more 3d printed trash?
more 3d printed trash?
more 3d printed trash?
I am new around here, but that is exactly what I thought when I saw this massdrop hit. Is there another reason these are desired?
PSA: 3D PRINTED CAPS ARE NOVELTY CAPS, NOT ARTISAN CAPS.
PSA: 3D PRINTED CAPS ARE NOVELTY CAPS, NOT ARTISAN CAPS.
Artisan caps are novelty caps. They serve no purpose other than looking nice.
PSA: 3D PRINTED CAPS ARE NOVELTY CAPS, NOT ARTISAN CAPS.
Artisan caps are novelty caps. They serve no purpose other than looking nice.
I agree.
But novelty caps aren't always artisan caps.
PSA: 3D PRINTED CAPS ARE NOVELTY CAPS, NOT ARTISAN CAPS.
Artisan caps are novelty caps. They serve no purpose other than looking nice.
I agree.
But novelty caps aren't always artisan caps.
my artisan keyboard says filco on the side of it
link: https://www.massdrop.com/buy/xx7-megaqon-artisan-keycaps (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/xx7-megaqon-artisan-keycaps)
Hipsters love that Artisan label.
Oxford Dictionary just changes the meaning of a word if enough people use it incorrectly.Hipsters love that Artisan label.
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/us/definition/american_english/artisan
I guess oxford is where all the hipsters hang out.
What process(es) are superior to 3D printing are qualify a keycap as "artisan"?
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Now those are some artisans I can get behind
Ouch this thread :( I understand that 3D printing isn't for everyone, and to most people they aren't artisans, but there's no need to **** all over someone's work.
Ouch this thread :( I understand that 3D printing isn't for everyone, and to most people they aren't artisans, but there's no need to **** all over someone's work.
Don't let yourself get down by these kinds of posts man. I must admit that I quite like the look and mix of color on those Megatron caps, "artisan" or not. They look good and it's all that matters imo.
Keep doing your thing and improving one these. I don't know why most people don't like 3D printed keycaps tbh... some can be really well made and look pretty sexy. :thumb:
Ouch this thread :( I understand that 3D printing isn't for everyone, and to most people they aren't artisans, but there's no need to **** all over someone's work.
Not my colours and I don't think the pics do them many favours (too bright and not enough shadow - I can barely make out the mouth) but I bet these look better in person. The design also looks like it slopes towards the front which makes them more usable on a 60% as well as decorative, I'm glad to see the drop is going well :)
Out of interest is the colour of the Psychedelic random? The bottom of the MX and Topre are completely different...
Ouch this thread :( I understand that 3D printing isn't for everyone, and to most people they aren't artisans, but there's no need to **** all over someone's work.
Ouch this thread :( I understand that 3D printing isn't for everyone, and to most people they aren't artisans, but there's no need to **** all over someone's work.
Your magenta/blue psychedelic cap was my first ever artisan. It was great, 3d printed or not. Thank you for offering pretty artisans at a really low cost.
I'm somewhat surprised at the responses you got. I say somewhat because I've noticed a lot of users1 ****ting on caps they don't like, which (A) is discouraging to people who want to try cap-making, (B) is a douchebag thing to do, and (C) removes any credibility when we call ourselves a "community."
It's exponentially more douchey when the insults come from artisans b/c a lot of these artisans are the reason people tried their hand at capmaking in the first place.
1not solely limited to the posters ITT
Ouch this thread :( I understand that 3D printing isn't for everyone, and to most people they aren't artisans, but there's no need to **** all over someone's work.
Your magenta/blue psychedelic cap was my first ever artisan. It was great, 3d printed or not. Thank you for offering pretty artisans at a really low cost.
I'm somewhat surprised at the responses you got. I say somewhat because I've noticed a lot of users1 ****ting on caps they don't like, which (A) is discouraging to people who want to try cap-making, (B) is a douchebag thing to do, and (C) removes any credibility when we call ourselves a "community."
It's exponentially more douchey when the insults come from artisans b/c a lot of these artisans are the reason people tried their hand at capmaking in the first place.
1not solely limited to the posters ITT
Well said. I couldn't agree more with your post. ;)
Someone asked, but it wasn't answered. You did mention that your caps are "grainy". Can that graininess be sanded down for a smoother cap, or will that sand off the coloring?
$15 for a cap you have to finish yourself? And you wonder why some people had an issue with your work?
Dang, remind me to never try and make my own caps unless I looking to be flogged by the "community" for doing so.
I, for one, love the graininess of the keycap and think it looks beautiful.
Don't be discourage by these douches ****ting on the thread man, to each his own. :))
I, for one, love the graininess of the keycap and think it looks beautiful.
Don't be discourage by these douches ****ting on the thread man, to each his own. :))
Yes, ignore any and all criticism, that's the only true path to glory.
The double standards of this forum are disgusting.
X7, don't waste your time arguing with limited people. Your work and effort is much appreciated here and on rMK. The Megatron artisan keycap looks great and unique, but as for constructive criticism, what if you try to smoothen the surface of the keycap? The texture is not an issue for me at all, although I sadly don't own any of your artisans, but I know what a 3D printer texture feels like an can see why some customers would have a problem with it. I know that the grainy texture is a feature of the 3D printing method, but maybe you could sand down the keycaps a little bit? I think that many people would enjoy a sanded finish.
