Painting Wargaming Figures: WWII in the Desert

Andy Singleton has been modelling and painting most of his life and has written a book on how to paint figures for the North African campaigns in WWII. The book covers British, Italian, German, and US troops, as well as tips on assembly and painting camouflage uniforms. It is designed for wargaming purposes and provides practical advice that is applicable to painting units or whole armies in a reasonable time frame.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 224 pages
\n Publication date: 07 May 2019
\n Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
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Andy Singleton has been immersed in the world of modeling and painting for most of his life, and has recently taken on the role of a professional commission figure painter. In this comprehensive guide, he shares his invaluable experience and tips of the trade with collectors who are passionate about recreating figures from the North African campaigns of World War II. The book is organized into four main sections, each dedicated to British, Italian, German, and US troops. Additionally, there are valuable tips on assembling and painting camouflage uniforms, catering to various levels of expertise.

The book is designed to be accessible to readers of all skill levels, with each section divided into three complexity levels: conscript, regular, and elite. This allows beginners to build their skills gradually as they gain confidence and experience. The emphasis is on achieving realistic and practical results that can be applied to painting units or entire armies for wargaming purposes within a reasonable timeframe. While the majority of the figures showcased in the numerous illustrations are sized at 28mm or 20mm, the techniques described are easily adaptable to smaller sizes, encompassing both plastic and metal figures.

Andy's clear and concise guidance takes the reader step by step through the entire painting process, from initial preparation and assembly to finishing and basing. He provides detailed explanations of techniques, tools, and materials, ensuring that readers have a solid foundation to work from. Whether you are a seasoned hobbyist or a newcomer to the world of figure painting, this book will be an invaluable resource for achieving stunning results and bringing your wargaming models to life.

\n Weight: 558g\n
Dimension: 246 x 166 x 11 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781526716316\n \n