Frequently Asked Questions

There are a lot of questions about a lot of things in regards to this hobby and this Patreon. Hopefully we can answer some of them for you here!

What do I get from joining this Patreon?

Not only do you get the satisfaction of knowing you get to help burn Your Dad's eyes out each month but you also get the following each week:

• Monday - A post detailing the models that are going to feature in the coming weeks YouTube video, giving people an opportunity to get the models printed for if they wish to print and paint alongside the video.

• Tuesday - Everyone gets a new Cheat Card alongside a paint palette for any model that was in the Sunday video of last week.

• Wednesday - WIP Wednesday gives you a peak behind the curtain at what Your Dad and Frankie are working on and gives you the opportunity to tell us what you're working on in your own hobby.

• Thursday - Thursday is new video day and that means you are getting another paint palette!

• Friday - the new weekly live stream is being held on Friday afternoons where you get to bring your questions about printing or painting and hopefully Your Dad can help.

The Model Maestro tier also gets you access to a brand new Groundeffected original STL each month, fully presupported by Your Dad and ready to print for your own home.

Where do I get this month's model?

The current model should be fairly easy to find. Either in the Groundeffected Essentials collection at the top of the homepage, or as a pinned post, accessable at the top of the "posts" tab.

Once you have located that post, you'll be able to follow a Gumroad link that will grant you a free download of the model, provided you are a part of the Model Maestro tier.

I forgot to download last month's model, what do I do?

You silly goose. If you forgot to download last month's model, just send us a private message and Frankie will check that you were signed up for that last month, and get you a new link for the model.

Are the models presupported?

Yep! Every model that we release here on Patreon is fully supported By Your Dad and printed here in the studio for testing.

When are models released?

Each month's new release, goes live on the first day of the month. You then have until the last day of the month to use the link to claim your model, before the link expires.

How are the files delivered?

When you claim your files, you will be taken to Gumroad where you can download a ZIP file containing your files. These include the unsupported STL's, the presupported STL's and a full Lychee scene.

Is there a welcome pack?

Yes, there is always a welcome pack. On the post where you can claim the months model, there is also a Google drive link to the welcome pack. Each month there will be three models in there for you to download as long as you are signed up to the Model Maestro Tier.

Can I buy a model that you've painted on the YouTube channel?

Absolutely! If you see a model painted on YouTube and you'd like it in your home, send us a message and we can talk about you purchasing it.

Got more questions? Ask away and hopefully we can help.