How to Paint an Air Djinn Miniature – Beginner‑Friendly Guide

The Air Djinn miniature is suitable for hobbyists of all levels. Its flowing form and expressive features make it approachable for beginners while offering enough detail to challenge intermediate painters. This miniature is available in my Shopify store, ready to bring a touch of elemental magic to your tabletop adventures. Pick one up today and follow this guide to achieve a stunning, professional finish.

1. Required Equipment List

• Fine detail brush (size 0–1)

• Medium basecoat brush (size 2)

• Large dry brush

• Palette (wet or dry)

• Vallejo Surface Primer (Grey or White)

• Vallejo Acrylic Paints (see full list below)

• Clean water cup

• Paper towels

• Matte varnish (Vallejo or Army Painter)

• Optional: magnifying lamp for precision work

2. Full Paint List

Vallejo Colours:

• Skin Base: Sky Blue (70.961)

• Skin Highlight: Sky Blue (70.961) + White mix

• Dry Brush (Skin): Ice Blue (70.902)

• Armor Base: Old Gold (70.878)

• Armor Highlight: Polished Gold (70.878 + Silver mix)

• Cloth Base: Ivory (70.918)

• Cloth Highlight: White (70.951)

• Gemstones: Red (70.947)

• Shadows: Black Wash (73.201)

3. Step‑by‑Step Painting Guide

Priming

Start with a smooth coat of Vallejo Grey Primer. Ensure full coverage, especially around the swirling lower body. Let it dry completely before painting.

Basecoating

Apply Sky Blue to the skin areas using thin layers. For armor and decorative elements, use Old Gold. The cloth and cloud-like lower body should be painted Ivory.

Dry Brushing

Lightly dry brush Ice Blue over the skin to bring out muscle definition. Use Polished Gold on armor edges to create a subtle metallic shimmer. For the lower body, dry brush White to enhance the airy, ethereal effect.

Highlighting

Add highlights to raised areas with lighter tones: mix Sky Blue + White for skin and Ivory + White for cloth. Keep strokes gentle and controlled.

Layering

Deepen shadows with a Black Wash, focusing on recesses under the arms, around the belt, and beneath folds. Reapply base colours to smooth transitions.

Final Touches

Paint gemstones Red, then add a tiny dot of White for reflection. Seal your work with Matte Varnish to protect the finish and unify the tones.

4. Comparison Table

Ready to bring the Air Djinn to life? Pick up this 3D‑printed resin miniature from Disain Studio and start painting today — perfect for collectors, gamers, and creative hobbyists alike.