Non Metallic Metal for Dummies (like me)

[@Thornspyre81]

The moment you slapped the first bit off paint on it looked like metal to me lol.

[@demnwarrior7]

i've watched a lot of NMM tutorials, and yet this is the first that really made me understand it, so thank you.

[@lazykid0904]

Agreed I've been trying for months and first attempt after watching this video I got a really good result

[@Silvertaurus_]

I tell you a secret guys: Most of you already did a lot of NMM without knowing it. Edge Highlight actually is baby first NMM. NMM as we know it is just moving it to bigger scale surfaces which are not as sharp so this "edge highlight" is wider and needs more detail.

[@EntropicEcho]

That actually makes a lot of sense. :)

[@jackheath2594]

Mind blown!

[@jack0lantern03]

Huh. Thanks for that observation. Gotta improve my edge highlighting first though...

[@JeffDJackson]

Is it a secret, or is that literally in the video at the end?

[@gdonaldson26]

When you had the steel done, I was impressed, that looks good. But then you added the bounce reflections... yup, it suddenly became much more 'real' and believable as steel! superb.

[@SkeletonBill]

Jon I just want to say that you have some of the best painting videos out there, no cap. Your teaching style is so concise and easy to follow, I really think you've hit the gold standard for this sort of thing. Not trying to blow smoke up your ass here, simply want you to know that the effort you put into your videos is really appreciated. Keep it up, dawg.

[@slinkomucho]

By far the best short and to the point tutorial on non metallic metal i have ever viewed. Usually i try, and suck. Then my head hurts, i smash something and just use metallic paint and move on. I finally get it now, i gotta finish it regardless of how garbage it looks. THANK YOU!

[@thurkelofwarwick926]

Desaturating the highlight is exactly what I was missing and ended up with blue armour!! You sir have earnt my sub!!

[@Wolfie21384]

Got drawn in for the NMM... Stayed for the hope of seeing Argus again. He's so adorable! Also, I think I'm now ready to try NMM for the first time... Maybe.

[@mcspiffington]

I dunno. 1 or 2 more tutorials and i might try... Maybe.

[@josephk8859]

This has been the best intro to NMM I've seen so far: Great pacing, great explanations and presentation *and* you divided it into sections! Thank you so much, I'm so glad I found your channel! (subscribed)!

[@jakeveryard1775]

I've watched so many videos on NMM and this is the first one that actually explained what was being done and made me feel like I understood what was happening. Tried my first NMM off the back of this, and I'm really happy with the result! Great video, and definitely one I'll recommend when people talk to me about NMM. Well-earned subscription, and now I'll be poring through your videos to see if there's other techniques that I don't feel I understand yet!

[@jackflaps4252]

Awesome video dude, been wanting to try NMN for a bit now, this is a really good guide

[@D4rK3sTsH4d0W]

7:27 Thanks for the shout out

[@Born_Stellar]

best NMM guide out there, and I've watched em all at this point. Youi pointed out some things I was doing wrong and also pointed out something no one else has mentioned, colour reflections from the base.

[@steveharrison76]

The idea of NMM painting has always terrified me, like directional lighting. I’ve… tried it before but I… well, if I’m honest I can’t say that I messed it up; I actually think it was more that I chickened out at the last moment and abandoned it before I really gave it a fair crack. This is awesome, mate. It’s nice, clear-cut information laid out in a really straightforward way, which is what you need from a video like this.

[@danmclean7375]

8:15 lol I think we got called out!! I have that same struggle too!! Don't give up!!! 🤏🧐👍

[@steveharrison76]

@@danmclean7375 yeah, reckon we did, mate! 😂

[@talonblack8250]

Ive knoticed all the technics that mini painters are using nowadays are the same technics I learned in art school in the 90ds

[@bahmanzaker5961]

I am subscribed from the day I saw your first video my dude...I fall in love with your content. Keep it rolling my friend.

[@sblomkamp]

I've been painting for a few years, but only recently really tried to actively improve. Im about to try my first NMM, and this video is easily the best I've come across on the subject. Thank you for making it seem approachable! What an absolutely inspiring talent you have. I'm stoked to try this out

[@RobDastardly]

This is the best tutorial I’ve seen yet, and I’ve been through a lot lol. Subbed for more, instant fan.

