Making of | "Neon-Daddy"

[@noahstafford0001]

“Hi, I’m a dinosaur. *BRAWWRARAGGHHAGGHHH”*

[@Moon-lr4bu]

Just YESSSS!

[@bingobango71]

Oh I thought it was a 6-foot turkey

[@connerkoclanes2523]

Sounds like Gollum 😂

[@KandyKoatedCreature]

1. I love the humor in this video 2. "Slice of Nonsense" should now forever be a thing 3. You cussing is the best thing ever

[@andrewk6411]

For all things holy... *PLEASE PLEASE MAKE SLICE OF NONSENSE A SERIES PLEASE DEAD SOUND*

[@Stettafire]

Poor David, I think we might break him :/

[@madihill6908]

PLEASEEEEE DOOO

[@comicallylargedoor6288]

YESSSSSS

[@TheGalCantHelpIt]

The stuff at the end of the video seemed like a real existential crisis. But then you whipped out a toy dinosaur, so I knew everything was going to be alright. ...I hope?

[@cthulhufhtagn2483]

Sigh...Trust me...Existential crises and toy dinosaurs can coexist.

[@vicjaxon4474]

@@cthulhufhtagn2483 do you k no own that from expirience?

[@cthulhufhtagn2483]

@@vicjaxon4474 Yeah, a little bit.

[@techpriest2854]

@@vicjaxon4474 sometimes its easier to distract yourself with simple silly things than look at the problem... it can be very difficult. personally I struggle with knowing if who i am is really me or just a front i put up to keep myself happy and make people like me more. that is just my experience however.

[@Sato-gs9mi]

@@cthulhufhtagn2483 Yep. Rawr.

[@albertodiaz8642]

I've always liked your behind the scene videos a little more than your actual animations , because I like seeing all the effort and thoughts put into them.😔👌

[@andrewmelnikov292]

I would not compare them. They are different. That being said, they are cool.

[@serket7631]

Jesus Christ I thought it was just supposed to be a funny cheesy short until your edgy section at the end. But don’t get me wrong I love how you express interesting psychological questions in fun and short animations and then talk about how you made them, I wish you good luck on your road to becoming a five star movie developer and make sure to not be afraid to get a little edgy every once and awhile!

[@starmax1000]

That ending scene was a crockpot of deep, depressing, somewhat relatable and now i feel hollow inside... great

[@JConn_9]

Ahahahaaaaaa I’m slightly worried, David my dude are you okay? 😅🙃

[@BUGCANDYY]

I don't think he is

[@FacelessCrowd]

I think now he’s at least half way there

[@techpriest2854]

@@BUGCANDYY Hello fellow follower of the machine cult. i think he is okay its just that he looks back at his past efforts and despairs on the reasons that lead him to do it to begin with.

[@veggiedragon1000]

Well. Are you okay, David?

[@alexandrelessard7168]

sweet jesus man go easy on yourself, personnally i love all of your shorts and yes i found that neon-daddy was a weird short but it made me both laught and cry, you are a great animator and i wish i could do the things you do. Please be more kind to yourself, you are becoming better and better as time pass. Hope you will love yourself a bit more.

[@livvykittycat]

That was the most fantastic slice of nonsense I've ever seen

[@dhgfdfhg]

*my eyes have been blessed with the cyborg shark drawing*

[@floskywalker6220]

Truly a masterpiece, nothing will quite be able to replicate its beauty

[@phantasam_3559]

Those bits with the action figures are one of the best parts of this video and some others.

[@mediatorraptor3349]

I agree

[@katiechambers7276]

Dude. Please make sure you take care of yourself emotionally and mentally ❤

[@coolpeeper]

That little skit is the best thing I've ever seen

[@bagelly6957]

dead sound.... my dude.... you're the most amazing person on earth owo "Hi, I'm a dinosaur. BRAWWAAGHHHGHAAAGHH"

[@alexisfernandez7862]

I really like how deep you get into your behind the scene stuff, it’s honestly really awesome how you take parts of your self and show them in your animations. Showing how you felt or feel about your self, but express them in a such way to give your self a sort of closure on part of you past but also growing from it as well. It’s honestly pretty dam cool love the animations man keep it up I love the passion behind them.

