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If you have been paying attention to the facebook page, you know already that "Volomir's Blog" is now history and is turning into a broader website. Let me introduce you to volomir.com!

volomir.com wants to be a new website concept, much more ambitious for the miniature painting and sculpting world. We want to be a new voice for miniatures, stronger and braver, that takes our community further, to reach more people and above all, spread the love for our art. We want to concentrate on the painting and sculpting community, in the news from our companies, the work of the professionals, news, events, opinions and entertainment, and of course, tutorials. We want to publicize, spread and dignify. A big speaker so that the miniature world broadens its frontiers!

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From now on, this old Blogger website will stop having new posts and slowly will be dismantled so that everything worth keeping appears in the new volomir.com.

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Do Not Miss: March 2016

Did I say the list was growing bigger and bigger every month? It seems like at this rate, I will need a new site to be able to cover everything... ;)

Miniatures

• Moria Goblin Captain by Flameon: Impressive painting quality for such a small and unimportant miniature. Wait… he's preparing an army?
• Stormcast Eternal by Toolinger: Another impressive painting of this miniature, probably using the great guide from Ben Komets.
• Agora Miniatures: Ares by Thomas David: I really like this line of miniatures from Thomas David.
• Illusion of a troubled mind, by StathisM: Amazing diorama, great strength of atmosphere and message.
• Harlequin army Diamond part, by River: More Harlequins of this amazing army painted by Nadya.
• Benoit Cauchies creations in 2014 (I): Photo summary of miniatures sculpted by Benoit in 2014.
• Benoit Cauchies creations in 2014 (II): More miniatures sculpted by Benoit in 2014.
• Pak 40, Zvezda, by Roman Lappat: Very cool artillery in miniature with awesome light effects.
• I'll protect you by Arsies: Diorama inspired in nature by Javier González.
• WWI Bavarian Infantrymen by Kirill Kanaev: Another wonderful bust painted by Kirill.
• Pastoris l'Ancien in Le Blog dé Kouzes: Wonderful idea for a nurgle themed WH40k army.
• The Raider by Matthieu: Great bust from Nocturna Models painted beautifully by Matthieu.
• Mr. Angelface by Kirill Kanaev: Kirill's version of his own bust he uses now in his workshops.
• Fehrbellin Vignette by Jason Whitman: I've been following the steps of this diorama, Historical scenes like these that I really love.
• Kromac II, Privateer Press: Awesome 3d sculpt for Privateer Press.
• Tiny realistic animals by Pajutee: These little ones will completely amaze you.
• Space Marine (March) by Emuse : Enrique continues his Space Marine calendar.
• King Tiger tank commander by Jason Zhou: The quality of this face will blow your mind.
• El Circo de Pulgas by JJ Barrena: Juan José Barrena's piece that got him Best of Fantasy in Euroma 2016.
• Abdel Rashid, the night hunter by Roman Lappat: Monochrome effects on this bust to simulate night ambience.
• Moloch by Robert Carlsson: The giant by Allan Carrasco painted by Rogland.
• Smile, by Leonardo Escovar: Awesome sculpt of a goblin party!
• Shaetann, by Marc Masclans: Marc is one of the most productive top quality painters you can find these days.
• Barbarian King, by Alejandro Prieto: One of Joaquín Palacios barbarians painted by Alejandro Prieto.
• Solitaire, by Kirill Kanaev: An Eldar Harlequin stepping out of the Maelstrom.
• Roman's bust by Kirill Kanaev: Kirill stunningly paints this bust sculpted by Roman Lappat.
• Female C'tan by Flameon: Ingenous conversion by Flameon.
• Celtic Warrior on Horse by Shejtan: Nice paintjob on this Pegaso figure on horse.
• Rocco, by David Arroba: Nice yellow Rocco by David Arroba.

Articles and Tutorials

• Imperial Fist Step by Step: Great article on how to paint a Space Marine by Roman Lappat in Massive Voodoo.
• Abalam Step by Step: Tremendous article about the painting of this great bust by Roman Lappat.
• How to paint a lava sword: Tutorial on achieving a lava like effect on a sword (in French).
• Painting Banners in Le Blog dé Kouzes: Wonderful tutorial for those beginning to paint freehands.
• Tree tutorial by Caludio de Lucchi: Photo tutorial on building trees for your creations.
• Dwarf bust by Lucas Pina: Photo process of the sculpting of this dwarf bust by Lucas Pina.

