Hobby Tuesday at The Hidden Lair – Painting, Building, and Bonding

🎨 Hobby Tuesday at The Hidden Lair – Painting, Building, and Bonding

Every Tuesday, The Hidden Lair transforms into a creative hub where hobbyists gather for one shared goal: bringing their miniatures to life. From seasoned painters refining details to newcomers learning how to assemble their first Space Marine, Hobby Tuesday is all about community, creativity, and camaraderie.

This week’s session was packed with projects — from precision paintwork on Primaris Marines to assembling massive vehicles like a Stormraven Gunship. Tables were covered with bits boxes, paint pots, glue, and inspiration. Whether you were focused on Warhammer 40k, Age of Sigmar, or other tabletop miniatures, there was a project (and a story) at every seat.

🛠️ Hobby Tips from This Week

1. Use a Wet Palette for Smoother Blends
Keeping your acrylic paints moist helps maintain consistency and extends working time — especially great for those multi-layer armor fades.

2. Test Fit Before You Glue
Before committing with super glue, dry fit your parts. This helps avoid misalignment and keeps your builds clean and accurate.

3. Organize Bits in Zip Bags
Keep your sprue leftovers sorted by faction or model type using small bags or a bits box. It makes kitbashing easier and cleanup faster.

4. Magnetizing Large Models
Thinking of transport and customization? Magnetize arms, turrets, or even wings on larger kits like flyers or tanks. Bring flexibility to your builds!

5. Keep Brushes Sharp
After painting, rinse thoroughly and store with the tip pointed down or flat. A clean brush lasts longer and makes details easier.

Whether you're perfecting edge highlights or just figuring out how to hold a detail brush, Hobby Tuesday welcomes everyone. Bring a project, grab a drink, and hang out with fellow enthusiasts who love the hobby as much as you do.

🧙♂️ See you next Tuesday at The Hidden Lair — where every mini has a story, and every brush stroke brings it to life.