November 11, 2022

Exclusive: Eye Licking Leopard Gecko!! + Magnet!

***THIS FILE IS NO LONGER INCLUDED FREE WITH SUBSCRIPTION.
It can be purchased once re-released according to this Schedule.

I lovingly call him the Licky Leo Gecko.  Who doesn't love seeing these silly fellas lick their eyes for moisture.  This new Patreon Exclusive variant showcases this odd and wonderful behavior.  Who needs tear ducts anyways?  Of course with the new head sculpt also means a new refrigerator magnet! Get both now from the "Current Download Links" post.  *The Licky Leo Gecko will only be available as a free download until December 31st. After that it will be available again in April 2023, for purchase.


*Click Here to go to the Pinned "the Hub - Info and Current Download Links" post*

3D PRINTING SETTINGS

  • Head with Pre-Supports: (removable supports are built into the head model, no additional supports needed) (Recommended)

  • Body with custom Brim: (Print-in-Place, Brim geo is built in so no need to generate one.)

  • Head: Snap-Fit to Body.  Requires Support "Touching Buildplate". (I like "Tree" supports)

  • Body: Print-In-Place.  No Supports (Aside from a Brim)

  • Good bed adhesion is a must! I highly suggest using a BRIM or RAFT to make sure the tail stays upright as the segments build, or use the "customBrim" version of the body.

  • 10-20% Infill.

  • 3 Walls.


Here is a quick video showing the easiest method for snap-fitting the head onto the body: https://youtu.be/DWsYu2BY7ow

Scale to your liking!  100% creates a 10" model, so that will make it easy to scale it to your desired size. (80% = 8",  75% = 7.5", etc.)  Depending on your printer tolerances, you should be able to print close to 60-65% before the joint function may start to become compromised. YMMV

*Click Here to go to the Pinned "the Hub - Info and Current Download Links" post*

*The Licky Leo Gecko will only be available as a free download until December 31st. After that it will be available again in April 2023, for purchase.

Comments (14)

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Myst 3D · June 18, 2026

Do you have a Gila monster?

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Dragon893 · December 14, 2024

Adorable! Is the tongue painted? If it’s a filament what filament is it please?

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MatMire Makes · December 14, 2024

This tongue was painted. I think iSanmate High Speed Pink would be a fairly close match to this shade, if I'm remembering it right.

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Cheryl Coleman · December 7, 2022

Do you paint the eyes or are they the craft glass eyes? If they are the craft type eyes what size are they? Thank you

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MatMire Makes · December 7, 2022

They are just painted. The iris, pupil, and highlight are part of the model sculpt, then I just paint each a different color.

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usr2284a · November 18, 2022

What filament did you use here?

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MatMire Makes · November 18, 2022

That's isanmate rainbow PLA+

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Ed Owens · November 13, 2022

Cute

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Dawn Jones · November 13, 2022

Your work is unbelievable. I love this patreon

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MatMire Makes · November 13, 2022

Thank you so much! That means a lot to me!!

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Noel Brooks · November 12, 2022

Have one on the printer now.

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NakedSunFlower · November 12, 2022

Off topic, recently I found out that the sensitivity of the eyes of a gecko is 350 times greater than that of a person) An amazing gecko turned out! I like it

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Felicia Fandrey · November 11, 2022

Not soo adorable. I need another printer

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Timothy · November 11, 2022

The amount of Personality this has is just breathtaking keep up the amazing work