Prepping, Priming, and Patience | G&S Painters Guild | Season 1, Episode 1

[@Drakefance5]

Finally someone with roughly the same amount of experience with painting minis as me doing a tutorial series. Might be my gateway drug.

[@Deelusi]

Will: *praising Matt* Matt: *shaking his head to disagree*

[@tatefranklin4761]

Poor sweet boy

[@jackdavis98]

He’s not praising him-he’s just DESCRIBING him 😂😅

[@shawnmulberry774]

Matt is probably thinking about Gary Gygax not himself. Matt definitely deserves praise for being so excellent in the modern era. It was nice just seeing them paint minis and be chill

[@babybop114]

A wild deelusi! I love your work

[@Hughmanx]

I would add one thing before priming, wash the model in soap and warm water (but NOT too hot). There is a lubricant added to the molds to help release the model when it is finished which if it is not removed from the surface of the mini will cause issues when you are applying thinner coats with weird pooling of the paint.

[@logansullins4545]

I know im so very, VERY late to this party, but this comment saved my bacon. I just started painting my first mini, and I could actually feel some sort of residue coming off as I washed it! Thank you from a fellow Critter, some 3+ years later 😂

[@rockgoblin6977]

I adore how humble Matt is about being genuinely one of the best people in the world

[@demisketch1840]

I Know right

[@AshleyTheSwift]

I mean 'one of the best people in the world' is a bit much. He is great, but come on.

[@godemperor9537]

​@@AshleyTheSwift Just your opinion.

[@AshleyTheSwift]

@@godemperor9537 - Thanks for the insightful input

[@snaffu1]

Liam Neeson's Niece's Son's Knees these days? Yeah by “one of” I’ll put him in the top 5% of people in the world. No one’s perfect and no one ever will be, you’re right, but Matt’s a pretty decent bar for being good peoples goals.

[@riseofsock]

love matts face when he is getting so highly praised is just like... *noooooooo*

[@AstrumG2V]

That eternal "ohgodohgodohgodohgod...."

[@pixelmaster98]

It's high nooooooooo

[@howardjones1388]

He even came out before and said he has some regret at his level of DMing because people ruin their campaigns trying to be like him.

[@Jaijaibinkx]

I think that this is more of a manifestation of his impostor syndrome tbh

[@sofialaya596]

as an illustrator, it's dificult to deal with that without feeling like a narcicist or something, I find dificult to know when I'm being too humble or too vain. I can't imagine how unconfortable he might feel with that level of talent and fame. It hits me hard when I see him like that

[@kevinmossate]

Matt is basically the Keanu Reeves of D&D. Also, all praise Shub-Niggurath.

[@wolvo5441]

Aiat!

[@trentl3492]

For those who prime and are wanting to rush to painting ASAP, a cheap hair dryer running on a low setting works. The spray box I used to use had a hole cut in it so I could insert the hair dryer, let gravity hold it and just let it cycle on low. Fantastic if you are trying to speed paint an army to test.

[@PileOBonez]

I personally use a technique for priming where I first prime the whole mini with black, then after that has dried I apply grey under an angle of about 45 degrees, followed by just a tuft of white from above for the highlights. That way, when you apply colors to it, there will already be some depth to the mini :)

[@canadiangoof-ball7552]

Cool idea .I'll have to try it

[@bomberman7269]

This is called zenithal highlighting and is a great way to establish where your shadows on the model are, it can be done effectively with either an airbrush or spray paint. As you advance in your painting it can even be used to impact your color scheme with thinner paints and the like (glazes, shades/washes, inks). This is a great video for where to start and avoid getting overwhelmed.

[@MrSJPowell]

Zenithal priming is a cool method. You have to work with really thin colors to get a lot out of it, otherwise you cover everything up, but it's a good way to inform your highlights even then.

[@bryansmith844]

The discussion about playing music to match the feel of the piece is IMPORTANT! You end up making that association in your head so when the figure hits the board, you can immediately recall the feeling you had when painting it.

[@MaZEEZaM]

Personally I disagree, this video is for people to learn from the perspective of an absolute beginner and music would only serve as a distraction for our brain and reduce the ability to learn.

[@ErinBookNut]

I'm more of an audiobook listener while I paint. Usually a nice fantasy or sci fi novel.

[@matthewbrown2928]

Will, when he was on Cory meets world, had the ultimate 90's hair. I was so obsessed with his hair.

