PAINTERLY - a High Res Vanilla Warpaint Retexture
skyrim — Mods & Enhancements
PAINTERLY is a 2K high-resolution retexture of the vanilla warpaint designs in a painterly style, intended for use with RaceMenu. It's a popular cosmetic mod with over 6,900 endorsements and 745,000 downloads, last updated in 2015.
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Downloads: 745,100 | Endorsements: 6,910💡 Notes
By gobbldygook | v1.0 | 6,910 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Install with a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to keep your texture mods organized and easy to remove.
If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, check for a compatible version or use a mod that ports Oldrim textures — this mod is from 2015 and may need conversion.
Pair with a high-res body and face texture mod to get the full visual benefit — warpaints alone won't fix blurry skin.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Mod not working
Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility
👍 Pros
- Huge community trust (6,910 endorsements) — this is a proven cosmetic upgrade.
- Massive download count (745,100) shows it's a go-to for warpaint overhauls.
- 2K resolution keeps the vanilla look but with a crisp, artistic twist.
👎 Cons
- Last updated in 2015 — may not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim Special Edition or Anniversary Edition without patches.
- Only affects warpaints — if you want body or face texture overhauls, this isn't it.
- Requires RaceMenu for the intended experience, which adds an extra dependency.