[@brenomaia5143]

after this ending, i'm legit worried about you.

[@pogfection787]

just press 1 on your keyboard and everything will be fine.

[@aliway4136]

Really? It was satire. You guys didn't catch on to that?

[@CarlsCozyCorner]

@@aliway4136 that? I don't think so...

[@sailorenthusiast]

Just... 15:40. Are you okay?

[@l00z3r7]

1:37 scared me for some reason. Just when that random figured entered with "BLEHEHHDJSJS"

[@Fallout_1012]

Hey David I love your art and animations it’s really cool and it really inspiring

[@lostclan5830]

I don't know if you read comments but if you do take this to heart. Your work amazes me every time. Your a talented dude and I hope you know that. You seen like funny and cool guy and I hope you know that. The most important thing thing you should say to yourself everyday is "I love myself" I hope you know that. I also hope that when you say that it's true.

[@lunastudios1817]

I always love your "Making of" videos, there's just something about that feels so atmospheric. They give off an aura that makes me feel immersed in your perspective as a creator, and inspire me to create myself. Seeing someone's creation process always sparks ideas for ne

[@Varanus117]

15:41 this is exactly what im going through with constraint self doubt and hatred of myself. i put myself down all the time saying im nothing that will accomplish nothing, that im a cog in the machine to just later be replaced. i tell myself im worthless and that nothing i do will be reconised and i have no one to talk to about it. i dont want anyone to be like this. Thank you for takeing the time to read this it helped.

[@covenawhite4855]

You are not alone. A lot of people need help. But don't have access to it. I hope things improve for you.

[@Varanus117]

@@covenawhite4855 over the (near) year after writing this things have improved.

[@Schmooplzzz]

Got to that ending, and it was like you were talking to me on a deeper level, holy crap, but then my anxiety kicked in and all I couldn't focus-IS THAT GYPSY DANGER NEXT TO YOUR SCREEN, OH MY GOSH. Seriously though, take care of yourself my dude. No matter how you feel about yourself(this goes for anyone reading too), know that we care about your well being whether we actually know you or not. And you do deserve that tlc. God bless.

[@humblemarty]

Um . . . I liked the cheesiness. What made me really hooked was that one plot twist where the man became more machine and the machine became more man.

[@aurablades5403]

*hug* You make amazing shorts and art, this one included. Don't be too hard on yourself. Can't wait to see the next one!

[@Rose-my6dc]

I love the making ofs more than the animations, the story and everything is amazing but it makes me so inspired and so amazing to watch these. And this one was just amazing on so many ways the toy fights I mean

[@cocobeebunnied7371]

I know it doesn’t make sense but this video encompasses one of my favorite parts of all of your videos. You have the ammount of self respect I aspire for (if that makes any sense). It seems counter intruitive but the contrast between the inspiration and art and Effort put into your works and the goof you put into them to show somthing I don’t know how else to explain. I also like the ammount of realism/honesty the making ofs have

[@avabeyva]

I honestly really enjoyed the over the top 80's-90's action style of the short , it had both a compassionate and goofy fun tone to it! At the same time though, don't beat yourself up too much with you're struggle working on this. You honestly implamenting yourself into your works is very cool. Most animators on youtube don't go as all out when expressing certain emotions like you do and it's appreciating to have that around. Most importantly, I really hope the best for your mental well being. Keep up the great work.

[@ellalewis9244]

1:38 - 2:43 was easily the best part of the video, i would totally watch a series of this guy playing with action figures.

