Hope you enjoyed the longer format style of my content. Im relatively new to it but this length of video is going to be my new standard! Tutorials, kitbashes, battle reports and of course, plastic surgeryyyy! If you enjoy the channel, you can support me on patreon at: www.patreon.com/maverickspaint Thanks and have a good rest of your day guys!
I really enjoy your videos. I'm very curious about your choice of brushes. I've been painting for about 1-1/2 total and I feel like I'm doing well because of channels like this. Now I feel like I I've been painting well enough that brush quality matters. If you happen to read this, I'd love to see your hobby station and tools. I love the long format videos as well as the shorts. Thanks for all the inspiration 🙏.
Dude seriously story time is the best! You have such a candid way of conveying complex things and an engaging sense of humor, we’d prob watch anything you want to talk about. Your story about our “plastic therapy” hobby really resonates too. I found it after losing nearly everything and digging out of depression during Covid and every time I hear a similar story of what the hobby has done for someone, it’s undoubtably moving. Can’t wait for more vids like this. You’re the hottest new painting RUclipsr and so much better than most. Obvi most of our favs. Lean in man. We wanna blow your channel up so you can be full time and not ever even have to wince at a uk flight so you can go hang w your heroes! Have you built a discord yet? Like where all the Mav fans can hang and build a community around?
Also on your note about building community and learning 10th edition, it might actually pop off if you made shorts and incorporate all your humor in Voice over and editing to learn different aspects of the game. There’s sooo many new people joining or coming back to play in 10th, combined with your painting, might skyrocket growth! And just being so down to earth and earning peoples trust in how fast you became an elite/inspirational painter and teacher that they’d track with you on your journey to become a great player. A student of the game. Imagine the vid recapping placing in your first tournament and how you only started in 10th?! And honestly with your disability that might affect standing for hours, there’s gotta be a badass ergonomic portable rolly stool/chair with great back support you could take with ya!
I work with chronic pain patients as a PMR specialist, and hearing your story how you found new goals and worth after an accident is amazing. So glad you could share this, also your transparency regarding anxiety. Thank you for sharing. This will mean something for someone struggling with the same. Hope you will visit Europe again in the future!
Its so crucial. When I was initially injured, I couldnt work.. couldnt part take in any of my hobbies. My wife needed to carry most of the groceries. I went from being this big 6'5 "Man" to.. feeling useless. When I discovered mini painting and better yet, found a new way to help people... I felt whole again.
I have nothing but respect for you. The amount you’ve progressed in this last year despite all your going though, this truly aspiring. Keep it up man. If you keep uploading we’ll keep watching
First of all, thank you for your service as a firefighter. I'm so happy for you that you found something that makes you happy and proud. Being depressed, purposeless and in physical pain must have been absolute hell. Thank you for being here.
I 100% admire your ability to open up to strangers on the Internet especially because I know it’s hard to do that to professionals in real life. It’s really good to know that other people go through the things that I go through especially when they overcome them, you’ve earned more than my subscription. You’ve earned my heart
Wow, your storry is incredible I found your channel through shorts when you just started to upload them and all this time was sure that you are a really experienced painter, your tutorials are stunning and the same time easy to follow But the fact that you started only 2 years ago is just incredible, your level of painting is so high. You are now my hobby hero, cheers ❤️
Brilliant video, Mav. I have several family members who suffer from chronic pain, and having a purpose to get yourself through the day makes such a big difference. Can't wait for more longer videos!
You're my favourite 40k painter. Your videos are are amazing quality and your painting style is the perfect mix of grimdark and that clean 'eavy metal style. Thanks
yessssss!yessssss! finally long format videos! I love this channel, and the way you paint it's incredible, I've been in this hobby for about an year and sometimes I don't have the patience to paint but watching your videos were you show your incredible work really pushes me to do better
I was into Warhamer for a long time, but only picked up the hobby after losing someone very close and dear to me, as a distraction. It's therapeutic, enjoyable and helps me overcome some of my flaws. I now have just over 2300 points of 40k Dark Angels and am planning on starting a Word bearers HH army after i reach 3000
Yes mate! Been a pleasure seeing you grow and take the plunge into youtube and this video was a fantastic start. Much love and looking forward to seeing what's next
So I actually got some help with this and apparently its common for people who have careers in high adrenaline fields. You go from non stop stress to total calm and its so different that it actually causes alarm. Weird hey
Thanks for sharing this story, I’m a firefighter, fighting with a back injury, and use painting minis to get centered whenever I can. It’s nice to know there are other people out there who share the same sorts of experiences. Super cool you can give back to guy. Thanks again man. -Gary
Awesome video! Flawless paint job! Thank you for sharing your story. It’s so important to know that you’re not alone. And sometimes we find exactly what we need in the least expected place. And I’m so glad you found it!
