Thanks, Ron.
Everything I know about painting figures I learned here on Finescale.
There are a number of excellent threads that explain how to paint the uniforms, drybrushing, painting faces, painting realistic wood, etc.
The only advice I would offer is to have the right tools. And for painting figures, nothing beats a good magnifying visor. I don't even try to paint small stuff without magnification.
THe other essential item is a SMALL paint brush. Micro-mark sells some extremely fine brushes that are critical to getting paint in small places.
Armed with info from this website, the rigth tools, and a little practice, you will do great!