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Frank, as your colleague, I love your step by step manuals the most. God gave you a blessing to shoot short, concentrated, DIY guides without single extra minute. Also, I enjoy your travel videos from comic cones, because I can feel the atmosphere of place where I’ve never been.
If it is ok for you, keep different type of content separate as you do: guides videos, printers unpacking, projects updates, workshop upgrades, travel videos and so on. This helps us all to find exact video after years.
P.S.Thank you for sharing your experience! You know, I feel grateful for you videos during all my work.
I think pretty much the ONLY answer is to... keep doing everything you're already doing. Make 3d printer reviews, make props, make tutorials... Doing all of these these are the only way to ensure you keep all audiences happy. If you choose to hunker down and focus on one avenue you'll lose audience from another. I think you do a great mix of everything and this is what I believe your audience watches you for... you do it ALL.
Yeah I agree
Totally agree, just gotta keep up with what's hip and trendy, and never be a clickbait sellout.
Man, I'm a firm believer in "passion projects make the best content." So, follow your passion. And do what makes you happy. Your content will reflect that, and the views will come.
I think i'm more interested in watching you experiment and find new ways to do stuff! I really like when you're more focused on trying to achieve a certain effect, like the nanotech texture vid! That being said, delving into bringing ani-manga stuff into reality is a good idea IMO
Same!
yeah i agree
Oh man, I really appreciate the video. First off, I have been a follower for 4 years now. When I bought my first printer, I simply typed in CZcams, unboxing and setting up my new 3D printer, and you were the first video at the top. I didn't know what to expect, I was a little nervous and A LOT excited to get into a hobby I didn't even know I would stick with. After following for 4 years, I can now say that the number one reason I follow you is not just 3D printing, Ironman, Cosplay, Anime, Gaming, Reviews, and all the other things I vibe with, but its because YOU are YOU. Simple as that. I follow your channel because I have always enjoyed the way you present your content, and most importantly, take me along for the journey. You tell it like it is, your honest, you like what you like, and most of the time, Im right there with you. I say all of that to encourage you. As long as you continue to be you, and generate content as you have been, I will continue to be a lifelong follower. Now, I am not ignorant to the fact that this is also your business. Your livelihood. This is how you provide for your family. So, you have to look at the numbers. You have to bring the content that speaks to the millions, not just a few thousand. You are absolutely correct, it's not like it used to be. Marvel had almost a decade of continuing main stream content that almost everyone was excited about. That is not the case anymore. I have to say my favorite videos are your step by step tutorials. Painting, setting up your maker space, setting up new printers, using slicers, and also your shenanigans at Cons. The way you organize them all is great too. I can always find what I am looking for.
To be honest, I first watched your videos because as a beginner, I wanted to one day be able to explain this stuff to others as you did. Then, I heard you talk about the reason why you wanted to build that ironman suit. What it meant to you and your dad. That comment and sharing that very personal story made me respect you even more as a man and as a creator. So, keep up the good work brother. It is very appreciated.
A shop tour and office tour video would be awesome! Showcase all your parts builds!
Hey I worked with you a few years ago in England! Super sick that your channel has grown so much! I love the content period, just the prop creation and the ways you go about making them are amazing. Your techniques and ideas help me brainstorm how I create suits, weapons, and what kind of materials to use. Information with excellent delivery is what I think most people like, at least speaking on myself.
I’m here for 3D prints, prep, paint, settings, etc… if you need to make a “Frankly Built Reviews” channel then do it, but don’t stop what brought you to the dance
First, I have to say "Thank you for all you do on this channel." I came from an EVA Foam building background for all of my cosplay builds. I was looking at getting into 3d printing but, I was only using a resin printer for small detail parts for costumes and making my own table top minis. After seeing what you were doing with your printers and creating larger props and costume pieces I knew I needed to learn more about this. The tutorial videos helped me greatly and I am extremely grateful that you were willing to make and share these videos with us.
I would like to see you keep making videos about your cosplay prop builds, its neat seeing you take something from the page and make it into a real prop that you can hold in your hand. The reviews of different 3d printers has been invaluable in helping me decided on what printer I should get next. So I would ask that you please keep making them. I do agree with you that every so often you make an updated "how to " video about a particular skill or technique. The tutorials about sanding and painting have helped greatly.
Thanks for doing all that you do to help this community grow.
Wes
I personally really like the cosplay/build tutorials you do. Your tutorials single handedly got me started on my printing journey, and I’m sure I’m not alone in that. Keep up the good work franky boi
This :)
TBH the enthusiasm you have for the 3D prop and cosplay builds are the reason why people like myself love your channel. Your infectiously positive attitude and being humble is a big factor in where you are today so all I can say is keep doing what your doing!!!
I like the how to videos and the deep dive into best 3d printers as they do, as you said evolve over time as technology and techniques improve.
While I do like the goofy videos every now and then as I do watch every single of your videos, I like to reference your older how to videos on some of my builds so I generally only watch those goofy videos once they release.
I also like the printer review videos as it highlight how the technology and thinking of the 3d printer companies as we move into the future.
For 2024 and beyond my recommendation is don't change your formula too much, make small changes over time to suit the algorithm so you maximise your profits. At the end of the day it is your business and income is dependent on these videos so any drastic change could possibly go in the wrong direction than what your hoping.
Because of you I purchased 2 FDM printers and got into the hobby of building props and cosplay.
I came to your channel solely for the IronMan suit back when you started with your CR 10. Since then your videos have helped me in many ways. From purchasing my first printer to now owning 5. From being nervous to print anything bigger than a MK85 face plate to now printing a full suit and so many other cosplay items. From never post processing to full out sanding, wetsanding, smoothing, painting and repairing anyting without hesitation. You have formed your channel to touch on so many different aspects of the 3D printing world that yes you've brought people here that might not be interested in the exact thing your working on in the moment but we all have one thing in common, we are interested in you. The way you explain and teach each and every project your doing. Seeing your excitement and inner nerd come out when you complete a new prop. Just keep doing what your doing. Its working and you will continue to grow becuase in the end we are all nerds here.
Frank, I will be here following your channel until i die, you're the reason I got into this hobby and I think that you are one of the best 3d printing channels out there keep doing what you are doing because either way I love it.
PS: some videos I would like to see are:
- your full experience having a lot of 3d printers(I know you did one in the past but its been a while since then so you've probably learnt a bit more)
- more Anime movie and game props and cosplay
- 3d printer reviews
- tips and tricks for 3d printing (in that vicinity)
Here's are some things that I don't really look for in your videos(no offence):
- the short lesser explained videos(not the shorts), because I like it when you go through a process fully explained and like you said when you link other videos to explain how to do other things like plastic wielding
- reading hate comment in videos(because I only see your videos as the best and everyone loves them)
sorry I don't really have anything else but that I love your videos and what you do and that I am greatly inspired on what you do.
I’m a huge fan of your channel and I have started 3d printing because of your videos. Your cosplay videos have always been my favourite and your iron man videos was what got me hooked into the world of 3d printing. I like the different helmet/prop style videos, they are really interesting and cool as I can see how to make them too! More Star Wars?
You got me into 3d printing after seeing the iron man suit. I needed a hobby to keep me busy while staying at home, after sustaining am on duty injury. I watched every iron man video because I wanted to build that whole suit. You made it so easy to follow, so informative and attainable. Then I saw other helmets that you made, and how easy it was to made using your tutorials, from basic sanding to painting etc, I developed my own process base on yours, and I've made several helmets just following your steps. I've learned so much from you to the point that now 8 months later I'm selling helmets left and right and it's all thanks to you. I do believe people look at you as a mentor, as a teacher and instructor giving us those pieces of the puzzle that we are missing. You do a lot of trial and error, a lot of testing and feed us with the best results and that is priceless. You make life easier for all of us, and it's great to be able to say "hmm I want to print a ____ helmet. Let's look at franks tutorial for that specific piece and see how he did it". I am where I am because of all the stuff I've learned from you, so thank you for that. I now have a running shop that is doing great and I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for you. Keep doing what you are doing, I appreciate you man.
