Grant Mantin

Grant Mantin

Grant Mantin is an accomplished miniature painter celebrated for bringing realistic painting to the miniature world. His artistic journey began in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. He now dedicates himself to high-quality single figures for display. Grant's commitment expanded to the intricate art of painting dioramas, busts, and display miniatures. His talents have garnered recognition, including best in show, three first-place honors, and two second-place honors at Soonercon and Extra Life competitions. For Grant, it's more than just accolades. Each miniature is an opportunity to learn a new technique. Every paint stroke is a gateway to new insights, driving him to refine his craft. Beyond miniature painting, Grant enjoys playing World of Warcraft and practicing indoor rock climbing. He is a self-proclaimed Disney adult and loves traveling the World. In his downtime, he cherishes every moment spent with his partner.


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Grant Mantin’s Schedule

Saturday 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM Bedlam 1 (Hotel Side) Workshop

Miniature Painting: Values and Volumes

This class will teach you how to render the three main material types—matte, satin, and gloss—across fundamental shapes like cubes, cylinders, and spheres. We will review award-winning Golden Demon miniatures to study volumetric highlighting, lighting gradients, and environmental reflections. Finally, we will put these concepts into practice through guided painting sessions focused on non-metallic metal, skin, and clothing. By mastering these key takeaways, you will gain the advanced skills needed to bring your miniature artwork to life with high-level realism.


This workshop is a ticketed event. Visit soonercon.com/workshops for more information and to RSVP for this event. Note: Some workshops incur an additional fee to attend.

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