GIMNIR'S BRUSH

Volkmar the Grim with his war gear leading the troops Greetings, fellow enthusiasts and miniature aficionados! Today, I have a tale to share with you, featuring the legendary Volkmar the Grim mounted on a war altar of Sigmar.    Let me begin by saying that Volkmar the Grim is not your average guy, he is the embodiment of faith, a man who swore to vanquish chaos in all its forms. And as for the miniature itself? It is a behemoth that would give any civil engineer nightmares! Sigmar griffon defying the rules of gravity on the altar's roof There is an overwhelming amount of intricate details adorning this monstrosity. Shields, swords, knives, parchments, and yes, you guessed it, an impressive surplus of skulls. Amount of detail in just one wheel (only shows one side) Now, you may be wondering how I ended up with such a magnificent treasure. Well, dear readers, it all started with a bet with a dear friend, as many memorable stories do-If I lost the bet then I would paint Volkmar...

      Hey there, fellow Warhammer enthusiasts!    Welcome back to the wild world of my Warhammer Fantasy Orcs and Goblins army. Today, I'm thrilled to tell you about the journey behind my latest update to the Goblin Diaries .    So, rewind the clock—23 years ago, to be exact. I stumbled upon some vintage Night Goblins sculpted by the masterminds Brian Nelson and Aly Morrison for Warhammer Fantasy Battles 6 th  Edition in the year 2000.    Despite the lack of fine detail, these little guys oozed personality, especially  their mischievous faces. And thus, the inspiration for my latest project was born!   The mission? Transform these night gobl ins into a unit that's downright unique. I've always admired armies with a touch of whimsy and a dash of silly, and who better to embrace that spirit than our beloved night goblins?   As chronicled in the " Goblin Diaries " , I crafted a narrative for the army that involved the night ...

Greetings, fellow painters!   Finished some time ago for a generous patron, this piece holds a special place in my heart, and today, I'm thrilled to share the story behind it. The journey began when the patron approached me with a desire for a miniature that could capture the magical essence of high elves. Intrigued and eager for a creative challenge, I accepted the task. What made this project even more enchanting was the patron's willingness to grant me almost total freedom in the creative process. Collaborating with someone who not only trusted my skills but also allowed our visions to seamlessly blend was a breath of fresh air. The result? Well, judge for yourself as you continue reading. Some of the Artwork sent by the client as a reference (Artist unknown) When the proposed miniature turned out to be the Elven Prince on Lion by Last Sword Miniatures, my miniature-loving heart skipped a beat.   The resin print from Last Sword Miniatures was excellent Now, let's address...

Greetings! Today, I'm thrilled to share with you a quick tutorial on how to paint yellow.  Now, before we dive into in, let me throw in a quick disclaimer – there are numerous ways to achieve a yellow hue, and what I'm about to reveal is just one of the many chromatic variations out there. But hey, if you're a fan of the yellow on my Warhammer Night Goblin Banner, then buckle up because here comes the methodology!   MATERIALS    Let's start by gathering our artistic arsenal:   - Citadel Chaos Black primer - Liquitex Titanium White acrylic ink - Vallejo Bright Orange 70.851 - Vallejo Deep Yellow 70.915 - Vallejo Ice Yellow 70.858 - Vallejo Gold Brown 70.877 - Citadel Gore-Grunta Contrast - Golden Artist Colours Titanium White   For the application process, you'll need some additional materials (check out my essential materials blog post for more info if you need to), assuming you've already got them handy.   8 EASY STEPS TO PAINTING YELLOW   Step 1...

Night goblins with moderation issues The Night Goblins, known for their mischievous ways, wasted no time in ransacking the town's supply of beer and wine.   Amidst the chaos, an unexpected turn unfolded. A Night Goblin, notorious for his flatulent prowess, found himself appointed as the group's musician. With each cheeky fart, his flatulence served as an oddly satisfying musical backdrop to the raid.   Our inspired farting music to the left Meanwhile, the perpetually frustrated group boss struggled to impose any semblance of order. Goblins guzzled beer straight from casks, danced in wild abandon, and stumbled upon a particularly potent weed that turned their mischief into fits of giggles. As expected, a drinking competition ensued, goblins collapsing in a chaotic contest of resilience and inebriation. Booze for everybody! The night became a canvas of disorder, painted by the broken Spearz tribe with the echoes of flatulence and childish giggles. Zenres, once a tranquil haven, ...

Reflecting on 2023:  Games Workshop, despite the rather clumsy conclusion of the Old World during the End Times, officially rekindled its support of the game, reigniting the passion of both seasoned veterans like me and newcomers eager to delve into the rich lore of the classic Warhammer fantasy battles. This resurgence bodes well for all enthusiasts, promising exciting times ahead. I particularly love the Warhammer Reforged initiative and won’t be rushing back to whatever Games Workshop does-I will keep a very close eye on them, but it is thanks to people like 9 th  age or Reforged   ( Facebook Group ) that Warhammer Fantasy has been kept alive since they blew up the world in 2014. Therefore, I am keeping my options open!     2023 achievements At the outset of 2023, I set my sights on expanding my Orcs and Goblin army.  While a unit of Night Goblins and an Orc Warboss mounted on a Wyvern joined the ranks (coming soon to the Goblin Diaries) , the planned u...