I Tried Japan's Anime Figure Painting

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[@CDawgVA]

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[@crypticshadows]

❤

[@Tapan_k]

I'm surprised they're still sponsoring him after the whole fiasco 😂

[@apowerranger34]

Thought he rocked a Pixel 7 pro?

[@NoOne-wn9ju]

Get that coin king

[@srensen9948sander]

Wtf you on about enel, what low Iq reaction was that. Yes you have seen that fucking raigo transformation in skypia if you Finnish it. So no enel coming back yet.... We don't know. How can you act like that too a figuring 😂😂😂

[@absolutelydiabolical]

Getting sponsored by samsung is insanee

[@ValyEK]

They finally paid him back after all these years.

[@thebigho8239]

Was just gonna comment that 😂

[@Che1seabluesdrogba11]

Lit

[@botthemaddog3942]

He is an android fan

[@DODI750]

Didn't he say he was in a Samsung AD?

[@grimm2871]

Kaho saying "our channel" is so real.

[@41tinman41]

I mean, she is a regular.

[@blepmeme2496]

So nice of her to share her channel with connor

[@guilhermeferraz9954]

I love how the video doesn't even has a "feat. Shibuya Kaho" anymore lmao

[@grimm2871]

@@41tinman41 she’s basically co owner now

[@laplace8461]

@@guilhermeferraz9954 wait i didnt notice that!

[@Trashmim]

Connor asking in English meanwhile maman answering in Japanese is a real live tekken dialogue

[@Memmyrabilia]

I always figured this is usually someone translating and it’s cut out of the video. You can hear it a few times where kaho translates for Connor, so I figured it was the same other way around sometimes? Definitely would make sense if she understood English tho

[@jammaschan]

I mean I do that with my friends. They speak a language I understand but cant speak well. I just reply to them in english (which they understand) and they reply to me in their languaue. It's weird if you arent used to it but it works good

[@mydrillasanjay5397]

Bro has never heard of editing

[@kristoffer8609]

@@mydrillasanjay5397 To be fair the editing is fairly seamless. Also if someone didn't know that most Japanese people are struggling when it comes to English.

[@mihaelaaanei6533]

never thought samsung would sponsor connor

[@justarandombluebird8222]

It came full circle

[@Raiyan66.]

​@@justarandombluebird8222 ??

[@Nothing-yq2gz]

He recently said he wanted to get a new phone and that it's most likely going to be the new Samsung phone. I guess he reached out to them or the other way around and got it for free lol

[@Zeis]

He used to do voice overs for them, I'm not surprised he's got a connection with them through that.

[@cerealkiller6907]

@@justarandombluebird8222 was it the fiverr thing lol! it really did.

[@Mvck]

Connor you didn't get anything spoiled Enel hasn't come back YET, it is just fan speculation that form in the figure is from the Skypiea arc you just don't remember.

[@cloudorauron]

Was digging thru the comments to upvote this

[@TopAnimeLoverEver]

SHUT! UP! You met with her?! The goat herself?!?!?! Maman the talented?!?!?! I've been subscribed to her for a while. Love love love love seeing her studio and collection like this. Beautiful 😍 thank you for doing this video Connor. "I wish I was good, but you can't get good without being bad." And that is what Connor gets right. He's never afraid to try, but more importantly, he's not afraid to fail. He hates it, but he DOES it. And he doesn't throw a fit. Connor is such a good role model.

[@seanlowwei]

Holy shit!! no fking way when I saw her appear I freaked out too, been following her for far too long too. Her creations are out of this world good

[@Warewolf943]

Honestly Connor didn't do bad at all considering it's his first time - Starting by learning manual shading and highlighting on a pre-painted figure is wild!

[@itsgonnabeanaurfromme]

Painting anime figures and being a pretty girl? definitely will get a lot of loser weeb attention. A lot of the comments are even creepy in her account.

[@itsximin]

Damn from voice acting for a Samsung ad unknowingly to being sponsored by Samsung. You go Connor! Get that bag!

