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SOLD OUT - however, if you wish to be waitlisted, please email requests@verkosvault.com with the name and date of the workshop and your name.This workshop will focus on developing intermediate to advanced miniature painting skills through a complete, structured approach on a smaller-scale piece (75mm). We will work in depth on: Skin tones, exploring contrasts, temperature, value structure, tonal variations and realism. Non-metallic metal (NMM) will be covered with an emphasis on light placement and sharp value control. Techniques for texture and material distinction, including surfaces such as leather, fur, wood, bone and worn materials. Colour theory will be applied throughout the process to ensure harmony and visual impact, alongside composition principles to guide focal points and readability at scale. The goal is to refine brush control, improve decision-making, and strengthen your overall painting process on a compact piece where every choice matters. Albert Moreto Font Albert Moreto Font is a painter and sculptor of fantasy miniatures based in Barcelona. He began painting at age ten and has gone on to become one of the most decorated competitors in miniature painting, holding three Golden Demon Slayer Swords — won in 2006, 2023, and 2025 — along with Best of Painting and Best of Fantasy at Monte San Savino. He is known for his ultra-refined finish, sophisticated use of color and light, and extensive kitbashing and sculpting work.   Details: Location: 11402 Dean Martin Drive, Las Vegas, NV Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM each workshop day Lunch: Included on workshop days Model: Included What to Bring: Your preferred brushes and paints. Everything else is provided, including classroom paints, palettes, and lighting. Our retail store is on-site and stocked with brushes, paints, and supplies in case you need anything on the day. Parking: Available on-site Museum Preview: All workshop attendees will receive an exclusive preview tour of Verko's Vault Museum before we open to the public later this year. Age Requirement: This workshop is open to adults and responsible teenagers. Photography: Verko's Vault may be photographing and filming during the workshop for promotional purposes. By registering you consent to appearing in promotional materials. If you have concerns please contact us at requests@verkosvault.com prior to the event. Cancellation & Refund Policy Cancellations by You: Event and workshop registrations are non-refundable. However, if you notify us at least 14 days in advance, we may be able to transfer your spot to another person or credit toward a future workshop (at our discretion). Cancellations by Us: If we cancel or reschedule, you may choose a refund or transfer to a future event.  

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SOLD OUT - however, if you wish to be waitlisted, please email requests@verkosvault.com with the name and date of the workshop and your name. Bundle this workshop with Albert Moreto Font's workshop to save $100!This workshop will focus on the importance of value. Mastering this is vital to create depth, form and focus, all of which are essential in producing stunning figures/busts. Whether you’re looking to refine your technique or deepen your understanding of figure painting, this class promises an immersive and enriching experience with one of the best in the field. Erik Swinson Erik Swinson is a professional miniature painter and instructor based in Virginia Beach, USA. One of the most decorated artists in this space, his competition record includes Best of Show at Monte San Savino and Best of Show Fantasy at World Model Expo Versailles 2025, as well as numerous accolades in Masters painting across major shows. He currently serves as a judge at many of the most prestigious international competitions. He is also the author of The Art of Erik Swinson, and is widely recognized for his mastery of light and shadow. Details: Location: 11402 Dean Martin Drive, Las Vegas, NV Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM each workshop day Lunch: Included on workshop days Model: Included What to Bring: Your preferred brushes and paints. Everything else is provided, including classroom paints, palettes, and lighting. Our retail store is on-site and stocked with brushes, paints, and supplies in case you need anything on the day. Parking: Available on-site Museum Preview: All workshop attendees will receive an exclusive preview tour of Verko's Vault Museum before we open to the public later this year. Age Requirement: This workshop is open to adults and responsible teenagers. Photography: Verko's Vault may be photographing and filming during the workshop for promotional purposes. By registering you consent to appearing in promotional materials. If you have concerns please contact us at requests@verkosvault.com prior to the event. Cancellation & Refund Policy Cancellations by You: Event and workshop registrations are non-refundable. However, if you notify us at least 14 days in advance, we may be able to transfer your spot to another person or credit toward a future workshop (at our discretion). Cancellations by Us: If we cancel or reschedule, you may choose a refund or transfer to a future event.