[@yidca5080]

i'm a simple man. I see Matt Mercer, i click

[@undrill5985]

Ive seen this comment before. Hmm

[@HikariTheGardevoir]

@Bolek Lolek as a woman I wouldn't just click, I would buy said feminine hygiene products

[@YouSunkMyFishy]

I'm a simple man. I see Will Friedle, i click

[@Roaming_Octopus]

@@undrill5985 confusion

[@Thornspyre81]

:sigh: does every type of KZbin video I like have those annoying comments that are repeat every video??!!!

[@lennartbauer9418]

Damn, apart from Matt Mercer being entertaining again, this video (series) is super helpful. The total beginners perspective from Will and the "stupid" questions that literally every beginner would ask are helpful. Because most of the guys on YT just give tutorials made from their perspective that assume a certain knowledge (like what detail brushes are or what primer is etc.). Love this!

[@fatesrequiem]

Watching Will go through my journey in model painting is pretty entertaining. Including the lack of patience!

[@dagoelius]

As a kid I used to get picked on (or a beatdown sometimes) for tabletop gaming & miniature painting- now its ubercool to be into it. How times have changed.

[@Nothingineternity]

"If it's a dry day, it could be ready in 5 minutes" *cries in Floridian*

[@lauravturner]

Britain. In Winter.

[@KuroRiot]

@@lauravturner Exactly My Thought

[@doblelicious6659]

Tucson, AZ. It's 110 degrees f with 3% humidity. *Laughs at you all in Tucsonian*

[@matthewguilbert2104]

I love it when you live in Texas and it’s unbearably hot yet constantly raining in Houston.

[@MrKago1]

come on out to CA. not only will the dry ass air ready up your paint, the blistering sun will bake it on and the fires will double the speed. its 3 for the price of 1. just watch where you step if you go to LA or SF.

[@SergeCruso]

I want to say thankyou for this light hearty introduction to painting, I picked the hobby up during Covid and haven't stopped yet!

[@kempyboi123]

Seeing Will put his finger directly infront the scalpel at 3:50 - 55 made me genuinely concerned :')

[@Gauldame]

The modern rogue injury clock was very jealous.

[@aidencaterwall9146]

I literally started yelling at the screen. It was terrifying.

[@peterk7931]

I too just interrupted people working to yell at my computer.

[@MrSJPowell]

Eh, respect the blade, know what will cause it to cut you, and then if you accidentally cut yourself own it, and don't do that thing again. Not putting your finger on the edge is a good start, but this isn't a light saber, it doesn't cut on contact.

[@MrSJPowell]

After re-watching that bit, yeah hacking towards your finger like that, was a bit risky. If you feel you need to stabilize the blade, you can rest your finger on the edge so long as you don't move your finger along the edge. Move that finger lengthwise along the edge, and it will get cut.

[@UCVoltageNumber3]

Matt, I know you know. I'm just another fan to say, you are the best DM out there and most famous for it. And I believe you are just one of us, another nerd, geek, socially awkward person and in my opinion, is why we love you so much

[@chastermief839]

this is pretty cool to see after watching the first episode of Mini Primetime with Sal Ryjell

[@dford4014]

Greatest? Maybe. Frickin' amazing, most assuredly! A shining example of humanity and humility, and a most excellent representative of the game, for sure!

[@blazinlatino89]

Yaaasss! Finally its on youtube

[@johnmccustion7649]

Right?!

[@tardwrangler]

Did you really just say "yas" unironically?

[@blazinlatino89]

@@tardwrangler yas

[@tardwrangler]

@@blazinlatino89 nay just nay

[@Plokia66]

Man, I just want to hug Matt so badly. He's precious.

[@Shrinekeeper1]

If it has Matt Mercer in it, I'm going to watch. This guy just seems so Zen and is so easy to just listen to.

[@hail2tfreeman]

If they released the old talks machina on youtube, they'd get a heck of a lot of views

[@LisaAnne1998]

They did kzbin.info/aero/PL7atuZxmT954R5TjnUcGSHDhUJuvytmtD

[@mrkhan]

I really want these.

[@usernamemisplaced]

They just did!

[@hplexicon]

here you go critrole.com/filter/talks-machina/

[@dubbingsync]

Well I’m losing my night to some of this playlist tonight.

[@teejaykaye]

Very first minis I ever painted were 3 mushroom men for a DND oneshot I was supposed to run for my household that ended up never happening. I'm quite proud of how they turned out, but I'm sure there's a lot I don't know about minis that I can glean from this show. Also the natural charisma of Matt Mercer and Will Friedle in one place is irresistible.

