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Tag: Painting

GeekDad Daily Deal: Nix Mini Color Sensor

October 9, 2017Darren Blankenship

Get that color right with the Nix Mini Color Sensor: 30% off!

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Rancor monster

Introducing a Star Wars Painting Master: GeekDad Interviews Sorastro

May 25, 2017Robin Brooks5

Sorastro’s videos are the benchmark in paint tutorials, clear, well edited and extremely helpful. I’ve used his tips and techniques, for IA, Batman, and Warhammer. Now he tells us how it’s done.

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ATST from Imperial Assault

Why GeekDad Paints! ‘Star Wars: Imperial Assault’

May 25, 2017Robin Brooks

Why painting ‘Imperial Assault’ miniatures is enriched by and enriches the greatest film saga ever created.

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Reaper Bones Pile of Miniatures

GeekDad Paints… Piles of Bones, Literally

April 28, 2017April 13, 2020Ryan Hiller6

Follow me as I attempt to paint all of my Reaper Bones and learn some new painting techniques as I go.

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Make a Lightsaber Painting With Your Preschool Padawans

November 1, 2016Kelly Knox

Your kids can create their own Star Wars paintings unlike any other, with just watercolors, a straw, and this fun technique!

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Stormtroopers

Different Strokes: Another GeekDad Paints!

May 27, 2016Robin Brooks

Inspired by earlier episodes in the GeekDad Paints! series, I’ve broken out my brushes and rediscovered my passion for averagely competent miniature painting.

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Five painted Memoir '44 miniatures with dry brushing completed.

GeekDad Paints! ‘Memoir ‘44 Equipment Pack’

May 24, 2016Michael LeSauvage2

In this GeekDad Paints I begin upgrading the ‘Equipment Pack’ minis to show off their excellent molds with some color.

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Imperial Assault Vader

GeekDad Paints! ‘Imperial Assault’ Part 8: Darth Vader

April 21, 2016January 15, 2018Anthony Karcz3

This week on GeekDad Paints, I tackle the Dark Lord of the Sith in homage to my recent run through Walt Disney World!

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Imperial Assault Probe Droids Finished

GeekDad Paints! ‘Imperial Assault’ Part 7: Probe Droids

April 4, 2016January 15, 2018Anthony Karcz

This week on GeekDad Paints! I show you how a base primer and little bit of metallic paint can transform the Probe Droids from ‘Imperial Assault.’

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Imperial Assault Stormtroopers

GeekDad Paints! ‘Imperial Assault’ Part 6: Stormtroopers

March 24, 2016January 15, 2018Anthony Karcz3

It’s time to tackle the worst shots in the universe! That’s right, this week I’m painting ‘Imperial Assault’s monochromatic Stormtroopers!

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Imperial Assault Heroes Featured

GeekDad Paints! ‘Imperial Assault’ Part 5 – Rebel Heroes

March 13, 2016January 15, 2018Anthony Karcz4

It’s time to paint the Rebel Heroes for ‘Imperial Assault!’ What happens when you throw a soldier, a commander, and a Jedi in a vat of goo? Read on to find out.

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Imperial Assault E-Web Engineer

GeekDad Paints! ‘Imperial Assault’ Part 4 – E-Web Engineers

March 7, 2016January 15, 2018Anthony Karcz

This week on GeekDad Paints! I tackle the E-Web Engineers from ‘Imperial Assault.’ Also, finally something else from Combatzone Scenery other than crates!

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Carson Optical Pro Series MagniVisor

GeekDad Paints! Carson Optical MagniVisor… I Can See Again!

March 7, 2016March 19, 2018Ryan Hiller

The Carson Optical Pro Series MagniVisor head-worn magnifier is simply an excellent and easy-to-use accessory for any type of detail work.

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War Games Supply Brings You Monthly Wargaming Goodness

March 3, 2016Anthony Karcz1

War Games Supply aims to satisfy wargamers and miniature painters with a monthly subscription box tailored to their unique needs. Find out if it’s worth the cost of the subscription!

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GeekDad Paints! ‘Imperial Assault’ Part 3 – Rebel Troopers

February 29, 2016January 15, 2018Anthony Karcz1

It’s time to start painting good guys in this week’s GeekDad Paints! as I take on the Rebel Troopers from ‘Imperial Assault.’

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Bones III Kickstarter

Kickstarter Alert: I’m Covered in Bones!

July 9, 2015March 20, 2018Ryan Hiller2

Reaper Miniatures has launched its Bones III Kickstarter. This is yet another opportunity from Reaper to acquire hundreds of quality, unpainted miniatures on the cheap.

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Create Masterpieces With Draw Paint Print Like the Great Artists

August 20, 2014Jenny Bristol

Learn to create art in the styles of many famous artists, learn basic art creation methods, and find your own artistic voice.

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3 Toddler-Friendly Art Hacks

April 21, 2014Lisa Tate2

Out of art supplies? Try these three quick tips for keeping busy hands and minds active.

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Paint a Steampunk Driveway

August 1, 2013Rebecca Angel3

If you have a few days without rain, lots of paint, and some imagination, you can paint your driveway and make it very obvious how geeky your family is!

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Stylus Review Times 2: Adonit Jot Pro and Nomad Brush FLeX

January 7, 2013Brad Moon

Tired of smudging and prints all over the shiny glass of your tablet’s display? Looking for something a little more realistic than your finger for writing, drawing or painting? Here are two good stylus choices for your iPad or other …

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Creating a Digital Art Gallery

April 30, 2012Nathan Barry

Kids seem to have an endless supply of creativity. Drawing, painting, writing, building, colouring, storytelling – anything can spark it off and it can lead to hours of fun. And stacks and stacks of art of all forms decorating your …

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Balancing Board Games and Babies, Part II

August 26, 2011December 13, 2017Admin

My Pokemon mentor once said to me, “The family that games together, stays together.” He couldn’t be more correct. A few weeks ago I shared with you how my husband and I balance being parents and gamers. My husband and I …

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Balancing Board Games and Babies Part II

August 26, 2011Cathé Post6

My Pokemon mentor once said to me, “The family that games together, stays together.” He couldn’t be more correct. A few weeks ago I shared with you how my husband and I balance being parents and gamers. My husband and I encourage our kids to play games as well. It doesn’t matter if it’s a […]

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Backyard Watercolors Anytime Activity

June 24, 2011Admin

At heart, I’m really kind of a lazy mother. If I have to go to a lot of trouble to set up a fun activity, I’m apt to find a million excuses for putting it off until tomorrow. But that …

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Backyard Watercolors Anytime Activity

June 24, 2011Melissa Wiley8

At heart, I’m really kind of a lazy mother. If I have to go to a lot of trouble to set up a fun activity, I’m apt to find a million excuses for putting it off until tomorrow. But that tendency conflicts with my desire to be a mom who says yes, a mom who […]

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Create Masterpieces With Pastiche

May 17, 2011April 17, 2020Jonathan H. Liu

Overview: Should board games be considered art? I don’t know that all of them should, but Pastiche, a recent board game from Gryphon Games, certainly makes a good case for it. The game features 34 famous (and not-so-famous) masterpieces, and …

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Seeing Things in Person: More HD Than HD

November 12, 2010Admin

I’ve heard that a picture is worth a thousand words, but being there is worth so many more, maybe a jillion or so. Last month I visited the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. I’m not a fan of modern …

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