Our Artists

The Spruegoons Podcast (Official Sponsored by Orange Brushes!)

We created Sprue Goons to share our love for the miniature hobby. We love painting anything from Warhammer to Star Wars Legion. We’re big fans of smaller games too and love to promote games we enjoy playing! Our aim is to share content that people love to watch and is ultimately fun!

Darren
I’ve always been interested in miniature painting but I really got into the hobby back in 2021. Since we created Sprue Goons I’ve really tried to push myself as a painter with the aim of making fun, easy to follow painting videos for the community. I’ve always got ideas for future projects on the go with the aim always being to give something back to the community. The podcast is a great outlet for us both and gives a chance to let you learn from our mistakes and experience (good or bad!).

Dickie
I’ve been painting miniatures for too long now (around 25 years!). It’s something that’s always interested me and since I first picked a brush up I’ve never put it down. I’m always looking for new techniques and ways to improve, as well as trying to convince Darren to start new game systems... The podcast is great for me to share the knowledge I’ve gained from being in and around the hobby for so long. I hope some of it is useful!

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Dave aka 41stMillenium_Dave

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I’m Dave and I’ve been painting (sometimes badly) Games workshop miniatures for over 20 Years!

I paint predominantly Box art style Warhammer 40K and Warhammer Age of Sigmar miniatures. Focusing in the last 2-3 years on improving my painting and less on bigger army projects. 

I bought my first set of Orange Brushes in August 2024 and since then I have painted exclusively with the size 1, 0 & 00 through choice to see what I can do with them. I am really happy with the results I have seen using Orange Brushes and genuinely believe for the price point they are a perfect place to start pushing your own ability. 

I think they’re also counted as 1 of your 5 a day!? (Don’t quote me on that)

84Paints

Instagram

I’m a passionate Warhammer painter who found my outlet through miniature painting after a hectic career running my own IT business. As much as I thrive in the fast-paced world of tech, I’ve always needed something to unwind and channel my focus – and that’s where painting came in.
I’ve always had a soft spot for Space Marines, especially the iconic, detailed power armour, and In the last two years spent countless hours perfecting my skills in the Eavy Metal style. Over time, however, I began to gravitate towards painting flesh and non metallic armour with its more fluid paintbrush approach, this is allowing me to explore new techniques and refine my craft adding it to my crispy edge highlights. It’s a true reflection of my growth as an artist – embracing challenges, experimenting with textures, and stepping outside the rigid lines of power armour.

Now, with the support of my amazing sponsor, Orange Brushes, I’m pushing the boundaries of what I can achieve with every brushstroke. Whether it’s sculpting the finest details of a Space Marine’s helmet or bringing life to a soft, natural tone in a model’s skin, I’m always striving to improve and share my passion with the world. Thanks for joining me on this journey!

Bee Jasmine

Instagram

Hi I'm Bee, a miniature painter and Gunpla builder focusing on Warhammer 40K. I love painting creative and colourful miniatures. I am best known for my girly pop army which consists of pastel coloured 40K minis. I started painting in June 2024 and haven't been able to put down a brush since. My hope is to inspire other people to paint whatever they like and not be scared to be different in this hobby.

Simon Jones

Instagram

I've been a miniature painter forever, I've been a commission miniature painter for about 10 years, I've been a full-time commission painter for about 7 of those years. I'm still learning how to paint tiny toy soldiers everyday and I love every minute of it! I'm absolutely passionate pushing myself to get better every time I sit at the paint table. I'm super happy to be sponsored by Orange Brushes, the quality and cost of the brushes are spot on.

I started painting miniatures in 2018 and have always been focused on pushing the limits of what I can achieve in terms of quality. I predominantly paint Warhammer 40K models, but remain open to other systems too.

For many years I have survived using cheap synthetic brushes, but have become increasingly aware of their limits. My painting leans towards that of 'Eavy Metal style, so the precision and longevity of sable hair brushes will be key in getting better results from my hobby.

Ross AKA Hellglazer

Instagram

A Glasgow based miniature painter and occasional tabletop gamer. It all started for me back in 1998 when I was gifted the 40k 3rd edition box set for Christmas. From there my journey in to the grim dark began (with a small hiatus in my teenage years in the mix of course). 

My core focus is on display painting and showing off my work to a quickly growing Instagram audience. I’m also breaking in to video tutorials with a budding YouTube audience. I’m hoping to break down the  barriers to entry for display painting to help unlock peoples potential.

My core focus is on painting miniatures from the Warhammer universe; 40k and Age of Sigmar to the best of my abilities. I have adopted Games Workshops ‘eavy metal style as my main aesthetic, but I’m always looking to push beyond my capabilities to inject my own flair. 

With Orange Brushes support I am able to continue raising the bar for myself and help others learn how to grow in this wonderful hobby.

Jenny H AKA JennyPaintsMinis

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I have been painting miniatures for almost 2 years now after being convinced by colleagues to try it out having never been a massively artistic person. I mostly paint 40k and AoS but have also recently branched out into trying 3d printed models! 

I am mostly known for my love of all things Nurgle. The great Unclean one being one of my best models painted to date! 

I bought my first Orange Brushes about 5 months ago and they are all I have used since! They hold their shape well and are incredible for every part of the painting process. My detailing has gotten so much better using Orange brushes!