Color-Theme Version 1:
Basic Tiles two tone scheme
After some consideration, I decided to paint my first Dungeon Tiles (Basic Tiles) using a two-tone scheme:
The large stone tiles are done in a cool, bluish grey, while the smaller in-between tiles get a warm terracotta red-brown.
This helps highlight the distinct structure of this floor set, which features two different tile types.
I had already painted an earlier set of Dungeon Tiles through a lot of trial and error. Now, the challenge was to paint new prints in a way that blends seamlessly with the existing ones. Since the Lava Tiles (see Painting Guide) use the same base elements, they match the Basic Tiles well – and I wanted to complete everything in one go.
As with any large dungeon project, new prints need to match older pieces to maintain a consistent look. In addition to the standard tiles, I also had to repaint several Lava Tiles. Since I worked on all of them at the same time, you’ll find a few photos from both sets below.
1. Priming Black and painting first grey layer
After priming everything in black, I mixed a bluish grey that closely matches the overall tone of my previously painted tiles. I used this as the main color for all the larger stone tiles.
2. Brown Base Layer
Brown to paint the dirt and soil between the tiles and as a primer for the small terracotta tiles. I went very rough here, as later highlights will hide the mistakes
3. First Gray Lightening
I have now lightened the bluish gray tone a little and added a slightly warmer shade of gray (Gargoyle Gray).
4. Second Gray Lightening
In order to get closer to the previously painted tiles, a further brightening follows to set accents and create more depth.
6. Painting the small Bricks
To achieve a terracotta look, the brown base coat is followed by a round of dry brushing with Fur Brown. As you can see in the pictures, it doesn’t come 100% close to my first attempt, but the overall impression is right for my taste.
