Steady Craftin videos are made with the help of DIRECT SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/steadycraftin (You'll also get access to the printable 3D scans of my original sculpted figures, MP3s, exclusive behind-the-scenes videos, shop discounts, and more.) My family and I are so grateful that I get to do this.
Here's the deal: we love YOU. We love what you do, we love your content, most importantly we're here for YOU, no matter what you do. Whatever makes YOU happy, makes US happy! For example, everyone loves Bob Ross and watching him paint, but I can guarantee that if he had a show of him building something or even reading a book, as long as he talked to us and it still felt like Bob Ross, everyone would still love it. They're there for Bob much more than just the painting. My point is: You do you and the rest will come :)
You nailed it! Crafsman, you are like that special relative, we may not know you intimately, but we recognize your specialness and love you for it! You are my beloved newly found brother! I love you and welcome you to my family! Whatever changes happen, I will be there for you!
Sorry for any worry! I sincerely appreciate your patience in hanging with me. I stay pretty steady on these things but it's the "Gotta get an episode out" that I struggle with. Ideally I'd like to put out smaller videos MORE FREQUENTLY. :)
Stress is a big one for me too. I think it comes with the RU-vid territory. Getting better but it’s definitely something I need to actively work on and learn to overcome. Not an easy task but getting there 2 steps forward one step back. Sometimes 3, 4 or 5 back😜
Kind of along the same lines as watching Mr. Crafsman here, I have no interest in miniatures or making tabletop terrain but I find myself watching your videos often because the process and end result are so pleasing.
Definitely keep the old videos! I still love to go back and watch them sometimes when I need some crafts advice. I'm looking forward to the new season of ANIMATION, though!!! I LOVE animation! Even if I didn't, I'm one of those people who MEANS it when I say that I'd be happy watching you do anything that you enjoy doing. Also, hit me up if you need an animation buddy for any projects. Animation has always been a special interest of mine.
Jus my two cents, I love your instructional videos and often go back and rewatch them, I hope there will be more of them, but if there was only one or two a year and the rest of your videos were your own animations I'd still be a patron and a regular viewer. Your work stands for itself and I'm always delighted to see it. Just be careful with the pastoral work on the back end, I know that being of service to others is the reason we were put here, but make sure that you have time to refresh and gladden your spirit too.
I don't care what you do, I come here to destress. Your videos are so relaxing and fun to watch. You could strap a camera to your head and narrate a walk through the city dump and I would listen for hours.
Crafsman, as everyone said: we want you to be happy. The entire message of this channel is to explore, and learn, be creative and be good to eachother. Pursue whatever makes you happy, we will be here whenever and however you decide to post.
you know how marvel movies always got a secret that makes you watch the credits? that’s how I watch steady craftin videos, the production value is bonkers, and it really is the little things that get me feelin alright about this workday ahead of me.
Me encanta la radio explosiva! I also love the fire still burning. Crafsman brah, you straight up crazy! Man, you got a serious Lego collection. You even have a custom case for them. Perhaps an intervention is needed? Hmmm... Nah. Nice fade out on the stress section of the video. That was cool. Me encanta! The baby AT-AT running is mucho adorable, hermano. PBS! Steady, steady, steady, steady, steady. Amazing work you vaquero cineasta!
Awesome. Love dragonframe. Btw if you paint the stands you are using to hold the ‘puppet’ up for stop motion, a chroma green or blue, that would give you another option for removing it from the background.
That is an excellent idea! The closest thing I had was some translucent green Bionicle parts, but I never once considered I could straight PAINT the parts chroma green. :D Thank you for suggesting this!
@@TheCrafsMan sometimes I use chroma green gaffers tape - if the stand doesn't need to move a lot. I don't wrap the tape around.Instead I just lightly tack the tape on the visible side of the stand, makes it easier to remove and move if needed. not sure what kind of paint you'd need to use on your stand...spraypaint?
SNAP! Thank you all for the additional feedback! I've experienced green spill on larger backdrops (like my green construction paper "screen" used in the Lord of the Rings video - LOL) and generally combat that using distance, so I'll definitely pay attention to how much spill we get from the rig itself. Good call!