[@ryana5435]

Conner got underpaid cuz the third party ad company lol

[@Just_Some_Guy_with_a_Mustache]

That time Yoshikage Kira disguised himself as Nanami to live a quiet life. She's really good. She had me at the 8-Bit style.

[@41tinman41]

It was the fact that the makers of the original Terry figure said "Hold up, that looks tight. Let's collab?"

[@ShinMegamiFreak]

Omg she’s got the craftsman coveralls tied at the waist, you know she’s a professional! I’ve actually only ever seen that in anime haha so cute

[@goodmaella3606]

Ikr😊

[@makeda6530]

She’s such an icon for that~

[@stressedvulture]

Haha it's kina interesting cause where I live students in university wear coveralls and tie them at the waist to wear them like pants! You decorate them with fun patches from student events too! Right now is may day (vappu) which is a huge holiday and lots of student parties!

[@Amaling]

Overalls, studio, end products, all very clear signs of a bonafide artiste

[@laboon344]

​@@stressedvulturekinda*

[@hiero.]

Connor getting copyright striked from a Samsung commercial, and now getting sponsored by Samsung is weird. We've come full circle

[@thaliaramos4997]

I was looking for this comment xD

[@thsudy]

i remember he talked about it. but i forgot when and for what video.

[@noelc153]

"What I'm thinking and what I'm doing are two VERY different things." An artist's existence/torment summed up in one sentence

[@liddlealice431]

What I find even more impressive is she does this WITHOUT GLASSES or a magnifier! Her eyesight is incredible!

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

Contact lenses, perhaps?

[@biazacha]

@@BewareTheLilyOfTheValleycontacts would fix eyesight issues, but a magnifying glass (they sell them in glasses form for craftsman) is useful so you don’t strain your eyes neither screws your back by hunching into your project.

[@AriSolMorningstar]

ive painted miniature figures before and it's not that hard to see, magnifiers are only really useful if you wanna paint super tiny details like painting the eyes on a figure one inch tall

[@SharkFishFace]

@@AriSolMorningstarmy partner paints minis too, and refuses to use his magnifying glass. Idk how he does it. My eyes get dizzy trying to decipher details when they aren’t painted.

[@RevyMorelia]

to be fair, I think barely anyone who paints minis uses magnifying glasses. I paing DnD and other minis and never use any either and they are way smaller than an anime scale figure, even when it comes to their faces. So it's very much doable unless maybe you are far-sighted and struggle with seeing in close proximity. Because you will stick your nose to the figure hahaha

[@Dragoniangirl]

"You can't get good without being bad" Absolutely Connor! The first step to making great art is making bad art! This was really interesting to watch. Also, Connor talking about how the thing he imagines looking different to what he's actually painting? That's just part of being an artist. Sometimes it never looks as good as in your head.

[@autumnlove96able]

I'm so happy for this artist! She brought the quality that was lacking in a lot of figures, made them absolutely gorgeous, and even got a collaboration going to have her version of a figure to be sold. This is HUGE and a big win for artists, she's so amazing!

[@Beynbio]

As someone who also does this as a hobby (albeit in a much, much smaller scale like miniature painting) it is super fun to hear Connor's introspective into creative endeavours.

[@TheIsaacm1994]

Introspective means its something he realizes internally not something he vocalized externally. You're looking for the word perspective.

[@caspianbchalphy]

I do the same…. though my paint jobs are basically passable for tabletop standard lol

[@dovatard]

Been following her for yearssss, I never expected this crossover lmao

[@Keithnicity]

That 16-bit Terry Bogard figure was absolutely sick. Very cool. Also it’s nice to see Connor and Kaho hangin out again.

[@sarahthomson878]

Makes me wanna rewatch his drawing videos with Emily and Daidus. It's been so long since he posted one of those.

[@clementus360]

Your wish has been granted

[@thomasbecker9676]

It's nice to see how much Kaho supports her little brother.

[@DangitProductions]

It is very cool to see conner painting figures, and he got to learn from one of the best figure painters out there.