[@Sudo_Nimh]

OH MY GOD. ARGUS IS SO FLOPPY

[@99zellner]

Good point about those midtones (or lack of midtones). Been something I've been working on and to have it clearly articulated is spot on.

[@isilgathiel]

This was the first time I watched one of your videos. Not only are your explanations crystal clear but I love your humor. Liked and subscribed

[@Ninjon]

Thank you Marc!

[@juliehamel8330]

You have the magic power to make any technique approachable and fun, even the most intimidating. You don't make it too complicated but you do push your viewer just out of their confort zone. Also puppy 🖤💙🖤💙

[@jmalkvideos]

Love this, everything came together like magic as those last reflections went on 😄

[@figothikos1]

this was a very nice and simple tutorial, looking forward to testing it out

[@Wijkert]

1:55 air is coming back from the front causing bubbles to form in the cup. Usually this is because the needle is not seated correctly. Can also be caused by a nozzle that is leaking air, because the seal is damaged. There are more causes, but have encountered these two the most.

[@jacobmurphy3045]

I'm pretty sure I have seen every nmm video made. This made more sense to me and I think I have better grasp on nmm than ever before. Ninjon ish GOAT!

[@Eviscerator18]

That's amazing. Lately I've been really trying to follow your advice about paying attention to where your brush strokes end, and it's helped me allot. Thank you for being a pillar of this community.

[@sulmenite6938]

Great step by step and the words of encouragement along the way are fantastic at making people feel like they can and will nail it. What an asset to this community.

[@VolkerBruhn]

Thanks a lot for sharing ... Fun Fact: Reflections of metals are always tinted in the colour of the metal and do not inherit the colour of the reflected object. Still the Bump reflections really add to the miniature.

[@prg212]

This video is GOLD, normally all the NMM tutorials only produce a sensation like "Oh my God this will be impossible" and this is not the situation here. I only need to say thank you for this amazing video

[@gillesbecker4977]

Many tutorials on nmm, but this one is the only one that didn't scared me... So i tried, and it works!!! Thanks Jon!

[@thomasp1489]

Fantastic video, the best and most interesting one on nmm I’ve seen by a long way. Thanks so much!

[@isisnmagic1812]

Thank you for this video, loads of tips and advice I never knew great job on the mini.

[@devorer77]

Thank you! Really love this video. I've just finished my mini. It sucks. But it my sucks. My next one is going to be a little bit better. Don't give up - love this pice of advice. Thank you for your passion.

[@12rednas]

This is by far the best NMM i've seen thanks mate :D

[@workaccount3872]

the Army Painter Speedpaint grey in the starter set creates a pretty convincing NMM look if you're looking for a dark steel. Used it on the weapons for my poxwalkers_over white zenithal) and was really surprised at how convincing it looked.

[@Yaarrr]

This is the video I needed. Tried NMM a few times already but never been confident about light placement and glazing. Time to try again

[@cwj138]

17:49 space elf is blushing

[@AsgardsChamp]

Great video! I made my first attempt at nnm last week and this has given me some awesome tips I’ll take into my next try. Thank you sir!

[@bartendergaming6115]

Thank you ninjon, useful tips and very clear, plus a ton of inspiration

[@davecolwell725]

Another really interesting video, it seems like we paint quite s also super interesting to see where we diverge. Keep ‘em coming.

[@hitloloops]

So, i gave this method a whirl, never been particular good at silver NMM- gold has always been easier for me to think through and do. 9 years later this has finally gotten it down for me, thanks dude keep up the good work.

[@jfdagenais1519]

Thanks to making us cool tutorial! Loving it and easy to follow

[@FercPolo]

Love to see the Monument Hobbies stuff all over. Great paintjob.

[@karlmoore1837]

Thanks for this video, I'm going to try it on my Necron overlord. A lot of NMM tutorial videos focus on models that have large surface area, hopefully yours will do the job - restart number 2 is go.