@@TheCrafsMan yeah, definitely may not be useful when shooting glossy,shiny,metallic objects. But if matte and non reflective, could be handy. Love your channel (and I'm a patreon). Take care.
I can't imagine Crafsman being stressed out. He seems so chill and his videos are so relaxing. Always great content and very inspiring. I'm looking forward to seeing what comes next.
I still love the older videos...there might be better ways to do things now, but some folks might not be able to do the latest and greatest. The old ways are fun, too!
You make content and we'll watch it. You have a mind that works in ways that some of us could only dream of. Your work is great to watch for those that just want to watch, and inspiring to those that want to make.
I'm happy for you, Crafsman! I'm so excited to see you cut loose, and follow that passion! It feels like watching a beloved teacher pass on the last of their lessons as they step into the next phase of their life, but still encouraging those former students to keep going, and to never stop learning themselves. It's gonna be a good year, friend.
That camera controlled stop motion shot of the radar dish made me go 'wow!' out loud. That looked fantastic!! Can't wait to see what 2022 brings, no matter the content!
I took a burnout for me to figure out what you've figured out. I'm really glad you're doing the backburner projects before burnout hit, because recovery is so hard and often tied up with financial obligations. I started coming here for the crafting videos, but stuck around because you're so wonderful. Your voice is calming, your videos are always entertaining, and you pour so much heart and character into everything you do that we all feel loved and like we're friends or family, or at least close neighbors.
I don't think I've ever said it in a comment, but I definitely watch the video because of you Crafsman, not whatever you happen to be doing (which I do love). It makes me personally really happy to hear you're going to be doing what you want!
You are an inspiration. Not only because you're following your passions, but because you're doing right by yourself. Not only that, you're brave enough to put it out there. You've helped me in similar struggles and I'm sure I'm not the only one. Thank you for being you!! It takes so much effort to create, so much more to care, and you're doing both! I'm looking forward to the stories you're going to tell.
Every Single Time I watch a steady craftin Vido I find myself feeling inspired, entertained and relaxed. It's like going to a small but very cozy barbershop where your favorite barber greets you, seats you and takes time to talk to you and discuss things as he/she cuts, styles and or shaves you. It's that same relaxation that makes you feel so welcomed. I love this channel and while I get a tingey bit envious of his equipment. I absolutely love to watch, listen and allow myself to get inspired. I too sincerely wish crafsman do what he loves and I for one will be here for it every single time.
This is great news. I'm into making stuff, but without much overlap with what you do. I watch just because you are a lovely personality, I just want to see you doing what makes you happy. The fact that you are interested in it makes me interested in it.
This is awesome Crafsman, I've watched your videos for a long time, I'm a 3D Animator full-time and I like to watch your videos while I work to relax and inspire me, now that you'll be doing animation full-time it's even better!
I've tried a bunch of crafts thanks to your videos and all of the effort you put in, and I've gone back to ones I tried in the past too. Your channel is also a haven during hard times. Thanks for everything over the last few years, and here's to all the videos to come!
One of my favorite channels is DoubleBoost from John Mills. After watching him for many years, rarely does he do something particularly new or unusual, but I like spending time with him. I can watch him cutting threads or brazing a broken casting all day long. He is delightful. Same goes for you, CrafsMan. It's spending time with someone whose company I enjoy, while they do something they love. That is time well spent. We all change as we grow, so you go right ahead and grow in the direction that feels right. I'm pretty sure no matter what that direction happens to be, lots of us will still be delighted to spend time sharing it with you. Sincerely. All right!
I'm glad you aren't giving up on toys. Because I want to do the same thing, albeit a different type of toy. But your journey has helped my on my own journey. I also like to make animation and other stuff. I feel a bit of a kindred spirit with you, and your videos are such an inspiration! 😊
It's true, Crafsman. I also don't create the same kind of work you do, I am an oil painter and I draw, but I watch because I love your personality and style of teaching. You put a lot of heart and time into your videos and it shows. Please do take care of yourself first and foremost, it is the most important thing. It's so easy to get burnt out doing creative things, sometimes I wouldn't even notice how burnt out I was until I would get terribly sick and be forced to stop working. I hope you can find a good balance. I love what you do.
