The TMP FAQ

Here lies Frequently Asked Questions (and some answers) regarding this website.

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Showcase

What is TMP Showcase?: It's the part of TMP where we show pictures of painted miniatures. Some we paint ourselves. Some are painted by professional painters or painting services. Some are painted by TMP members.

Can I paint something for the Showcase?: Maybe - drop me a PM or an email, and we'll talk.
Does TMP pay for Showcase commissions?: If the painter desires, we can offer payment in advertising credit, Supporting Membership credit, or cash via PayPal.
How much do you pay?: It depends on the project. We usually ask the painter to propose a price, and then we negotiate.
So, say I want to paint for Showcase - what next?: Let me know what your general interests are, and we'll see what we have that you might be interested in. For instance, if you tell us that you only do 28mm WWII, then we'll look for those kinds of projects.
And when I find a project I want to do for you?: Then you name your price, we strike a bargain, and we ship the figure(s)/model(s)/whatever out to you.
When do I get paid?: When the project is finished, and the painted figures have been received back at TMP.
What happens to Showcase items after the article is published?: Painted items go into the TMP vaults for use with future website projects that we can't talk about yet…
Will you plug my painting service in the article?: If you have a painting service, we’ll mention that in the article.

As a manufacturer, how can I get my product featured in a Showcase article?: Talk to us. We are looking for wargaming-size units where applicable. Our advertisers get first priority, of course. Send us the figures or models when we have an agreement – we'll provide the shipping address.
Who will paint the figures I submit?: We work with several large painting services. Sometimes we paint things ourselves. Sometimes we have volunteer painters. If you have a preference, let us know.
Is there any charge?: Generally, no. However, it depends on size of the project, and our arrangement with the painter or service. We may ask for participation in the project cost.
The finished article will appear on your homepage?: The most recent articles in each category are featured on our homepage.
And on Facebook?: Yes, in the official TMP feed.
And the published article will appear in the TMP sidebar?: Yes, in genre-appropriate places on our website (i.e., ACW articles appear on ACW pages). It is almost like a free advertisement!

For example, here is a Modern-era forum webpage, and the sidebar features a Modern-era Showcase article.