Listening To Paint Dry with Mike and Dan

We made it and just in time. Today Mike and Dan talk about 1888 London and the Jack the Ripper murders and how this type of atomosphere can translate to miniature painting. We also delve into miniatures and board games based on Jack the Ripper and other mythos out there. If you would be so kind, please spread the word about our show. We appreciate anything you can do. Follow us on Instragram and F...

We're back and actually on time. This week we have a fantastic interview with Jay and Nick from Eons of Battle. We appreciate that they share their hobby journey with us and the amazing content that they produce. Check out and subscribe to the Eons of Battle YouTube channel. You can also find them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at Eons of Battle. Watching their videos will certainly help you...

This week Mike and Dan just catch up on things since it's been a while since they recorded. They talk about the world of COVID (of course, who doesn't these day), what they're working on and what they have thrown money at recently. We also have an interview with incredible artist Cathy Wappel. Thank you so much to Cathy for sharing part of her hobby journey with us. You can follow her on Instagram...

This week we have a shorter episode while we wait for Dan to get his act together and record. A couple of important announcements: 1. The Nova Open Charitable Foundation raffles are live! Help out a good cause and try to keep the NOVA Open alive by going to www.novaopenfoundation.org and buying some rafffle tickets. 2. One of our friends has opened up a brick and mortar gaming store in Manasass, V...

This week we just have some programing notes: First, we are going to try and get back to an hour an episode. Second, our new production schedule will be every other Friday. We are also asking our listerners if they would mind helping us get the word out about the podcast. Word of mouth is really the only way we advertise so anything our amazing friends can do would be appreciated. The main part of...

This week Mike and Dan chat about how things have been going during the pandemic and what life is like as things start to open up. We also have a remarkable interview with Kenny Boucher of Next Level painting. You can follow him on Instragram and Facebook at Next Level Painting and The Long War. You can also support him on Patreon and get access to over a thousand videos. Watch him live on Twitch...

This week Mike and Dan talk about some of the colors out there that people find difficult to paint (red, yellow, black and white.) We also have a fantastic interview with Matt DiPietro of Contrast Miniatures. Check out his jaw dropping skills at www.contrastminiatures.com . You can also follow him on Facebook at Contrast Miniatures and/or Instagram at MattDiPietro Art. He also has videos available...

We're back and yes, we're a little late. Please accept our apologizes as technology and quick sand prevented a timely release of this episode. On a technical note: Yes, that is Mike pouring himself a soda and his wife on a conference call during the interview. It's a brave new world and finding a quiet place to conduct an interview with house full of people and a couple of large dogs has become ne...

Recently Mike had the opportunity to talk with John McAvoy from Mini Master Werks about his painting journey and his upcoming Kickstarter campaign for the Studio X Carrying Case which launches May 1, 2020. Thanks to John for taking time out of his crazy schedule. Follow him on Facebook and Instagram at Mini Master Werks. You can sign up for more information about the upcoming campaign at www.minim...

This week we talk about teaching newcomers and children the art and hobby of miniature painting. We have an incredible interview with Joe White of Smooth Blend Studio. You can find him on Facebook and Instagram at Smooth Blend Studio. Thank you to Joe for his time and sharing his story. Next time we'll have a conversation with John McAvoy of Master Mini Werk to talk about the hobby and their Studi...

We hope all our listeners out there in the hobby world are safe and healthy. Today Mike dives into the world of AK Interactive's new 3rd Generation Acrylic Paints. Please note: this is a paint brush only review. We will talk about how they airbrush in a later episode. Special thanks to Mike's youngest for doing the intro. We'll be back next week with an interview with Joe White from Smoothblend St...

This week Dan and Mike put to rest the Great Brush Debate! Who will win? Raphael, Windsor Newtons, Rosemary and Co or maybe there's a new company or two that might have something to say about which brush is best. We also speak with Jason Craze of Slow Fuses Gaming and Monument Hobbies to talk about his hobby journey and he also gives us an incredible education about paint brushes. You can follow h...

Today we have a special episode for our listeners. Adepticon may have been canceled but that doesn't mean you have to miss out on the fun. The incredible Lyn Stahl of Metalhead Minis joins us for a quick conversation about Adeptican't 2020. Check out the events page, vendor hall, and live stream schedule on Facebook at Adepticant 2020. You can also check out Metalhead Minis at https://www.metalhea...

This week Mike and Dan explore the world of social media and the impacts of the corona virus on the miniature painting community. We have an excellent interview with Dave Taylor, one of the admins of what may very well be the largest painting community on Facebook called 'Eavier Metal. They've even got their own merch. You can reach us at listeningtopaintdry@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram and...

This week Mike's painting journey takes a turn down the road of Gundams. This is part 1 of a miniseries and is all about what a Gundam is and the building process. Join us as we keep moving towards being Better, Braver, and Happier by trying something new. We'll be back next week with a full epsiode. Please subscribe, follow, or like us where you get your podcasts. You can also follow us on Instag...

This week we get right down to business. We have an interview with the one and only Sam Lenz. We are so appreciative that he took the time to share some of his painting journey with us. Follow him on Facebook at The Fantasy Art of Sam Lenz and on Instagram at samsonomas. Catch his live Twitch streams Tuesday through Thursday, 2 PM to 5 PM Central Time. Check out his upcoming class schedule and oth...

Sorry we're late! Life sometimes gets in the way of podcasting. This week Mike and Dan both went to the Richmond International Plastic Modelers Society's Old Dominion Open. We had a great time but Dan made Mike do the review on his own. We will be back next week with an interview with the one and only Sam Lenz. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at Listening To Paint Dry.

In this week's installment we discuss the challenges that painters and gamers face as well as have an incredible conversation with award winning and freelance artist Michael Proctor of Clever Crow Studios. Thank you so much Michael for sharing your journey and inight with us. Follow him on both Instagram and Facebook at Clever Crow Studios. We'll be back next week with a review of the Richmond IPM...

Today I review the Young Miniatures RAF Bomber Command WWII Bust that I received from my lovely wife for Christmas this past year. It's an incredible and challenging piece that I look forward to painting. You can find their models here: http://www.young-miniatures.com/English/News-English.htm . We will be back next Tuesday with an interview with Michael Proctor of Clever Crow Studios. You won't wa...

This week we have a very special interview. We met in blending class taught by CK Studios 4 years ago. It's our pleasure and privilege to get to talk to Caleb and Kat and get to know more about CK Studios. Follow the on Facebook and Instagram at CKStudios. Their website is https://ckstudios.bigcartel.com/ We will be back Thursday with a review of Young Miniature's RAF WWII Pilot and next Tuesday w...

This week we talk about what has changed in the hobby over the course of the past 20 plus years. We also have an excellent interview with none other than Uncle Atom from Tabletop Minions. You can find him on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook at Tabletop Minions. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at Listening To Paint Dry. We would love to hear from you so send us an email at listeningtopaintdry@gm...

In our first unsolicited review we take a look at an 80mm resin model from Golem Miniatures Les Muses line. If you're looking to become a better, braver, and happier painter by practicing painting skin tones then this may be the model for you. You can find out more about the model at www.golem-miniatures.com. We'll be back next week with another full episode. Visit us on Instagram at Listeningtopa...

This week we discuss the show's motto of becoming a Better, Braver, and Happier Painter. We'll talk about some new things going on in the world of miniature painting and we have an excellent interview with a wonderful artist, excellent teacher, and all around amazing person Shoshie Bauer of Shoshie's Magnificent Minis. Follow her on Facebook at Shoshie's Magnificent Minis, or on Instagram and Twit...