I’ve recently started 3D printing (within the last 3 months) and discovered your channel, ive been watching and some times rewatching videos that show me what to do, what not to do and they give me the confidence to try things I want to do but otherwise have been nervous about doing. I find the videos super easy to watch and easy to follow along with. It also helps that your having fun and if your having fun the viewer is going to enjoy the video. I think watching you embark on your projects is cool and learning the same tips and tricks your learning as you progress is super helpful. So yes instructional videos and comparison videos are super helpful and cool but also just watching a cool fun build is also fun to watch. (Can’t please everyone unfortunately) do the projects that make you happy, or get people to vote should I make another stormbreaker with groot handle or should I make a full Thor suit, or a batsuit and make them projects you would have fun doing and let people vote on them and then do your part 1 2 and 3 of them maybe? I don’t know but I really enjoy the content. It’s helped me so so much when learning!
I like the build process videos, it is interesting and informative to see and hear how something is built and gives me ideas for things I want to build.
Yesss! Please don’t let these videos die 🥺
Hey I just wanted to leave a comment about the stuff I like, I fit into the hobby a year or so ago and that was because of your videos. I really like the in depth prop builds like the blue Betle helmet and things like that, the videos where you just make a prop and run us through All the steps of that process. Their really nice, not only as a guide, but as an inspiration to build the things you are in those videos. I also really enjoy the older ones like the how to smooth your 3d prints and would love another now that the technology has improved. But overall I just don’t want to see those prop build videos die out, I absolutely love them and use them for the things I build and I don’t want to see this channel devolve into just printer reviews and CZcams shorts, thanks for reading this and thanks for doing what you do and inspiring me to get into the amazing hobby.
Step by step tutorials are a big one for me! When you bring in the project no matter what it is, showing the slicing, showing the formatting, sanding, painting and showing results! Cosplay and props are what I feel any beginner can get into! Keep it up
Frank,
I'm a bit late to the game but here's what brings me to your channel. I like seeing the following:
1) Methods on how to make cosplay costumes. I love that you go through literally every step that you take to get from start to finish. A lot of times I'm here to see if you've done what I'm looking to do and to see what am I getting myself into. Your Mando helmet video helped me out a lot as well as your Spider-man 2099 videos
2) Your painting and finishing techniques. I typically only have enough time in my schedule to have one or two attempts at what I'm making. Seeing what method you used and knowing what issues you ran into and your results are super helpful.
3) Your painting booth setup. I'm praying that one of these days you'll post a video of you improving your setup to something more substantial, dedicated and properly ventilated. Seriously...you should make this a priority.
What I'd like to see your channel incorporate is other methods to make cosplay props. Unless I'm mistaken, everything you do is 100% 3D printed. It would be interesting to see how you could potentially mix methods such as foam and 3D prints, cardboard and or perhaps another medium entirely. I'd also like to see you expand on your tried and true methods. Sure they work for you, but it would be cool to see videos in which you try a method you saw on someone else's channel and review how you think it worked out for you.
Other things I would like to see is you just remaking stuff you made some years ago but now with new techniques that you picked up through the years and compare how you've improved. DC comics props, Star Wars, Star Trek, and other cosplay themes here and there would be cool too. Maybe you can do a series for each category. More collaboration projects with other youtubers.
That's all I've got for now. Hope this helps. You're one of the few CZcams channels I visit regularly.
Hi Frank, I love the 3D printing side of things and the much larger projects, personally I don’t watch the anime videos right away as I’m not a anime fan that much, I do get around to watching them about 1-2 weeks later. I love your larger projects that require larger printers because I have a E5+ and it inspires my projects to come to life!
Oouh you took the inspiration to the printing side of things it sounds more professional and it's just more clean over all I took it to the content part of things which got really long and a bit repetitive idk why I'm telling u this but I am
Sure bud! I watch your channel because of the tutorials, your honest opinion reviews, and the cool projects.
The main video that brought me to your channel was the first PLA welding tutorial. That blew my mind, I had a soldering iron, and I immediately ran to "weld" two parts together and had my mind blown.
#relatable
I've been watching your videos for the last few years with the intention of making my own journey into cosplay and prop-making. What has brought me back to your channel over and over was less about the content per se, but your content, guidance (I'll say rather than advice) and tutorials are delivered in such an unassuming way, free of arrogance or self-importance, that it makes all of this feel achievable. Personally, and maybe because I'm more flexible in my likes and dislikes, any of the content you put out is worth watching. I came for the Marvel content and device knowledge, and I'm still here because of all the varied and different things you show are capable with the printers. So, I feel, no matter what content you pursue, it will be accepted in much the same fashion as all your previous work. Thank you and keep it up!
Hey frank! So I started watching your videos back in 2020 when I had just got back from overseas and just learned what a 3d printer was lol. I started watching your videos because I had no clue what I was doing and watches a few of your help videos with settings and especially with supports. As I started learning what I was doing and watching more of your videos I enjoyed watching how well you made your iron man suits and seeing the potential of what I could do and inspired me to get better until I eventually made it a buisiness to help fund my new addiction lol. I continue to watch your videos to see both what are the latest best printers and to see your latest creations, but it would be nice to also see some of the up to date tutorials because with newer more advance printers some settings also change and we find better way to print things and also step by step tutorials on the process of making your cosplay weapons. I absolutely love your videos no matter what they are about because I'm always iether learning something new or being more impressed and inspired to create things myself even when sometimes I'm exhausted and burnt out. So overall basically I'd love to see more modern settings tutorials, latest printers recommendations and step by step prop process lol, but no matter what you do I love your videos and will continue to watch them. 😊
I'm not too much into cosplay but I still watch these videos because I always learn something about 3d printing (that isn't related to cosplay). Though their is one thing I'd love to see more of and that is useful/mechanical 3d prints, something that isn't for decoration. I also really liked when you did a little bit of electronics in your iron man videos and you created something really cool. PS: Long projects always get a lot of subs... Good luck!
Your Tutorials have really helped me through my 3D printing journey. I feel like it would still help even if it's just a little bit different when you do different types of masks. I recommend you do new or old stuff you've never done on this channel. The most I recommend is games, Halo, Call Of Duty, minecraft, etc (I personally love it if you do Halo or bionicle stuff). Even if you don't get that many views as before I'll still support you.
I only discovered your channel a few months ago and am slowly making my way through the older stuff. But i like watching somone who is very willing to explain the things he's learned, while also not being afraid to show mistakes so I can try to avoid making them too. I like all your videos, seeing you try new things is fun. Experimenting on printers and projects is exciting. I learned most of what I'm currently applying from your channel. The dog-scanning was my wife's favorite video, and i liked the silly huge flexi-rex. It's something that I can't do, but is fun to see it being done.
I have no experience with CZcams and algorithms, so I can't offer any insight, but as a new subscriber from maybe October of 2023, I can say I really enjoy watching your videos, even if it's a topic that doesn't necessarily apply directly to me.
Keep up the good work, your videos brighten my day when I see a new one is posted.
I originally came here for the electronics tutorials but have since stuck around for the painting and printing ones. Honestly, those and machine reviews are what really make my "I'm watching this today" list instead of my "Watch Later" like this video did.
It doesn't matter what project you tackle, as long as you're able to condense the information like you usually do, with the positive attitude you bring to it all. I think your presentation and personality are what keeps me coming back for more because you're already proven to me that what you give as advice is solid.