[@owlmycatxd4678]

As an artist that has been painting and drawing for most of their life seeing connor being absolutely confused but fascinated by art is a treat ahah! This video in particular was a delight to see them both having fun painting while getting a bit of a behind the scenes of such an interesting and talented artist, loved it

[@mr.goblin6039]

This was a lot of fun to watch and I think Connor was a bit too hard on himself: he didn’t do that bad of a job. For a first time, this was really cool. Same for Kaho. They’re both really good at it despite not having done so before. Be more confident, guys! Y’all did great! Also, gonna watch more of her work from now on. I would love to learn how to better paint figures. I’ve always wanted to try that out.

[@kundimars]

let's goooo! connor's artist era

[@shinkinshin001119]

As someone trying out multiple hobbies in art, it's especially true what she's saying. Don't try to draw it perfectly, just get in there, be bold and don't Overly focus on the details. Get the bigger shapes first, and you'll eventually learn how to add details and finishing touches after.

[@proxymo2283]

As a mini painter myself, I am very surprised at how quick he picked up painting. He is better then I was when I started painting

[@prezzo4991]

Ikr. They’re both pretty talented naturally, or maybe the painter is just a really good teacher. Can’t believe he’s saying he’s messing it up.

[@silvernewman47]

So proud of Connor for his Japanese language understanding and speaking improvement! がんばれ、はくじんちゃん！🎉😂💪

[@disgracedscarlet653]

Totally forgot a 1/4th in the video that Connor could understand a good chunk of japanese. I thought I was still watching Shogun, John Blackthorne trying to figure out what they're saying and waiting for the interpreter lmao.

[@cesarsalas8506]

After such a long time in the Japans, it was to be expected.

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

I can tell there's still some cut translating going on, but there was a lot more segments that were not cut where he understood her and I'm so dang proud of him 😂

[@Keurlock]

I can't lie when I first watched Shogun I saw Blackthorne and was like "hey he kinda looks like Connor"

[@lillyrichter3383]

I rarely saw Connor be as calm and concentrated as in this video. Love the vibes, and Maman’s work is crazy impressive! :O

[@makeda6530]

Turning Nanamin into Kira is crazy 😭💞 She’s so cool! She has her coveralls tied at the waist and collaborating so her repaint gets released officially, what a lady!

[@Marc-dg2en]

Connor finally getting paid appropriately for his Samsung ad

[@thsudy]

Damn. I forgot how short Kaho was lol. Both of them just tower over her

[@snukastyle]

Man, I've been painting miniatures and models for years; I'd never considered anything other than air-drying the paints. Now I really want to pick up a figure or two from a thrift shop to experiment on!

[@wyau13]

thank you guys so much for collabing with Maman. i've been following her works for a while now, but figure painting is such a delicate activity that i didn't think Connor and Kaho would ever touch on

[@VorpalSnickerSnack]

Conner, you have the mindset of an artist. Been a tattoo apprentice for 2yrs and still struggling with your exact mindset. You're doing great!

[@bryonyamada2620]

Her art work is just shadows, but she is a GOD TEIR at it. Which is why she has a TON OF LIGHTING. She can add SO MUCH texture and make them more ALIVE.

[@DaveCS103]

Finally the Shōgun guy uploaded

[@Keurlock]

RIGHT BLACKTHORNE LOWKEY LOOKED LIKE CONNOR, MAYBE HIS LIKE BUFF COUSIN OR SMTH

[@PandaKnightsFightingDragons]

14:42 "Can't get good without being bad" Connor is dropping some true wisdom on us today

[@emma_nutella58]

Something about watching a monke learning to paint for the first time, truly is a sight to behold

[@VenoSupport]

I remembered when she came to do a panel during a convention in Malaysia The fact that you can see her transform them in real time is amazing

[@snowbellethornsbury9356]

Honestly I'd love to see Connor and Kaho engaging in more of the art world. Really fosters an appreciation for it in everyday life when you see how it's all done.

