I prefer a humble approach in life! 👍🤣

[@NatesMiniatures]

Absolutely fantastic result mate, 10 hours well spent.

[@DevsDice]

Thanks Nate! Yeah I can't argue with that! 👍🤣

[@Caradepato]

The ambient lighting looks even better when seen in movement like this.

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Tomas! 👍😍

[@kristophermelin7160]

Since I no longer play tabletop role playing or wargames, I paint and craft almost exclusively to display. And as I've gotten older, I've found that 75mm is A LOT more manageable than regular gaming minis. Your work is inspirational, and I encourage everyone to stretch your comfort zone a bit. Cheers!

[@DevsDice]

Yeah I agree on that sentiment Kristopher! I think I will be doing some more display style miniatures for sure! 👍😊

[@Atmoseeker]

Love how you did the skin and those backgrounds 🤩

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Sebastian! Yeah the skin was really the main focus for me! 👍😅

[@DungeonMasterpiece]

Broooooo that aurora paint job looks SIIIICK well done!!!

[@DevsDice]

Cheers man! I knew watching all of those Bob Ross painting videos would pay off! 👍😅

[@smurfinusa1348]

Thank you, Leif, for another great video from the world of miniature painting and hobby crafting. I always enjoy your very "humble" and honest approach to painting and crafting. I find you approach and your videos very refreshing and motivating, as you always manage to find also the good aspects in struggle and, maybe, sometimes even disappointed. I painted my first miniatures eons ago, when I was still a teenager, but I have recently returned to the hobby and have equally struggled with becoming a better painter - and I wish, I had your skills and level. Watching your videos is a motivating and highly entertaining experience. In the tabletop club that I support at our local school, we enjoy watching your videos as inpiration together with our pupils. They equally enjoy your work and told me to pass along their thanks for your time invested. Thanks for sharing your way and progress here with the community. Happy trails and keep up the great work! We really appreciate it...

[@DevsDice]

Oh crap! See even though I project the image of being a stone-cold Viking from the North(not!) I am actually a big softie! This comment made tears in my eyes. This is why I do YouTubing and specifically my tutorial style videos so thank you so very much for telling me SmurfinUSA and please extend my sincerest gratitudes to your class and pupils! Again, thank you! 👍💙💛💙

[@smurfinusa1348]

@@DevsDice A strong viking with a big heart :) It suits you. Thanks for your reply. I will pass it along to the students. Keep enjoying your great journey. You are really one of a kind!

[@chasonlapointe]

The mini came out fantastic, great work Leif!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Chason! 👍😊

[@petsdinner]

You knocked it out of the park Leif, great job! Also I'm obsessed with that aurora borealis backdrop, what an awesome idea!!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you kindly Pets Dinner! Yeah I wanted to put my own spin on the sculpt! 👍😊

[@andersnothzen8145]

Great video and awsome paintjob. Very well done Leif! Your videos are very entertaining and I look forward to many more to come!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Anders! That makes me very happy to hear! 👍😊

[@Rejoice1631]

WoW.!.!.! YOU Sir, are one helluva humble, talented, extremely generous Gentleman.!.!.! AND, you are DEF a GREAT Human Being for being so open, honest, and again, humble, about your own fears, and aspirations.!.!.!.! Well done, Leif, WELL DONE.!.!.!.!

[@DevsDice]

Wow Rejoice1631! I read the comment and had to go get some coffee to buy my mind some time to grasp this comment. Thank you so much! It's so extremely nice of you to say! 👍💙💛💙

[@turtle_stew_Lukas]

Absolutely loved the idea of the background, beautiful composition all around!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Lukas! I try my best! 👍😅

[@MrVuvuzaala]