I deleted all my RUclips videos and let my channel plummet while I became a full time streamer, BUT full time RUclips is easily obtainable. You’ve got a lot of support. Shorts aren’t what you wanna tackle. I suggest making lengthy videos that you could turn into shorts to takeout 2 birds with 1 stone man. You deserve to have this as your career my friend. Happiness is what matters most, get it Maverick💪🏼
I have some friends and family members who are firefighters. Physical and psychological injuries are all too common, so its really inspiring to see someone come out on the other side. Its awesome that you can talk candidly about your injury and anxiety, you're doing great work! Keep it up!
I broke my back and have anxiety in large crowds…just found your channel today!! Broke my back from the T10-L2…lucky to be walking. Love that you’ve used the hobby to bring so vision and clarity to your life.
Great video, thank you for sharing your story. I just started painting warhammer figurines so I could focus my energy in something positive during a heavy period that I going trough. Your story was really motivating.
Bro. I listen to alot of RUclips. One of the best compliments I can think of right now is that I WATCH your videos. It was truly an honor to meet you at Adepticon and I appreciate so much all of your help in my learning process.
The only thing better than your finished model is the story that went along with it. Keep doing the amazing work you are doing and massive credit to Guy and Hattie for continuing to be the beacons of positivity we all know them to be.
Gotta say that you are to me what midwinter minis is to you. I look up to you and your painting skills. I started painting just a couple of weeks ago and you aswell as M.W. minis got me really hooked! The music, storys, actual skill and presentation is just lovely and makes me.... how do I say it? I feel like this is what I needed for a very looong time. Thank you! And I'm glad you do what you do. ❤
Looking great Maverick! Totally get what you mean about anxiety and needing to recharge! I’m stoked that you found your way through hard times to find your passion! Look forward to seeing more of your content
Hey Mav, I’ve stumbled upon your channel after recently returning to this hobby after a 15 year hiatus. A lot has happened to me as well - combat veteran, transitioning back into civilian life, insanely demanding job as an RN…Painting miniatures has been one of the things that helped get me out of the depths and healed my brain. Your work inspires me to keep going and to push myself to be a better painter, and a better human. You’re awesome and not alone! Thanks for the inspiring content and keep fighting the good fight brother!
I love the story that mini tells, you can tell it met a horrible fate yet the lower amounts of dirtyness shows it is a much grimer fate then dieing in battle, dieing alone in the abys of space.
I've started painting 40k miniatures recently. It was my need to keep my brain busy in order to fight off depression that drove me into the hobby. My first Space Marine was painted after watching your video. Thank you for telling us your story and well done for producing such a popular channel. I look forward to seeing much more content.
I highly respect the authenticy and the honesty. We need more people like you on RUclips. Congrats you recovered and the best of luck to you on the future! Cant wait for your channel to grow!🎉 Best regards from Germany :)
Great story man! I just got into Warhammer painting last month and I’m loving the process, started with the starter kit, then the elite kit, lol then the combat patrol set and I have a few more on the way.
I just wanted to say that the story you told at the start was touching. I just finished painting my first grim dark imperial fist dreadnought using your imperial fist as a guide. Because of your video I now have a model that I look at with pride and that was all because of you, keep up the great work and I can't wait to see what you paint next... maybe something bigger like a tank or knight?
I only started playing an painting 40k a few weeks ago and one of my first inspirations to paint was your shorts, And I got to say when you where talking about your history over how you found it the hobby I was very touched. My point being I think lots of us Appreciate your courage to painting an uploading and completely understand how potentially overwhelming RUclips can be, I too am quite sensitive so I can totally relate to how you might have felt at Warhammer fest!
"i was considering painting the whole chair in nmm but i decided i didnt hate myself" that hit to deep man just finished my first proper rendition of nmm on some chaos'ified grey knight terminators and whooo boy does it slowly crush the soul haha. love the content and keep it up my dude
Awesome video! :D It would be awesome to see a finished army or something similar of yours, not even a long video. Even a couple of pictures would be awesome. You do not get to see finished armies with a high standard very often, and you are a great painter.
@@MaverickNicolsonwith you being the gore and guts specialist, I only see two good options: Imperial Guard, or Tyranids. So many gory yet "functional" model opportunities!
The Midwinter Mini vid for painting Ultramarine ,Grim dark .( 7-18-2021) watched twice! second time took notes LOL. with the free time I have , I paint and ,as old habits die hard take notes to ad focus . Your vid of the head shot is at the top of ( Note List ) Keep up the great work.
9:35 well, that was surreal to hear. Happy to be able to support such a great guy and wonderful content. Fantastic paint job as always, and really enjoyed hearing more backstory and thoughts on the topic. Keep up the great work, Mav!
I really needed to see this video. I’ve been super sad recently since our son moved to college. Went to see him today and we went to comic con and saw a demo of 40k, and I’m just starting to learn about this universe. Thanks for the video Oh and you are an absolutely amazing painter.