[@Tojale1982]

These repaints are amazing. I found miniature painting can be really relaxing and good for rebalancing in stressful times, I highly recommend it. Miniature Painting got me through 2020 after my mum passed away and I was stuck home alone. As Maman said the more you paint, you will find the better and more confident you will become. Everyone starts from somewhere, I always thought I couldn't paint, then the more I've done it, the better and more confident I've felt.

[@davef85]

Connor, Kaho, AND Ma?! I love this!! I’ve been following Ma-sensei for a long time.

[@wolfhomestudios]

As an artist who does very similar projects but with modelhorses instead of anime figures, I absolutely love seeing Connor learn to paint! I'd love to see more videos like this and maybe I should attempt my own anime figure repaint too sometime

[@AngelavengerL]

First Kaho's outfit is so lovely! Second I love watching monster high repaints and customs and have been for years. It was soo cool getting to see another form of customization. Her way of stylizing the figures is just incredible!

[@cheyennemoore8380]

"You can't get good without being bad." Best CDawgVA quote of this year.

[@charliecaturnip4438]

I would actually love to see Connor try to paint a whole figure with the colors and everything in live

[@SpyroShurtagul]

I find it so funny with Connor being so impressed by just... mixing colors. Haha! But this was amazing to watch. She's so talented for sure!

[@mrcwillis6970]

Wow these anime figures are so gorgeous, love what they do with the paint to make them have more depth. ❤

[@darkartexorcist]

I’ve been following this artist for a while and never would’ve expected to see her on your channel

[@masanobumaou]

OMG, I have been watching both of your channels for years, so it's such a godly collab and a nice suprise!

[@cidevant002]

Oh, I never heard of this lady before but she such a nice teacher and clearly a talented artist! I will definitely follow her.

[@amermuhib9113]

i love this channel soo much. kaho is just the best co-host with everything japanese related content with connor.

[@themonkeylarry5000]

I love that Kaho has basically become Connor's co-host at this point.

[@Working_Dreamer]

I can relate to the idea of “thinking vs doing” when it comes to making art. Oftentimes we draw what we think we see instead of what’s actually there. It helps to think about the shapes of what your painting. Observe the object you’re painting and break it down to its most basic shape. This helps build observation skills. Keep it up Connor! You’re doing so well for a beginner artist! 😁

[@herlastborn]

Let's make Connor do Japanese calligraphy next.

[@Wolfencreek]

Connor says he has a crippling crane game addiction but it's been months since he crane'd 😂

[@thomaskneisel1854]

He made a new crane video with the winner of the charity auction shortly after the cyclethon. He and Pete talked about it, someday in the cyclethon.

[@starocean01]

I'm so happy to see Maman here! For those interested in trying, you can pretty much replicate the Jojo style very cheaply with sharpies or felt tip pens and white out. We use this technique in product design.

[@mikiyachi2]

“You can’t get good without being bad” thanks Connor

[@TruliLoveli]

You did an amazing job painting the anime figure! 😊❤

[@giratinalight]

And Kaho too they both did such a splendid job!

[@lindatannock]

Great job to both of you! That wasn't easy! I just bought the S24 ultra, and I'm loving it. Just trying to learn all the new features! Congrats on getting such a huge sponsorship Connor! 😊💗🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@voidmatic]

it was really neat seeing how Connor picked up really quickly on where the lighting would hit / balancing with shadows - that's not an easy thing to pick up and put into practice quickly - really rad to see :)

[@Memelin4787]

The crossover I didn't expect 😩

[@user-go3mr8hc2f]

Oh my god, Samsung actually sponsored Connor. This is so cool.

[@crypticshadows]

You know it’s gonna be a good day when Cdawg uploads

[@MonographicSingleheadedM-sp2wk]

Connor, congratulations having Samsung of all people sponsoring You :) gg

[@MonographicSingleheadedM-sp2wk]

I mean, you are literally part of Weeb Gear, so it s not surprising on its own lmao, what surprised me is that company like Samsung sponsors content creators now ? sweat !

[@alyssaeltzholtz7396]

I admire her talent so much!

