The miniature, from creation to the gaming table
Before a miniature reaches the gaming table, it goes through quite a few stages.
How is it made? How can a few colours bring it to life? And once it is finished, why not send it straight off on an adventure?
During the Brussels Games Festival, meet passionate creators who will introduce you to the many sides of the miniature world, from 3D printing and painting all the way to gaming.
When miniatures take shape
Everything starts, of course, with the miniature itself. Behind these little characters are techniques, machines, but also a great deal of craftsmanship.
Scaleton Factory
For a successful miniature painting activity, you obviously need… miniatures!
That is where Scaleton Factory comes in. Specialising in the production of high-quality resin miniatures, Scaleton usually works with board game and role-playing game creators, offering a fast, flexible and local 3D printing service with particular attention paid to fine details.
A great opportunity to discover these creations in their unpainted form before, perhaps, adding a few colours yourself.
The Acolyte Wargame
Behind The Acolyte Wargame is Robin, whose passion for miniatures goes all the way back to childhood. A passion that has now become a genuine craft.
From his workshop in Walhain, Robin designs and creates scenery, buildings and accessories for miniature games. He also offers a high-definition resin 3D printing service. Whether fantasy, science fiction or historical gaming, his work aims to combine fine detail, immersion and playability.
During the festival, come and discover his work, his creations and the possibilities that 3D printing now offers within the world of miniature gaming.
And now, pick up your brushes!
The miniature is here. It has been printed, it is full of detail… but it is still a little monochrome.
A few brushstrokes later, however, it can look completely different.
Throughout the festival, IpsoFactory and François will welcome you to discover miniature painting, share their techniques and help you give it a try yourself.
No need to have painted an entire army already. Beginners are more than welcome.
IpsoFactory
Have you always wanted to add some colour to your miniatures but never really known where to start?
IpsoFactory will guide you through your first brushstrokes and share her passion and techniques with you.
A fan of Warhammer: The Old World and particularly fond of greenskins, she started painting miniatures in 2024. Since then, every new model has been an opportunity to experiment, improve and, above all, enjoy a passion she loves sharing with others.
During the festival, take a seat at her table, choose your colours and bring your miniature to life at your own pace.
François
François is a passionate amateur painter who picked up his brushes again three years ago, inspired in particular by the work of Spanish artist Juan Sanz, Elminiaturista.
3D-printed resin miniatures, Games Workshop figures, Zombicide, Marvel and many others now find their way under his brushes.
During the festival, François will be happy to share his techniques, tips and experiences. Because miniature painting is also about trying things out, experimenting and sometimes making mistakes before starting again.
Whether you want to paint, ask questions or simply chat about miniatures and painting, feel free to stop by his table.
What if your miniature went on an adventure?
Roncenoire, by Le Donjon Ludique
Now that you have discovered how miniatures are made and brought to life, there is only one thing left to do: send them on an adventure!
Le Donjon Ludique invites you to discover Roncenoire, its prototype for a solo and cooperative adventure game with miniatures. Explore dungeons, face their inhabitants and discover a game that is still very much in development.
Come and test the prototype during the festival and share your feedback with its creator.