New Releases

• Wonderland Busts, Broken Toad: Sculpted by Roberto Chaudon.
• Egil, Mierce Miniatures: Sculpted by Roberto Chaudon.
• Mummy Queen, Kontraros Collectibles: Sculpted by Michael Kontraros.
• Gürmuz, HeraModels: Sculpted by Raúl García Latorre.
• Landsknecht sXVI, Tartar Miniatures: Sculpted by Sergey Savenkov, painted by Kirill Kanaev.
• Sculpted by Piqui: New line of Miniatures in Tiny Leads, all sculpted by Antonio Fernández (Piqui).
• XIII, Nocturna Models: Painted by Marc Masclans as alternative box art (original by Jesús Martín).
• Romero, the Cat, Fer Miniatures: Sculpted and painted by Raffaele Picca.
• The Priest, Nocturna Models: Necrospace Series, 70mm
• Redemption, Pedro Fernández Works: Sculpted by Pedro Fernández, painted by Iván Hortal.
• Red Alabama, Pedro Fernández Works: Sculpted by Pedro Fernández, painted by Pepa Saavedra.
• Savage Beauty, Black Sun Miniatures: Sculpted by Joaquín Palacios.
• Sina and the Knigh, Aradia Miniatures: Sculpted by Joaquín Palacios.
• Falena, Aradia Miniatures: Sculpted by Benoit Cauchies.

Events and reports

• Leganés 2016: Report in Eureka Miniatures.

8 reasons not to miss Leganés 2016 this weekend

Here are 8 reasons this year that I can quickly think of to encourage you not to miss Leganés 2016 this weekend (and I can think of many more!)

1. It's the best modeling contest you will find nowadays in Madrid.

2. The commercial area has stands from the best spanish companies and many will present their new releases (which you will be able to get before anyone else) this exact weekend.

3. Because the contest is huge and has some of the best judges you can find in Spain.

4. Because there will be beers. And then you'll cry because you missed them!

5. Do you remember that modeling tool that you are missing and can't find anywhere? I'm sure you will find it in some stand in the commercial area.

6. Because there's painting and sculpting demos from some of the best artists of the country.

7. Because this year the special theme will be the USA, and we know how much you love it ;)

8. And specially, because this year we are collaborating with the organization, and as part of that collaboration, we will be recording our podcast The Big Three live in the event!

Join us this weekend in Leganés and be part of the show!

Need more reasons?

See you this weekend... in Leganés!

Also, don't forget that if you are far from Madrid, you can also visit Montreux or La Condotta this weekend... so there's plenty of options for you!

Do Not Miss: February 2016

The Do Not Miss list is growing bigger and bigger every month. So many things happening in the world of miniatures I can't keep up! Let's see if I can make some time to tell you all about the news around this blog... ;)

Miniatures

• Aurora Space Marines by Kirill Kanaev: Kirill not only creates some of the best painted miniatures ever, also collects armies from time to time. Speechless.


• Deer tree by Jeremie Bonamant: Really simple idea but beautiful in execution.


• Abalam, Prince of Hell by Roman Lappat: Roman is flying with colours lately and this is great proof of what he is capable of when he is in the mood.


• Ragnar Blackmane by Tommy Soule: Converted from one of the new Space Wolf releases by GW, this is a perfect blend of old and new school.


• Reply of the Zaporozhian Cossacks by Igor Korduyov: This is a quite old piece of work now but I have just stumbled into it and it is amazing. Should have been here back in the day.


• Malekith by Lan: Great conversion for a Malekith that Lan turns into gold with his amazing painting.


• Dino, the Lone Wolf by Roman Lappat: Beautiful tribute to this famous character of our little painting community.


• Han Solo 75mm by Morglum: I like the effect on the cantina table on this Han Solo.


• Auric Runemaster by Flameon: Really nice painting of this Duardin from Age of Sigmar.


• Goodbye, Blue Sky (Dying Light) by Nakatan: A conversion from a Boudicca bust that serves as a tribute to the dying world of Warhammer Fantasy.


• Morbag, Blacksmith miniatures: A little green goblin from Matthieu.


• Azhag the Butcher, by Morglum: Cool painting of this classic GW miniature.


