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This week Bruce and Magnus are joined by Martin Collier, prolific painter and one of the founders of the Fen Model Show. We get into it, talking through everything from painting styles to the realities of building a model show and fostering a community.
01:15 Martin's Journey in Miniature Painting05:31 Transitioning Styles and Techniques08:34 Bridging Historical and Fantasy Painting11:11 The Importance of Exposure to Different Styles15:06 The Role of Competition in Artistic Growth18:33 Using Disappointment as Motivation23:38 The Importance of Motivation in Competitions29:04 Understanding Competition Standards29:59 Balancing Time and Quality in Painting37:30 Maintaining Connection to Your Projects41:34 The Evolution of a Model Show48:16 Fostering Community Through Creativity55:26 The Essence of Creativity in Painting58:21 The Importance of Creativity in the Hobby01:01:18 Future of the Hobby: Growth and Challenges01:08:15 Navigating Competition and Categories01:18:19 Emotional Investment in the Hobby
Martin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/martin_fen_model_show_/Fen Model Show: https://fenmodelshow.co.uk/