I am newly interested in the cosplay aspect of 3D printing so the times you show off what you did at conventions and spend time with other cosplayers and builders also gets my attention. Lower quality, earlier videos still have their value but I'm never against someone updating their things so if you feel a need to redo some of those earlier videos with updated features, methods and techniques you've learned, I'm here for it.
Try a weekly schedule. Mondays/wed can be tutorials/informational. Weekends can be the creative stuff like cos play. Thurs could be random project you worked on this week or event you went to
i would like to see you do 3d printing challenges kinda like how emily the engineer does
I recently jumped into he world of 3d printed and of all the content creators I enjoy/respect your videos the most, especially since my main interest in printing is creating props. I bought a Creality K1 and watched so many videos. I ended up returning it before I opened it and picked up a Bambu P1S based on your videos. I refer to your videos often and over and over again to learn how to print props/helmets. One of the things people don't show in the videos, including you, is what paint colors you're using and the total process from start to finish on how you got the "ironman" color. I wish people didn't skip steps, or have to bounce from video to video.
As a 3D printing enthusiast, I appreciate the wealth of knowledge you put into your videos. I spent a ton of time researching before buying my first printer and your reviews were critical to my decision. As I've gotten into printing and have learned the ins and outs, your setup guides, maintenance tips, and tutorials have been a huge help. Now that I have some projects under my belt, I'm enjoying looking at your different builds and finding inspiration in the cool ideas and new projects that you're excited about. Underneath it all, your positive attitude and genuine passion shines through and is what keeps me coming back. I'll echo the other comments calling for passion projects; even if I don't plan on making a build that you're sharing, it's still cool to see the excitement you have.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and passion Frank! From the backyard ninja days to now, your videos have had a hugely positive impact!
Hi Frank. I don’t think I can offer anything that hasn’t been stated already. Have you heard this b4? “I got into 3D printing because of you Frank”. Well, for me this is true, and many others. I bought my first printer on your recommendation. A Voxelab (Creality clone). I was looking for that first budget printer and because of your review content, I was able to commit and move forward in the 3D hobby space. Back in those days ya really had to tune the printer in and, whether you know it or not, we have spent many hours together, working side by side through you “how to” videos. It helped that we both got into 3D printing for the same reason, to make an Iron Man suit! You have mentored me, providing critical resources like “where” to buy, “what” to buy, buy this not that, how much is it, how long will it take, what’s a normal struggle, what is a manufacturing flaw, what is a personal struggle and what is caused buy crappy filament so I don’t get too stuck and frustrated blaming myself. I mention these things because this is your content. It doesn’t matter what you’re building. Through your passion for what you’re building, and the sheer joy you have for the hobby, you will stay reliant and on top of your game. Congrats on what you have accomplished so far. I’ll continue to be here witnessing your journey and enjoying your company on mine. Thank you Frank. Stay passionate, stay humble and keep being yourself. ❤️U3K
We are here for the Cosplay. You make it obtainable for everyone from every walk of life. Stick with that theme, but now branch out beyond 3D printing (don't leave it entirely behind; branch out). For example, using 3D prints into fiberglass forms for latex, carbon fiber, or plastic molded parts. You learned 3D printing from the ground up. Why can't you use your resources to take your Cosplay to the next level and bring all costume fabrication methods together?
I never watched your videos for the Marvel and Iron Man content. But you have a niche with what you use your printers for that really aligns well with what I'm looking for in content. I build a lot of props and I look to your vids for topics like the best way to smooth joints, PLA part welding (never crossed my mind to try it before), printing complex shapes, printing big, adding electronics, painting tips, etc. I'm currently working on a 7 foot tall K2SO prop and I'll be turning to your channel for any gotchas with big heavy prints, sanding, and finishing techniques. Usually, If I have a question of how to do something, your channel has a topic on it. I really enjoy your build videos where you focus on one model. Even though you've done dozens of swords I always learn something new each time.
Some of my favorite content has been the 3d printing of cosplay or cool items and how you would integrate that with other items. Lights, electronics, servos. Things like making the iron man helmet open. The combined projects are awesome.
Separately, printer reviews as well as keeping videos surrounding finishing and post processing up to date (or videos surrounding just trying a new process) are great to augment the projects.
Hi Frank, I honestly love all the directions you have traveled on your channel. I'm building a 3d printed RoboCop suit, there aren't a lot of people doing it on CZcams, but I can take a lot of what u do with your costumes and apply it to it. Also you have taught me so much, plastic welding, electronics ECT. I love when you solve a problem and show us the new ways to do something, in fact the things no one else is doing. I love to learn everyday, that's why I come to your channel, and your passion, if fact you have gotten me to build a battle damage Ironman helmet and a green goblin helmet. Lol follow your heart and passion and we will follow along with you on your journey!! Keep it up your an inspiration to older guys like me. So a big thank you, and hope to say thank you in person and shake your hand. Thanks, Josh
You were one of the first channels I followed, subscribed to when I got my first printer 3 yrs ago.
I was given a ENDER 5 PLUS & you had a video showing how to put it together. I know it was a long video, but I liked that because it was thorough & exactly what I needed cause my knowledge & understanding of even how the printer worked, let alone put it together, was something completely foreign to my brain. I mean, I knew what a 3D Printer did...but I had zero clue how to start it, adjust it or even put it together (I didnt have the instructions & I didnt even think about looking online for them cause lucky me, I found your tutorial video first!). I would replay sections of the video as I was putting my printer together, trying to make sure I absorbed as much info as I could as well as double checking that I did every step correctly. Again, I wanna say thanks for that video cause it really helped me out, maybe it was cause it was a longer & more thorough video, but either way, it helped me out & helped suck me into the 3D Printing world/ community.
I now have 5 printers (I like to build bigger stuff, so I got larger volume print ability printers.... a Bambu or K1 is next).
Also, I find myself now being the one helping my friends that just got a printer.
Oh & one other thing to think about is... I dont make/ print cosplay stuff, but I do like your passion, the way you talk about topics, printers, tricks & tips (I remember learning from you a while ago... that you used the lower cost AMAZON BASICS PLA & saved $$ & got decent results & that type of tip/ trick helped me out, was always in the back of my mind when ordering PLA).
I think one of your biggest assets is your ability to educate well. I think maybe something to think about is to try and think about those beginners, those just starting out... try to remember to say something "and if you didnt know... PLA, ABS, PETG etc. are just different types of Filaments... video link explaining filaments is right here" (add video link to a quick video explaining why there are different types of filaments, how difficult or easy each one is, which one is beginner friendly etc etc.
Hands on & thorough is what I appreciate from your video style. Maybe make a long version & a short version of the same video. One edited down for the experienced & the full length video with lots of explanations training?
I just got into 3D printer and was really looking for tips and tutorials on making cosplay more specifically your Mandalorian helmet tutorial. You had the most in depth, honest tutorial with clear details which a lot of channels don’t have. Consequently, I kept coming back to your channel just for the content you’re already making because you’re the most entertaining IMO. I would love to keep seeing the tutorials, tips, and just creative videos you’re good at
I want to continue to see review videos on printers and equipment. From unboxing videos, immediate thoughts, and even long term thoughts on the stuff 6 months down the road. Does it still stand up as it did day one? Did you find a solution to an early issue? Please continue making videos on new slicers and other applications to help improve the talents of everyone who is printing. Tips and tricks videos are also great. Don’t stop printing nerdy things that you like. I don’t care if you print cosplay gear, armor, or weapons or if you print statues or household useful items. I’m here to learn print orientation, painting ideas, and all information you learned from your run through.
Got into 3d printing a few month ago, now built my first helmet and i really like your tutorials, reviews and cosplay stuff. Really would like more detailed and updated tutorials on slicing, sanding and everything and more on building stuff like the large sword combined with reviews on new printers and stuff.