My favorite YT channel I've found in over a decade. Bar none. You are gifted in every facet of entertainment. You will definitely have your door being kicked down for a TV show any day don't jump for the first opportunity go for the best one, best contract, and best pay out. You are one of a kind and for that never sell yourself short because it is remarkable how entertaining and unique you are.
im a very recent subscriber from singapore. i was looking for videos on diy copper patinas (was making wire wrapped jewellery for my gf) and found your channel. found you soo soothing and nice and fell in love with your accent. now im binging all of your videos. that person who told you to keep doing what you like is right! watching you create what you like and talk about it is a joy!
Hello my friend, I'm Brazilian and your channel inspires me in every new video! I've already shown your channel to several friends and created a network of Brazilian fans, when a new video comes out we spent the night watching it together! Brazilians love your channel. If any American fan can make the subtitles in English because some words we don't understand, it would help us a lot. Congratulations and success always! 😍
Thank you so much for this wonderful comment! I apologize for the lack of subtitles on most of the videos. We recently had someone volunteer to go through (starting with most recent and working backwards) making subtitles, which turned out great. But they've had to move on due to work changes, so the ball is back in my court. I will look into the subtitle services and see how that works - it might be economical enough to do for videos going forward (but hopefully the people at the subtitle place will understand what I'm saying. LOL!) Thank you for the honest and constructive feedback! And thank you (and friends in Brazil) for watching! :D
Watching you be silly, hang out in your shed, make toys and craft stuff is uplifting and relaxing. I craft a bit myself and you keep me company while i wait for glue or paint to dry. Keep on steady craftin' and we'll keep on steady watchin'.
Hey craftsman! My hobbies as a maker include embroidery, painting and pottery. But you're my favorite maker channel, because I love to see what YOU love to do. Whatever you work on, I'm always interested and excited to see it. I'm really really excited to see what's coming down the pipeline in the future for this channel because whatever your vision is or whatever shifts in interest artistically and creatively you might have, I'm here for them! You're the most positive channel around and I love you for it.
The old tub of Legos really is something that everyone has, huh? Glad to see I'm not the only one! On a more serious note, I am very excited to see what you will do next, Crafsman - animation, toy manufacturing, restoration, heck, even shoe shining - as long as it's Crafsman Certified™, it's gonna be a great watch! Even if it has nothing to do with wristwatches!
Dude, your creativity is off the charts. People who don't craft who watch are watching because you're very good at what you do, and on top of that, you have a likeable character that you portray which makes your videos infotainment. Humility is a great virtue, but don't let it hold you back. Keep up the awesome work.
This video made my heart so happy. From watching and learning how to print on wood on that early video to watching and learning all of the amazing animation. You've made my inner animator so happy. I hope to join patrion soon as I can afford to. Can't wait to see what your making
I am in the camp of not doing the things that you show on the youtubes, but I could watch paint dry on a screen if you are telling stories, horrible dad jokes, whatever. you have a calming personality with a great sense of humor that makes people want to interact with you if only by watching your adventures. Thank you, I appreciate what you do. By coincidence, I am sporting my Craftnation presents shirt today. So happy days!!!
I was a traditional 2D animator for a number of years and recognise all your reference books. Preston Blair etc. I thought you might have been an animator, judging from some of the work you have shown on your channel. Your art style, drawing and sculpting tells me that too. Do what makes you happy and at a pace that you can healthily sustain. You are living the dream and a lot of us are vicariously along for the ride. I'm certain your audience will stick with you. I'll be watching for sure.
I'm all for this. I just enjoy watching and listening to you speak on the things that you enjoy. Grateful to be along for the ride in such a brilliant imagination. See ya next vid!
