UNBOXING: Artist's reference doll SFBT-3

Here's a quick unboxing of the Dolkus Special Fullaction Body Type-3 (SFBT-3). Join me and take a look at some of the special features that really make this doll stand out above the competition. You can see the quality of the figure and the full range of articulation covered by almost 80 joints - Impressive!
This looks like a massive step up from the previous artist's reference figures I've used in the past. I'll be putting up a full review very soon as part of a full series on this figure in my search for the perfect artist's doll.
Until then, keep on painting!
Lawrence.
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[@mamodokod4613]

It can do some impressive things but god does it look horrifying

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I still have nightmares. lol. But it is one of the best posable models out there without a doubt!

[@henrikandreason7261]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW Is there a male version as well?

[@Kaelarts_vt]

"There are very few reviews on this doll" It's 500 bucks lol

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Yep. It's not cheap. It wasn't $500 at the time this video was shot. It was less than that. It is expensive though but amazing quality. Small quantities are made at a time and hand assembled. These are only sold in batches, a couple of times a year. This isn't a big company. That's why the cost is high. They are expensive to make. They are not action figure made on the thousands that end up in discount stores. I think they might all be pre-ordered before they actually start to make the next batch!

[@SaiTurtlesninjaNX]

That thing look like it would gave me nightmares.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Haha. That's why I'd like to see some additional faces for it!

[@tiffaneyquickley8011]

YES !

[@JohnSmith-lt1ck]

That thing looks like it came from my nightmares

[@RalphCobbsrocku2death]

That reference doll looks amazing and the fact that it could stand alone without the base blow me away I first stumble upon this on amazon 2 month go I'm very impress with this artist reference doll great video thanks!

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

+Ralph Cobbs Thanks Ralph. I thought it was great when I first saw it and it has really lived up to the challenge so far. I'll still keep looking for other reference figures just to be sure

[@RalphCobbsrocku2death]

Nothing beats good reference for painting & drawing I'm going to some more research for artist reference dolls as well but this is the best I seen so far.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

+Ralph Cobbs Let me know what you find! I'm eager to try out more if there's anything good (or bad) out there. Haha

[@RalphCobbsrocku2death]

I sure will let you know!

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Did you ever find anything? #SpreadTheWord ;D

[@Joker-qn1cr]

Everybody saying the doll is creepy but i think its adorable

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I don't find her creepy at all. I still use her and she sits in the studio - haven't seen her move once ;D She's great. Main thing is that she's really posable.

[@telikno]

Domz same here

[@squishysilver]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW I'm glad she hasn't been doing anything on her own😆 & you're right; she's got extremely versatile, human~like pose~ability. That is what matters. Althooough, I wouldn't be able to sleep in the same room... or I would HAVE to, to keep an eye on her. 😅 I'd get used to her quickly though, I'm sure. 🤗

[@telikno]

Omggg ur ART is sooo gud!!! At first i tought it was just a photo ! WOW!!

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Glad you like it. Check out my 2hr photo retouch. Itch basically a redraw from a photo. You can watch it sped-up too if you'd like! ;) #Share the video

[@telikno]

Lawrence Mann got it mate ! 👌

[@spankytag]

Freakin dope. I was looking at the Body Kun dolls, which don’t appear to be as poseable as these. The hands and feet are so detailed! Thanks for sharing

[@JJ-vp3bd]

did you find anything posable ?

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Everyone mentions the Body Kun dolls to me (as if I hadn't seen them - haha) but they are not in the same league when you see them up close. They look like Kinder Egg toys. lol. Nice but just not as good. I should make a video comparison. I have never seen anything as nice as these - personally I would like to see something similar but less manga-like.

[@Linkoruu]

It's amazing and everything but.... *It looks terrifying...*

[@arttalkwithmr.s6703]

Dang that really useful! Why don't I just go check the price- (Looks on EBay) .......... (Slowly closes tab and weeps)

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Yup. That's the drawback. They are made in small batches unfortunately. If it was mass produced it would probably be a fraction of the price. I'm not sure what the eBay price is either - if people are putting the price up or down, I wonder?!?!

[@telikno]

Mr. Schwartz's Art Hour i saw one wich is 47 dollers on Amazon But i already bought the last one

[@telikno]

Dear santa ....

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

lol.

[@eleanortaylor4389]

You seem to be having just a little too much fun with that doll, haha! Seriously though, Hooray! You finally found one! It really seems to be very complex, even more than I could tell from the websites. The posable eyes and fingers are so neat! I love that it stands on its own. It is definitely one of the best out there. Are you still going to get a Stickybones too?

