Wow, that's not an easy answer. We will post some examples of Tyranid sculpting on this site, but to learn the art of sculpting, you should consider a dedicated forum for that, such as the 1listsculpting Yahoo! group.

While there are some smaller breeds of cattle such as the Highland Cattle, and some breeders are trying to cross breeds to get exotic pelts and size, essentially there are four breeds of Miniature Beef Cattle that are pure blood: Irish Dexter's: A line of truly miniature cattle from Ireland. By and large they are solid black or a dark red. Two frame type exist, one line is long legged while the other line is short legged. When you breed them you will get one or the other looks in this cow. See similar questions...

There are 3 general catagories of miniatures which are the Miniature Line, My Little Line & Little Line. The difference between these catagories is the size of each: Description: The Miniature Line is the smallest category of miniatures. Each of these items is approximately 4 ?" in length. Description: The My Little Line is the next largest category of miniatures. These items are approximately 6" in length. See similar questions...

Wiring, a relatively modern method of instructing bonsai trunks and branches into the desired forms, has become commonly accepted. It is often used in place of, or in conjunction with the traditional methods of long-term pruning and hemp-rope binding. Copper wire that has first been annealed in a low-temperature fire is preferred. After it has cooled, it is wrapped around the branches in the direction the branch is to be bent. See similar questions...

In the recent past, my studio has specialized in the smallest and highly detailed figures used by table top hobby and game companies around the world. Current commisions are measuring up to a foot and a half in height. Larger sculptures are also made for galleries. See similar questions...

A good question because in fact while today's figures are called 25mm or 28mm there are variations in size. Most of our older figures are larger than 'true' 25mm and are a little smaller that today's 28mm figures but will still fit in alongside. AMS ranges are 28mm. We have now started to add scale information to the catalogue and where available this is shown in the range listings or when you press the "Info" button. See similar questions...

No, the miniatures are delivered in bare metal for you to paint yourself or for a painter to do it for you. We can put you in touch with painters if you wish. email: painters@amazonminiatures.com. Also check our painters web page See similar questions...

These models contain LEAD which may be HARMFUL if chewed or swallowed. They are NOT toys and are NOT RECOMMENDED for young children. See similar questions...

Wow, that's not an easy answer. We will post some examples of Tyranid painting on this site, but to learn the art of painting, you should consider a dedicated forum for that, such as the mini-painter Yahoo! group. See similar questions...

The discussion about the differences, real and imagined, between board and miniatures wargaming is a well-worn one. For inclusion in the database, a miniatures game must come with sufficient components to play the game. So far, not many that do this have been identified. The most notable exception is Car Wars, which is very clearly a miniatures game...that comes with a map & counters. See similar questions...

It's an acquired skill. To convert a miniature requires a lot of imagination, steady hands, patience, and a few out-of-the-ordinary tools. Costumes have to be obliterated, faces changed, weapons removed or added or changed. In all honesty, the processes involved are more numerous than can be addressed in this FAQ. Therefore, only the most common modifications will be addressed. See similar questions...

You actually want to keep the paperclay on the dryer side while you sculpt. Very wet paperclay will get mushy, stick to your fingers and makes sculpting difficult. Washing your hands and tools often during the sculpting process also helps with the mess. See similar questions...

The original 25-mm figures produced by various companies since the ’70’s, as well as new figures, were available from PHD Games, but they haven’t produced any miniatures for several years. Talk of someone else picking up the miniatures line has been circulating for awhile. News of a new range is available on this site in the Miniatures section. See similar questions...

Eureka Miniatures, a company in Australia, has begun production of a new line of 28mm Tekumel miniatures. See their web page (http://eurekamin.com.au/downloads.php?newsid=EEyAuyZklFgBWFUDzB) for more info and photos. These miniatures are available direct from Eureka Miniatures, from Tita's House of Games, from The original 25-mm figures produced by various companies since the '70's, as well as new figures, were available from PHD Games, but they haven't produced any miniatures for several years. See similar questions...

The miniatures I make are collectors pieces and therefore would not be suitable for very young children. See similar questions...

You can use just about any tool to sculpt the clay. You can even get great free tools that work beautifully from your dentist. Ask for any dental tools they no longer use and are getting rid of. You can also find these at some swap meets for just a few dollars each. You can also purchase sculpting tools from the craft/art store. Look in the cake decoration section. I use several tools that are designed for sculpting gum paste flowers. See similar questions...