How to Paint: Basics of Weathering Effects

I'm thrilled to share with you the debut installment of my new series on weathering techniques. In this tutorial, I'll be explaining step-by-step how I create realistic effects on miniatures. This method is versatile enough to be used on both large model like terrain or vehicles, as well as smaller minis. Moreover, this is an excellent way to improve your painting skills and get a better understanding of the fundamentals.

This guide has been designed as an introduction for those who are new to weathering techniques. We'll explore how to use acrylic fluids, oil paints, and pigment powders to create a well-used appearance that adds a ton of character and depth to your work. Starting from priming and undercoating through chipping and streaking, I'll break down my process so that you can achieve a similar result to the one shown below.