You know what I love about this channel? Yes I love the content, the voice is fantastically calming, but mostly it feels like we grew up together (although I don’t know you at all) but this is the channel myself or my friends would have tried to make either then or today, same interests, same ideas on creativity, especially the era of toys you use in the videos, but how you use them is so nostalgic of my life with my friends when we were kids it’s like we were friends as kids. It amazes me while watching your videos how comfortable I am with what your content is. That’s all I wanted to mention, keep that stress in check man, we’d all be bummed if you weren’t around, and whatever content you want to make whenever, I’m sure we’d all be happy to watch
I love making and I’ve learned about a lot of crafting skills because I wanted to watch a Crafsman video rather than because that technique looked like my style. I love you. Thank you for doing what you do.
You inspire the ever living legos outta me. Love seeing your process and how therapeutic it is for you. I've been animating for 17 years, but recently found the thing that "re-activated" my passion and drive to do my OWN work. Super glad yours is here, and getting support. Looking forward to seeing you go ( somehow) ever more super saiyan.
I think I could watch videos for just about any random thing as long as it comes from you CrafsMan. I am excited to see what you do with your lego animations and whatever other projects you have planned.
Thank you for all of your hard work Crafsman. You got me through some hard times during the Quarantine in 2020 when my son was born and his mother had to go right back to the hospital for emergency surgery. There I was with a newborn and no support. My stress levels were through the roof between caring for an infant and worrying if my fiance would make it home. Your videos soothed both my son and I and really legitimately made a huge difference in our lives. He's a year and a half now and both he and his mother are doing just fine. I'm heading over to patreon right now to sign up. Thank you for everything you do, and I fully support your change of seasons.
I just wanted to say that I watch your videos for your personality, but also to learn. I have a lot of your same interests. I'm an engineer and your videos are how I find methods for engineering and crafts projects I have in my head. Then, the stop motion is also an interest of mine. Some of your videos, I just skip over and don't watch because I'm not interested. Some, I watch anyways just for your personality. You got quite a few great things going here, and they're not gonna go away anytime soon. I love it. Keep steady craftin, or whatever else you wanna do. LOVE IT!
Take it easy, Crafsman. The best part of being here is being here for YOU, regardless of what you do next. M3rcuryMorbid said it best. Never forget how much we love you. :)
Man...that AT-AT looks so happy! Glad you're enjoying yourself, Crafsman. Watching you do cool stuff that you get a kick out of has always been the main draw of the channel for me.
Best intro yet, bro!!! Had me rollin'! 😂😂😂 I love you, Crafsman! You've given me so much wholesome enjoyment, man. You deserve to be happy, no matter what you wanna do. We're here to watch you. You're the one we love. Whatever you make as a byproduct of being you is just icing on the cake! You're infinitely precious, already. God loves you, no matter what. And so do all your friends, out here. We all just want you to be happy, man! 😊 God bless.
So, so, so happy for you Crafsman. Been following the channel for a couple years now, found it during a real low point in my life and I've been rebuilding myself since then, what you gone and done is make a dang avatar that helps so many people - myself included - just by talking about and making and sharing the things and people you love. Bless you, you've blessed us time and time again. Keep on
I saw your Lego Blacksmith house! I am so envious, Crafsman! I'm also very glad to see you getting more comfortable with doing your own thing on your channel. Looking forward to seeing the outcome of all the hard work you're putting in on this animation thing. Thank you for everything, Crafsman!
I love and appreciate the hard work and creativity that you put into your projects and videos. Work on what you love, and we will love it too. Thank you! 😀
I tell you crafsman... I can only upload one video a month. Sculpting, filming, video file organization, editing, music, narration, uploading. Its a TON of work. I have no idea how you kept up a weekly video schedule. I feel you! So... you keep doing how you need to do! I'll be looking forward to every video you put out!!!
Crafsman, this is probably my favorite channel. Your videos are always refreshing in a world filled with stress and I thank you with all my heart for doing what you do.
I'll chime in on that. Seeing the toy casting a kitbashing vids were a blast as someone who builds miniatures regularly. I don't see myself ever venturing into animation, or hydrodipping, or getting an injection molder, but it's always a delight to see your take on stuff.
