Quote Originally Posted by Rizhail View Post
Does anyone here have any experience with painting iridescent effects on minis, either using actual iridescent/opalescent paints or simply mimicking the effects with standard paints?
The Gem paints are a pain in the arse. I got a pretty decent effect painting a Knight-Azyros cherry red, and I will never try to do it again because the same effect can now be done using Contrast paints:

Leadbelcher > Drybrush Runefang > Contrast Paint of your choice.
I have to say, however, that I couldn't get it the way I wanted it, and have given up doing that.

You can do the same thing with Glazes. It's basically the same result.

Also be aware that GW produces gloss shades now. They have their place. I've never used a gloss wash in my life. But I suppose this would be a good time.

Specifically: if you’ve ever used an iridescent/opalescent paint, do you have a favorite brand/type and how has it worked for you?
A friend of mine used iridescent paint to paint a Wraithknight. It didn't look very good.