Like you said there are more channels out there than focus on the deep technical parts of 3d printing, where your channel was always best at seeing how to build large, cool stuff with a 3d printer.
Your videos got me hooked on 3D printing and I ended up getting my Neptune 3 pro and about 3 months later a Neptune 4 plus. I can’t say I have seen every video you have done but as a user I would say that all the prop finishing videos are great and you make the process very achievable. For example, I’m a 36 y/o veteran and LEO, I have two young kids with the oldest being 6. Most of my hobbies have gone out the window because I just don’t have time and so I have to look for hobbies I can do with my kids and you break things down Barney style and make it achievable. Because of that I was able to make my son a blue beetle costume for his school parade that made him an absolute rock star. All that being said the one thing that gave me hesitation in getting into printing was the front end. I knew nothing about slicers at all and really still know very little. I know you had a Cura video and that was good but then I run an older MacBook Air and Cura is so choppy I can’t even use it. So I went to lychee and Prusaslicer, and babulabs and I’m finally settled in on orca slicer because your videos led me to find other CZcamsrs like uncle Jessy who had some great profiles for the Neptune 4 series. I would love to see some more tutorials on how to use the slicing software. I get they are probably not as fun so I don’t know that it will help the channel so it’s probably just selfish of me but I know that you’ve gained viewers trust and therefore I would love to hear what you say about the different programs and would love tips on how to use them. The more entertaining idea would be videos on how paint the prints. Yours all look amazing! The blue beetle helmet tutorial was great but I would love to see more of that because I have no clue how to do it. No matter what keep doing what you’re doing, we all really appreciate the help!
I love watching Creativity at work! But also look toward important information that would help me get started on a method or help improve on skills. making props, armours, not only with 3D printing, but also more "affordable" materials. EVA foam, cardboard, ... Just how to bring it to the next level?
You dont need to niche it out, but stay general, doing what you love doing, your geeky, nerdy interests, that will naturally attract your core audience who resonate with it. Stats will tell you what your core audience wants! Keep creating! Looking forward to seeing more of it! Happy 2024!!!
You are a one of my main sources for information in the 3d printing space.
I highly value your opinions and techniques.
I have throughly enjoyed your printer reviews as they have lead to my different printer purchases.
What I would like to see more in-depth videos of your prop builds. There may be some repetition in the steps/process, but as the technology and tools have changed I’m sure your techniques have evolved as well.
I look forward to learning more from you and your channel!
First off, thank you for all you do. You got me into the hobby and made it seem so much more approachable in your earlier videos that made me dive in. I originally came for the printer tutorials and post processing, fell in love with the build an iron man series, and have watched every video since. I do appreciate that you skip over some of the sanding and processing steps that you have covered in detail in past videos. I do think a refresh and you change techniques or learn new products would be valuable to see. The printer reviews are always nice to highlight new models, and I love the way that you give an honest review and don’t hold back. For the “goofy” videos, I think they have a place sprinkled in every now and then. I personally am not into anime and manga, but still watch those prop videos to see how you made them to apply those techniques to my builds. I would love to see a series of another major build, whether that’s a new iron man, full mando, storm trooper, robocop or whatever. I also would want to see how you prepare for a con and pack up your suits.
I'm not always watching your channel but whenever I am getting back into making some prop or armour or helmet I always find myself coming back to your channel to see if there are any new tips or advice. I've been looking into getting a new printer so I can print helmets in 1 shot and I found myself coming back to your 2023 printer video.
I absolutely love your tutorials and seeing your progress and props. One thing I would personally love to see is some more Star Wars stuff. A series I would be very interested in would be seeing you make a custom Mandalorian. If you look up the Mandalorian Mercs you'll see some really interesting cosplay. It could be a fun and challenging series for you as there is so much room for creativity and customization. I also personally have been struggling a little with doing the softer side of cosplay, making bandoliers, flack vests, and other fabric additions to cosplays. That could be a whole new world to explore for your cosplay. It's hard but a lot of fun.
At the end of the day though keep doing what makes you happy and what you enjoy, if you don't enjoy the content you make then we won't either. Thanks for all the help!
Hey Frank, you’ve been my #1 and only one when it came to getting started. I’ve learned everything I know from you. From which printer was best for me, to set up and settings, sanding and painting, to problems and fixes, you were the guy.
Although now that I know how to do most of that, the space is always evolving and there are new and better products and techniques to utilize.
I want everything I use to be as easy and straightforward as it can be, so I’d like to see reviews and recommendations of new printers, products and tools that are the best and also ones to stay away from.
Also definitely continue to make videos about the genres that you like as well as explore a bit of the newer stuff that is gaining popularity, who knows what we can learn
I am so new to 3D printing that I definitely come here for information starting with what 3D printers are good for what and why. now I have my own 3D printer and I’m looking to get into the bigger projects like helmets, armours and weaponry for my 5 year old along side some fun and practical things I do come to you because you have a lot of hands on experience and you translate that in a very easy to understand lesson for people like me. I appreciate a lot of what you do but at the same time there will probably be videos I skip over because they aren’t exactly what I’m looking to do currently. That being said I have watched some of those fun and goofy videos because you do actually still include the problems you might encounter and your troubleshooting process which again I hope to learn from. I think you’ve been a great help to me so far and I have most certainly benefitted from your knowledge and your mistakes. All that accompanied by a great personality. I definitely like the learning/troubleshooting/informational videos the most but I do think that you have to be having fun doing this too so anime/manga projects (being into both also) sound great for me. Maybe you could work in some short form content to keep all your fans happy? When doing an armour cosplay video maybe a short or 5 minute video of some behind the scenes goof up that needed fixing and how you went about that? I will be sticking around regardless. Thank you and I look forward to seeing your channel evolve.
Frank, big fan and thanks for all the work you put into all your videos. You definitely helped my entrance into 3d printing and its so refreshing to see someone in touch with their audience and channel that youre willing to listen to what the people want.
In my opinion i think most people are going to interact with the fandoms they care about, so some videos may do well or poorly depending on what the project stems from and how much that fandom overlaps with the 3d printer/cosplay fans. I personally would LOVE a full video series of some Halo Mjolnir armor. Its one of the big projects i want to work towards eventually so thats a project i know i would follow intently. That may not be for everyone and it might be pretty close to some other videos youve done i.e. your iron man armor set series/mandalorian videos. For the channels sake i think continuing to do props from big name anime/manga/video game series is the right move so i dont think youre going a bad direction at all.
One last thing i would mention is more info on getting into the cosplay scene and logistics and planning and attending would be really cool. Youve done a couple videos that super cool to see a more "professional" perspective on attending with a higher quality cosplay but maybe calling out different cons and how much you enjoyed each one (maybe a con rank video?). Things like that make it much more approachable for newbie cosplayers to get their projects worked on and out to have fun at cons. Just my 2c. Either way love the videos and i appreciate all that you put into your channel!
I recently found your channel as I have been getting more serious into 3D printing. The reason I subscribed is you. You are engaging, direct, and have a passion for 3D printing and cosplay/props. The enthusiasm you share is infectious and inspires me to tackle projects that may be a bit out of my reach. I personally enjoy the instructional videos, and I agree that you should do a refresh every few years as printers get better and new processes are developed. This will keep your instructional videos current and fresh. I enjoy the cosplay videos, and I think that your concern about MCU/DCU being on the downside is accurate now, but with the Fantastic Four and X-Men on the horizon there could be some really good cosplay/prop opportunities that if you time it right could get a lot of eyeballs on your channel. I think that whatever you have a passion for making should be where you focus your energy. I believe that it will give you the most satisfaction and will continue to allow your excitement and authenticity to shine through your videos. Have you considered mixing your love of 3D printing and cosplay with automation? I would watch you do a large build of something like a R2D2 with all the electronics and motors to make it move and sound like it jumped out of the movies. Something along those lines where you could introduce a new aspect to your builds could be really interesting.