• Dark Elf Assassin: Very nice paintjob on this classic dark elf by Ringil.


• Ork Warboss with Attack Squig: Cool Ork by River, together with all the steps described to paint it.

Articles and Tutorials

• Painting a Dark Elf Sorceress by Lan: The polish painter shows us his techniques on this Warhammer miniature.


• Siren Bust process photos: Photos from the sculpting process of the Siren Bust.


• Gob'ius painting process: Painting process pics from this Goblin of Gob'z'Heroes.


• CrazyGrip review in Massive Voodoo: This might be an interesting addition to your painting toolbox.


• Rust and Metals by Daniel Guijarro: Article showing different techniques to work with metals (in Spanish).


• Boudicca Battle of Watling Street in Massive Voodoo: Step by step on painting a Boudicca bust.


• Dustproofing your cabinet: Interesting tutorial showing us how to build a dustproof cabinet.


• Pirate, the base: Detailed article on creating a base for this pirate miniature.


• How to paint gold in a simple way: Tutorial for beginners on how to paint gold simply and convincingly.


• Brognir Stonebridge: Step by step of this bust in Massive Voodoo.


• Ultramarines Freehand tutorial: Cool tutorial for beginners, could be really helpful.


• Azhag the Butcher base step by step by Morglum: The tutorial on how to create the water base, actually inspired by my High Elf Dragonlord (in Spanish).


• Tau Firewarrior: More steps of this 54mm Tau in Eureka Minis.

New Releases

• Mary Read, Scale 75: Painted by Julio Cabos.


• RKKA tank commander 1943, Young Miniatures: Painted by Kirill Kanaev.


• Siren Bust, Nuts Planet: Sculpted by Jun sik Ahn.


• Rainy Day, BlackForest Miniatures: Sculpted by Olivier Bouchet.


• Barbarian & Girl, Black Sun Miniatures: Sculpted by Joaquin Palacios.


• Major Tom, FeR Miniatures: Sculpted and painted by Raffa Picca.


• RKKA kazak 1941, Young Miniatures: Painted by Kirill Kanaev.


• Shaetann bust, Mproyec: Sculpted by Raul García Latorre.


• Cartoon Chick, Pintor de Miniaturas: Sculpted and painted by Arnau Lázaro.

Golden Demon Classic - Rules and Categories

Dear lovers of good old Golden Demons, Games Workshop has revealed the rules and categories of their new (but old) Golden Demon for this year. After quite some time of unknowns and mystery, it seems like things go back to normal!

And if anyone had a doubt about it, the name as you can see here is Golden Demon Classic.

Classic. CLASSIC.

Here's the official document with all the details if you want to check it out.

Link to Rules and Categories in the Warhammer World site

Oh, and despite the big changes in the Warhammer Fantasy world, seems like it all stays business as usual. Everything Warhammery (Fantasy, Blood Bowl, Mordheim, Age of Sigmar) goes to the same categories. And we even have LOTR! All of this makes me quite happy. :)

And also, some cause for speculation... where does it say that Open is not eligible for the Sword? ¬¬

Newsflash: Golden Demon 2016 May 14-15 confirmed

During the Horus Heresy Weekend at Warhammer World today, and during the celebration of the last "mini" Golden Demon (this one for Horus Heresy models only), Games Workshop has finally (finally!!!) announced their plans for a classic Golden Demon.

The long awaited event by many like me is happening definitely this year.

It is confirmed to be celebrated during the Warhammer Fest, on the weekend of May 14-15. There's probably more details coming tomorrow about the whole event but for now this is the official confirmation that I have and it is 100% certain.

Thanks to Max and his friend for the pic!

Golden Demon fans rejoice! The last time we heard news from a classic Golden Demon was on May last year. From that moment on, it has all been about rumours and unofficial information. It took them quite some time to make it official but it is finally here.

I am quite interested in seeing what is going to happen with all the important changes that have happened in Games Workshop lately. I'll certainly try to make it happen and be there, and maybe even enter something of my own. It's very exciting to have a Golden Demon again!

More on this soon!

Do Not Miss: January 2016

And the year begins with another great set of things to Do Not Miss!

You may have noticed that the Blog has been quite silent lately. This is something temporary, as there is some major work in the background being done at the moment. I am deeply remodelling the blog and therefore the usual content from my part is taking a toll. I will report with news for the site very soon! Stay tuned! In the meantime... Do Not miss...