Great video, and a cracking end result! Tomorrow, I'm about to embark on painting my first 75mm figure, and although a part of me is somewhat daunted, the other part of me (that loves a challange!) is really looking forward to it! It will be the final piece of a fantasy book nook that I have been building, which has a bit of a Greco-Roman theme to it; with the 75mm model (of a topless female gladiator - Helen Parsons, by Master Box Ltd), entering a mausoleum style building; which has an infinity mirror inside, with fickering led fire braziers and an ethereal green light glowing from the ceiling. The exterior of the mausoleum book nook, is a mixture of marble and sandstone architecture (using xps foam and bamboo skewers); there is also a carved Latin inscription above the marble entrance, which says, "INFINITAS EST VBI ACCIDVNT QVAE" ("Infinity is where things happen, that don't."), and an engraved brass plaque on the top of the book nook which reads, "VIDE INTRA CVBICVLVM INFINITVM" ("Look inside the Infinity Room."). As an extra experiment, which seems to have worked well, I have also applied some light dry brushing, over all of the stone and marble, using several of the Vallejo Colour Shift Galaxy range of paints. This has created a slightly surreal and magical merge effect, of both iridescent and pearlescent visuals, depending on where the viewer stands, as well as the type of lighting and time of day/night. The completed project is to be an objet d'art gift, for some friends of mine to display in their home. What I hope that I manage to achieve with the end result, is a work that provokes questions and conversations from those who view it; that it tells a story to the observer, that is unique to each individual's interpretation of it, and that the story possibly changes, with each subsequent viewing of it?

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much! That sounds like an awesome project! Good luck and have fun! 👍😊

[@MrVuvuzaala]

@@DevsDice Thanks for the reply. I have actually made adjustments to this project, and decided not to put the 75mm model in the book nook. This was because I hadn't properly thought through the placing of the mirrors, which lead to a 'Pepper's Ghost' effect in the infinity mirror, no matter where I tried placing the model, and I felt this spoiled the overall aesthetic. So, the 75mm model is now going to be for a different project; it is currently in the early stages pf being painted, but as I am also trying to work on 4-5 projects at the same time, things are not following their normal routines, lol!

[@Cypressed]

I think it you painted it really well and I love the aurora borealis background!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you kindly Sypressio! 👍😊

[@tinemaertens6663]

oooh send this one over to Belgium ! 😍😍😍😍😍😍❗❗really love it ❗❗

[@DevsDice]

Hahahahaha! Thank you Tine! 👍💙💛💙

[@bicskeiz]

Great results, I really like thecold-warm contrast on it!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Bicskeiz! Yeah slowly but surely I am starting to understand color theory a bit as well! 👍😅

[@Iamthenoodle]

Wow! You need to give yourself more credit dude, this looks incredible!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you Nick! Well, I am happy with it but I am hungry to become better! 👍🤣

[@Mara999]

That ended up really nice! I really like the Bob Rossian backdrop as well :)

[@DevsDice]

Thank you Mara999! Bob Ross has been on my iPad many nights to make me fall asleep so I credit it to him! 👍😂

[@ethanaster.c2077]

i think you did really good man, i think your videos are so fun to watch and they feel so sincere, especially with this video. again you did GREAT

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Ethan! That very kind of you to say! I am especially happy when I come across as a sincere person because that is very important for me in all aspects of life. Probably to a fault! 👍🤣

[@looselycollected7505]

I always enjoy watching your work. But damn! You really stepped up your painting game on this one! Amazing!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Loosely Collected! I tried my best! But I suspect that I am far from done! Onwards and upwards! 👍😅

[@horatio_]

Leif, first of all you are an amazing mini painting. You crushed this mini. And it’s no wonder Squidmar looked to you, your videos are great, well polished , humorous, and informative. Appreciate you sharing the context on painting fears we all get it. All the best will keep looking forward to more videos

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Hol2atio! Your too kind with your words and it makes me feel very grateful! Thank you so much! 👍💙💛💙

[@danieldahlberg1108]

Really inspirational video, Leif! You killed this one both in subject matter and of course the mini rocks. Never stop!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you kindly Daniel! That means a lot! I will do my best! 😅👍💙💛💙

[@bradcraig6676]

Great sculpt, and truly great paint job.

