A few people have asked me about this so I will take more pics on the next custom and do a quick tutorial. I am by no means the master at this but have figured out what works for me. I use condiment cups, small paper cups, some use a paper plate whatever you like. I put 2 drops of water in the cup then dip a mediun size brush in my paint about 6-10 times putting the paint in my cup each time. Then i mix it with the brush untill it looks right. To me that depends on what you are working on. Some things you want thicker paint so it doesn't creep anywhere you don't want it to. Then I paint until the mixed paint is gone, cleaning my brush when paint starts drying on it. I also like to start by painting the figure black then adding color over the top leaving some black to define things. If I want something to be shiney or anything white I thin with windex, the same amount as before. It adds a shiney hard layer when you use it and protects the paint at the same time. I know the figures are small and you have done a fine job with them. Just wanted to help if I can, give it a shot on your next custom!