[@JayMiller0710]

I work in liquid injection molding, and hearing Mercer talk about flash is so awesome.

[@Nat20han]

ive been painting mini's for years and still cut myself on blades sometimes lol. at 3:50 im like "ok here we go" lol

[@danielabrown1783]

I have been looking for a good KZbinr to teach me how to paint, and these guys are good so far. I am just a kid trying to learn and I don't want to hear rude language or bad words every other 10 seconds. Thank you for considering that may be kids that want to learn.

[@blindkimberly1360]

You got the Matthew giggle straight off! Kudos! I’m loving this video! Tyvm.

[@Cavalakz]

Great basic tutorial. I would say to wash the miniatures with dish soap, warm water and a toothbrush before priming. I generally do it after I clean up the mould lines because I handle it a lot but I'm sure it would be ok cleaning it first if you don't handle it too much. Which brings me to my next point. I would suggest mounting the figure using poster putty or something similiar on top of a pill bottle or anything else that you can hold comfortably. It allows for a more stable hold on the miniature and means you don't handle it as much. You won't get finger oil all over the model and you won't accidentally smear or rub any paint off in the process.

[@itsnarthus]

I can't begin to express how happy this makes me.

[@samuelsanfratello4617]

You guys make a great hobby even better! I've listened to lots of Matt's D&D audios while painting my miniatures. Love how intense he can get!

[@pieman1227]

13:00 Like Matt said, it depends on the specific material whether or not you should prime before painting. From personal experience, don’t prime Bones miniatures or the Nolzur’s/Deep Cuts minis. The former get very sticky and tacky when primed (even after painting), and the latter come pre-primed in package.

[@WilliamFellars]

ShastaGecko I made the mistake of priming my first few Bones minis as well and, you guessed it, they were quite tacky. Horrible painting too. 😂

[@philiphamel8504]

I've kept my first mini I've painted. (Granted I've only been doing this for a couple of years now.) I haven't updated him so I can see how far I've come in my craft of mini painting. Thank you for this series cause I never even considered removing the flashing and mold lines.

[@Woldenburg]

I like Will doing this. It made it more organic and more approachable

[@seanklingle139]

I'm building more along the lines of model kits, but these are great tips for any painting, and can give me insight for ideas I think. Plus seeing Will in the screenshot was an instant click being a huge fan

[@skyhymitch]

I had no idea Matt was a painter! Truly a man of many talents.

[@peterhillman4900]

Matt you inspired me to DM, since I've found and been listening to the adventures vox machina up to episode 82. This has helped cheer me up after escaping an abusive relationship late last year, which I thank you and all team for. Now I find out you have a skaven army first model thanquol and menoth army and you enjoy sharing your hobby, clearly you also a brother from another mother. May the horned rat smile. Upon you and everything you do yes yes!

[@robertpedersen7253]

If you don't want to use an exacto knife with the resins/plastic models there are tools that are basically a just a Flat metal plate connected to a handle (Citadel Mold line remover is the one you'll find in a GW store) these are good for kids or if you feel nervous around a sharp hobby knife.

[@gamersresidence6040]

Yes... This will do nicely for the covid season. Setting the groundwork for our first campaign now. Thank all of you for the motivation and inspiration!!!

[@Jeffs40K]

1 Clean Mold Lines, 2 Wash Model, they can have Mold release and Oils still on them that will cause paint to not stick well, Bubble up or not dry correct, 3 Do any Converting you want & Filling, 4 then Prime. ... Note Use Acrylic (water based) paints and clean brushes with soap and water, make sure to rince all soap out.

[@TotemoGaijin]

Do they usually just go straight to washing after removing the lines? I do gunpla, and it's usually advised to very lightly sand the parts down to give the primer more tooth. Or would that be too hard on something small and detailed like miniatures?

[@Zindoriffic]

I was buying lots of paint the other day to paint my entire collection of figures from Mansions of madness 2nd edition... I am SO happy I stumbled over this, reccognized that figure right away!

[@aarons.5217]

I am so glad they finally put this on youtube! I love both Will Friedle and Matt Mercer. They are awesome and i need help learning to paint my minis!

[@Argonaut310]

So happy to see this has made its way on to KZbin. Finally can indulge and watch!

