Build A Garage Kit With Me! Lucky☆Star - Izumi Konata - 1/6

Today I'm showing you guys my garage kit process as well as a quick Q&A of questions you guys submitted on Instagram!
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Some Tools Used In This Video
Brass rods: www.amazon.com/dp/B0B771PY34?...
Vallejo Light Flesh Paint: www.amazon.com/dp/B074VFX7LL?...
Other tools can be found on the Tamiya Website
www.tamiyausa.com/

[@Static_Screen]

EVERYONE WAKE UP, NEW TAMAKID UPLOAD!!

[@monkeyfish6414]

*BUT ITS 12:00AM MOM LET ME SLEEP*

[@randybutternubs1705]

😴…👁️👄👁️

[@m30wZz]

ITS 4:09AM LET ME SLEEP

[@mingpavenom9086]

That was literaly my reaction when I saw that tamakid posted a new video 😁

[@moonii444]

YES

[@kitsunderes]

SHE TURNED OUT SOOOO CUTE T_T watching you work is always such a treat!! i hope you'll work on some other kits in the future, i love watching the whole process

[@tamakid9400]

AAAA THANK YOU SM!!! I have another kit that I still need to build for myself as well as a princess tutu kit! Hopefully, I can get to that this year!

[@UnvarnishedTarnished]

To prevent paint bleed when using masking tape - I'll use the skirt as an example. Paint your part pink, then add the tape on top, before adding the white - add either more pink or a clear coat. This will effectively "seal" the tape and paint so that any layers after can't get under. Hope this helps 🤘

[@tamakid9400]

oh my gosh, that's such a good idea! Thank you so much! ill try that out next time, Thank you so much!

[@alexsamuel3372]

do you mean putting the pink or clear coat on the tape?

[@UnvarnishedTarnished]

@@alexsamuel3372 Kinda. Basically apply your base color(pink) then put your tape. Then, on the areas that are going to be white, apply your pink / clear again before you do the white. The pink / clear should be on top of the original pink and also be touching the tape - this way it seals the pink to pink and anything applied on top shouldn't go under the tape anymore.

[@UnvarnishedTarnished]

@@tamakid9400 Anytime! Also, liquid latex is a really nice masking material for odd shapes. You don't need anything fancy either, I usually buy a big bottle around Halloween time from spirit stores that lasts me over a year.

[@alexsamuel3372]

@@UnvarnishedTarnished ohhh ok, thank you!!

[@ksen1011]

Had to do a double take cause I thought Leona's Workshop posted again 😆 she's another gk artist if anyone wants to see more gk's. Love love love the eyes!! She turned out so good! And the base?! Cute af. The Playstation start up sound in the beginning had nostalgia slapping me in the face 🤣

[@tamakid9400]

Omg, I love Leona! Her videos are so incredibly helpful! And thank you so much for the compliments! Saw that star wood piece at target and just knew I needed to use it for a garage kit someday!

[@alexsamuel3372]

went to go see her videos but apparently her account has been terminated? :((

[@ksen1011]

@Alex Samuel it got hacked. She's in contact with KZbin so hopefully HOPEFULLY they can fix it.

[@alexsamuel3372]

@@ksen1011 here’s hoping!!

[@Heavensubliminals]

I’m obsessed with how you edit ur videos. Gives me so much inspiration if I ever started my own channel hahaha

[@p00pjeezusfartswag]

I AGREEEE

[@DavidAndDannyShow]

I'm only 3 minutes in but I thought I'd comment this quickly. I build and paint a lot of types of models like gunpla, figurise and minis for dnd and warhammer. A really good tip I learned from using degreaser to strip paint off of models is to use a ultrasonic cleaner but they're kinda pricey for bigger models so the next best thing I find instead of using a toothbrush is to use a cheap electric toothbrush! Works wonders for me!

[@Bahuers]

truly inspiring

[@however-i-disagree]

i love your videos, theyre so chill and relaxing to watch! ^^

[@silkszn5058]

you’ve inspired me to finally buy a random garage kit off of ebay

[@manchegovns]

how did it turn out?

[@nolancarey6244]

I used to be against recasts, as I really do dislike art theft, especially from small artists. However, as someone from the States, you cannot buy garage kits directly from sellers without paying for shipping them halfway across the world, that's if you can even find one. You can find them second hand, but they are very, very expensive. I feel as if you live in the west, your only real choice is to use recast sites. I wish I had the money and knowledge though to buy real ones.

[@tamakid9400]

agreed! I have a similar stance as its a hobby that is near inaccessible to most people if they want authentic kits

[@yy-uh8nf]

Amazing video love your format and amazing kit.

[@leiayildirim]

Ahhhh it turned out so adorable!!!

