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Should I invest in washes as a beginner? (self.minipainting)

submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by Homo_Stupidus to c/[email protected]

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So I'm getting ready to dive into the world of finally painting my Star Wars Legion minis. I'm planning on getting an Army Painter speedpaint 2.0 set to start. Should I also buy the wash set? I'm not sure if it would improve my results as a beginner, though I imagine I will want them if I keep up with painting. I'm intending to start by getting this Army Painter's stuff:

Speedpaint most wanted 2.0 set

Most wanted brush set

Matte white primer

Matte varnish

Project paint Station

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[–] pwnieb0y 4 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

I wouldn't, unless you have the money.

I'm pretty new to mini painting as well, and using speedpaint 2.0. They all look pretty good without wash. I did use a homemade wash on one of them and yes it made a positive difference but I'd recommend making sure you like the hobby before investing more than you need to.

[–] Homo_Stupidus 3 points 1 year ago

Maybe I will just buy the black quickwash only. Thanks for the input.