[@jacobtrost5048]

Something about Matt Mercer, Mr. D&D extraordinaire, mentioning that he played Warhammer Fantasy and wanted to paint is own Skaven army, gives me Avenger's-level crossover vibes.

[@paulf462]

For sure the best DM of all time. Also funny enough I listen to Matt DM while I paint. Currently Vox Machina

[@DameDallas]

I'm so happy this is on YT now. Two of my favorite people!

[@yellaturd]

Just a little tip for anybody that might care. Hobby knives are basically always going to be dangerous and I hated using them so I found an alternative that I find much easier for the majority of tasks. I got a small set of metal files and a fine grit sanding sponge. Removing excess sprue parts and anything larger than a mold line is really simple with a file. Probably for the best to wear a mask rather than breathe in plastic particles though. This tip is mostly for lengthy modelling jobs like warhammer and gundam.

[@rickbotic6063]

This is the show that got me into painting minis. Such a great way to relax when stressed out. Currently painting my Kingdom Death minis.

[@oribennett6520]

I'm sooooo happy that this is on KZbin now!!!

[@Giggetty]

Amazing, thank you for moving this onto KZbin. You are making a lot of minis happy.

[@jocksmachina7759]

I paid for this show on Alpha. So glad its finally on youtube! Hopefully it will get the love it deserves!

[@JEDonnert]

At Hobby Lobby our individual model paints cost $1.79 each, I believe. (My be a few cents off.) And every other week our art brushes go half off so you can get a whole nice set for $3-$5 depending on how many you want. We also have sets of model paints that you can use the 40% coupon on, that makes them fairly cheap. I love our arts and hobby departments.

[@Hydrosam]

15:38 It was great to hear a little Mcree come out in this video! :D

[@johnnymcfalls1812]

FEENAY!

[@kylacabral]

FINALLY!!! So glad I can finally watch this!!!

[@hollowvoices1268]

*Matt takes in the sight of the 'craftsmanship', and slowly looks up with an apologetic smile* "I'm sorry, I can't help you."

[@kparish05]

He plays Warmachine too! YAY! I can see Marisha playing Cryx.

[@mmjjmm333]

Didn't notice it was Corey's brother from boy meets works till half way into the video. Good to see he's still doing fun stuff

[@DurdleDers]

this killed me lol

[@jasonwhite4228]

I knew it was Eric Matthews from the still of the video...it's been like 5 years since I last watched it too...

[@Primal2229]

Well, its about time this came to youtube; funny enough a week after Critical Role split from G&S. I have a feeling that Talks Machina will be changed from unlisted to public very soon. Critical Role, their primary cash cow has left, so they need to do something to try and keep people subbed here. Painters guild is enough for me to resub... I was free dammit!

[@tylerdreary523]

Shade project alpha is being shut down, so they're probably moving some of there shows before then

[@silverdragon122]

@@tylerdreary523 I'm not familiar with what's going down. Why has Critical Role left G&S?

[@MrSJPowell]

Note! Using the edge of the blade like this has a chance to damage the mini itself. Unless you're going for bulk removal, either use the edge, or (even better) use the non beveled part of the back of the blade to scrape at the mold lines to peel them off. If you use the back of the knife remember that you're now pointing the sharp part towards you, and respect the edge of of the blade. Mini painting is better with paint blood, rather than real human blood, so be careful. This isn't a lightsaber, so it doesn't cut on contact, but it is very sharp, so it will cut you if you're careless.

[@mriepi]

This is also canon for me :) I miss this so much. 4 sided dive should air more often!

[@ashdoubleelol]

Thank you so much for putting this up on KZbin!

[@sollarezzz3714]

This is a perfect little how to do for beginners!!!

[@hf5335]

Right as I'm getting into terrain building and model painting, too!

[@ScarletSky155]

"Mercer! Mer-Mer-Meeeerrrcer! MERCER!" - what I wish Will Friedle had said

[@AssassinLupus7]

Now I'm already disappointed because I know there will be no Mercer adaptation of the Feeny Call.

[@lynnskelton7971]

Forgot one of the most important steps...washing and scrubbing the mini prior to priming. Removed any releasing agents or other material that may keep the primer and paint from adhering as well to the mini. Another step is to stick the mini to a holder (i.e. a pill bottle, a small sturdy box for larger minis, or a holder designed for painting minis) so you don’t have to hold painted areas or get as much paint on your hands.

[@1217BC]

Hmm... Critical role officially leaves G&S, and they start releasing Painters Guild to KZbin. Coincidence?

