Painting a Sons of Horus Space Marine - Step by Step

Oct 7, 2026

This guide provides a comprehensive step-by-step tutorial on painting a Sons of Horus Space Marine miniature using the Vallejo Game Color range. Authored by Jon Gómez, the document details professional techniques including priming, base coating with an airbrush, layered highlighting, and advanced wash application to create depth and contrast in the armor. It specifically outlines the color mixtures and application methods required to achieve a high-quality finish, serving as an essential resource for hobbyists interested in fine-detail miniature painting and Warhammer 30k hobby modeling.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLifestyle

FormatPDF

Pages2

Reading Time3 min

AccessFree to download

Preparation and Base Coat

Highlighting Techniques

Shading and Detail Finishing

FAQs

Which specific primer is recommended for the miniature?

The tutorial suggests using Hobby Paint Spray Black 28.012 or Primer Black 70.602 to prime the miniature.

How do you achieve the intended shadow effect during the base coat and highlights?

To create intense shadows, leave the lower areas of the armor unpainted during the first highlight application with Game Color Turquoise 72.024.

What is the process for applying the wash to the armor?

Apply a mixture of Game Color Wash Black, Wash Blue, Thinner Medium, and Airbrush Flow Improver to the entire miniature, then use a brush dampened with flow improver to remove excess wash from light areas, ensuring it settles in the recesses.

Oct 7, 2026

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