[@synstaur5986]

Love the puppers. Awesome. I have just started getting back into the hobby, Painting Mini's not War-hammer, and I have been watching your play lists back to back. Great work sir thank you for the effort you put into them. Haven't seen it yet but do you by chance have one on Air Brush usage

[@konkoly5183]

That looks really great. Thanks for the guide, Jon.

[@thebogart1988]

The comment about hurting your soul got me to subscribe finally. Love the content every time you post my man, keep up the great camera work.

[@NnyNZ]

I'm totally a giant sponge for this kind of stuff ... also PUPPY Coffee... this video has everything

[@shishi17]

I started my first full nmm painting. This video is very helpful for me. Thank you

[@MaskedRiderChris]

I've tried NMM and totally botched it, but this is giving me an idea of where I messed up in the past. You're making this look easier than other painters I've seen tackle this style before, and that's helping a lot. You explain it clearly and that's a huge help!

[@wastedart1794]

Really like observing your painting while i work on my own army ^^

[@markkuhn1297]

So awesome! My Pro Acryl paint sets from Monument are out for delivery even as I type this. Keep the videos coming, Ninjon!

[@TheStarbase01]

I'm subscribed and I'm loving every minute you post every time keep up the great work!

[@JDRusso]

I have been drawing with pencils only since I’ve been very young (I’m 13 now) and drawing metallics has become very easy for me. Knowledge in drawing grey and white on metallics at an angle is a very good way to understand basic 3d metal. Angle is key, and a light source needs to be identified

[@thebigkingshow2983]

I have to say, I think I really am finally understanding NMM. You taught it beautifully bro. Thank you!

[@almost_zab]

Oh very, very nice style, you could even go back in with black and add some cartoony or comic style hatching to make it look more illustrated.

[@alfredjodokusquack3437]

BRUH! I never wanted to admit it, but you are really killing it!

[@coreyreedy6832]

Going to take me six then. Only have a few minis under my belt. Have a Din Djarin mini I want to do NMM and this gives me some confidence.

[@alexanderthomson6966]

Hands down the most accessible NMM video I've seen. Thank you

[@Gogking1414]

Yet another subject I have been scared of that you broke down into bite sized and understandable chunks. Super excited to give it a shot

[@Sprite8822]

Really good guide. Thank you. I'm going to give it a go

[@arron.barnett]

I think the section on bounce reflections was exactly the bit I needed reminding on! I think I've already got the right idea when it comes to highlighting the right places, even if it isn't the neatest, but it still feels flat. Watching that final step on yours seems like it fixes the exact problem I've been having.

[@mikeg9516]

Nice, I am hopeful to learn this

[@tedasaurusrex4402]

Thanks Jon. I've always adored your and miniacs Artstyle, with the large amount of nmm, and the huge blends. This guide is gonna be great. And I think ill paint my Nachmund box the same.

[@mkro3919]

Awesome video tutorial on NMM. Thanks Ninjon. I have really not been interested in the process at all before this video. Now - because of this video, Im gonna give it a try!(Those poor Space elves!)

[@lovemysi07]

First, let me say I'm one of your loyal subscribers. Suck it, non-subs! Second, this video is amazing. I've watched so many NMM videos that don't describe or push the viewer to just...fake it til you make it. This was a good recognition of that "crappy phase" of the paint job and how to keep going. I'm ready to give it a shot! I'll call you out when i get one done.

[@Pers0n97]

A truly amazing job. That forward knee-pad is just mesmerizing.

[@evilgogol]

Awesome video! First i want to thank you for all the details and information contained in your video. Second i ordered a Sam Lenz set of brush on Monument using your discount code for 10%. I hope it helps you in a small way since you helped me in a big way! Continue the great job!

[@018music018]

Awesome video, stripped down to the basics is the way to go

[@obvie6036]

"You and me... had such wonderful times... when I'm all by myself!" -Green Day- Good stuff. I'm curious if this approach would work for dark gemstones like Obsidian, Black Onyx, Black Pearl. Perhaps changing the strength of the "shine" on the latter for a more satin effect. Seems to be working for a polished version but, when attempting a more natural "jagged" cut look comes out like cockadoodie. Would love your thoughts. Cheers!

