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

[@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!!

[@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?

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@D4rK3sTsH4d0W]

7:27 Thanks for the shout out

[@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.

[@jmalkvideos]

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

[@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.

[@isisnmagic1812]

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

[@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!

[@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! 😂

[@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.

[@RobDastardly]

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

[@shishi17]

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

[@talonblack8250]

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

[@Sudo_Nimh]

OH MY GOD. ARGUS IS SO FLOPPY

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@bartendergaming6115]

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

[@thomasp1489]

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

[@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.

[@wastedart1794]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@davecolwell725]

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

[@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.

[@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 🖤💙🖤💙

[@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!)

[@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!

[@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.

[@jfdagenais1519]

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

[@konkoly5183]

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

[@Sprite8822]

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

[@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.

[@markkuhn1297]

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

[@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!

[@12rednas]

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

[@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

[@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

[@Gunnlaugr11]

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

[@figothikos1]

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

[@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!

[@Pers0n97]

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

[@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

[@FercPolo]

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

[@mikeg9516]

Nice, I am hopeful to learn this

[@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. 👏

[@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!

[@cwj138]

17:49 space elf is blushing

[@thebigkingshow2983]

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

[@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 !

[@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.

[@dennisfoulds3941]

Thanks Jon, love the Puppy.

[@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.

[@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.

[@eliasfallapp5790]

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

[@eldarplayer9929]

Beautiful job, looks great.

[@Styckcl]

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

[@TheStarbase01]

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

[@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.

[@KabinMiniatures]

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

[@mikusheep]

My main killteam is deathwatch so that 30 second nmm black guide was unexpected but very welcome

[@Mark-nh2hs]

That is true about NMM - it looks bad to start with until you step back and you can see the effect - up close a bit hit and miss lol.

[@018music018]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@Tzolar]

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

[@alfredjodokusquack3437]

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

[@harrymanback3475]

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

[@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.

[@aaronhoes]

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

[@FruitNinjaXD]

Thanks for giving me enough confidence to try NMM, I am one of those who quit through the middle because I think it looks bad, but not this time!

[@familieversteegh1712]

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

[@davidnorth6670]

Beautiful guide, I'm surely gonna apply some of this to painting my grey knights. I'm barely even a newb. I've painted some ok looking army men and one decent painboy. Also Iggy Spellscale is a cool patron name.

[@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

[@cliffwood7386]

Very nice video. I've tried NMM weapons before to middling effect, but have so far been too chicken to try armor. This style would look really nice on a mini from my backlog, so I think I'll have to give it a go!

[@chester1882]

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

[@j453]

I'm subscribed. I have the bell pushed. I watched the whole vid and I know how long it took you to paint it. Cute puppy. I enjoy your vids. You and Scott should do more collabs, just don't let him scream about painting more minis. The mini looks great, the gold reads as nmm. The silver... not so much. It looks like a nice grey. Awesome vid thank you.

[@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!

[@rafaelguasco]

Nicely done dude! 🤩🤩🙌🙌 thanks for all your advices! ✌✌

[@alexanderthomson6966]

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

[@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!

[@aarongray7966]

Great video as always, hopefully I can make NMM work. I'll get there eventually. Argus is an adorable pup! Look forward to running into you again in another abyssal dungeon, in that game that shall not be named (until they sponsor you!)

[@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.

[@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!