Top Paints Every Beginner Should Own

Starting miniature painting? These are some of the most useful paints every beginner should have in their collection.

You don’t need hundreds of colours to get started. A few solid basics can paint almost any miniature.

Essential Paint Colours

• Black
• White
• Silver
• Gold
• Red
• Blue
• Brown
• Green

Washes Make Everything Better

One of the easiest ways to improve your miniatures is using washes like:

• Nuln Oil
• Agrax Earthshade

These help add shadows and detail instantly.

Start Small

Don’t buy loads of paints straight away. Start with a few colours that match your chosen army and build your collection over time.