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Brad! Awesome sculpt indeed! 👍😊

[@jamiespeirs885]

Leif that's an awesome first 🥇 You really created a unique piece, that really captures the spirit of the North. He also looks a bit like a certain Viking we know and love Thanks for putting this great video up.

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Jamie for your kind words! 👍😊 Hahahaha! Not sure who you would be referring to! 🤣😆

[@saschajacob510]

Well done and very inspirational! Thank you!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Sascha Jacob! 👍😊

[@stonelion99]

Wow, this is AMAZING!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you kindly StoneLion99! 👍😊

[@arcticocelot4748]

Crushed it!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you Arctic Ocelot! 👍🤣

[@Jampire]

I'm a professional miniature painter and I've been in the hobby for 25 years. I still have the same doubts that you voiced in this video. Very thoughtful and well said. You knocked it out the park and I really enjoyed your artistic process! Very atmospheric and creative. 👏

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Jampire! Yeah when it comes to miniature painting, I am always doubting my skill and a lot of it has to do about where I am, at the moment in my development. The so called "GAP" but I think I know what I need to do and now it's just a question of having the time to practice to be honest! 👍😅

[@laylance]

Turned out great! Time for a 75mm warband and a 75mm scale Mordheim board now.

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Laylance! Hahahahahahaha! Now to do that I definitely need a new house! 👍🤣

[@Bubbelgiraff]

Nice! Been thinking about trying 54mm minis for a while, this video really pushed me closer to that edge.

[@DevsDice]

Go for it Nicholas! It is a different game I have to say but at least as much fun as 28 mm! 👍😁

[@hugomuller2339]

Hi Leif 😉 Sorry i'm late. I have some problems with youtube the last weeks. KZbin don't show me your Videos and other ones I don't know why... Better late than never 😂 The miniature is wonderful 👍👍👍 but the Aurora Borealis is ... i found no words...Wohooo 🤯😝😂 wow What an effect 👍👍👍 An absolute wonderful Video Stay healthy and creative my friend 🤘😉

[@DevsDice]

Hey Hugo! Yeah life has been busy when it comes to work and family. I have heard others say the same thing, might want to re-click the bell notifications just to make sure! Thanks Hugo! Never know when some Bob Ross can help out! Stay awesome Sir! 👍💙💛💙

[@aecascais]

awesome video, the miniature is looking great!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Aecascais! Glad you liked it! 👍😊

[@frederickgleicher1385]

Go Leif ! It looks really good, now on your next video, I would love to hear about your own critique about that miniature...what you liked, and what you would improve....

[@DevsDice]

That's an interesting idea Frederick! I was thinking of actually improving it here and there! Thanks! 👍😁

[@stoneslate6401]

He came out so dope! Love the way you did the skin. When you talked about the feeling of painting. I felt that. I've only been painting for a couple of months. But one thing I learned from your videos that always sticks. Is when you say "Trust the process" I did my first beholder. Was my first model bigger then a 1 inch scale. I was nervous af. But I remembered "trust the process". And honestly I wish I could show you how it came out. Because I learned alot from you while doing it.

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much for your kind words and thanks for sharing Stone Slate!! 👍💙💛💙

[@DBlueice]

I love it!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Daniel Blueice! 👍😊

[@scottsarcanecraft379]

Amazing!! Words alone can’t describe how fabulous that minis looks. The background really adds character to the minis appearance. Great video and great job!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Scott! I am happy with this one for now but one of course always sees the mistakes! 👍🤣😅

[@wynock8067]

I don't really like the backdrop, but god the OSl and the mini itself are absolutely GORGEOUS. You should paint minis more often !

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Thibault! I paint minis almost every week but usually not in front of the camera since it doesn't seem to be so appreciated! 👍🤣 But I still enjoy painting minis plenty! 👍😊

[@EpicParsnips]

Yes Leif! Beautiful model. I honestly think you’re waaaay more talented than you give yourself credit for. It’s hard to fairly judge your own work and to be happy with what you’ve done, but I think that you should be more than satisfied with your progress.