I consider myself extremely observant (and a bit of a perfectionist) so I really think anything you endeavor to do will come out great because I notice you put a LOT of thought and expertise into everything you do. You seem to be obsessive about learning how to make everything look and sound as perfect as possible. Camera settings, framing, color, audio, light, you seem to like having tight control over these things. You remind me a lot of myself. I jump from thing to thing a lot, and I'm obsessed with learning how to grapple with these things at a high level of proficiency. The quality shines through. Seriously dude, take my word for it. Also, I really wish I could buy some toys from you, but I guess they always are sold out. :(
Mr. Craftsman, sir, I've been an artist my whole life. I was a tattoo artist for 10 years and I was completely burnt out and lost my ambition. Watching you got me drawing again. Thanks man. P.S. Also I want your toys.....
Crafsman, I don't watch your videos because you do things I want to do, most of the things you're doing aren't what I do. I watch your videos because I love your voice and how positive and encouraging you are. And of course the entertainment value you add in is great. I do love the fact that you make things, I love to see people make things.
I remember the tiny atat. I used to have a set of those back in the day and tried to make the battle of hoth using fishing line and a .3mp webcam. Let's just say it was not good lol.
Crafsman, I would like to tell you what chu doin, and listening to your voice, it makes my heart happy. Personally, I am a woodturner and a blacksmith, but I gather my ideas from all over, like brain seeds. Thank you for sharing yourself with all of us. I am praying for your wellness and well being. Much love, steady crafting.
Crafsman, we support you. Your work is an extension of you, whether it be crafting, stop motion, animating, etc! We love what you do because you're doing it. Regarding what you do on RU-vid, that is your choice, and we respect and look forward to your various videos! Have fun and take care of yourself; we love and look forward to your uploads! 💖
Thank you for being so honest in this video. Work stress and boundaries with time are definitely a struggle for me. I appreciate you being so honest about your stress management and what you’re doing to cope with it. We love you and we appreciate you. Keep on steady craftin’, Crafsman.
Crafsman! I'm so excited for where the channel is headed in the future!! I recently began working on my very 1st animation, and it's so fun! I'm low-key terrible, but it's super fun. Love y'all!
It's been a while since I visited. You know I came back here because...I was under stress and needed a soothing voice to calm me down and entertain me. I love your openings and this one made me laugh out loud. Keep on keepin' on. Thank you for what you do being you.
Your show really introduced me to the creative side of YT. Your tutorials were always inspiring, but it was your art and personality that drew me in the most. I’m happy to see you do what you want and at a pace that’s comfortable for you. Can’t wait!
so back in 2020 I found out about and was treated for brain cancer. not long after that, my fiance introduced me to your channel. I'm disabled now and don't work but I always watch your videos. they've brought me so much happiness even when I feel down (like I did today). your skill and dedication? the production quality? your comedic timing???? BIG chef's kiss. I don't have any personal interest in doing the kinds of things that you do (my fiance does though) but I love your videos. why? because you're AMAZING. both you as a person and what you do. you could put out a video once a year and I would be grateful that you wanted us to join you in a discussion about whatever topic you went over. I hope you know that you're great and that you deserve good things. we don't want you to feel pressured or stressed in any way. I can't imagine how it has been with such a following. just know that whatever you do, and however often you choose to do it, we'll be right here supporting you!
Crafsman, as an ex illustrator who became an animator because of how much fun it is I tell you: enjoy this as much as you can, your followers ain't going anywhere, I know that as I love you everyone here loves you and wants the best for you. Have fun Crafsman.
Crafsman, WE love YOU. Do what your heart desires, I’ll always watch with excitement. I’ve been hooked on your channel for years now. I’m just glad you’ve kept it going. You’re fo real my fav channel on RU-vid.
I'm so glad to see this. Every video from you brings me joy. You're one of a kind. Don't wear yourself down for our benefit - do what you like for the sheer enjoyment of it and share it when you're able. Your audience will share that enjoyment, to be sure.
the absolute best videos are the ones where you are most passionate... that's what everyone wants to see. glad to see you jumping into something you really want to do!