I don't think I have ever written a comment on CZcams and now I feel like I have written a novel. Keep up the good work and do what makes you happy. That is my 2 cents, for what it is worth.
I've been a follower of your work for quite awhile and have reached out to you directly for recommendations on what printers to buy for myself. You are one of the front-runners in terms of 3D printing as a whole before we even mention cosplay and prop making. Your recommendation videos are great, but your tutorial videos have helped me grow as a creator and hobbyist. I'm a big fan of the tutorial videos, the recommendation videos, and just the overall build videos as well.
I'd love to continue to see best practices for design (what programs you recommend, etc), post-processing, and finishing as all these processes continue to evolve and you find ways to be successful with different methods.
But - the biggest thing is to do what makes you happy!
I will start with, I have never regretted watching one of your videos. You have shown me some amazing techniques, you have given me a lot to think about when buying my resin and FDM printers, and I continue to watch your review videos even though I am not in the market for another printer at this time because I love seeing the technology progress and you do a great job breaking them down.
I strongly agree with something you pitched near the end of this video, refreshing guides every couple of years. I think this is a great idea, because the more you are doing the more you are improving your own techniques. I am just finally getting to the point of making cool decorative things that I want to put a lot of time into to do right, and your videos covering smoothing, painting, honestly everything are very helpful, and I often times have these going multiple times as I am trying to follow along and learn the process myself.
As far as what to make, yes, there are going to be people that click on a video because you are making the thing that they like, and that is often what is new and big, but I have seen a lot of CZcamsrs in all kinds of genres get caught up in following what is trending and very clearly not care about what they were doing, letting this bleed into the quality of their work or causing burnout because they were no longer having fun with it. Dont be afraid to follow the hype, but please also fit in the things that you love because it makes the videos more enjoyable to see people geeking out about their passions, and I will watch those videos over "Hey, this new show/movie/game is big so I made this thing from it. Hit that like button if you want me to move on to the next big thing when everyone inevitably forgets this show/movie/game ever happened!"
I'm a pretty new subscriber that got sucked in by the Iron Man stuff and I absolutely LOVE the tricks and tips you introduce in your guides for these types of helmets and builds because of how much passion and effort you put into every single video. The things you're passionate about I think will keep the views high at least for people like myself. The last one I watched was the Black Panther helmet and the amount of detail you pour over without making it drag on is incredible. Whether it's anime, manga, Marvel/DC, if you love it and decide to make a video about it myself and the other nerds similar to me will keep watching. Hell, even your 3D printer reviews and guides are great just because of the joy you seem to have in it.
I am fully aware youtubers need to adapt to stay on the platform but if I have a say, don't change a thing.
Hey Frank, hope to see you at C2E2 this year and maybe chat some. I have been 3 D printing stuff for little over two years and love it. Came across a couple of videos back then and when I started to work on finishing them (as in full paint and all) I got even more interested. The step by step processes you do and explaining why is a huge help to people and is definitely appreciated. Definitely keep doing what you are doing. Reviews on new products are awesome. But not only on printers, like you said, paints, primers and all changes and improves over time and seeing “updates” on those kinds of things is great and helps us evolve as well. There is nothing wrong with the step by step showing even if you had a video about it before, it’s great to watch and also to learn. Not everybody wants to go later and have to find the one video you talked about to know what you meant. Sure, don’t do it all the time, but a nice mix would be good.
When it comes to what genre or style to print and have videos off, I would say a nice mix as well. Yeah some of the action stuff may be a little outdated or less viewed like Marvel and DC or even Star Wars (I’m a Star wars nerd) but that doesn’t mean that people love it less. I still would love an iron man suit, if I could squeeze my fat a$$ in it, and walk around at conventions. Same as having a full on trooper of some kind or bounty hunter. But for people to get there, we watch the videos you make and learn from your experience and expertise. So for me, stay on target on full on build videos as well as shorts/smaller stuff.
Keep up the awesome channel
The 3D printing videos brought me here and consistently bring me back here. I think your idea of tutorials that touch on steps that are further expanded on in other videos is a really solid way to go, but as you mentioned sending us to old videos that lack the current quality is a bummer. Maybe with the new year and each year following you remake the core concept videos with better quality since you're gonna have to go through them anyway with at least one of your builds. I personally watch new videos covering older concepts I've learned about to see if there is anything new to apply. Also, I really enjoy you quick Con overview videos like when you went to Katsucon last year. Lastly if those goofy videos make you happy to create, I think they'd work well on the short form platforms (Tiktok, Shorts, and Reels). Thank you for being the person that has made 3D printing and big game cosplay feel realistic. Keep it up man!
I definitely think some updated videos of your old tutorials (sanding, painting, etc) would be great, because of both better quality videos and because techniques change over time and whatnot.
I usually watch most (if not all) of your videos because even if it's a prop from a manga/anime/movie that I've never seen, it's still cool seeing a prop brought to life. I also think it's good to go over techniques, like if you had to do something different for a specific prop, I think that would be cool, since those techniques can be relevant to other props and projects, and it's good to add to the sort of 'toolbox' of techniques.
I also agree that I (and obviously others) value your opinion on printers and scanners when you do reviews. I actually bought my first printer after going through your reviews, and I definitely think those reviews you do are great for anyone looking into starting or continuing with this hobby.
Also, regarding props and cosplay vs 3d printing, I think there is room for both in most prop videos, since you can focus on the techniques and info related to the print itself (settings, layers, positioning, splitting the model and then fusing the parts, etc) that can be informational, but also be able to talk about painting and finishing the prop, as well as adding any cosplay-specific components (meshes, LEDs, motors, etc). And these separate parts can go over some of the more unique challenges that comes with each prop you end up working on.
I have really liked your channel so far, I am a big fan of seeing the various cosplay stuff you build, and will add my 2 cents to the mix, but only because you asked :)
Things I really like seeing can be boiled down to these
-Breakdowns and fixing files, when you use MeshMixer or ArmorSmith
-Tips and tricks, especially when painting or finishing, I am terrible at this step and need all the help I can get
-Process videos, when you go through assembling the swords and why you chose a specific gauge rod, or how you might change something for better stability or support.
It seems that most are drawn to your channel because you are awesome at what you do. The videos and tutorials regarding 3d printers and cosplay are what made you a leader in this hobby...So dude...lead on..Keep showing us the ways to optimize prints, the best printers, the best methods for wiring and lighting props. This is why we keep coming back to see what Frankly Built says. Do what you do!
As a relatively new printer and new to making fun and nerd things, I learn from all your videos. I don't think you make repetitive videos. You do show slightly different things on every video. I continue to update, change and tweak settings. Also I learned how to 3d weld because of your video. I have been learning from you since the start of my printing. So long story short, everything you've been doing keep going with a little of everything. Upgrading old videos is a great idea, but thanks again!
I really enjoyed the format of the "episodic" large build with starboost it was fun to jump on and see what progress was made and some of the things you ran into that needed course correction. When I see what changes and modifications are made it adds to ideas that I can incorporate into other 3d builds I have going. I agree 100 percent with keeping tutorial videos up to date, as often technics change much like printers have. I can say I have spent a lot less time on the channel looking at printer reviews and upgrades like you stated, after getting a Bambu, now unless I hear its better with more features then a bambu I have no reason to look. Of course would still love to see a review of a 500^3 bambu when its finally developed!
But mostly THANK YOU. Your channel showed me my first printer and everything I have been able to create was because you took the time to share your knowledge and now I get to pass that along to my kids who's smiles are thanks to you and your work!