[@DevsDice]

Thank you Matt! I agree the model is amazing! I am perhaps weird but I feel like I am happy with any progress but seldom happy for long! 👍🤣

[@EpicParsnips]

@@DevsDice Yeah, I get what you mean! Little steps forward are nice but never enough.

[@geroschorch1365]

Absolutely gor-geous! Standard miniature painter my ass. ;)

[@DevsDice]

Hahahahaha! Thank you so much Gero Schorch! 👍💙💛💙

[@goblincavecrafting]

Loved this! I recently painted my first display bust of a yautja and filmed it for KZbin and I was worried about it because I don’t have an airbrush or fancy paints, and it was also my first time doing any mini painting. You’re right when you say you should just go for it. The results can be amazing, and if not, it’s a learning process. So happy to see another video from you, and your intros never fail to make me smile. That Aurora backdrop looks so good too!!

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Goblin Cave Crafting! Yeah, I mean, one can stand on the side an "opionate" or one can get into the game and try. Failure is never trying, not to try and not succeed. That's learning, right? 👍💙💛💙

[@DJHansYolo]

Amazing.

[@DevsDice]

Glad you think so Joe Hans! Thanks! 👍😊

[@LochlannForde]

Will you paint a balor? Also you are a professional and better than any other mini channel i have seen.

[@DevsDice]

Thanks again LochlannForde! 👍😅

[@Nyo_Fight]

More more more!

[@DevsDice]

Hahahaha! More painting miniatures or more...what? 👍🤣

[@Nyo_Fight]

@@DevsDice Painting miniatures! I saw that you are not so confident in this area but I think you did a great job

[@DungeonMasterpiece]

Great intro 😂

[@DevsDice]

Hahahaha! Thank you Sir! Believe me it was a bit of dramatized reality! 👍🤣

[@jhall1980]

Bob Ross!!

[@DevsDice]

The king! 👍😁

[@roedyhellyeah]

It looks great! Is a big miniature easier than a small one?

[@DevsDice]

Thanks Ruud! Yeah so it is easier to add more details I would say! At least for an old man like me! 👍🤣

[@junkers4561]

And this man was afraid of a large miniature? You're obviously talented.

[@DevsDice]

Hahahaha! Thank you Junker S! 👍😅

[@The_Goofy_Studio]

This turned out so damn nice, well done!! ☺️ What size do you think is the most fun to paint, 75 or "normal"?

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Ms Ednell! 👍😊 That's a great question... I think from an artistic point of view, the 75 mm just gave me more to work with and in some ways was more liberating. Normal miniatures will though have more exposure for me since I like to play tabletop games! 👍🤣

[@The_Goofy_Studio]

@@DevsDice Aaaah, that is a very good point! Glad you showed this journey though! =)

[@AceMcTomb]

Really awesome use of lighting. - What material have you used for the backdrop?

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much! Plasticard! 👍🙂

[@timothykittelstad]

“Pretty average painter” my butt…this is incredibly done!

[@DevsDice]

Hahahaha! Well I am humble and I try my best! Thank you so much! Glad you like it! 👍😊

[@gornser]

🦑

[@DevsDice]

Thank you so much Günter Henning Wilde! 👍😂

[@TobiasM2022]

Hello Leif. I'm new on your Patreon How do I access your Discord ?

[@DevsDice]

Hi Tobias! I am fairly certain that this is fixed now? If not, then check your mails for a link! 👍😁

[@squigdaddy]

Average!? Newsflash, brother you lvld up from average a while ago. The first troll might quilify as average. This is well above said group. But that is the reson i like your chanel. Your painting journey. I will never be as good as sam lenz, tovarion (aint no body got time for that) so i get more inspired by your videos, since ive seen your progression as a model painter. Så har jag krånglat till det tillräckligt nu? As allway awsome work

[@DevsDice]

Hahahaha! Thank you Big Daddy! My nature is to be humble but ambitious, not sure if it's a Swedish thing or? 👍😂

[@elyknavillus777]

Those flash transitions during the reveal was a real terrible choice.

[@DevsDice]

Thanks for sharing your opinion Sir Sodium! 👍😂