[@svv_art]

amazing video as alwayssssss!

[@sweetslap100]

Oh man this is so good!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@silverstar7461]

I adore your aesthetic, creativity and vibe, you're the best!!💓

[@awjossew6581]

I love watching your videos sm❤️

[@mingpavenom9086]

Omg I waited for your new video!!! This Konata figure turned out so well! I love your works and I can't wait to see your next video's! ♥️♥️♥️

[@swaagg11]

this is awesomne

[@ThatOneGayGirly]

I love your videos so much! They give me such inspiration and your artwork is just absolutely incredible! 😭💕 thank you for making this video for us to watch

[@m0th529]

I LOVE IT SO MUCH!! your content really inspires me and motivates me to start doing this type of stuff !!

[@joey7560]

i was legit checking if you uploaded less than a couple hours ago, so excited. She turned out awesome, perfect cuz i just started reading this too

[@gabriellac6134]

You're such a huge inspiration! Everything u do is so cool. the garage kit came out so good btw ^.^

[@dalemoskalyk1227]

I can't believe you didn't use an airbrush on the eyes, they turned out AMAZING!!!! Great work!! PLH!!! (PEACE LOVE AND HAPPINESS)

[@cherrykolya]

i love your videos omg the editing is so cute 🥺

[@lobsterwithoutalife]

so cute!!!

[@nianiamiii]

Tamakid is literally so cool

[@MENDAKOGAL]

YAY NEW TAMAKID VIDEO !! i had been excitedly waiting for this the moment i saw a glimpse of it on your instagram !!!! konata turned out so good x3

[@marxmarxmarxmarxmarx]

EEEEAAA I WAS RLT EXCITED WHEN I SAW THE STORY PICS OF HER

[@strawbeecake]

I love your channel sm 💗

[@kore7375]

it looks amazing! i love how you always make their bases so dynamic and suiting the character! it makes me wanna try out painting garage kits so bad. also, i had to rewatch the chronicles of narnia also for a class recently and i never realized its an allegory for the bible LMAO idk why but i feel like thats so strange?? but its so obvious to me now too

[@Cherished.Beloved]

Yesss it would be so interesting for you to do essays😙 I'm excited on the topics you'll talk about

[@kirinkirisake8719]

you are an amazing painter.

[@paigelee6474]

Looks so good! I wish I could do that too!

[@bensolo5235]

Tamakid video essays are necessary to the universe's stability

[@cookie_keko2422]

She looks great!! Also I feel you with pinning, I lowkey hate it since its a bit stressful. also your brush work is very pretty

[@Extroverted.]

I LOVE YOUR VIDS TAMA 😋💕

[@drago1514]

the face turned out adorable, the eyes are so pretty♥️♥️

[@eri6970]

Konata looks adorable, specially in the face!! XD amazing job

[@kikiyomu]

the aesthetic music and editing all speaks to my soul. i adore your videos

[@tamakid9400]

Aw thank you so much! I always have so much fun editing this videos so im so glad people like them!!

[@Aeerrii]

i just wanna say i love your channel you brought me back to my childhood i use to be so obsessed with anime and re-ment miniatures i really wanna go back into it but idk anyone irl who likes stuff like this so i will be watching from afar!

[@lavender_bright9880]

Thank you again, for another amazing video! I highly recommend using and trying out some chalk pastels on the high, they add amazing dimension to hair and accessories! 🥰😊 I love the paint job yo did, I could never get my steady to do project like that!🤣 Happy New Year!🪅🎉🎊

[@sardine.friend]

Wow, looks great! I really appreciate the paint thinner tip- here I was thinking I'd have to wait and get an airbrush if I wanted to have a nice, smooth paintjob. Your method is a lot more accessible even if it requires more patience in equal measure!

[@hellmasterx]

great video

[@kown123]

Another banger vid as always. You should consider streaming on here or twitch. Just something I would personally love to see. Keep up the sick work! :D

[@jess3e3]

going absolutely feral for your uploads

[@p00pjeezusfartswag]

konata simmering in the stew reminds me of that miku nendoroid in ramen picture

[@vee88888]

one of my dream madoka magica garage kits recently came up on mercari, and i’m really debating buying it!!! i’m forcing myself to finish my sculpts before i do to practice painting

[@T4nzelvania]

I love ur channel 💓 💗 💖

[@gin8946]

NEW TAMAKID VIDEO!

[@purple_cathowls7043]

Hello Tamakid nationnnn 🔥🔥🔥

[@ismshota8342]

I like your channel 💗

[@Charonchan]

This is an awesome paint job and a really helpful video!! What do you use to pack your finished kits in order to keep them from breaking? I'm moving soon and need tips lol

[@chimibow]

YES GODDD🗣️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️

[@iwuv_manga]

Lucky star and KONATA!!!