[@rianl5065]

I felt this...

[@dubbingsync]

Well they’ve kept my subscription for a few weeks at least.

[@tylerdreary523]

1217 BC I'm not saying that's not the reason, but also project alpha is being shut down.

[@juandavidruizserna]

Hi, great series, was looking for instruction on starting my model painting as i recently got a 3d printer did not know how to start the painting process, i am not starting with minis, but somewhere down the line will paint the minis i have and print new ones, really thankful for the step by step process of painting, will look for the rest of the series and hope to continue seeing guides like this one, Greeting from Colombia in latin america

[@thomasjackson1738]

Been painting for a while now and would suggest new painters use a base. No need to go buy a special base (although they do make them), just take an old medicine bottle, fill with something heavy (I used sand) and then some Museum Putty so they base sticks to the top. I like being able to paint the entire mini while keeping my hands clean and getting to all strange areas.

[@duncanbradley4015]

Paused critical role to watch this, whilst painting Rising Sun minis! Awesome stuff! Thanks Will & Matthew :-)

[@jenspunga2834]

Wooo finnaly! I wonder how often these will come out, they've got quite a back log so I hope quite quickly

[@ztublackstaff]

Awesome show, looking forward to more episodes

[@pandymandy]

THEY ARE FINALLY UPLOADING THEM!

[@Gauldame]

That first mini... Nailed it.

[@Kevin-ez5zu]

Great choice with having Matt as the first guest. I see Matt in a thumbnail and I watch.

[@guilmon182]

I was JUST thinking of rewatching these on Alpha!

[@exile3897]

I have been waiting for this to be on KZbin forever.

[@mansad143]

I appreciate this series. Thank you

[@VillainousVillainessViridi]

Matt played Skaven!?!?! I thought I couldn't have more respect and adoration for this man, but I was wrong.

[@jeffreymoffitt4070]

Matt looked at that guy like he was an idiot when he said matt was the greatest dm ever. At least he's humble lmao

[@legin777]

How I wish that I had found this sooner. I spent so much time with trial and error to find out some of these tricks.

[@HEAVYISPY]

Here to learn some basics to start painting Warhammer 40k minis, thanks!

[@Zawfee]

Finally ... I've been waiting to watch this show!

[@stratossotarts1468]

Who recognizes this precious "Dark Young" from Overlord Season 3? Those cute little Baby Goats :D

[@vsriotact]

It took me a while to recognize will, never realized the guy who yelled feeny also voiced a Batman from my childhood.

[@cheesedanishable]

Damn, Matt's legit, he knows his stuff

[@artiegatsby4879]

Well helloooooo, Mister Matthews! 😍😍 Will looks great! And I'm super excited for this series!

[@ShabririChirugh]

I do the same thing as Matt when it comes to the "creation" of my models,I "infuse" my minis with the energies of whatever song I find fitting ! Edit: As master Duncan says,two thin coats!

[@gornser]

Awesome show, Mr. Friedle! Hyped to watch your new one. ^^

[@blairbird8022]

Finished is the best kind of painted.

[@Meronivel]

Yes! Been wanting to watch this so bad! So happy it is here on youtube now.

[@redfox8078]

Godly music comes on when they introduce Matt

[@gygaxthecat2448]

As I'm painting Keshaw. Wow, surreal.

[@dr3dg352]

I listened to U2 when I painted my first mini, a Battle Sister from 40k.

[@polarskystudio]

Man I love these two, can’t wait for more

[@mariannemcilrath3767]

Thank you, it was very informative. this is my first try.

[@Griffolion0]

I'm about to get started prepping and priming some 40K minis so this is great.

[@jessicalee333]

On that final line, they should have shown his old mini again. They also left out a step that might not be necessary for a board game mini, but can be useful with a plastic or metal mini straight out of the package - wash the mini with a little soap and water and let it dry fully before priming. Minis fresh out of molds MIGHT have a slight film of mold-release still on them which prevented them sticking to the mold (which can also be a problem for paint sticking to the model), and everything can seem fine until very late in the process little spots of paint can just flake and fall right off of them. It's hard to recreate all your little undertones and shading and whatnot after a little paint has flaked off. Speaking from experience. It's not a 100% necessary step, but it's never a bad idea.

[@DaPsychocat]

WAIT YOU PUT IT ON KZbin ? OH MY WORD THANK YOU SO MUCH