I will be honest, you are one of the best painter IN THE WORLD, you got everything RIGHT about both the universe of 40k AND the techinque ! It's awesome and YOU are the one that i am looking to when i paint damn will i try to do my best to honour your skills and technique ! Never let ont moron in the world allow to shit on your art. It's incredible ! It would be super to ever meet you at a tournament in Quebec or somewhere close. Take care and Merci pour tout !
Thanks so much brother! I appreciate the kind words. Next time I'm in at miniwargaming studios I'll need to set up a meet and greet for east coast fans! Play some games together and hang out!
In really happy you had fun! And super excited to see everything coming out. Here's to the start of a new era, and for many others finding inspiration like you did
I couldn't help but imagine myself in your position. Wow! I'm happy for you. I've been on disability for a while and somewhat recently got into the hobby. I've always been an artist, so the painting/sculpting/terrain building is what really matters to me about minis. Your story def give me hope... so, thanks.
Its a shame I missed you at Warhammer fest, but its great to see your journey and see your experience. I only went on the Monday with my father and we had a blast even with the queues. Looking forward to future uploads!
You did a fantastic job on this video and the miniature for Guy. You also have a really soothing voice for this haha. Much love from Australia, looking forward to what you show us next!
Midwinter Minis subscriber here, found your channel from them and can honestly say that I thoroughly enjoyed the video, the paint job was AMAZING!! Can't wait to binge your videos! Wishing you all the best!
Man this vid is what I needed, I was depressed since last year and my 8yo love art and asked me to get him wh40k and some paints, I love gaming but never got into table top but building those minis and painting them using your tutorials and many others in RUclips has been amazing for me, like you said something in July brain clicked finishing a mini feels soooo good and doing it with my son is an indescribable feeling I’m so happy to get your vids on my feed and subscribing to you thank you for everything any time I’m stressed I can come to your Chanel’s and other RUclipsrs and just relax and look at some awesome people painting minis, that means the world to me thanks for all your hard work
Been waiting for this to drop hope you enjoyed your time in the uk hope you are feeling better mr maverick you are my inspiration in this mini world hehe
gerat work man! my first dive into your content was the BlueBerry having his head opened up! [you had in this video also - i still chuckled out loud seeing it again]>>> KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!
that's how i found hobby at 13yrs old when gw only had one store down on queen street. broken ankle wandering around looking for stuff to do cause i was bored and could read a book in a day watch a movie in 2 hours and the internet back then was only just starting and i had played through most video games that were released back then. but space hulk and painting minis well that got me, plus my first box of beakies!
I’ve said it before and i’ll say it again, man I’d love to sit down with you for an afternoon. Guy has helped me a lot with his videos, over the years since I’ve gotten back into the hobby.
Awesome video, man! That mini is beatiful. I actually feel the same way about painting. Depression is something straight out of the warp and the best way to fight it is to do something that makes you proud of yourself. I‘m still new to the hobby, but painting minis is giving me the self-esteem I‘ve been missing for quite some time. Thank you very much for your openness and as I said your result is incredible. Midwinter Minis can consider themselves lucky.
DUDE!! You were a firefighter?? My respect for you as a mini painter was high already, but now I'm convinced you're just a badass human! Your experience is incredibly inspiring and now more than ever I want to paint my Salamanders successor with utmost dilligence.
I'm glad this hobby is helping you with what must amount to something so fundamentally life-altering that I can barely even imagine it. And I'm also glad we get some really amazing content out of it. I do agree, the community aspect is really important (ironic, when most of my hobby time is spent alone at my desk haha). I've even thought about doing some videos of my own, but I don't know if I'd even have something new or interesting to talk about ... Regardless, I'm looking forward to what the future on this channel holds.
Man thank you so much for this awesome video and honestly all of your content. I’m stoked you’re making longer format videos now cause your mini painting style is my all time favorite. Also super excited to see how you’d do a battle report!
A wonderfully honest and heartfelt video (along with an awesome paint job!). I’ve watched your shorts for a few months now and then saw you in the recent Midwinter Minis video and it’s great to see you enjoying life and the hobby. Plus, you got to try Greggs too! As a Brit from Manchester living in Vancouver since 2009, I loved the snacks comparisons (and badly wanted a Greggs pasty after watching). Anyway, keep doing what you do and many props to you, Maverick.
Wow. What an incredible story you have sir. I loved watching you paint this model (absolutely stunning work btw) and I love the 'horror' models you've made as well, I first saw them quite a while ago on instagram and was completely mind blown. I would love to see you document and talk through painting a whole army. Please don't stop, top tier content.
