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The importance of a dedicated setup
(sh.itjust.works)
I've moved 3 times in the past 3 years, and only now do I have a dedicated small table for the miniature hobby. I have made more progress painting in 5 days than I did in the past year!
I think the most important part (for me) is to have a setup where I can just have my WIP there, ready to be worked on instantly. The less friction to start painting, the easier I'll start.
The Skadis board is also great for paint and tools, especially if you have a 3D printer. Having every pots visible when I get into my office makes me want to paint!
How soon in your hobby did you get a dedicated setup? For those that don't, how do you manage the setup time?
I don’t have that setup but I went through a similar path. I had a dedicated spot downstairs but I find I paint in small sprints, usually 10-30 minutes at a time and I found it annoying to keep running back and forth downstairs. My wife got me an MDF painting tray for Christmas with spots for paint and brushes and a little working area. It’s been nice to be upstairs and spend more time with family while painting.