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This workshop with Michał “Lan” Pisarski of Lan Studio focuses on two of the most important visual anchors in display miniature painting: the face and the metal. Students will study how to create convincing light, volume, and focal points through controlled face painting and advanced non-metallic metal techniques. The class will cover light distribution in NMM, how to place reflections so metal reads clearly, and how to use color and texture to make metallic surfaces feel more believable and visually interesting. The workshop will also explore how to combine brush and airbrush work effectively, using each tool where it is strongest rather than treating them as separate approaches. Students can expect a practical, technique-focused class centered on observation, light placement, surface character, and clean execution. Topics include: Face painting as a focal point Light distribution in non-metallic metal Color choices and texturing for painted metal Combining brush and airbrush techniques The workshop figure will be provided and is a lovely exclusive bust by Thorbjorn Barone.You will also have the opportunity to get a preview tour of the Museum before it opens. Instructor Bio Michał “Lan” Pisarski is a Polish miniature painter and box artist. He is known for high-level display painting, expressive faces, and advanced non-metallic metal work. His competition record includes multiple Golden Demon awards, including gold-winning entries at Warhammer Fest, and major Crystal Brush recognition, including first place overall at Crystal Brush 2018 for Apocalypse. His teaching work includes video masterclasses focused on non-metallic metal and box-art quality painting. Michał’s work is especially respected for its dramatic light placement, refined surfaces, and painterly approach to metal, skin, and atmosphere. Details: Location: 11402 Dean Martin Drive, Las Vegas, NV Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM each workshop day Lunch: Included on workshop days Model: Included What to Bring: Your preferred brushes and paints. Everything else is provided, including classroom paints, palettes, and lighting. Our retail store is on-site and stocked with brushes, paints, and supplies in case you need anything on the day. Parking: Available on-site Museum Preview: All workshop attendees will receive an exclusive preview tour of Verko's Vault Museum before we open to the public later this year. Age Requirement: This workshop is open to adults and responsible teenagers. Photography: Verko's Vault may be photographing and filming during the workshop for promotional purposes. By registering you consent to appearing in promotional materials. If you have concerns please contact us at requests@verkosvault.com prior to the event. Cancellation & Refund Policy Cancellations by You: Event and workshop registrations are non-refundable. However, if you notify us at least 14 days in advance, we may be able to transfer your spot to another person or credit toward a future workshop (at our discretion). Cancellations by Us: If we cancel or reschedule, you may choose a refund or transfer to a future event.