I can't believe that I didn't recognize you when you stood right in front of me taking a picture of Patty and then Guy and I. I guess my brain just went blank seeing a real-life space marine in front of me. Your videos were some of the first I watched when I seriously got into painting minis. I've been beating myself up over this so much as it clicked with me the moment after as I left the venue...
haha to be fair.. I havent really done much "face time" in videos so I totally understand. Plus, because of my anxiety, I was low key trying to fly under the radar hahaha
I've know about Warhammer for a while now but never had a driving force to take the plunge into the world. That was until I cam across your channel. The way you do your figures is truly inspirational, the battle damage and gore really paint a picture of the a world worth looking into. I'm so glad that you are going to be expanding into longer videos. I love watching your process because it is so informative, it makes me want to give painting a go. Also absolutely cannot wait to see your battle reports, the beautifully painted armies going at one another. I'm so excited for the future of this channel
ah man, youre making my day! Thanks so much for the beautiful words, I really appreciate them. Glad youre enjoying the content and I hope to bring much more!
Great video. I've always found modelling and painting minis to be fantastic therapy and a brief escape from the harsh reality of work and the real world. I've been a rural firefighter so you've got my thumbs up! Look forward to more videos in the future.
I do not follow your style of painting but I am always amazed of your work. Hearing what you have been through and how you manage to get over it make me admire you so much. Congrats on everything.
As someone who also suffered debilitating back pain for two years, I can understand how much of a mental health abyss it can leave one in. (Thankfully, when the issue was finally properly diagnosed, it was a simple matter of correcting it with surgery. I've been pain-free and fully mobile for years now. Here's hoping you can get the treatment you need.)
Hope you enjoyed the longer format style of my content. Im relatively new to it but this length of video is going to be my new standard! Tutorials, kitbashes, battle reports and of course, plastic surgeryyyy!
If you enjoy the channel, you can support me on patreon at:
www.patreon.com/maverickspaint
Thanks and have a good rest of your day guys!
I really enjoy your videos. I'm very curious about your choice of brushes. I've been painting for about 1-1/2 total and I feel like I'm doing well because of channels like this. Now I feel like I I've been painting well enough that brush quality matters. If you happen to read this, I'd love to see your hobby station and tools. I love the long format videos as well as the shorts. Thanks for all the inspiration 🙏.
The plastic surgery is my favourite little series. As someone who is also adapting to disability it was very close to home
It was amazing. So good to hear you talk and see you paint like this. All the best to you and everything
Dude seriously story time is the best! You have such a candid way of conveying complex things and an engaging sense of humor, we’d prob watch anything you want to talk about. Your story about our “plastic therapy” hobby really resonates too. I found it after losing nearly everything and digging out of depression during Covid and every time I hear a similar story of what the hobby has done for someone, it’s undoubtably moving.
Can’t wait for more vids like this. You’re the hottest new painting RUclipsr and so much better than most. Obvi most of our favs. Lean in man. We wanna blow your channel up so you can be full time and not ever even have to wince at a uk flight so you can go hang w your heroes!
Have you built a discord yet? Like where all the Mav fans can hang and build a community around?
Also on your note about building community and learning 10th edition, it might actually pop off if you made shorts and incorporate all your humor in Voice over and editing to learn different aspects of the game. There’s sooo many new people joining or coming back to play in 10th, combined with your painting, might skyrocket growth! And just being so down to earth and earning peoples trust in how fast you became an elite/inspirational painter and teacher that they’d track with you on your journey to become a great player. A student of the game. Imagine the vid recapping placing in your first tournament and how you only started in 10th?! And honestly with your disability that might affect standing for hours, there’s gotta be a badass ergonomic portable rolly stool/chair with great back support you could take with ya!
Takes a lot of guts to speak so openly like you have. You're a great role model and an inspiration to many in this community. Keep it up chief.
No shame in my game lol. This stuff is all so common and natural, we should normalize talking about it
@@MaverickNicolson Couldn't have put it better myself. Again; great video. I eagerly await the next.
I work with chronic pain patients as a PMR specialist, and hearing your story how you found new goals and worth after an accident is amazing. So glad you could share this, also your transparency regarding anxiety. Thank you for sharing. This will mean something for someone struggling with the same. Hope you will visit Europe again in the future!
Its so crucial. When I was initially injured, I couldnt work.. couldnt part take in any of my hobbies. My wife needed to carry most of the groceries. I went from being this big 6'5 "Man" to.. feeling useless. When I discovered mini painting and better yet, found a new way to help people... I felt whole again.
That's the side of injury often forgotten. So glad you found your healing and shared it.
Congratulations on winning the Slayer Sword on your first attempt! 😄😄😄
That Dead Blood Angel looks smashing.
hahaha, thank you, thank you. It was a lot of hard work. Cropping my head and all
Space Hulk special ❤❤
To a fellow canadian, thank you for your service as a fire fighter and your wonderful paint creations!