First of all, THANK YOU, for all of the wonderful and informational content you have created for the communities. I was more drawn into the technical/informational and printer review videos. Please keep doing those. I also think you are headed into the right direction with bringing in the anime/manga prints and props. The two things I would like to see more of would be: 1. Collaboration/Specials with more content creators and or 3D designers. 2. Maybe more information on where/who for the stl and 3d designs. You are one of the many that I watch but few that I actually value with your input and opinion on/for the 3d Industry. (The printer reviews, technical information, etc..) Watching your content is what convinced and helped me with the purchase of my first 3d printer. (Ender-5 Plus). Just keep doing what you are doing with the open mind and awareness that you already have. These conversations are sometimes dreadful but very much needed. Thank you!
First up Frank, I’d like to say thank you for everything you have done so far. I have recently started my first Ironman suit build thanks to your videos which have been invaluable.
For me the videos on how to resize things, using mesh mixer, sanding and probably most importantly wiring have been a massive help and would love to see more along those lines.
I would say that most people who are into 3D printing could manage to print a sword but the full cosplay suits are a league above that.
I have watched your entire Mk85 build multiple times over and continually go back to them to refresh my memory.
I would love to see you take on things like a Halo suit build or stuff from the Warhammer 40k universe.
Please do more videos on how you customise your suits to suit you. I know that you have mentioned it before. How about going into detail showing how you assembled the harness to wear it all or how exactly you modified your mk85 to give it such a perfect looking fit. Yes I know you have talked about it but sone of us are visual learners.
Either way, just keep being you. I’ll watch it anyway, although I am less excited about manga swords and gimiky one off prints.
Personally I like all the vids you make. Watching your tutorial and cosplay vids is so entertaining and inspiring, you’ve inspired me to start 3d printing myself! I got so hooked in watching the MK 85 build that I bought a Neptune 3 plus and set up a full printing workshop because I want to make a full mk 85 suit. I done a mando helmet just how you showed us in your video and just printed and prepped a mk 85 helmet just like you showed us. Without those sorts of videos and the way you showed us how to make this stuff I would never have known how to do it. Watching your older videos and all the tips and tricks you showed us then, and seeing how you’re doing those things now is teaching us how to be creative and gets us in the mindset to use our imagination and grow in ways we never would’ve thought. And even though I already know how to print something I still watch your vids to see how you did it because if I’m not sure about something else I still watch the whole video because it’s entertaining and if I ever get stuck I think WWFD (what would Frank do).
Anyway I love all your vids so if I had any advice id say keep doing as you are, There’s a reason you have over 1 million subscribers!
I stumbled upon your channel recently, and after just a few days of immersing myself in your videos, I took the plunge and ordered my first 3D printer. Your helmet builds have become my go-to, and I've practically memorized every step. Your infectious energy keeps me coming back, and I believe you could turn any print into a captivating video solely because of the positive vibes you bring.
My request for the channel is more comprehensive how-to guides. Currently, I'm tackling the Red Bat helmet from NikkoIND, and I anticipate diving into color choices, what works, what doesn't, and the entire headache of painting. If you've covered this build before, having a guide would be a time-saver for hobbyists like me. In essence, creating how-to guides for everything you find interesting would be fantastic, and perhaps throw in some giveaways for added excitement.
I noticed a suggestion in the comments about a Hulkbuster suit, which sounds incredible. This hobby involves numerous skills that newcomers may lack, so consider producing content that you wished existed when you were starting out. Your unique personality sets you apart from other influencers, so whatever you decide to create, approach it with the same attitude-it's bound to resonate. The sky's the limit, and I'm eager to see what exciting projects and guides you have in store.
Ive been 3d printing for a few years, but I found your channel a few months ago. Now I'm hooked on cosplay printing mainly just for nerdy house decorations, lol. I watch all your cosplay build videos, 3d printing tips & tricks, and the reviews. Your cosplay build videos are my favorites. Even if it is the same info & techniques over and over, I still love watching them. I'm a huge Star Wars fan, so any of those builds will be viewed by me. But really, I'll watch whatever content you put on youTube, bro. Thanks for all the inspiration.
I don’t have a 3D printer yet but really want to get one. So I really love all your videos reviewing printers, explaining what’s best for what and how to use them. I also like all the how tos. What paint to use, how to use programs, how to sand etc. And then videos showing specific things like cosplay stuff is always fun because I can save the video for the day I’m finally able to do this myself. Regardless of how you go forward, I appreciate all the hard work you put into your videos!
What's up Frank, I love your step by step tutorials and helmet videos and those big props, you got me into 3d printing and I still am learning and your the #1 channel I search up for those guides and helping me and a lot of other people with 3d printing, thank you and keep up the work.
I've been into cosplay for about 9 years (with EVA foam) and got into 3D printing over the past year, so your channel is one of my favorites. I watched your stuff as I was getting into 3D printing, to understand slicer settings and how to get my own prints going. I watched videos on how to improve the bed slinger prints. I recently got a Bambu and now see how newer printers obviate a lot of that.
Your "best printers of '23" video was great, and they will keep making new printers so keep those coming. And even tho Marvel and DC are in a state of uhh...flux shall we say, I think it will always be there to some extent and genre as a whole will continue to flourish. I do a lot of fantasy / Lord of the Rings / Game of Thrones prints btw - so *prop weapon making* etc. is always going to be a draw for me. Dune part wo is going to be huge, there are armors, blades and weapons for that. House of the Dragon season 2 drops this summer. Genre will keep giving you things that would be cool to make, so I like the idea of you following your propmaking heart in those directions if it leads you there (manga / anime too, tho that's less my thing).
And I think even with Bambu et all taking a lot of human error and printer tweaking out of the equation, as a Bambu owner I will say that those issues aren't tooootally gone. Slicer settings are still an ongoing challenge, especially that balance between supports/rafts being manageable or ideally easy to remove, while not so lightly attached they jeopardize the prints, etc. There will always be new slicers, new potential settings, we will always benefit from someone with your expertise, drive, and ability to workshop those problems and show us the way.
I hope you keep doing what you're doing and follow your heart / your creative desires where they lead you - what made you a success so far should continue to open new doors for you.
Hey Frank, I am an old fan of yours and you're videos have really helped me a lot and helped me discover something new that I really enjoy and helped me level up my game from cardboard to 3d- printed ironman suits and I really like watching your how to type of videos because I can always incorporate something that you did in that video into one of my own projects. Other videos that I really liked and i think you should do more of is tech videos, I know Kiara a while ago helped teach you todo some coding and so it would be cool to see more of that side of the cosplay world. As well 3d print files are getting better and better like with Walsh and Vek making helmet that have moving jaws, there are now different types of codes to use for ironman helmets so it could be cool to see you review those. Something that I think is super important for you is passion projects because those are the most fun to see because you nerd out in videos like that then you cause me to nerd out. but whatever path you take bro I'll always be a viewer.
I first came to your channel when starting out with my little Ender 3 and wanting to build something more ambitious - thanks to the tutorials you showed I've been slowly constructing a custom Mandalorian suit, using your tutorials when it comes to sanding and priming as a real guide to build my own confidence in what approach to take. So the tutorials and guides were super helpful! More of those and new ideas are always welcome!
I'd love to see another big cosplay project like the Iron Man suit - maybe pick something ambitious that you can work on over a few months, including updates on what goes well, doesn't go well, things you've learned along the way, and share them as a kind of video diary mixed with tutorials on how you handled some more of the complex elements. People like things that are relatable, so keep an eye out for comments that indicate where others are struggling with something. If you're leaning into video games, why not something like a Spartan from Halo?
