Fire & Flame Effects | Trench Crusade Artillery Witch | Grimdark OSL Speed Painting | No Airbrush

In this video, I demonstrate how to paint realistic fire and flame effects on miniatures, using a Trench Crusade Artillery Witch as the example. I also show you how to achieve striking object source lighting (OSL) from the flames—all without the need for an airbrush! This technique is quick, accessible, and perfect for painters of all skill levels. Whether you’re working on Trench Crusade models, Warhammer miniatures like the Warhammer 40K Chaos Cultists, or any other fantasy and sci-fi figures, these methods are versatile and easy to apply. Throughout the tutorial, I cover essential techniques including layering, glazing, edge highlighting, and using special effects to create convincing, dynamic flames and glowing light effects that will make your miniatures stand out on the tabletop.

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Paints Used in the Video:
Vallejo Model Color - White
Vallejo Model Color - Black
Citadel Contrast - Mephiston Red
Citadel Contrast - Iyanden Yellow

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