I have nothing but respect for you. The amount you’ve progressed in this last year despite all your going though, this truly aspiring. Keep it up man. If you keep uploading we’ll keep watching
God these comments are gonna have me in tears. Thanks so much.
@@MaverickNicolson you deserve all of it man you truly do
First of all, thank you for your service as a firefighter. I'm so happy for you that you found something that makes you happy and proud. Being depressed, purposeless and in physical pain must have been absolute hell. Thank you for being here.
Thanks so much or the kind words man. Appreciate it
I 100% admire your ability to open up to strangers on the Internet especially because I know it’s hard to do that to professionals in real life. It’s really good to know that other people go through the things that I go through especially when they overcome them, you’ve earned more than my subscription. You’ve earned my heart
Holy shit, long form videoes from this channel feels so weird...but like in a good way, absolutely amazing editing! Cant wait to see more!
haha im a man of my word! Im going to make this length my new standard. Thanks for the kind words!
Wow, your storry is incredible
I found your channel through shorts when you just started to upload them and all this time was sure that you are a really experienced painter, your tutorials are stunning and the same time easy to follow
But the fact that you started only 2 years ago is just incredible, your level of painting is so high.
You are now my hobby hero, cheers ❤️
Ah man, thank you so much for the support and kind words. Ill try to keep the content flowing!
Brilliant video, Mav. I have several family members who suffer from chronic pain, and having a purpose to get yourself through the day makes such a big difference. Can't wait for more longer videos!
Thats whats key man. You need to have purpose otherwise youll just fall into that trap of feeling sorry for yourself
You're my favourite 40k painter. Your videos are are amazing quality and your painting style is the perfect mix of grimdark and that clean 'eavy metal style. Thanks
thanks a lot!
yessssss!yessssss! finally long format videos! I love this channel, and the way you paint it's incredible, I've been in this hobby for about an year and sometimes I don't have the patience to paint but watching your videos were you show your incredible work really pushes me to do better
I appreciate that! Just always make sure youre enjoying yourself first. Skill will come with time and practice.
@@MaverickNicolson 😁😁😁😁
I was into Warhamer for a long time, but only picked up the hobby after losing someone very close and dear to me, as a distraction. It's therapeutic, enjoyable and helps me overcome some of my flaws. I now have just over 2300 points of 40k Dark Angels and am planning on starting a Word bearers HH army after i reach 3000
I love these longer videos and to see you opening up about things. Really fun video. Thank you for this.
Always a joy to see Space Hulk minis being painted !
Yes mate! Been a pleasure seeing you grow and take the plunge into youtube and this video was a fantastic start. Much love and looking forward to seeing what's next
As a former paramedic I completely understand crowds and anxiety… I have the same reaction
So I actually got some help with this and apparently its common for people who have careers in high adrenaline fields. You go from non stop stress to total calm and its so different that it actually causes alarm. Weird hey
Thanks for sharing this story, I’m a firefighter, fighting with a back injury, and use painting minis to get centered whenever I can. It’s nice to know there are other people out there who share the same sorts of experiences.
Super cool you can give back to guy.
Thanks again man.
-Gary
Awesome video! Flawless paint job! Thank you for sharing your story. It’s so important to know that you’re not alone. And sometimes we find exactly what we need in the least expected place. And I’m so glad you found it!
Thats why I wanted to share my story. If I can make even one other person feel less alone, its totally worth it!
I deleted all my RUclips videos and let my channel plummet while I became a full time streamer, BUT full time RUclips is easily obtainable. You’ve got a lot of support. Shorts aren’t what you wanna tackle. I suggest making lengthy videos that you could turn into shorts to takeout 2 birds with 1 stone man. You deserve to have this as your career my friend. Happiness is what matters most, get it Maverick💪🏼
I have some friends and family members who are firefighters. Physical and psychological injuries are all too common, so its really inspiring to see someone come out on the other side. Its awesome that you can talk candidly about your injury and anxiety, you're doing great work! Keep it up!
My days of being embarrassed are long behind me. Its all about being honest and hopefully helping someone else with their struggles
I broke my back and have anxiety in large crowds…just found your channel today!!
Broke my back from the T10-L2…lucky to be walking.
Love that you’ve used the hobby to bring so vision and clarity to your life.
Great video, thank you for sharing your story. I just started painting warhammer figurines so I could focus my energy in something positive during a heavy period that I going trough. Your story was really motivating.
Man... this hobby has bailed me out of so many hard situations. Glad it was there for you too
That oxidation effect on the chair is so damn cool
The slayer sword clip was awesome 😂😂
Bro. I listen to alot of RUclips. One of the best compliments I can think of right now is that I WATCH your videos. It was truly an honor to meet you at Adepticon and I appreciate so much all of your help in my learning process.