Another idea that crossed my mind, what if you use the 3D printer to print masters for resin casting? The possibilities are endless. You could use the Megatron keycap as a master for a resin keycap. Then you could cast it and polish/sand it to remove the grainy texture and imperfections. Now you have a better master, repeat the process until the texture is good enough in your judgement.
You could even use this method to create new designs. Personally, I find the Crowned Skull (Krytone) concept very appealing, due to the keycap being shorter and smoother for the touch, when a key press is required. Perhaps you could try this route for new designs, who knows?
As I said before, possibilities are endless for such a creative individual in possession of such an incredible tool that the 3D printer is.
Personally, I don't like the term artisan when talking about keyboard stuff. Not to diminish the craft, I just think the term has become a marketing buzzword and is being misapplied everywhere, not just in this hobby.
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Now those are some artisans I can get behind
But... are they edible? ;)
Thanks for the feedback guys, I already have some new finishing methods I've been working on (and they'll hopefully be fairly easy to scale up). With the profit from this drop I was going to pick up some supplies for resin casting, as many have suggested. Bcred ty for the links, those are going to be a huge help.
I'm also looking for suggestions on new designs (not blanks) so if anyone wants to contribute they're free to.
I'm also looking for suggestions on new designs (not blanks) so if anyone wants to contribute they're free to.
I've heard this explanation before. But frankly, it seems like overreach on the part of the moderation team. And what makes keycaps different from other things people make here? We don't have artisan PCBs or artisan keyboards. They're just custom. And the forum badge for these folks says "maker," which is a better modern term for what they do: "custom keycap maker" or just "maker."Personally, I don't like the term artisan when talking about keyboard stuff. Not to diminish the craft, I just think the term has become a marketing buzzword and is being misapplied everywhere, not just in this hobby.
The mod team picked a word to differentiate between things you don't make but do sell (vendors) and things you do make and do sell (artisans). That's it. I don't really see the problem here. If you don't like it, call it something else - but the entity will not have changed, just the name, so it seems silly IMO. What do you hope to accomplish by calling them something other than artisans?
(I think that decision was made before I was a mod btw, so I can't comment on *why* - but I don't see the issue still ;) )
I've heard this explanation before. But frankly, it seems like overreach on the part of the moderation team. And what makes keycaps different from other things people make here? We don't have artisan PCBs or artisan keyboards. They're just custom. And the forum badge for these folks says "maker," which is a better modern term for what they do: "custom keycap maker" or just "maker."Personally, I don't like the term artisan when talking about keyboard stuff. Not to diminish the craft, I just think the term has become a marketing buzzword and is being misapplied everywhere, not just in this hobby.
The mod team picked a word to differentiate between things you don't make but do sell (vendors) and things you do make and do sell (artisans). That's it. I don't really see the problem here. If you don't like it, call it something else - but the entity will not have changed, just the name, so it seems silly IMO. What do you hope to accomplish by calling them something other than artisans?
(I think that decision was made before I was a mod btw, so I can't comment on *why* - but I don't see the issue still ;) )
and I'M the mean one, eh XX7?
I've heard this explanation before. But frankly, it seems like overreach on the part of the moderation team. And what makes keycaps different from other things people make here? We don't have artisan PCBs or artisan keyboards. They're just custom. And the forum badge for these folks says "maker," which is a better modern term for what they do: "custom keycap maker" or just "maker."Personally, I don't like the term artisan when talking about keyboard stuff. Not to diminish the craft, I just think the term has become a marketing buzzword and is being misapplied everywhere, not just in this hobby.
The mod team picked a word to differentiate between things you don't make but do sell (vendors) and things you do make and do sell (artisans). That's it. I don't really see the problem here. If you don't like it, call it something else - but the entity will not have changed, just the name, so it seems silly IMO. What do you hope to accomplish by calling them something other than artisans?
(I think that decision was made before I was a mod btw, so I can't comment on *why* - but I don't see the issue still ;) )
Again, Artisan defines the subforum where they are sold - that's it. It's also where people sell their USB cables, wrist rests, etc.
I'm confused as to how designating a section for handmade items separate from commercial enterprises is considered overreach?
It was never a personal attack on my part. I personally do not like 3D printed caps, but that doesn't mean that you should be discouraged. I apologize for causing such a ruckus here.
The reason I posted that, and this thread just happened to be the tipping point, is that the word "artisan" is typically reserved for things made by hand. I can see the argument for 3d printing being "hand" made, but I do not agree with that thought process. Many people look at artisans differently, and are free to. But I personally see them as pieces of art and feel the need to give the artists credit where credit is due.
Like many things on GH, this is just my opinion. I apologize for coming off as a ****head with my post, and wish you luck with your future projects.
I find frosted plastic to be a far superior material for 3D printed caps. Naturally smooth finish, weightier and much better detail, but unfortunately only available in a clear almost see-through finish. They are also fragile if dropped and arrive with a grimy residue that should be cleaned before using them. The various metals are another option too but can be quite pricey.
The attitude in this thread is very off putting... Please, share your work for what you have made so we can all critique it. I think they look cool and bought one to try out. Keep up the good work!
The attitude in this thread is very off putting... Please, share your work for what you have made so we can all critique it. I think they look cool and bought one to try out. Keep up the good work!
Criticism can be a good thing. The point of a product is to sell it. If people aren't going to buy it, it's wise to listen to any productive and constructive feedback and make any necessary changes that seem to improve the product. You don't need to be a designer to know what you're talking about.
As a small-time writer and actor, I always welcome feedback from those produce and those who receive. The point of the arts is to entertain and please, and if I'm not doing either then I need to change some things.