@@TheCrafsMan I Love crafting home made foam remote control airplanes and everytime I sit down my girlfriend asks me in your voice if its crafting time. And I have to respond with "keep on, steady, craftin" you've worked your way into out daily lives haha.
Like the sentiment shared in this video, a lot of the stuff you do is stuff I wont likely ever touch. BUT I love the calming and passionate nature of every video you put out. Its just a nice brain break to watch people do things theyre excited about and share that in a fun, casual and knowledgeable way. Thanks for what you do, Crafsman, and I hope you continue to strive to do the things you love doing. I'll be here for the ride :)
Crafsman, My favorite videos of yours are the toy making videos. I actually do use them to learn from them, as I want to make toys as a hobby. I recently started molding my piece and well I did mess up, but that's because I didn't seal my container all the way. Regardless I want to thank you for your videos, as they have shown me the ways that I can make toys. I am also glad you are finally pursuing animation. Take care, Noah
Bruh .. I've got to say that you are an inspiration. Likewise, you ain't lyin about stress being a killer. I had my second heart attack two days before you posted this video, due to ... stress. I love your commitment to building those relationships and sharing your love for the various projects. You have a new fan and patreon member in me. Keep doin whatchu do!!
Crafsman you’re the best and we all love you. Even on my lowest days your videos never fail to bring a smile to my face. You do a service to humanity just by being you and sharing yourself with the world. Please try not to stress yourself in an attempt to live up to some perceived expectations. You are enough for all us just being you. Take it easy, release videos on whatever schedule works best your mental health, and take comfort in the fact that we will support you no matter what.
Crafsman, you have helped me on many projects that had me stumped because you were working on something that was very similar to what I was doing and I was able to apply your knowledge to my situation. I don't think I have ever thanked you for that, nor for the many hours of videos that I enjoyed watching, even if they had nothing to do with any of my own work in progress. So, for that I apologize, and I want to thank you for all of the great ideas and entertaining content you have shared with all of us. I hope this year is kind to you and the whole Crafsfamily, and that you find happiness in all of your pursuits. Stay well, my friend.
As long as you keep showing us how you're doing stuff, I'm going to keep watching; I love seeing the different ways you solve problems and the gear you use to do it.
Yess! Animation! Lego! Crafsman! Winning combination. Like others have said, here because of you, will follow where you go. Have fun, go your own pace, no pressure from us 👍
I think you will find a whole new audience with your next season in Stop Motion Animation. I only found you 3 days ago from your Probe lens video. People like the videos but they love you.
Stress is one of the main reasons that so many people enjoy watching craft/art content. The ASMR aspects of this and other similar content is another major factor. However, in my humble opinion, the content is only viable if the creator is genuine and passionate. You have that in spades good sir, and that needs to remain your primary focus. You do whatever you need to do to stay healthy and passionate about your content and the rest will follow.
I am not a crafty person and will never do any of the things you demonstrate, but I enjoy watching you do them and have seen every one of your videos. You are the reason I watch, so take care of your health, care for your family, and make videos doing things you enjoy whenever you can. God bless
That intro had me dying! 😁😁😁😂😂 I love watching your evolution regardless of where it takes you. It has truly been one of the best things about RU-vid the past few years. Seriously…. no exaggeration. Stress can kill, It’s been a rough few years, don’t want to make this about my own problems but I spent the last two years living at the hospital…. Hardest years ever,…I would retreat to my truck and keep a playlist going until I could rest my mind. before going back in hospital. Two years straight. And your videos gave me a bit of relief on a lot of days where I really had wished I was dead. watching your enjoyment of projects helped me a lot, you and your whole community are so positive, and it helped me care for my mom in her last days Regardless of good times or bad…..Watching you evolve and grow your experience has been a real treat! And it will be a blast watching you no matter what you choose Crafsman, AvE, big Clive….be my top 3. I don’t remember another creator who brought me as much joy and entertainment. You do you crafsman! That’s what we are here for.
I watch your channel mainly because it gives me little big planet vibes. That game was my childhood and I spent many sleepless nights building stuff. Whatever you end up doing I'll watch it.