[@jaxmix707]

I know I'm around 2 months late but I love how you used psychology to mess with everyone at the end. The combination of slowly increasing your volume, staring us down while slowly zooming the camera in, and adding the word hate more and more frequently till the end is just pure genius. Well done you're honestly my favorite animator and I only just found your channel.

[@cristophernavarro1819]

The music, your accent, and the unbelievable amount of quality in this video makes seem like another Ahoy, and I mean that in the most complementing way possible.

[@KidaSymmetry]

I was drinking some rum and coke whilst watching the intro to this video and legit nearly choked from laughing and trying not to spit liquid all over my screen, that was the best intro ever!!! You legend, I'm crying.

[@jgamer2057]

Hold Up!!! YOUR A COLLEGE STUDENT!!! Dude you are one of the most talented youtube animators I’ve ever seen. Your stories are amazingly animated and have deep meanings. Your work looks so professional and your sketches are amazing. You are going places.

[@serinawong3019]

"But I think my organs would shut down. I can't I'd die" Me when the teacher says to write another essay

[@alexandramcginnis8872]

You’re my favorite aspiring film maker! This effort behind your video is amazing! I feel like these should be used as example in my Art Appreciation textbooks!

[@penwrythe]

I love the short and how you developed the story, art, and world of "Neon-Daddy". In your video at 15:40, I feel that so much. I still feel like I'm chasing a better version of myself and my skills as an artist. I know I have the potential and ability to do some freaking good art, but I feel like there is a part of me that will never be as good as I was back in college. But I know that if I keep working, creating, pushing forward in my skills, I will be so much better than I was back then. My skills are still there, but I need to nourish it for me to grow. In the immortal words of He-Man, "I have the Power!"

[@chistifer6538]

Honestly dude, your animation style, layout and development is so interesting. Your one of the big reasons I’m heading into the animation world! You always look like you’ve been having fun with your projects and you have such a wonderful imagination, I always look forward to your videos

[@harmonium5495]

I need this Slice of Nonsense as a series, everytime you make one of these videos or every once in a while. I haven't laughed, or tried to *not* laugh, this hard in a long time.

[@berrysantics2342]

God, I never wanted to give someone a hug more than now

[@naw983]

I hate myself too..I understand this, (when I saw "Neon-Daddy" I felt very involved), in some month I will can make my animations.. to exist. But please don't forget, for me you are so inspiring and many people here love your original works, your universe is awsome. I am with you David, count on me to watch your work !

[@necrodancer1876]

Oh my God when you started doing your own sound effects and voices when playing with those toys, I lost it in a fit of laughter. You're fucking amazing, man. Keep up the great work. Your projects are amazing and the way you describe your experience behind the scenes is just beautiful. Thank you for doing what you do. Never stop doing what you love. You are an inspiration. And please, if you need to talk, we're all here for you.

[@Acissye]

oh my oh my. I love these making of videos. we get to know how u feel and thats awesome. you show your own mistakes and misgoings in the process and that is rly calming to me. Thank you for doing all this work!

[@dachiontankcat224]

I find your work fascinating for both the different tones and the different concepts you put into them, and I hope you continue to feel free to express your whimsy and your hope and your woe as you are inspired to do so. I also really hope that it's a long time, or never, before you stumble across another project that you feel like you hate by the time you're finished with it. I've loved every single one of your animations I've been able to watch on KZbin, and every making of video I've seen afterward. I won't ask you to make sequels, or to do anything specific. I've enjoyed you expressing yourself and your thoughts, but I don't want you to break yourself over it. Do your own thing, at your own pace, and know that there are at least a few of us who appreciate what you do for what it is, and not for what we (or you) think it should be. No one can help being their own worst critic, but try not to beat yourself up over it too much. Be at ease, man. Do something fun for a while.

[@AzTimeG0esBy]

David, your animations are always so amazing. They're stunning. I love watching the videos behind your animations, they're so creative and awe-inspiring. I understand how you feel about self loathing, I get that way sometimes too. You should take a break from animations for a while, play with your dinos and other action figures, maybe explore the museums just for fun. I hope you feel better, you deserve to.

