CONTRAST: GUILLIMAN FLESH (18ML)

Tutorial: Contrast Paints

Citadel Contrast Paints are designed to simplify the painting process by allowing you to base, shade, and highlight your miniatures all with one application. These paints are ideal for achieving stunning results with minimal effort, making them a fantastic choice for both beginners and experienced painters.

Key Features:

• All-in-One Application: Contrast Paints perform three roles in one step. They basecoat, shade, and highlight your miniatures with a single coat, saving you time and effort. The formula is designed to flow into recesses, creating natural shadowing while leaving the raised areas with a lighter tone.
• Water-Based Formula: These paints are easy to clean and work with, offering flexibility for different techniques. You can dilute the paints with water to adjust the consistency, making them ideal for various effects.
• Pot Size: Each pot contains 18ml of paint, providing enough coverage for many miniatures, depending on the size.

How to Use Contrast Paints:

1. Prime Your Model:

   • Start by priming your miniature with a light-colored primer. White or light grey is typically the best option because it enhances the contrast effect. Darker primers can make it harder for the paint to show its full potential.

2. Shake the Paint:

   • Before using, shake the paint thoroughly to ensure the pigment is evenly mixed. This will help the paint apply more consistently.

3. Apply the Paint:

   • Use a large, soft brush to apply a generous amount of Contrast Paint to your model.
   • Apply the paint in a single, smooth layer. The pigment will settle in the recesses, creating shading, while the raised surfaces will be left lighter.
   • Be sure to cover the entire surface to achieve an even finish. For areas you want to emphasize, you can apply a second coat or a bit more paint.

4. Let It Dry:

   • Allow the Contrast Paint to dry completely. As it dries, it will settle into the recessed areas, giving your model a natural-looking shadow, while highlighting the raised areas.
   • Drying usually takes about 30 minutes to an hour, depending on humidity and the thickness of the paint.

5. Optional Sealing:

   • Once the paint is dry, you can apply a varnish to seal your miniature and protect the paint job. You can use a matte or glossy varnish depending on your desired finish.

Tips for Best Results:

• Thin Application: Apply the paint in thin layers. If you apply too much, the paint may pool in places where you don’t want it, so it’s better to apply multiple thin layers for control.
• Multiple Layers for Depth: For areas you want more depth or a richer shade, you can apply multiple layers of Contrast Paint. Let each layer dry fully before applying the next.
• Experiment with Colours: Different Contrast Paint colours will behave differently, so try experimenting to see which work best for your desired effect.

Advantages of Using Contrast Paints:

• Quick and Easy: You can complete a miniature much faster compared to traditional painting techniques, especially for basecoats, shading, and highlighting.
• Vibrant Colours: The high pigment content ensures that your miniatures will stand out with vivid, eye-catching colours.
• Perfect for Beginners: Contrast Paints are beginner-friendly, as they allow you to get great results with minimal experience or effort.

Conclusion:

Citadel Contrast Paints are a fast and efficient way to achieve high-quality results on your miniatures. Whether you're just starting out or looking to speed up your painting process, these paints can help you create beautifully detailed models with ease. Simply apply, let dry, and you’ll have a stunning miniature ready for battle!