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This workshop with Michał “Lan” Pisarski of Lan Studio focuses on two of the most important visual anchors in display miniature painting: the face and the metal. Students will study how to create convincing light, volume, and focal points through controlled face painting and advanced non-metallic metal techniques. The class will cover light distribution in NMM, how to place reflections so metal reads clearly, and how to use color and texture to make metallic surfaces feel more believable and visually interesting. The workshop will also explore how to combine brush and airbrush work effectively, using each tool where it is strongest rather than treating them as separate approaches. Students can expect a practical, technique-focused class centered on observation, light placement, surface character, and clean execution. Topics include: Face painting as a focal point Light distribution in non-metallic metal Color choices and texturing for painted metal Combining brush and airbrush techniques The workshop figure will be provided and is a lovely exclusive bust by Thorbjorn Barone.You will also have the opportunity to get a preview tour of the Museum before it opens. Instructor Bio Michał “Lan” Pisarski is a Polish miniature painter and box artist. He is known for high-level display painting, expressive faces, and advanced non-metallic metal work. His competition record includes multiple Golden Demon awards, including gold-winning entries at Warhammer Fest, and major Crystal Brush recognition, including first place overall at Crystal Brush 2018 for Apocalypse. His teaching work includes video masterclasses focused on non-metallic metal and box-art quality painting. Michał’s work is especially respected for its dramatic light placement, refined surfaces, and painterly approach to metal, skin, and atmosphere. Details: Location: 11402 Dean Martin Drive, Las Vegas, NV Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM each workshop day Lunch: Included on workshop days Model: Included What to Bring: Your preferred brushes and paints. Everything else is provided, including classroom paints, palettes, and lighting. Our retail store is on-site and stocked with brushes, paints, and supplies in case you need anything on the day. Parking: Available on-site Museum Preview: All workshop attendees will receive an exclusive preview tour of Verko's Vault Museum before we open to the public later this year. Age Requirement: This workshop is open to adults and responsible teenagers. Photography: Verko's Vault may be photographing and filming during the workshop for promotional purposes. By registering you consent to appearing in promotional materials. If you have concerns please contact us at requests@verkosvault.com prior to the event. Communications: By signing up you understand you may receive communications relating to this event. Cancellation & Refund Policy Cancellations by You: Event and workshop registrations are non-refundable. However, if you notify us at least 14 days in advance, we may be able to transfer your spot to another person or credit toward a future workshop (at our discretion). Cancellations by Us: If we cancel or reschedule, you may choose a refund or transfer to a future event.

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This workshop will focus on the importance of value. Mastering this is vital to create depth, form and focus, all of which are essential in producing stunning figures/busts. Whether you’re looking to refine your technique or deepen your understanding of figure painting, this class promises an immersive and enriching experience with one of the best in the field. Erik Swinson Erik Swinson is a professional miniature painter and instructor based in Virginia Beach, USA. One of the most decorated artists in this space, his competition record includes Best of Show at Monte San Savino and Best of Show Fantasy at World Model Expo Versailles 2025, as well as numerous accolades in Masters painting across major shows. He currently serves as a judge at many of the most prestigious international competitions. He is also the author of The Art of Erik Swinson, and is widely recognized for his mastery of light and shadow. Details: Location: 11402 Dean Martin Drive, Las Vegas, NV Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM each workshop day Lunch: Included on workshop days Model: Included What to Bring: Your preferred brushes and paints. Everything else is provided, including classroom paints, palettes, and lighting. Our retail store is on-site and stocked with brushes, paints, and supplies in case you need anything on the day. Parking: Available on-site Museum Preview: All workshop attendees will receive an exclusive preview tour of Verko's Vault Museum before we open to the public later this year. Age Requirement: This workshop is open to adults and responsible teenagers. Photography: Verko's Vault may be photographing and filming during the workshop for promotional purposes. By registering you consent to appearing in promotional materials. If you have concerns please contact us at requests@verkosvault.com prior to the event. Cancellation & Refund Policy Cancellations by You: Event and workshop registrations are non-refundable. However, if you notify us at least 14 days in advance, we may be able to transfer your spot to another person or credit toward a future workshop (at our discretion). Cancellations by Us: If we cancel or reschedule, you may choose a refund or transfer to a future event.