[@Amphy2k]

The only KZbinr that makes behind the scenes content that is as entertaining, funny, and amazing to watch. Neon-Daddy is one of your bets works, even with the hell it was to make. Amazing as always.

[@enkuesparkles7996]

I hope you're okay, David. I love you

[@princea2075]

me: super-zentai cyborg shark zentai *SUPER-HENTAI CYBORG SHARK* everyone: NO!!!

[@thetwilightzone2403]

Me:YAS

[@hephaistos166]

No

[@ThreeofMoths]

I find your non-animation videos to be equal amounts of gorgeous, humorous, confusing, and terrifying all at the same time. In just a matter of 10 minutes you've became a huge inspiration in my artwork, I had begun to do a couple of sketches trying to see through your own eye and honestly, it's the best i've made in months. You take the sprouts of magic growing ANF festering from mere objects and concepts and turn it into something that seems ridiculous to some yet all the same is beautiful and overall appealing.

[@notoffensivenpc8400]

I guess that with your little rant about self-loathing, this is the best video to leave this comment on. I have no clue why, but tonight I found myself watching your making of videos for stuff like autodale, and towards the end, I branched off to some of your other stuff like white walls and this. I already liked your work but seeing the making of videos added a whole other layer as you explained some of the meanings you wanted to pass, especially for neon daddy. And knowing a bit of self-hatred myself because of personal experience, I don't know if this will have a huge effect on you, or if you will even see this, but your work is amazing and your motivation to work and produce such amazing stuff almost offers me motivation... until I wake up tomorrow and find myself again just a procrastinator with fried dopamine receptors.

[@moonstonemama6742]

That deep and edgy ending to this video was the best piece of fuckery I've seen in a long time. That long build up to that rant... I knew there had to be a hook at the end. And then you whipped out the dinosaur... I laughed untill my throat started hurting. No exeggeration, I really did xD And as a creative mind myself (with no subtle dash of perfectionism) I could definitely relate to some bits. But it also reminded me that we can take ourselves way to seriously... and we shouldn't. Bleeeeeghhhh, I'm a dinosaus, the fuck's he talking about xD

[@cinedaw]

This short was wonderful to watch, the cheesiness worked. Loved it Loved the scene with the kid,t Rex and robot

[@rachelm.4741]

2:35 I'm liking this video almost only because of you cracking up when messing around with your action figures.

[@adoozerwhodoesnt3612]

That bit of nonsense at the beginning was the best movie I’ve seen in years.

[@asiawojcicka9909]

I love your animation style and choice of colors. Also if people didnt realise its going to be silly after the T. rex appearance then nothing can help them 😂

[@kyomashindo6930]

David has added 50 more years to my life and now I want more action figures

[@Sarteth]

David, you do not cease to amaze me in your talent. All the good, all the bad, all the everything in between. Yet you bring it to an animated, scripted something that delights. I do hope one day you will realize that you have fans who don't want you thinking of your abilities to design and animate as torturous. You have ways with color, shape, form, function, etc. that I can't even begin to understand. Please, don't sell yourself short. Take breaks as needed. Don't feel pressured to perform. Live. Love. Be loved. If I may speak for any others beside myself, let me say this. You make THIS world a better place just by following your creative processes. Whether it be Autodale or any of the other stories you've put up here, you bring a different view to the world. That's important. That's needed.

[@jessijynx734]

I love that you tried a theme so different than your usual. I had a great time laughing at all the tropes you poked fun at. Great job as always David!

[@robinfa1477]

Some people........ yep, I'm one of them. I love how deep these videos are.

[@MatheusYami]

Man, this was supposed to be a fun and goofy 80's style over dramatic, griddy and full of action short, but the making of ending just twisted everything... And I love it haha. I'm really thinking about what you said now and how this can reflex in aspects of our live and how self love and care are so important and sometimes overlookd by us... Thanks David!

