Hi Guys!
Quick one today, just some screenshots of the video clips I took for today's b roll :) quality is probably a bit fuzzy compare to the usual images as they're paused screenshots of video (often in motion...) rather than photos - but you get the idea :)
I got a lot of good shots but theres a lot of different big setups invol...
Hi Guys!
Took me a while to get a worthy shot for an update this week, ramble below!
The preview images you can see show off some nice extra details I added in the form of some autumnal leaves in the gutters, using a new product I show in the video.
They also show the new villagers (and some old ones) I painted up from thi...
Thank you so much to everyone who helped me troubleshoot today - you gave me the motivation and bits of info I really needed to deliver this and not be forced to compromise.
Patrons always help me massively, its the only reason I can focus on a good result for a video, not getting it out faster to make sure I get the ad money and sponsors...
Hi guys, this is a mirror of a quick post on discord :)
EDIT: massive thank you to everyone who commented on her and on discord - I think we got it diagnosed!
I'm pretty sure it's the wire. tried a different batch (after much digging) and the difference between wired and direct seems negligable. as a bonus, managed to dig out some ...
Right! So recording is going well, now that I've managed to start properly! Yesterday my day job interfered a bit and I couldn't get much done - I did work two half days over the weekend though, so I think it evens out :)
Next stop - record the painting and make the streetlamps!
Other than that, the pic is a nice preview of how you...
Hi Guys!
So, messing with moss took me a little longer than I'd hoped because I wanted to try some things that didn't end up working, but I did end up adding puddles!
I am VERY happy with the final result, obviously it's still got the streetlights yet to come but as it stands it is one of the tilesets I am most happy with, it looks...
Finally! The bulk is done and I've just got a few things to tinker with this weekend because I can't help myself (best way to seal them, possibly adding some moss, just little things).
Pics will be incoming tomorrow, partially so they can have moss (hopefully), partially because my hands are dead and a shaky cameraman is a bad cameraman ð...
Hi Guys!
Hopefully you can see here the cool undulating road effect I've managed to achieve for the cobblestones! it's a LOT more striking with depth perception, a bit like the hill video - cameras SUCK at capturing that magic so if you want to see the true effect, you'll have to make it ;)
Having the road uneven like this, as well ...
Hi Guys!
So I've been putting off this update a little because I was hoping to get the 'bulk construction' phase complete before the next image - alas it was not to be!
What you CAN see is the bulk of what I've managed to get done so far (about 1/4 more tiles out of shot too), I'm currently working on the best method to file d...
Hi guys!
So I've finally dispatched with the covid jab acheyness and dead arm (mostly) and managed to get a TON of grinding done today for the bulk of the 'mechanics' beneath the pretty parts of the tiles :)
As you can see, there's a range of tile types that allow you to make tons of street variations, including some pure road and ...
Hi Guys!
Sorry for the no update on Friday, I got my second jab at 2pm and was basically floored for the rest of the day - barely managed a few messages on discord, there was no way I could crawl up the stairs and get these photos taken/edited 😂
Anyway, that aside here are some previews of my test tile - as you can see the polym...
Just a little bit of comms to keep you guys in the loop - I've done some experimentation and finished the first draft of the script! Excerpt above, where you can also see a hint of my future project plans...ooo secrets... ðŸ˜
Blurred areas to prevent too many spoilers 😂
As you can see by the length of the scroll bar, it's gonna...
Hi Guys,
Bonus video complete! (update ramble at the bottom) The much awaited interior walls video is ready to go, and includes an awesome new material courtesy of one of you guys, Matt! (not me 😅)
This new material is a fantastic replacement for some other ones we use and gives us some amazing options going forwards :)
I...
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Quick update here, as you can see I'm one overnight drying wash away from finishing the pieces for this video (and a few repaints on those exterior walls on the right to match the rest - it's currently my only up to date door!)
On the right you can see me pointing to one of the new things I've played with in this video, us...
Hi Guys!
First peek here at some experimenting I've managed to cram in around the day job flood when I came back - Half length doors and walls!