I love the prop making videos especialy the part you position the parts and how you paint and finish them i also like the goffy videos even though i know you have to look to the masses. I also love when you do more eletronic centered stuff (like you did with different ways to motorize an iron man helmet back in the day) or the ones you talk about the new stuff on the market (it being 3d printers or softwares like Orca Slicer)
That's it for me! Hope you have a great 2024!
I really enjoy watching you print and paint the different props and helmets. I don’t dislike watching you review individual 3d printers but I like your best printers of whenever videos. I really enjoy watching your channel and can’t wait to do so in the future. Can’t wait to see where you go next Frank!!!
Hey frank! Still somewhat new to 3D printing but honestly I don’t see myself going anywhere or getting bored of your content. I first came for the cool stuff you made because I’m into super heroes and Star Wars, but then I got into wanting to print things myself, you helped me buy my first and second printer and even though I’m not into anime, I still watch those build videos too. Whether it’s build videos for cosplay, or printer reviews, or slicer tutorials, I’m going to watch regardless. I know not everyone will feel the same but I just want you to know that there are some of us that just enjoy watching whatever content you put out! (Even the flexi rexi or 3D printing your pup, lol) Keep up the great work! Can’t wait for the next video :)
Your tutorial videos have helped me so much when it comes to making cosplay prints. Also bought a bambu p1p on your recommendations and a 3d scanner after watching your video on scaling. Thank you for all the help. Im totally into all the marvel stuff more than anime but would still watch videos about anime props. Another video that really helped was where you listed some 3d sculpters you get your files from. Opened up a whole new world of really good files. Even if some cost money. They aren't ridiculously expensive and the quality is just so much better then what you could find for free. Besides cosplay i really like making statues and dioramas but these seem better suited for resin printing so i wouldn't mind seeing some of that if its something you do at all. Again thank you for all the help and info you have shared over the last year. Its because of your videos that i got into 3d printing.
I really appreciate your printer review videos (I bought my first printer because of your recommendation in one of your yearly Best Printers videos & it’s been amazing!!), but what I get most excited to watch on your channel are the full length prop and cosplay build videos! I love seeing the whole process from start to finish, it’s so satisfying & makes me want to go build something too. Even though I’m not really into anime myself, I can’t argue with how cool their giant swords are lol
i always love seeing ur cosplay builds from start to finish, the trials and errors andnjust explaining your thought process
those were the one i enjoy the most mainly from im always learning new techniques and methods which always helped me with my cosplay builds!!!
Hi this is a longer comment but just hear me out, I have been an enjoyer of your content for an about a year now and watching your videos got me into 3d printing and started me on the journey I am on today. Your content inspired me to start creating props and to print big projects, Im currently working on trying to start a 3d printing CZcams channel and I'm currently working on 2 spider man masks and an iron man helmet thanks to your videos. Your reviews helped me find the right printer for me and in my opinion you could go any direction you want with this channel and I will still be a devout viewer of your content. I love all of your videos and you do a really good job of making them fun and interesting. I've watched almost all of your videos about helmets and post processing to try learn how to make props. Thanks for all of your hard work in every video and the inspiration you gave me to give 3d printing a chance. And thanks for taking the time to read this comment.
Hey Frank! I'm glad that you're passion in 3D printing and cosplay is just as high as when I first watched your videos a couple of years ago!
It is true that 3D print technology is evolving at a crazy speed, and I'm looking forward into being up to date to those developments, and I mostly watch those types of videos. I think that updating and modernising tutorial videos is a great idea! Printers and slicers get more advanced, paints and sandpapers change and skills evolve. General cosplay stuff is also something that really peaks my interest. I'm working on an N7 suite from Mass Effect, and videos about cosplay material gave me an insane amount of information!
Content i personally don't really watch is reviews of printers themselves. Don't get me wrong, it can be interesting, but the given info doesn't really do much for me when I'm not looking for a new machine myself. That's just me, keep doing those for yourself and others that might need that info! 👍
I wish you the best for 2024, thanks for being a great teacher the last couple of years and good luck with your channel 👍
Prop creation the biggest reason i have watched your channel and i have found your content to be the best structure for me to actually learn something. You keep your content lively while being informative. I would really like to see how techniques have improved or how you've learned to create new paint effects. The subject matter whether super hero, ani-manga , video games, etc isn't the driving force for viewing your content but the process for getting good quality props and cosplay. Your content is fantastic and I'm excited to see more!
Hey Frank, this right here is my favorite part of your channel and your IG. You’re one of the few makers who actually interacts with people. You don’t know me from a hole in the wall but we’ve traded numerous DM and comments and I appreciate that. Not many makers ever bother replying. So I’m here for whatever you content you put out. Initially I subscribed for the Ironman builds and 3D printing to learn and absorb any info. As it stands you’ve become one of favorite creators so I’m here for the long haul. Happy New Year & Continued success.
Personally, what i enjoy watching from you is the post processing tutorials (as well as the printer reviews). I love the sanding, soldering and painting tutorials, as well as the slicer tips and tricks for 3d print big stuff. I don't really care if you cover anime, manga or marvel/dc stuff, i enjoy all of them. The focus for me is the physical part of things, how to sand faster and with less effort, how to correctly tape difficult areas of a helmet when painting (something i struggle with), etc. Keep doing you and best of luck!
PS: refreshing you old tutorials videos on sanding and painting as well as showing/advising tools and techniques for them are immensely appreciated!
I love the view into the whole process you give. Especially when you go into detail on things like print angles in the slicers and such. The props are always fun to watch how you make them.
I have watched tons of your videos, and you truly got me into 3d printing for prop building. For myself, at least I'm not really in anime, but love Marvel DC and Star Wars. I personally don't believe you should cut any of them out, being everyone has different passions and also it brings you joy! I also love seeing review videos on printers as it is one of my top guides to what printers to buy. I also love your idea of revamping old tutorials videos like sanding every year or two as things are constantly changing, and it's nice to have refreshers. A couple of ideas that I would love to see you produce if you feel it's something you would enjoy is reviews on filaments or at least a video on filaments you use for certain projects, more printer setting videos (I know you said before it's not going to be exactly the same but it allows us to learn from things you are doing), and lastly a lightsaber build with electronics and a blade would be awesome. All and all I believe that you should move in the direction that your heart desires! You have touched many people's lives with this content, and I think I can speak for all of us, we are very thankful for everything you do!
I love seeing you make anything from step one to the the final product. big fan of all the props you make. especially when you do electronics. also really enjoyed when you went over how you maintain your printers.
For me I like the “goofy” content for short form media like Tik Tok or CZcams shorts. I feel it works out really well In that format.
As for the full video I really like the 3d prop and cosplay videos. I really enjoy seeing a project start to finish no matter what fandom it is from. And your attention to detail on your projects, and your engaging personality are the main reasons I keep coming back to the channel!
I also watch all your review videos anytime I get the itch to buy another 3d printer. Your reviews are comprehensive and relatable in a way that I find the most useful.
I think the move to do more anime and Manga props (or possible cosplays) is a great idea! I would love to see more props, weapons and armor from Anime and Manga! I look forward to any and all content you make in the future!