[@TheyCalledMeT]

you're not just an amazing animator .. and story writer .. you're also a realy good entertainer .. i think you have a bright future ahead

[@xinyishen9070]

Me, after watching Neon Daddy: David, are u okay? But thanks go David you are still sane.

[@Joshualacruz]

To the people who weren't aware that the video was a joke: I honestly have trouble believing you exist. 🤦‍♂️ To David: It was great. It was hilarious. I fucking loved it. 😁👌

[@Mothless42]

I freaking love your work dude! :D

[@fionabernardo1380]

I love his crippling sad sense of humour when the only correct response is numbness transferred into shock to crying then questioning your qualities as a human, leaving you laughing. (because guess what? THERE IS NOT A CORRECT RESPONSE)

[@mandingatvsh1727]

man i love everything ...the inspiration,the humor,the hard work, the insanity...i love every animation and behind the scenes you do..it feels like a masterpiece being developed...also i love the final part of this video,those questions are as deep as a hole in your mind

[@Vetteitall911]

As soon as he pulled out the actual figures I shit myself and I feel like I could watch this for hours

[@cathedralprawn3869]

I love you and everything you do. Take care of yourself, you groovy Scotsman.

[@sopranophantomista]

Not even going to lie, I see your films as two parters: the first are the films, your creations. The second is the behind the scenes, also your creations. Wonderfully edited, beautifully paced, and both show that there cannot be one without the other.

[@elsv99]

that ending was powerful

[@F91RPG]

Honestly this guy deserves more subscription rather than those stupid prank channels.

[@itsclemtime2357]

That intro was the most wholesome thing ever :DDDDDD

[@ravenschippers8267]

I honestly love your animations. They carry a deeper meaning that is often hidden in plain sight, only letting those who take the time to ponder can find. Though for Neon Daddy, I found it a bit of a stretch in the way its told but it was very interesting and the meaning gets across very strongly (Something about giving up one's humanity or something). To be honest it reminded me of those sci-fi movies my dad forced me to watch as a child (most are mentioned in this video.) which are a hit-miss depending on the movie. However, i think that this "Making of| Neon Daddy" video is more entertaining than the actual short film. I eagerly await your future animations. Especially the ones that are so weird and out of the ball park. Good luck DS, hang in there!

[@Zends]

You are easily my favorite KZbinr and my biggest inspiration I love your making of videos thank you

[@Autumn-kx4du]

Ive been watching his stuff all night, -like binge watching everything and just having a blast enjoying some sick animations and enjoying walking through creative processes etc... but the important part is to mention how fantastic this man is with his dinosaurs CAT and gecko, as well as views on nature and all the other things like im just having such a great fricking time

[@victoriaclaeys751]

This is the quality content I subscribe for

[@cosmobarr1110]

Thank you very much for your work I always look forward to your animations and your behind-the-scenes videos/short films

[@nekobastet2774]

The ending pierced right through my heart.

[@darvx92]

I really like these kinds of animations, hope to see more

[@tvikii7]

You, beautiful and talented man, can make people laugh from their heart one moment and have a hard time holding back tears in another one. And then laugh again, because now I actually adore dinosaurs. Maybe things could always be better, but I believe that for most of us, your fans, your work is perfect as it is. Thank you for being who you are.

[@natten9992]

Wow, just, wow. I have no words that could truly explain all the things this Making of video made me feel, especially the last few minutes. Every word you said resonated with me on such a deep level, and I can understand all the feelings you described. And that you feel them too makes me want to cry. That someone as talented and kind person as you have to feel and think the same things that looms at the back of my mind every day, waiting to take over and swallow me whole. You have so much creativity and passion, I can feel it in everything you make, and it inspires me to no end. Unlike me you have a dream, something you want to do with all your heart. Never let it out of your sight. Because not having a dream, to me at least, is the worst thing possible. You have nothing to strive for, nothing but your hatred for yourself, ripping you to shreds before you even think the thought of trying to become anyhting, or try anything. I lost sight of my dreams, and I don't believe I've been the same ever since. I'm really, really sorry if this comment made everything worse, I just felt like I had to say something, anything about how much I support and love the things you do. I can only hope that we one day can like ourselves, even if just a tiny bit. Thank you for doing what you do, and for being yourself. Thank you David.

