Welcome to another Monster Fight Club Beginner Paint Guide!

This guide is designed to help hobbyists achieve a color scheme similar to the one shown on our studio-painted miniature. Rather than focusing on advanced painting techniques, this guide is intended as a simple, approachable color reference that will help you get great-looking results on the tabletop.

We aren't professional painters, just passionate hobbyists who love miniatures, gaming, and sharing what we've learned along the way. Feel free to follow this guide step-by-step, use it as a jumping off point for your own creativity, or put your own unique spin on the model.

Remember, there’s no wrong way to paint your miniatures! The goal is to have fun, learn something new, and create something you're excited to put on the table.

If you paint your own version, we'd love to see it! Be sure to tag Monster Fight Club on social media and share your finished miniature with us.

We can't wait to see what you create!

Before you start:

• Keep your brush moist, not soaked. A slightly damp brush helps paint flow smoothly and prevents paint from drying on the bristles.
• Thin your paints when needed. Two thin coats almost always look better than one thick coat.
• Let each layer dry completely before applying washes or painting neighboring details.
• Don't overload your brush. Using less paint gives you more control and helps avoid accidentally covering nearby details.
• Start with the largest areas first. It's much easier to paint small details after the main colors have been applied.
• Mistakes happen! If paint ends up where it shouldn't, simply let it dry and paint over it with the correct color.
• Rotate the miniature, not your hand. Turning the model can make difficult angles much easier to reach.
• Don't stress about perfection. Most miniatures are viewed from tabletop distance, where clean colors and strong contrast matter more than tiny details.
• Most importantly, have fun! Every miniature you paint helps build your skills and confidence as a hobbyist.

Dorio – Beginner Paint Guide

Difficulty Level : Easy

Quick Color Reference

Step 1: Prime the Model

Prime the miniature and allow it to dry completely before painting.

If you are following this along at one of our Paint and Takes this step is already done for you! Thank you for participating!

Step 2: Paint the Skin

Mix 1:1 Boone Tan and Dorado Skin and apply to all exposed skin.

Once dry, apply a coat of Soft Tone Wash over the skin to add depth and definition.

Using the skin mix, lightly dip the tip of your brush into Agent Orange and apply to the lips for a subtle color variation.

Step 3: Paint the Hair and Eyebrows

Basecoat the hair and eyebrows with Pale Rider.

Step 4: Paint the Jacket and Armor

Paint the following areas with Ultimate Cup of Coffee:

• Main jacket body
• Leg armor
• Gun bases

Paint the jacket banding and trim with Purple Rain.

Paint the jacket lapels and pants with Purple People Eater.

Paint the jacket buttons with Daemonic Yellow.

Step 5: Paint the Jacket High Beams

Paint the glowing high-beam lights on the jacket using Pale Blue Eyes.

A second thin coat may be needed for a brighter glow effect.

Step 6: Paint the Weapons

Basecoat the entire weapon with Ultimate Cup of Coffee.

Left Side Highlights

Mix 1:1 Agent Orange and Ultimate Cup of Coffee and apply to the highlighted panels on the left side of the weapon.

Right Side Highlights

Paint the highlighted sections on the right side of the weapon with Purple People Eater.

Step 7: Final Touches

Inspect the model for any areas that need cleanup and touch up any stray paint.

Once everything is dry, your Dorio miniature is ready to hit the streets of Night City!

Special Thanks to Our Paint & Take Sponsors

A huge thank you to our incredible Paint & Take sponsors for helping make these hobby experiences possible!

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