[@gofigure1171]

Loved this video. One of my favourites of the recents. This woman is so incredibly talented, I just subscribed to her channel.

[@Abedeuss]

As someone who's hobby IS painting figures... Finally to judge Connor from a position of superiority.

[@inyourclosets]

Remember, she is a professional in her field! You don't get to that level without messing up a lot and spending at least 10,000 hours on developing that skill! Sensei is amazing!

[@anastasiaklimashevskaya3298]

Wow, I DID NOT expect this collab! Love her work, she's so great, and cool to see you both in the same video!

[@hippiedude2232]

Connor: 🤦‍♂️😨😱😭 Also Connor: that was relaxing.

[@btrinto]

Thank you for this video, Anjin

[@voidmatic]

the way she's not JUST doing the shading and keeping in mind where she wants the angle of the light vs shadows, but she's also doing it in a perfect Jojo style, AND in tiny details AND on a 3D sculpture - all those aspects at once - it's absolutely insane, I'm so in awe watching her. I've tried some repainting on "larger" scale (dolls like monster high) and that wasn't easy, so trying to imagine something as precise and detailed as anime figurines - she's absolutely incredible ohmygod

[@OnlySimpFor2D]

I love watching her videos, I wasn't expecting to see her in yours lol

[@moxiepanda2]

maman my goat she is insanely good and this is super good collab, connor !

[@slayer2450]

Dang, a sponsor from Samsung

[@avadrury3159]

Maman is so talented and beautiful 💗💗💗

[@Singularity-vp9xo]

Thank you for highlighting this amazing artist! I've followed here for quite some time! Emily makes amazing works!

[@ilo3456]

As someone who paints Warhammer minis I can't explain how much I respect Maman and how good she is at painting figures, I wish that one day I can be as good as her

[@AkitaZeroBS]

I'm so glad she's getting a showcase she's such a great figure artist, ive been watching her for ages.

[@juanitocherri]

ugh im a really huge fan of here i dream of having something like her work

[@drukhari8686]

Cool to see her using the games workshop colours

[@BeNNNdude]

I'm looking forward to the future video where Connor will Jojo-fy himself with body paint

[@GalianMode]

Oh wow. I've been subscribed to Maman for the past 4 years, I've been wanting to try to replicate her style on some of my own figures. What a cross over this was!

[@kyomi7879]

Im a painter as well and have loved repainting for forever ! watching connor and kaho go all in for painting was so sweet and their interested in the techniques and their banter were absolutely lovely!

[@kennaelpis]

woooow the skill is astronomic!! this video is QUALITY

[@roco4469]

Man got his revenge, getting sponsored by samsung is crazy

[@gtoyadhatagyab8013]

That is such an amazing talent, the details are amazing

[@ColorfulCountess]

I would love to see more content like this. It was super fun, inspirational, and instructional. Great job on the figures. As an artist I can def say that her advice of getting in there and just doing it is probably the best advice for anyone trying to do art.

[@Killerqueen2000]

Omg it really is her. shes so beautiful

[@AvaritiaFirst]

A painting stream would be really cool now, Just Connor finishing the Robin

[@timtamjimmyjam]

Dude this is such an unexpected collab, I've watched her for so long

[@catherine_404]

I'm yet to watch this, and I'm like... *heavy breathing* , *intense anticipation* It's an amazing topic however it turns out, thank you for doing this!!!!

[@NickMach007]

Dude. What a cool video. I really appreciate the thoughtfulness of the content you are making these days. Love to see the growth of your channel

[@xSveto40397]

The detail on those figures are stunning! Another fun video with Kaho nonetheless!

[@EagleVision1999]

Oh, I'm subscribed to her already! Her KZbin channel has lots of repaints, I really like it. But not everything is subtitled.

[@JuzefaWingedCat]

Damn, when two of your favorite KZbin channels collide and collab, that's amazing like... Wow!

[@liio415]

Kaho freaking out over the figures not wearing underwear was hilarious 😂

[@gwen.mp4]

i started watching Ma video long time ago, i love her work !