March 2020: Hobby Productivity Blog #4

At the time of writing we’re in the beginning of what is likely to be a long lockdown here in Scotland.

As Nurgle’s rot sweeps the planet, we’re being asked to stay at home to assist in the control of the disease, and avoid putting too much strain on the Imperial Medics.

Hobbyists can play a small role here by locking themselves in isolation, and working through their piles of unpainted minis.

Over the past month I’ve finally been able to finish my regiment of GW skeletons. They were enjoyable to paint, but – as is the case with most units – I’m glad to be done with them. It’ll be good to move on and try something completely different.

I’ve called this unit Isaac Bonefingers’ Skeleton Guard. Isaac himself is a plague apothecary from Warmonger Miniatures. His “assistant” is an old GW metal ghoul.

I made the movement tray myself. Here’s how.

The skeletons were fun and interesting to build. As is the case with GW minis, they’re incredibly detailed and well made.

I’m still learning the ropes with my painting. I used Citadel contrast paints on the bones of the skeletons, and the remainder was done with my “minimum effective painting” technique of drybrushing over a black undercoat.

I do want to try and be more adventurous though. I’d like to test myself and learn some new skills. I decided my next project will be to work through an eclectic pile of miniatures I own.

Some here are quite old and were found in the attic. There’s also a couple of beautiful Oathsworn pieces which look like they’ll be a lot of fun to paint up. A good opportunity to have a proper play with the Citadel contrast range.

So that should keep me busy for the next month as we ride out the pandemic. I also have some new board games to play with the wife and I’ll be doing reviews of those in the very near future too.

What have you been up to yourself recently, hobbywise? What are your plans for the coming month? Give me a shout on Twitter and let me know.

Stay safe, stay responsible, and use this time productively!