[@imsad6565]

This is cool and all, but why the hell is it called Neon-Daddy?

[@Fallout_1012]

Im Sad Idk he definitely isn’t neon or a daddy

[@albertodiaz8642]

-attractive older guy and neon colors??-

[@Fallout_1012]

Alberto Diaz XD

[@Sheithan]

neon daddy best daddy

[@SharpDesign]

Neon City?

[@deceptionstrikes]

This is so funny XD Please do some more Dead Sound. Also, I like to say I love your animation a lot and they're fantastic to watch, listen to keep up the amazing work.

[@RedLeafMen]

“This piece of artwork represents fuck all.” By far one of the best quotes I’ve heard in awhile

[@mothmonster999]

Man, you emanate a very powerful energy, from your animations, voice and physical appearance

[@not_doxing_myself]

ok, the time of non-sense was amazing It was one of the best parts

[@not_doxing_myself]

Also the dinosaur at the end. But I understand I have a lot of self-hate and I created an idea of what I want to be a violent person. Right now I'm working on being kinder and nicer now lash out its hard when you are a sociopath to do this but I'm just making my split personality bigger.

[@sychosofie13]

I have a ton of different action figures and I wish I had someone like you to play with. Haha I laughed so loud when you were playing with your figures. 😂 Also, I love your art work and story telling. My son loves to draw and work with clay. We watched your stories together and we love every story you've done.

[@tadasuko8935]

That beginning with the action figures... I'm convinced now that's what you do in your spare time.

[@henriquecabral4070]

1:37 to 2:44 is the best piece of art to be ever made

[@acorneroftheinternet4179]

Daddys design is a brilliant idea! I think ill take a page of this for my own character design

[@avatar120pl3]

6:28 "visible nipples, very important" XD

[@purplehaze2358]

Yet more proof that DS needs a hug.

[@ollysmith7404]

If it helps, You and your films and the process of making these films have inspired me to do so many things I have never thought of doing before. Despite the bright colors and the strange voice, 'Neon Daddy' was actually enjoyable and I was able to catch and remember the message that, in places you'd not first suspect, like robotic civilizations, people ARE people and they can and probably will still feel like sh*t. I feel like sh*t, and this film spoke to me, past the voice and the neon, heh. I really hope you get better. Hell, I hope we ALL get better. But your films are amazing and inspirational to me, and I know it may not help from a simple observer, but they're perfect to me, and your messages stick.

[@vincentehunter8196]

I was gonna comment a joking remark about how this was a strangely cheerful short/making of video but that ending just did a full 180. I'm concerned

[@outmodedtiger]

"And this piece represents f all " I was laughing at this for ages. 😂

[@The_one_goblin]

I’m not even done watching this and my favorite parts are already “rape bug” and “hi I’m a dinosaur”

[@acetrainerkat]

Your bit of nonsense successfully drove me to tears, David. Everyone in my livingroom was concerned because I was laughing so hard. I totally got that "Neon-Daddy" was a sort of comody, dumb, homage to 80's si-fi cheese. And I loved every second!

[@automann8930]

I understand your frustration with the film, David. But I love your touch on this new futuristic theme of yours, and I’d LOVE to see something similar to this in the future

[@Arrow1bowmen]

I am noticing a theme of "real-world parrel/reference/point of the short film" in these "Making of" Which is great because a dense MOFO like myself can begin to understand if it is beaten over the top of my head. ON TO THE NEXT ONE