Thanks so much brother, I recognize the name. Appreciate all of your support
The only thing better than your finished model is the story that went along with it. Keep doing the amazing work you are doing and massive credit to Guy and Hattie for continuing to be the beacons of positivity we all know them to be.
Gotta say that you are to me what midwinter minis is to you.
I look up to you and your painting skills.
I started painting just a couple of weeks ago and you aswell as M.W. minis got me really hooked!
The music, storys, actual skill and presentation is just lovely and makes me.... how do I say it? I feel like this is what I needed for a very looong time.
Thank you! And I'm glad you do what you do. ❤
Im so glad you found this hobby. I cant explain why but its going to have such a positive impact on your life, I promise you
You have real talent 👏
thanks brother
Looking great Maverick! Totally get what you mean about anxiety and needing to recharge! I’m stoked that you found your way through hard times to find your passion! Look forward to seeing more of your content
Just gotta treat it seriously and take care of yourself. If ya need a break, YA NEED A BREAK
Hey Mav, I’ve stumbled upon your channel after recently returning to this hobby after a 15 year hiatus. A lot has happened to me as well - combat veteran, transitioning back into civilian life, insanely demanding job as an RN…Painting miniatures has been one of the things that helped get me out of the depths and healed my brain. Your work inspires me to keep going and to push myself to be a better painter, and a better human. You’re awesome and not alone! Thanks for the inspiring content and keep fighting the good fight brother!
I love the story that mini tells, you can tell it met a horrible fate yet the lower amounts of dirtyness shows it is a much grimer fate then dieing in battle, dieing alone in the abys of space.
It's incredibly satisfying to watch you paint, the steady layering of the glazes fading into each other is super pleasing.
haha im a fan as well
I've started painting 40k miniatures recently. It was my need to keep my brain busy in order to fight off depression that drove me into the hobby. My first Space Marine was painted after watching your video. Thank you for telling us your story and well done for producing such a popular channel. I look forward to seeing much more content.
Wow congrats! i can't believe such a great painter only start few years ago.
Mate as all of your fans I love your work !!
I highly respect the authenticy and the honesty. We need more people like you on RUclips.
Congrats you recovered and the best of luck to you on the future! Cant wait for your channel to grow!🎉
Best regards from Germany :)
Thanks brother! Cov seems to be on its way out. Maybe one or two more days and ill be good as new!
Noooooo, this is far far too nice
It was my pleasure man! Thanks so much for taking me in under your big glorious British wing.
Great story man! I just got into Warhammer painting last month and I’m loving the process, started with the starter kit, then the elite kit, lol then the combat patrol set and I have a few more on the way.
its so addictive but you can tell its so good for your mental health
Thank you for helping me pick up my paintbrush again Maverick, cheers for now and forever
PICK IT UUUUUPPP!!!!!!!! Glad I could help :)
I WILL PAINT THE BEST VOLTANS THAT THE ANCESTORS CAN OFFER
Absolutely awesome. This mini is fantastic. Great vlog. Keep up the good work.
Thanks so much for the kind comments man, truly appreciated
Hell yeah, nice to see another first responder in the hobby. Best wishes brother!
I just wanted to say that the story you told at the start was touching. I just finished painting my first grim dark imperial fist dreadnought using your imperial fist as a guide. Because of your video I now have a model that I look at with pride and that was all because of you,
keep up the great work and I can't wait to see what you paint next... maybe something bigger like a tank or knight?
awesome! Im so stoked that you made something that gave you some pride!
Really excited for those longer videos!
I only started playing an painting 40k a few weeks ago and one of my first inspirations to paint was your shorts, And I got to say when you where talking about your history over how you found it the hobby I was very touched. My point being I think lots of us Appreciate your courage to painting an uploading and completely understand how potentially overwhelming RUclips can be, I too am quite sensitive so I can totally relate to how you might have felt at Warhammer fest!
"i was considering painting the whole chair in nmm but i decided i didnt hate myself" that hit to deep man just finished my first proper rendition of nmm on some chaos'ified grey knight terminators and whooo boy does it slowly crush the soul haha. love the content and keep it up my dude
Haha well at least if it's on the model it feels worth it... But the CHAIR?! Oh hellllll nah
Awesome video! :D It would be awesome to see a finished army or something similar of yours, not even a long video. Even a couple of pictures would be awesome. You do not get to see finished armies with a high standard very often, and you are a great painter.
Well I dont currently HAVE an army BUT.. the plan is to make one for tenth edition. I JUST CANT DECIDE ON WHICH
@@MaverickNicolsonwith you being the gore and guts specialist, I only see two good options: Imperial Guard, or Tyranids. So many gory yet "functional" model opportunities!
MWminis was your inspiration and your now mine, keep painting!
ah! full circle!
