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Miniature Painting Workshop for Beginners – Art Academy Direct
Miniature Painting Workshop for Beginners

Miniature Painting Workshop for Beginners

Art Academy Mosta & Zurrieq

Regular price €80.00 Sale

Are you ready to bring tiny worlds to life with vibrant colours and intricate details? Our Miniature Painting Workshop is designed to ignite your passion for this unique art form. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this workshop is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the fascinating craft of miniature painting.

Led by the experienced artist Manolo Dingli, you’ll discover the joy of transforming a plain mini-bust into stunning piece of art.

What You’ll Learn

  • Introduction to essential tools, brushes and paints.
  • Foundational brush techniques for precision and control.
  • Understanding basic colour theory and creating harmonious palettes.
  • Layering and basic blending for more realistic textures and depths.
  • Adding highlights and shadows to enhance details.
  • Advanced techniques: dry brushing, glazing, and edge highlights.
  • Creative touches like weathering, battle damage effects and metallics.
  • Preserving your artwork: varnishing and protecting your miniature.

The session will include hands-on practice, step-by-step guidance, and personal feedback to ensure you gain practical skills and confidence in your craft. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have completed a stunning miniature ready for display.

  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Requirements: 16+ welcome
  • What’s Included: All materials and tools, including the resin bust, will be provided by Art Academy for use during the workshop.