[@hollyisburning]

YEEEEEEESSS

[@RalseiSmokinAFatBlunt]

Not related but i literally LOVE ur makeup omg we're gonna need a tutorial... Also you're the one who made that Mcdonald's miku?!!! I swear i've seen her before!!

[@otakulover3276]

I was just in little Tokyo on Friday

[@Studmuf-Rockin]

I was holding my breathe the whole time you were painting the eyes lol

[@laurencarroll4041]

You make these !!!you are so talentedYou should sell your art unless you are you do

[@di0.]

YAY

[@Rezzell]

I mean, I might be a little late, looking at the video's date... But have you ever thought of resin 3D printing? Because that way you'd have access to pretty much every figure you'd want to have. There are some that, as you said, were limited, but there's probably a 3D artist who could help with it (paid artists, of course), unless you have experience in 3D modeling. In any case, great job, looks awesome c:

[@b3nji369]

i’m mutuals with you in tik tok! i love your yt channel! ❤️😁

[@bacondeggs]

Figure customization, now garage kits... when do we get to see you make one from scratch? Like the one in your room tour 👀👀👀👀👀

[@tamakid9400]

OOO I would love to do that soon! There are a couple figures that I do plan on making from scratch so we will see! I really wanted to remake my mob figure or even make some Powerpuff girl z figures!

[@kuddwafer]

Is it possible to make a viedo where you get your stuff around your room specifically your desk and your food corner!

[@spideyplush]

Elijah Wood questions time 😭😭😭

[@MikMik-cr1yb]

Hello TT!! I really love Tama kid's aesthetic so much, I just wanna ask what kind of aesthetic is this? TT

[@AvastYourAssss]

Soooo cute! Good job! Also that Tamagotchi Connect music at the end made me smile. (Also your makeup is so cute, would you ever do a make-up tutorial with that look, or a get-ready-with-me video?)

[@l_oi537]

yaaaaay

[@rabididdi]

another place to get garage kits is mandarake! downside is that shipping gets expensive and shipping can take a while depending on where you live, but it's always great to check in on manda everyday to see what they have, and they can be really cheap too! hope this helps anyone lol C:

[@rabididdi]

also, they sell all sorts of items---not just garage kits. everything they sell is official too!

[@user-mz8ng4tf8c]

OMG

[@toothfairy9242]

I wish i knew how to make garage kits TwT i want a Konata figure so badly

[@_himesama]

youre so cool

[@astonishingashfaq]

Whattt..super clear is a primer? 😮

[@crunchypigeon__]

I just noticed your super milk chan figure 😭 I watched that when I was small I feel so old

[@Haro79]

How did you add gloss to the eyes?

[@gabesiqueira8509]

How much thinner and acrylic did you mixed ?

[@mc.gemstone]

3:38 Ah yes E2046 I remember that site I didn't know at the time the website was infamous because all I wanted was a Mayura figure that I never ended up getting. ; - ; Thankfully my dad manage to get his money back from that whole thing.

[@6angel.vampz6]

this is soe kyotee!! i was wonderin if the rodding is necessary or could you just super glue the pieces? i don't have a drimal tool and before i spend the money i jus wanted to kno! ^-^

[@tamakid9400]

The pegs are necessary for large pieces like the limbs and hair! super glue will not hold them well because most kits come in dynamic poses, so gravity will do her think. so I wouldn't get a kit unless it's very small and simple as the pegs really hold a kit together :D

[@6angel.vampz6]

@@tamakid9400 oh my goodness i never would've thought. Thank you so much!!

[@amcast562]

Thank you for the new video! I sell a lot of products to Hasbro Studios for their prototype figures. The sculptors and Artists like them because they work very well for the sculpting and detail process of prepping the figures . I can send you some samples - let me know if interested. Happy New Year!

[@tamakid9400]

I would be so down! feel free to DM me on Instagram or email me anytime!

[@FishyFishSalmonFish]

8:05 if you don't mind me asking, what is the name of those 2 magazines? I couldn't properly see the title 😅

[@user-yu1jf8ck2i]

how to buy arage kit ?

[@qqqqqqqqqqqqqqqqqqq5867]

oh god damn i'm early

[@alex.ortizz]

Are you putting together a guitar or is that just a guitar hero controller?

[@tamakid9400]

yeah its just my guitar hero controller haha

[@hamzcan2581]

new vid :)

[@alexsamuel3372]

Does the acrylic thinner help with the streaky lines?

[@tamakid9400]

yes! it helps the paint be thin and lay on flat but you have to commit to multiple layers of paint! Its worth it the end though because the paint job will be very smooth!