Basically, when combined with full length walls with a door in the middle, these should allow you to place a door...just about anywhere :)
And not only that, but give a lot of cr...
Just a reminder for anyone who missed the details in the last post :) I figure a fair number of new patrons joined for that video so I'm prioritising getting it released ASAP! I'm working on it today in fact 😀
Look forward to seeing any new noble patrons at the livestream too!
Hi Guys!
So I'm back from Holiday! It was awesome, I recharged, read books I'd been meaning to for years, and generally enjoyed myself and recharged my batteries :)
I've spent most of my first day back dispensing with the buildup of work from my day job, but I did manage to set up a new Discord Server for you guys! We can now hang ...
I'll be on holiday for the next week from now, and trying to put work completely down to recharge my batteries :)
So basically I won't be able to answer any comments and messages for a week, but I will the second I get back!
See you guys soon!
As I mentioned in the video these are free to all - go forth and make magnetic stuff! 😀
2021-08-18 15:44:18 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi Guys!
This is a little video I'm quite happy with, it updates a lot of older tutorials with little hints and tips while laying out a clear guide for new crafters, helping them decide what to craft first. Or at least, that's the idea 😄
As I mentioned in the recent update, there are free STL jigs to download and 3d print to place...
2021-08-18 15:42:55 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi guys!
So, shinies first. Sam (one of you guys) recently uploaded some 3d printable jigs for magnet placement in 10mm (UK) foam. He was going to do some 1/2" ones for the nice people who use that thickness too but hadn't quite got around to it in time for this video - so I made some myself :)
These should be printable on the plat...
Hi guys,
So those of you who were at the livestream are probably not surprised to learn I was horribly ill for the last two days - you guys definitely cheered me up though!
I've done my best to reply to messages and comments as normal, but if I didn't manage to get back to you I apologise.
I'm pretty sure this illness was d...
These are the basic templates for the build - the different faction variants and pre coloured versions are a thank you to anyone who supports the channel on patreon and are available here! https://www.patreon.com/posts/early-access-of-54607071
2021-08-09 07:25:51 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi guys!
The video is done and complete, I just barely got it uploaded today so you can all enjoy at your leisure :)
All of the uploading stuff - EDIT: is done now! Enjoy the templates and printables guys.
Let me know what you all think! As I've mentioned in the livestream, this is the first in a whole new tileset I have pla...
Hi Guys,
So the 'getting up at 5am' to record was a total disaster. If you didn't see my reply comment on the other post 😂 - it was half an hour of quiet and then more noise than at midnight...including planes, which I'd forgotten about.
New plan - record at 7-8pm ish, accept that I will be constantly interrupted and just have i...
Hi Guys!
Just a quick one today, all the photography is now done (thumbnail included, which is a nice bonus), now I just need to tidy everything away and prep the room for talking head/VO at 5am (EEK...) to avoid the road noise. I'm trialing doing it stupidly early instead of stupidly late, see if that messes with my sleep pattern less ðŸ...
Hi guys!
Another quick incremental update for you here with a sick photo of the soul columns used in a dungeon interior...
Friday I got the last of the crafting done but ended up having to work on my day job when something came up. Which is a shame, I wanted to set up everything for photography but twas not to be...
I manage...
Hey guys!
So, another long day working at finishing up the project and the patreon exclusive colour variant templates ended up being more work (for me, not you!) than I thought, BUT I've figured it out, fixed it and if anything it is now faster, easier and more detailed. and comes with an even faster printable glow option. So thats a win?...
Hi guys,
So the crafting stage is almost done (B roll, talking head, VO and editing/uploading yet to do) and I thought I'd drop in a little preview/update!
I went through a ton of iterations for this build, from LEDS to blending paint colours, but finally settled on the method you see here - it's vibrant as hell and gives a great gl...
Hi guys, just a quick update, the next Noble Patron Livestream will be the Sunday after next (8th August) at 7pm BST :)
If you haven't seen one before, just refresh the Patreon feed about that time and keep an eye out for the post, I usually set it up 10-15 mins before starting, and to access the chat you just need to click the YouTu...