Miniatures

• Boudica, Battle of Watling Street by Roman Lappat: A historical bust from Pedro Fernádez nicely painted by Roman.


• Lady Administrator Itela Justina and cherub Jael by Sanislav Kurilenko: Crazy attention to detail and freehands on this one.


• Space Eldar Army, Farseers and Warlocks on jetbikes by River: More stuff for this incredible army Nadya is painting. The owner is a very lucky person!


• Mother of Dragons by Pepa Saavedra: Very nice bust painted by Pepa, shown in Rafa Coll's Blog.


• Gob'z'Heroes painted by Martin Goumaz: Some of the Gob'z'Heroes kickstarter minis superbly painted by Martin.


• The Lion Knight (the First) and the Witch Disciples by Thomas David: Thomas updates his site with some sculptures he made some time ago for Kingdom Death.


• Dark Cave Beauty by Ringil: Marina paints this great miniature from Dark Sword and here she shows us her thoughts on the process.


• Celtic Wanderer, by Romain Van Den Bogaert: Another really nice sculpture by Romain, coming soon commercially by Black Sun Miniatures.


• Young Yoda, by Ben Komets: Very creative conversion by Ben Komets from a Samurai Bust into the little green master from Star Wars.


• Ninja, by Ben Komets: Cool version of Kill Bill's "The Bride" by Ben Komets based on a Ninja miniature from Terrible Kids Stuff.


• Swedish militia , Battle of Wisby 1361, by Олег Погосян: Tremendous sculpt of this swedish soldier. I simply love it.


• The Hobgoblin, alternative box art by Arnau Lazaro: Really nice painting on the first release of Beyond Miniatures.


• WWI German stormtrooper, by Kirill Kanaev: And yet another great paintjob by Kirill of a new bust from Young Miniatures.

Articles and Tutorials

• Tact and Hardness of sculpting materiales in Legion of the Cow: The legion has a series of articles on making the transition from miniature painter to sculptor, check it out!


• Legolas by Karaikal: David Rodríguez shares this article about how he painted this Legolas in Legion of the Cow.


• Ork Warboss with attack squig by River: Parts 2 and 3 of the process of painting this ork, by Nadya.


• How to draw a map in miniature by Pepe Gallardo: Photo tutorial on painting a miniature map (texts in Spanish)


• How to sculpt a Warmachine Style Weapon by Alex Nemes: Nice tutorial showing how to sculpt a nice fantasy weapon.


• Working with string in Massive Voodoo: Tips and tricks on using strings and thread on your miniatures. Comes with no strings attached! (bad pun intended... XD)


• Mad Max Pow! by Bijou: Follow Sergio on his road to the wasteland after the Mad Max Car Contest 2 of Massive Voodoo.


• Creating a scenic base by Peter Müller: Peter shows us how to create a dark and rusty environment.


• Abalam Prince of Hell by David Soper: Follow David's journey to hell and heaven with this miniature (Parts 1 and 2).


• Painting Commodore Borgossa part 3 by David Soper: Last installment of David's series on Commodore Borgossa.


• Creating Simple Focus on a Miniature by Meg Maples: Thoughts on attracting attention to different parts of your miniatures.


• C/A applicator reviewed by Arbal: This little tool is actually quite a useful thing to have at your disposal.


• Desertic Base in Eureka Minis: Sergio (Bijou) explains painting a desert base, the environment for a 54 mm Tau Firewarrior.


• Lights for your cabinets in Eureka Minis: Learn how to install some LED lamps for your miniature cabinets.

New Releases

• Shamanic Women, Black Crow Miniatures: Sculpted by Romain Van den Bogaert, painted by Isidro Moñux/Pepa Saavedra.


• Mediterraneo, Aradia Miniatures: Sculpted by Joaquin Palacios.


• Old Barbarian, Black Sun Miniatures: Sculpted by Joaquin Palacios.


• Surt, Scale 75: Sculpted by Laslo Forgach and painted by Julio Cabos.


• Ivonne, Draconia: Painted by Marc Masclans.

Events and reports

• Community Project: Zombies in Massive Voodoo: Do not miss Roman and Bene's community project. It's going to be awesome! And lots of zombies! Lots!