Step into the trenches of creativity, storytelling, and hobby wargaming. I’m completely new to the world of wargaming and 40K, having started in late 2024. Shovel and Brush is my way of diving headfirst into the grimdark universe.
This has quickly become more than just a hobby for me, it’s a form of therapy and a way to stay “engaged” (alive). After spending a bit of time in the military, I found painting miniatures, crafting terrain, and weaving narratives to be a creative outlet that supports my little mental health struggle bus.
What You’ll Discover Here:
- Display Case & Projects: Completed miniatures, terrain builds, and creative experiments. Each project has its own gallery and insights into the techniques used.
- Narrative Resources: Tools, mission frameworks, and storytelling techniques for crafting immersive Warhammer 40k and Kill Team campaigns.
- Blog: Hobby reflections, personal insights, and behind-the-scenes thoughts on the creative process. And of course, a few step-by-step breakdowns of painting, terrain crafting, and hobby skills.
I started this journey as a way to stay busy, focus my creativity, and build something meaningful. This site is a space to share that experience, whether you’re here for inspiration, storytelling tools, or just to see what’s next on the workbench.
Welcome to Shovel and Brush. Pick up your brush, grab a shovel, and let’s get to work.