Frank,
My Mentor, My Guru... My Guide to all things 3D printed and beyond! I just want to start this by saying I am so thankful to you and for this channel as I don't know that I'd still be printing on my Ender 5S-1, let alone now have 2 K1-Max's and a Lizard Scanner. In truth though, I think you might be reading too much into it. At the same time, I'm guessing you wouldn't be where you are if you didn't take things like the numbers of each video into account. I was able to build an Iron Man suit and that was because of you... But having done that, I'm now thinking I want to go more into the realm of props as well. Suits are great, but if I'm ever to make any money in this hobby, it comes from making smaller, more easily sellable things too... but enough about me. I don't know what your idea was when you first started this channel, but you started it, and it got peoples attention. I'd say go back and take a look at that guy that started the channel and maybe try to get back to what was originally driving him. Do you want to know where I think you shine most of all in your videos? It's that you have a genuine love for this hobby. A curiosity that gets you to do things like push printers to their limits just to see if it can take it and you're just light-hearted, good natured, funny at times and just fun to watch. You don't drone on like some content creators do but rather show us the possibilities and the silliness that I think only you and Kira really bring... (Though she's on a whole different level of crazy... but that's her shtick and it's fun. As ALEXLAB said though, your guide videos are clear, concise and easy to follow while at the same time not putting the viewers to sleep. That's a skill, so give yourself credit where it's due. Thus far, it seems you've followed your heart and your gut on what videos to make and if it's now pulling you more towards anime and video games then I say go for it. Also, the scanner vid I LOVED! but that's only because I have one and I'm still getting good with it... Maybe to change things up though once a month you bring in someone to teach something that may be beyond your own skill set. This week, Frankly Built Presents and then say bring in someone that shows us how to 3d model something. There are a whole host of 3d modeling programs out there from Blender to Maya, maybe you can bring in someone that models stl's to show us a bit on how it's all done. Other than that though, I'd say your channel has it all... just keep doing what you've been doing!
I've always come to your channel for tutorials and tips for cosplay. I've learned so much from you. I hope that you will continue to have those in your lineup. I enjoy the occasional diversity in content, as it keeps it fresh. I'm a huge fan of the cosplay and that also makes you unique. There are lots of 3d printer guys on CZcams, but not many cosplay 3d printing
I actually love watching all sorts of your videos, cosplay, 3d printing, painting, etc. Even if I'm not going to make a specific helmet/mask you still show different techniques in each one to help me learn everything.
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Keep the 3d printers reviews going it helps out tremendously. In general I come to your channel for an actual legit opinion on a printer. Then afterwards i end up going through and checking out your videos I haven't seen yet.
IMO just do what you want majority of us came for the awesome prints you made and stayed for the honest reviews. You got me for life man do what you enjoy. We will be here!
I really like watching the prop making videos that have good information for 3d printing settings and slicing, and also painting/post processing. After watching your channel I purchased a Neptune 3 Plus mostly on your reviews and made my first full set of Mandalorian armor! That being said, even if I'm not interested in the prop itself, such as a manga/anima I didn't watch, I still enjoy the learning techniques that can be applied to other projects. Also I know that PLA is amazing stuff, but as I start to branch out into new filaments I'd love to see content around that as well!
Keep up the amazing work, and inspiring more people to join the 3d printing and cosplay community!
Awesome video! I started my 3D printing journey almost 2 yrs ago due to you! Albeit its been on and off but I've loved watching your vids and learning more and more about the craft. Your videos are super informative and you have a real knack for this! As for what you should be doing going forward? Keep making cool tutorial videos like you have been, but also sprinkle in some more quirky videos because we all can see how much you love them and most of us do as well! I wouldn't also be opposed to you venturing more into resin printing and your experiences with that too! Keep up the fascinating videos, your doing great!!!
I personally love your props and 3D printing videos. Whenever you try to problem solve with new painting techniques particularly, that is really useful as a maker. Always touching on the 3D printer settings is super helpful too because you’re often changing and updating printing methods as you go.
I found your channel because I was recently introduced to 3D printing. I love the hobby and I'm currently going through your back log to learn the basics. I'm personally interested in your step-by-step process build videos. However, I think it is very beneficial to the community when you through up a video explaining some of the different type of printers on the market. I personally, don't have the funding to try out all of these products and I think very highly of your opinion thus far. So, for me when you speak on a product that gives a solid foundation when saving up for a upgrade later down the line.
As far as content, listen I think most people that end up here are nerds (Me included) so anime, marvel, DC etc., it doesn't matter. I support it all.
Keppy up the good work!
I came across your channel when I first got into 3D printing and wanting to learn about post-processing to make things look better. I would love to see more techniques being showcased. Different finishing materials/paints, tooling, etc for various kinds of post-processing. And/or expanding into different kinds of filament like TPU (and how to post-process those) for different cosplay applications.
I love to learn new techniques for making helmets, armor, props etc. I also like videos about specific projects, like the iron man suit or mandalorian helmet. Videos about 3d printing in general are also always helpful, i really enjoyed the big 3d printer review a few weeks ago. I know thats pretty much the same stuff you did last year, but whatever you do, it turns out great! Kepp it up!
Just got my first printer this past friendsgiving, a lot of the videos that have drawn me to your channel are what may be simple tutorials for most pros here. How and why do I have to sand certain grits and remove all the layer lines, different slicer softwares and what they offer (I just started messing with Cura vs Prusa tree supports), etc, all of these type of videos may seem repetitive but as you mentioned 3D Printers are becoming more and more accessible everyday and theres always a new guy around the block
I'm posting this less than 2 mins into the video and I have a few points:
1. I LOVE the instructional videos on building cosplay anything.
2. I love seeing the random shit you decide to make, that gets you excited. Your excitement drives genuine character behind the lens. It's awesome to see you build things.
3. I love the way you branch out from Ironman to anime and DO3D and just cool shit YOU like.
Dude, you're freaking awesome. I know it's a business, but keep making stuff that makes you happy.
We're all nerds and we just like cool stuff. Maybe every video doesn't pop, but we'll watch you make all the cool stuff we never thought about making.
I made my 1st helmet watching your videos: Redhood rebirth from printables. I LOVE that helmet and I now feel like I can make more and I'm not wasting money buying 3d files I could never print or post process.
YOU'RE FUCKING AMAZING!! YOU GIVE US A SOPTLIGHT TO BE WEIRD!! KEEP BEING YOU AND WE'LL KEEP WATCHING VIDS!!
Hey frank, I watch your videos because of the content you create in general. The 3d printing and finishing of the props you create is what brought me to your channel. It is not so much about what the prop is or what it comes from. I got into 3d printing because of the ability to create things that aren't mass produced because it may not be cool to the masses, but it's cool to me. Seeing your workflow and how you approach the process from finding, slicing, and printing stls. To the post processing and finishing. Or the wearing, use, and display of has been created. It inspires and informs me on ways I can accomplish the projects I want to do. The amount of interest and energy you convey in these videos is what makes them popular. As well as the showing of mistakes made and the ability to fix, correct, and overcome are important.
A place I would look for inspiration for new content is look at the different streaming services. Look at the top 10 shows, movies, or genres and find props or items to create from them to stay relevant.
Some key things of your channel I appreciate are step by step process videos, reviews, and larger scale passion projects. Something I am not particularly interested in is anime content as I rarely know the IP you are trying to reproduce but I acknowledge many do. A possible recommendation could be 3D tools or things you have made that make other projects easier in a support capacity.
The big thing though I keep coming back for is the artistry side of things. How you do more complex detail, electronics and the like. How you make custom eye visors and on and on. Things that you cant just print sand and paint. Even simple things like where you have tested various paints and what goes with certain glosses are incredibly valuable to me. In short, I like when you focus on your craft that goes beyond the printing itself.
I sure appreciate your efforts. Have a blessed 2024.
Well man, I know you've been a huge help to me in a bunch of ways, and i know that doesn't put money in the bank. But i definitely owe ya a big thank you. It's the good advise and methods and cool ideas that keep me commin back. When you get to building something, when we get to peek into your mind a little and see where maybe you improvise, or use what you consider to be common sense that gives me a eureka moment, thats the good stuff. Repetition is never bad considering you're always finding better ways, or learning how we sometimes just aint pickin up what you're laying down and might find a new or better way to throw it at us. I personally enjoy the long form as it feels a bit more hands on, thanks for all the good content.