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Discover how easy and fun airbrushing can be while taking your fantasy miniatures to the next level. In this workshop, you'll learn how to create rich, vibrant colors with fluorescent paints, blend seamlessly between airbrush and brushwork, and paint dramatic ambient lighting effects that make your models stand out. Whether you're just starting with an airbrush or looking to expand your skills, you'll leave with practical techniques, a fresh perspective on color, and a better understanding of the artistic principles behind eye-catching box art. The workshop includes a prepared model of La'Vanya from Mihausz Studios.  Topics include: Achieving rich saturation through fluorescent paints Airbrush techniques Transitioning from airbrush to brushwork Creating ambience Philosophy of boxart painting You will also have the opportunity to get a preview tour of the Museum before it opens. Instructor Bio Michał “Mihausz” Szymeczko is an award winning Polish miniature painter and box artist. He is known for high-level display painting and eye-catching use of color, free-hands, and detailed basing. Details: Location: 11402 Dean Martin Drive, Las Vegas, NV Hours: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM each workshop day Lunch: Included on workshop days Model: Included What to Bring: Your preferred brushes and paints, and your own airbrush and quick connect if you have one (if you don't, one can be provided). Everything else is provided, including classroom paints, palettes, and lighting. Our retail store is on-site and stocked with brushes, paints, and supplies in case you need anything on the day. Parking: Available on-site Museum Preview: All workshop attendees will receive an exclusive preview tour of Verko's Vault Museum before we open to the public later this year. Age Requirement: This workshop is open to adults and responsible teenagers. Photography: Verko's Vault may be photographing and filming during the workshop for promotional purposes. By registering you consent to appearing in promotional materials. If you have concerns please contact us at requests@verkosvault.com prior to the event. Cancellation & Refund Policy Cancellations by You: Event and workshop registrations are non-refundable. However, if you notify us at least 14 days in advance, we may be able to transfer your spot to another person or credit toward a future workshop (at our discretion). Cancellations by Us: If we cancel or reschedule, you may choose a refund or transfer to a future event.

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SOLD OUT - however, if you wish to be waitlisted, please email requests@verkosvault.com with the name and date of the workshop and your name. Bundle: Albert Moreto Font + Erik Swinson Workshops 4 Days | July 22–26, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV Two world-class masters. Four extraordinary days. Save $100 when you bundle both workshops. This is a rare opportunity to learn from two of the finest miniature painting instructors in the world — back to back, in an intimate setting limited to just 18 students per class. Experience a preview tour of Verko's Vault Museum before we open our doors to the public later this year, with the chance to view hundreds of exceptional miniatures up close and hear directly from master artists about the processes and techniques that went into creating them. Wednesday – Thursday, July 22–23 Instruction with Albert Moreto Font Friday, July 24 Open day — explore Las Vegas or return to the museum at your leisure Saturday – Sunday, July 25–26 Instruction with Erik Swinson   Albert Moreto Font Albert Moreto Font is a painter and sculptor of fantasy miniatures based in Barcelona. He began painting at age ten and has gone on to become one of the most decorated competitors in miniature painting, holding three Golden Demon Slayer Swords — won in 2006, 2023, and 2025 — along with Best of Painting and Best of Fantasy at Monte San Savino. He is known for his ultra-refined finish, sophisticated use of color and light, and extensive kitbashing and sculpting work.   Erik Swinson Erik Swinson is a professional miniature painter and instructor based in Virginia Beach, USA. One of the most decorated artists in this space, his competition record includes Best of Show at Monte San Savino and Best of Show Fantasy at World Model Expo Versailles 2025, as well as numerous accolades in Masters painting across major shows. He currently serves as a judge at many of the most prestigious international competitions. He is also the author of The Art of Erik Swinson, and is widely recognized for his mastery of light and shadow. Details:   Location: 11402 Dean Martin Drive, Las Vegas, NV Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM each workshop day Lunch: Included on workshop days Model: Included What to Bring: Your preferred brushes and paints. Everything else is provided, including classroom paints, palettes, and lighting. Our retail store is on-site and stocked with brushes, paints, and supplies in case you need anything on the day. Parking: Available on-site Museum Preview: All workshop attendees will receive an exclusive preview tour of Verko's Vault Museum before we open to the public later this year. Age Requirement:   This workshop is open to adults and responsible teenagers. Photography: Verko's Vault may be photographing and filming during the workshop for promotional purposes. By registering you consent to appearing in promotional materials. If you have concerns please contact us at requests@verkosvault.com prior to the event. Cancellation & Refund Policy Cancellations by You: Event and workshop registrations are non-refundable. However, if you notify us at least 14 days in advance, we may be able to transfer your spot to another person or credit toward a future workshop (at our discretion). Cancellations by Us: If we cancel or reschedule, you may choose a refund or transfer to a future event.

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