The Midwinter Mini vid for painting Ultramarine ,Grim dark .( 7-18-2021) watched twice! second time took notes LOL. with the free time I have , I paint and ,as old habits die hard take notes to ad focus . Your vid of the head shot is at the top of ( Note List ) Keep up the great work.
My god, what a team up! 🔥🔥🔥
9:35 well, that was surreal to hear. Happy to be able to support such a great guy and wonderful content. Fantastic paint job as always, and really enjoyed hearing more backstory and thoughts on the topic. Keep up the great work, Mav!
thank YOU for the support!
I really needed to see this video. I’ve been super sad recently since our son moved to college. Went to see him today and we went to comic con and saw a demo of 40k, and I’m just starting to learn about this universe.
Thanks for the video
Oh and you are an absolutely amazing painter.
I will be honest, you are one of the best painter IN THE WORLD, you got everything RIGHT about both the universe of 40k AND the techinque ! It's awesome and YOU are the one that i am looking to when i paint damn will i try to do my best to honour your skills and technique ! Never let ont moron in the world allow to shit on your art. It's incredible ! It would be super to ever meet you at a tournament in Quebec or somewhere close. Take care and Merci pour tout !
Thanks so much brother! I appreciate the kind words. Next time I'm in at miniwargaming studios I'll need to set up a meet and greet for east coast fans! Play some games together and hang out!
In really happy you had fun! And super excited to see everything coming out. Here's to the start of a new era, and for many others finding inspiration like you did
I couldn't help but imagine myself in your position. Wow! I'm happy for you. I've been on disability for a while and somewhat recently got into the hobby. I've always been an artist, so the painting/sculpting/terrain building is what really matters to me about minis. Your story def give me hope... so, thanks.
Its a shame I missed you at Warhammer fest, but its great to see your journey and see your experience. I only went on the Monday with my father and we had a blast even with the queues. Looking forward to future uploads!
glad you guys had fun! It was a little wild and I didnt get to see a few people I hoped to
You did a fantastic job on this video and the miniature for Guy. You also have a really soothing voice for this haha. Much love from Australia, looking forward to what you show us next!
haha maybe I can break into that market of youtubers to fall asleep to?? move aside Luetin!
What a lovely story of how this wonderful hobby helps in so many ways. Love this
Midwinter Minis subscriber here, found your channel from them and can honestly say that I thoroughly enjoyed the video, the paint job was AMAZING!! Can't wait to binge your videos! Wishing you all the best!
Glad to have found your channel. Love the painting and the music!
Thanks so much man. Glad you're enjoying it!
Man this vid is what I needed, I was depressed since last year and my 8yo love art and asked me to get him wh40k and some paints, I love gaming but never got into table top but building those minis and painting them using your tutorials and many others in RUclips has been amazing for me, like you said something in July brain clicked finishing a mini feels soooo good and doing it with my son is an indescribable feeling I’m so happy to get your vids on my feed and subscribing to you thank you for everything any time I’m stressed I can come to your Chanel’s and other RUclipsrs and just relax and look at some awesome people painting minis, that means the world to me thanks for all your hard work
looked like fun!
It was! right up until the last day when I started to get random chills and hot flashes lol
Great longer format. Painting chops are A1. Thanks for sharing regarding anxiety and chronic pain. What a journey!
Love your stuff mate - keep it up!
Def using your Imperial Fst guide for some yellow "black" templars!
f yeah. Love me some imperial fist. Yellow is so satisfying to paint
Thanks for sharing your personal story and how you got into the hobby. It's always inspiring to hear how the hobby helps to heal body and soul.
Been waiting for this to drop hope you enjoyed your time in the uk hope you are feeling better mr maverick you are my inspiration in this mini world hehe
haha cov seems to be on its way out! Thanks brother
Very much looking forward to the Long-Form content! Thanks for sharing your story, I gained even more respect for you than I already had.
I LOVE your stuff man. All your success is deserved. Keep it up!!
Thank you so much man
I watch everything you make. Great eye for YT vids and the best intro/outro and background music of mini painters.
gerat work man! my first dive into your content was the BlueBerry having his head opened up! [you had in this video also - i still chuckled out loud seeing it again]>>> KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!
haha thanks man, glad youre enjoying the channel so far!
This was absolutely mind blowing. Easily one of the best models painted on here.
that's how i found hobby at 13yrs old when gw only had one store down on queen street. broken ankle wandering around looking for stuff to do cause i was bored and could read a book in a day watch a movie in 2 hours and the internet back then was only just starting and i had played through most video games that were released back then. but space hulk and painting minis well that got me, plus my first box of beakies!
Thank you for your service protecting your community as a firefighter. I'm happy you found this hobby dude, love your content!
such a powerful model!
I’ve said it before and i’ll say it again, man I’d love to sit down with you for an afternoon. Guy has helped me a lot with his videos, over the years since I’ve gotten back into the hobby.