[@alexsamuel3372]

@@tamakid9400 oh awesome, definitely would be worth the extra work!

[@nalkacult]

i recently became disabled with my hands, i was wondering if anyone knew if theres people who will build garage kits for you.....

[@moji_mojyo]

whats the song?????

[@justinchannel128]

…..you have to drill your own holes to assemble it!?! I’m learning a lot because I never bought a garage kit before, but my impression was that the only thing you have to do other than assembling it was to paint it, I didn’t know you had to drill and use putty!!

[@tamakid9400]

Yes! theres so much work in the prepping stage of a kit, it why i prefer just sculpting figures instead but Garage kits are definitely worth it for the end product!

[@sadpuppies1423]

MISTER BEAST?????????

[@tamakid9400]

MISTER BEAST?????

[@tomathepolliwog]

konata is justice

[@LOLOL12321]

What aesthetic is your whole style? I love it and wanted to know :D

[@user-du2nt1mi5r]

Please tell me where I can buy disassembled resin figures? No matter how much I looked for figures in disassembled form, the majority of figures are sold whole, which is not very convenient for me as a beginner. If it’s a small scale, then a solid figure is good, I’m interested in figures on a large scale, but there are few of them disassembled….

[@wolfgang6984]

E2046 bro

[@Quimi_top]

Merkari and Mandarake

[@javiercastro1684]

Hello Evelyn, my name is Javier and I would like to ask you a favor, I saw your video of Izumi Kotana and my question is, on which website or place did you buy your garage Kit? I don't have Instagram, only Facebook and I understand that you commented that it could only be consulted on Instagram, can you help me? Thank you very much in advance and greetings from Mexico

[@veryunslay]

wait can someone explain why Thinner paint and more layers is better than using thicker paint and less layers?

[@veryunslay]

just wanted to know bc my ass is impatient and cant trust the process and usually only does thicker globs of paint

[@alanatorres4335]

It creates a smoother finish with little to no paint strokes. If you're using acrylics, it'll usually dry pretty quickly as well.

[@alanatorres4335]

Usually you don't really need a dedicated thinner if you're working with water-based acrylics (like craft paints or vallejo-brand paints) and just some water would work.

[@veryunslay]

@@alanatorres4335 thank you so much!

[@kyrakyra_art]

this makes me wanna try making a GK too! someone pls donate one to me /j It turned out gorgeous! if you said it was a prepainted figure i'd believe it!

[@moji_mojyo]

I LUV KONATA♡★ｖ（＾＿＾ｖ）♪

[@Strawberry_Cubes]

Can I ask? Why do you pin a figure? Why not just use putty, superglue and other materials to just glue it together I’m genuinely asking as someone who wants to start

[@oddity404]

it’ll keep the figure MUCH more stable, for example, if it falls, it won’t fall apart, but with just superglue it might. people also use magnets for even more strength

[@Strawberry_Cubes]

@@oddity404im back after a whole ass year, I have now painted like 20 kits, thank you tama for getting into me this hobby

[@oddity404]

@@Strawberry_Cubes holy shit that’s so awesome 😭 i’m so glad you found a cool new hobby through this video

[@Strawberry_Cubes]

@@oddity404 to answer my own question from eons by, yes you can make a pinless kit with uhu glue but uh, it needs to be a modern kit with tabs as the reason you add pins is because most kits dont have connection keys, don’t use superglue rlly as it’s expensive but uhu is like £2 and very strong with the combo of your connection keys, also small thing tama didn’t say. Use a hand drill the small ones, you don’t need to use a massive electrical drill, 2mm aluminium wire for normal bits and for floating kits with one leg up use 3mm aluminium, it’s easier to cut and durable as hell.

[@minihali]

4:40 Warhammer models or retro video games for that matter, have the same problem. And while recasting is pretty scummy from a ethical standpoint, it is in my opinion a necessary evil. Hopefully with 3D printing becoming steadily more plug and play everyone will always have some way to pay the artist for a product. Also, if you hate pinning with a drill, consider buying a "wowstick". Unfortunate naming aside, as it honestly sounds like a magic wand spin-off, it is basically a hand drill the size and shape of a pen. Guy from Midwinter minis used it to pin his Warhammer titan which is made from some pretty tough resin. It'll probably be perfect for garage kits!

[@Galacticrick]

I just wanted to take a moment to tell you how much I appreciate your creative endeavors. Your work always manages to inspire and move me in ways that I can't even fully put into words. It's clear that you put a lot of love and passion into everything you do, and it shows in the final product. Thank you for sharing your talent with the world and for bringing so much joy and beauty into my life.

[@YumenoUmii]

this video is so cool! i feel like i just found some kind of treasure🩵