Quarterly Challenge

One Hue Challenge quarterly challenge from 7/24 to 10/1

Imagine that one day when you enter your studio you notice that all your painted miniatures are gone. Surprisingly, the paint thieving goblins have not been so evil and have left some paints behind. “Which ones?" you ask yourself. They’ve left your favorite color, black and white. What will you be able to do with just these components?  In this quarterly challenge you will have to see how you can manage to paint a miniature with this totally limited palette!

Your task is to paint a complete miniature using only one hue for the third quarter of 2024. You can only use one color, black and white. For some added flexibility, you can replace white and/or black with similar options. For example, instead of using Titanium White, you can use Vallejo Ice Yellow. The entire miniature will have to be painted within this restriction. This will test your ability to create depth, detail and interest with a limited palette.

Submission Requirements

  • The model can be any type of scale! 
  • The model can be from any brand! 
  • You can only use three paints
    • If you’re not sure if the near white, and near black options you’ve selected qualify, ping a moderator and ask!

    You want additional points, don't you? Those damn paint-stealing goblins have decided to put up some additional challenges: 

    • OSL Effect: Could you try to make an Object Source Lighting with just these shades? What is left from the OSL effect when you remove color?

      What happens if my favorite color is black or white… or even gray?

      • As we said before, you can use a neutral or similar hue black and white! Have fun experimenting with different colors to create something new and interesting! Just make sure you don't make your figure into a pure white and black art piece! Mix mix mix! 

      When does it need to be finished?

    • October 1, 2024.
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      Can I use models already painted?

      • Models must be new, assembled, or primed at the start of the challenge.
      • You cannot use models painted before the quarterly as part of an army submission. Painting an entire army from scratch is required.

      What scale can we choose?

      • You can choose any miniature of any scale and from any brand you want! 

      Can the miniature be 3D printed? Or must it be a plastic, metal or resin-casted type?

      • You can choose any miniature you want!! 

      Point System Refresher

      If you need a refresher, here is the point system: http://bit.ly/miniac-point-system

      Get ready to embark on this monochromatic adventure and show off your one-color painting prowess. Good luck, and happy mixing!!!