Here are some of my favorite
links to Modeling tips and tricks

​There are only about a Bajillion links on the Interwebs to great tutorials and information on how to better model our subjects... these are some of my favorites... enjoy!

Modulation:

​Great tutorial on Modulation by Mike Rinaldi on the Missing-Lynx website
Ferdinand Painting, Color Modulation Style

Natural Metal Finish - Model Master Buffing Metalizer Paint:

This is a fantastic tutorial on how to use this paint.  I have tried this and was astonished at the results.  Not hard at all and a very well made tutorial.
Model Master: Natural Metal Finish