Awesome video, man! That mini is beatiful. I actually feel the same way about painting. Depression is something straight out of the warp and the best way to fight it is to do something that makes you proud of yourself. I‘m still new to the hobby, but painting minis is giving me the self-esteem I‘ve been missing for quite some time.
Thank you very much for your openness and as I said your result is incredible. Midwinter Minis can consider themselves lucky.
Looks amazing! So happy that painting Warhammer have given you so much and OMG the skill you have!!!
This model reminds me of the scene where Conan gets his sword from the dead king sitting on his throne in the burial mound! Super cool!
You’re a cool guy and you should keep doing what you are. you’re probably now one of my idols
Too kind man, ill try not to disappoint
DUDE!! You were a firefighter?? My respect for you as a mini painter was high already, but now I'm convinced you're just a badass human! Your experience is incredibly inspiring and now more than ever I want to paint my Salamanders successor with utmost dilligence.
Dude! I relate so hard! even down to the starter set and MwM video!
Thats really awesome!
I'm glad this hobby is helping you with what must amount to something so fundamentally life-altering that I can barely even imagine it.
And I'm also glad we get some really amazing content out of it. I do agree, the community aspect is really important (ironic, when most of my hobby time is spent alone at my desk haha).
I've even thought about doing some videos of my own, but I don't know if I'd even have something new or interesting to talk about ...
Regardless, I'm looking forward to what the future on this channel holds.
Man thank you so much for this awesome video and honestly all of your content. I’m stoked you’re making longer format videos now cause your mini painting style is my all time favorite.
Also super excited to see how you’d do a battle report!
Superb! Can't wait to see more like this :)
glad you enjoyed!
A wonderfully honest and heartfelt video (along with an awesome paint job!).
I’ve watched your shorts for a few months now and then saw you in the recent Midwinter Minis video and it’s great to see you enjoying life and the hobby. Plus, you got to try Greggs too! As a Brit from Manchester living in Vancouver since 2009, I loved the snacks comparisons (and badly wanted a Greggs pasty after watching).
Anyway, keep doing what you do and many props to you, Maverick.
Wow. What an incredible story you have sir. I loved watching you paint this model (absolutely stunning work btw) and I love the 'horror' models you've made as well, I first saw them quite a while ago on instagram and was completely mind blown. I would love to see you document and talk through painting a whole army. Please don't stop, top tier content.
I can't believe that I didn't recognize you when you stood right in front of me taking a picture of Patty and then Guy and I. I guess my brain just went blank seeing a real-life space marine in front of me. Your videos were some of the first I watched when I seriously got into painting minis. I've been beating myself up over this so much as it clicked with me the moment after as I left the venue...
haha to be fair.. I havent really done much "face time" in videos so I totally understand. Plus, because of my anxiety, I was low key trying to fly under the radar hahaha
@@MaverickNicolson Well next year you won't at least fly under my radar :D
I've know about Warhammer for a while now but never had a driving force to take the plunge into the world. That was until I cam across your channel. The way you do your figures is truly inspirational, the battle damage and gore really paint a picture of the a world worth looking into. I'm so glad that you are going to be expanding into longer videos. I love watching your process because it is so informative, it makes me want to give painting a go. Also absolutely cannot wait to see your battle reports, the beautifully painted armies going at one another. I'm so excited for the future of this channel
ah man, youre making my day! Thanks so much for the beautiful words, I really appreciate them. Glad youre enjoying the content and I hope to bring much more!
Great video. I've always found modelling and painting minis to be fantastic therapy and a brief escape from the harsh reality of work and the real world. I've been a rural firefighter so you've got my thumbs up! Look forward to more videos in the future.
Guy inspired me to paint my eldar the way I did I'd love to meet him. Its mad how small the hobby makes the world great informative video dude
Great paint job and inspiring story. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks! You are an inspiration.
Damn man, thanks so much for that!
This was a great video! Thank you for sharing your story with the community.
thanks for listening!
I do not follow your style of painting but I am always amazed of your work. Hearing what you have been through and how you manage to get over it make me admire you so much. Congrats on everything.
Ah I appreciate it so much man. Thank you 😊
Trovarion, midwinter minis bricky and you are the inspirations pushing me in this rabbit hole
haha but its a good rabbit hole! Its cozy down here
@Mavericks Paint i dunno my necrons black legion and death guard are really mad at my tyranid combat patrol right now hahaha
As someone who also suffered debilitating back pain for two years, I can understand how much of a mental health abyss it can leave one in. (Thankfully, when the issue was finally properly diagnosed, it was a simple matter of correcting it with surgery. I've been pain-free and fully mobile for years now. Here's hoping you can get the treatment you need.)
Amazing video, love the stories driving what you do
glad you enjoyed!
Loved this!! Looking forward to seeing more content 🔥
coming up!
Wow, that paint job is fantastic.
thanks so much!