[@eatem1978]

I’ve only tried nmm on swords and it never looks like metal, it always end up as a “magical” weapon instead. But this got my hopes up, will definitely try again. Thanks for another awesome tutorial.

[@Rahnt]

Fantastic video! I've been putting off painting certain minis of mine as I was intimidated by NMM and didn't want to just use regular metallic paints. Watching this though you break it down into really easy steps and I'm going to give it a go!

[@nessus47]

Beautiful work man. I admit I have been watching several of your great videos and this one earned you my subsciption. Thank you for being awesome and sharing your vast knowledge on how to improve one's painting skills, this is so very useful.

[@Styckcl]

Ok, i have to try this. Awesome tutorial. Thank you

[@dennisfoulds3941]

Thanks Jon, love the Puppy.

[@ThijsSchrijnemakers]

what a great result, thanks for the tips! been thinking about some NMM gold on a lizardmen stegadon, your video came about right on time

[@aaronhoes]

This video inspired me to finally try NMM for the first time. Thanks Jon!

[@Tzolar]

Such a big fan! i hope you have a wonderfull weekend!

[@familieversteegh1712]

Thank you for making this kind of instructional videos. These really help and motivate to do something I’m hesitant to even try.

[@PatrickKennanator]

Excellent explainer. Looking forward to trying this when my void scars show up

[@gooner6446]

Thanks for another awesome video mate. I dont get a lot of spare time for painting with two young kids. You inspire me to make time! Thank you. 👏

[@KabinMiniatures]

Awesome guide, NMM scares a lot of people, myself included. I'm curious to try now, though!

[@Gunnlaugr11]

Love that Jon uses his redgrass games brush for mixing, literally the only thing it's good for.

[@johannesrehn6494]

Alright I'm giving it a go, never really fancied NMM, but now I do. I used to throw streaking grime and weather everything into oblivion and it gets kind of old quick

[@ZombieApocalypse09]

This is an awesome NMM guide. Definitely want to try out the techniques here. "It will make you look like you know what you're doing even if you don't... because I sure as hell don't" Pffft yes you do. Maybe you just don't know that you know what you're doing. Thanks for the video!

[@C1redgun]

The traffic cone orange comment is 100% a shot a Vincy V’s eldar from last week lol. I love seeing the friendly rivalry poke through

[@Tylaxxo]

When he added the red oxide beneath the eyes I couldn't stop seeing it as if it were blushing XD hahaa LOVE IT!

[@eliasfallapp5790]

Great great work! If I am out of hospital I'll try this on some of my miniatures!

[@plaidpvcpipe3792]

This has convinced me that NMM can look really good! I've always felt like it was a "one angle" paintjob, but seeing this model, it seems like that isn't true. I might have to try this!

[@danmclean7375]

3rd!? Earliest I've ever been. Working on an invader ATV and trying to avoid leaning on metallics. You couldn't have timed this better sir. Thank you. *Edit- Holy Crap 'Gus is gettin BIG!

[@eldarplayer9929]

Beautiful job, looks great.

[@TheBuskingRyan]

That's going to look great on my Mandalorians ! Thank's for the video ! Great one as always ! Also, the way you painted that elf(?) almost makes me want to play warhammer !

[@harrymanback3475]

Nice to see a mini painting channel that still paints minis 😆👍 nice job!

[@chester1882]

Wow that metallic gold looks really great! Glad you definitely showed us that step :p

[@squallluis03]

“You’ll think you’re not doing it right” OOOOF ME GOING BACK TO METALLIC PAINTS EVERY TIME.

[@johnli9150]

8:20 you can even say NMM never looks good - up close. NMM looks amazing from a bit of a distance and at a particular angle.

[@jnh1]

This one was one of those click or lightbulb moments for me. I am absolutely going to try this on a model sometime soon.

[@TheShelbyTheShelby]

Another nice video - I'm always a fan of the way you explain things. One small note, though, the first time you show the crosshatching on the fabric, it's a bit headache inducing with the paintbrush and model seemingly shaking and being sped up.

[@shankley_has_a_brush]

I just revisited this video and I think you've helped me lean towards painting my warcrow warband in nmm. This way, if it sucks, I can just blame you and never practice a new technique again. Just kidding. Great video. Excited to try it out.