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

It's a great reference figure and Dolkus have done an amazing job. It's a shame these aren't more widely available. You can get yours via their website though. You should certainly check them out. I've found it to be a great addition to the studio. It's the best one I've seen so far. I do want to check out the StickyBones figure too. I contacted them early on but it was still in pre production and they didn't have any to spare. I found out that that they were handing them out to other artists though so I felt a bit upset by that so I might give it a miss. They are marketing it as an animation doll rather than reference for artists and it's not as detailed anatomically as this figure so... never mind!

[@eleanortaylor4389]

+LAWRENCEcanDRAW Wow! It is expensive! $320! However, I shouldn't be surprised because it is so complex and finely made. It definitely is a big investment! I think I will stick to my Poser 10 program for now. Although the dragons and cat dolls that Dolkus makes are super cute, but they are expensive too! Maybe someday when I get really rich, haha! Really these dolls are works of art in themselves.

[@nateh9171]

They really took care of the anatomy aspect of this doll

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Yup. Wish they did a range of faces though!

[@nateh9171]

Lawrence Mann yeah that would have been a lot better if they did

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

More and more reference figures/dolls are offering options now which is really good! Hopefully I'll be doing more reviews soon! Stay subscribed!!!

[@quinto]

Looks quite alien to me. Perfect for alien drawings.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

It does, I agree but the proportions and details are great for the task at 'hand'... especially the hands in my opinion ;D

[@polker2]

I've heard and saw some post from Twitter that their is a male version of this sfbt-4 i believed

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Not seen that! Tweet me in on that action @LAWRENCEcanDRAW :D

[@squishysilver]

I think a male might be slightly less creepy looking.

[@mhal-bj8uq]

Personally, I'd prefer the 1000toys synthetic human figurine. Not only is it more human looking and less terrifying, but it's also four times cheaper than this. The only thing this figure has that the other doesn't is articulated fingers. As of now, 1000toys doesn't have a female figure for purchase, but they've been working on prototypes that I think will be available to the public early next year.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Yeah, I thought about reviewing that but I was really disappointed when I saw that the hands weren't articulated. It's more like an action figure than an artist ref' figure. There are some really good action figures out there. Some female ones too. If you are drawing group scenes then it's a good way to go!

[@JJ-vp3bd]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW Hey is there any competitors to this item? Is there anything like the Female Figma Figure out there on the market for drawing/ articulation?

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Sure: amzn.to/37mGgQF - There's a few!

[@trje246]

Just from an engineering perspective, she's gorgeous.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Indeed! Gorgeous hands.

[@troychriscarretas2657]

i like it :) it is larger than body kun and figma archetype also looks less delicate

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

That's one of the main reasons I like it too!

[@blankpage9277]

Yeah I'll wait until they come out with one that's not horrifying to look at. Glad we are getting more variety in pose-able artists' dolls though!

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Fingers crossed we'll see more. The face is removable at least!!

[@jonasgreis]

Looks interesting. As an artist, Have i used PHICEN and JIAOU DOLL, to work after. However, I have considered purchasing an SFBT Doll. Is just a little doubt how good it is to use, since I mainly work in ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Why would it matter which application you use? I sometimes sit with the figure/doll in front of me while I draw and at other times I take photos of it in the pose and have them on my screen while I draw. I use different applications and I don't think it matters. In Illustrator it would be more useful that the other dolls because it has more reference for the joints and muscle structure and I'd say that's great for building up your quick construction guide layer.

[@boverlord7542]

Oh I meant it looks horrifying But It does look very good for drawing

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Ah! Fair enough. I could paint it or give it a hat. lol. but in fairness, it does the job. I did a video on the male version as well. Check out my playlist on reference figures and see what you think of the rest!!

[@emilvaldivia]

great review... is there a male version of that doll?

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

There is! I also have a review of that as well. You can find it in my playlist of artist's reference dolls!

[@JObama.]

I was recommended this

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Hope you're happy with this. I think it's a great drawing aid!

[@boverlord7542]

Especially The fully articulated hands

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

They are great. The one thing I would change is that I'd like a more human face rather than a Manga face.

[@ziecret]

I want that

[@B1G_ChUnG5]

Never knew how bad I needed a beard scratcher till I stumbled upon this channel.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Now I'm itchy. Thank you 😒

[@B1G_ChUnG5]

Lawrence Mann you’re welcome.

[@liyatasha4164]

kinda looks like ultron but girl version

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Ooooh! Spray paint time!!!

[@parallax7789]

So, Jocasta?

[@CritterCrunch88]

you can use a phicen male body doll if you want, they're pretty poseable and realistic

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

They are not too bad. I have thought about reviewing one. I wondered how well they keep their pose, especially over time.

[@cameoshadowness7757]

Do they have ones in different sizes?

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Not as far as I know. Why? Do you want bigger or smaller?

[@XteroBlade2117]

That has to be the worlds most articulated action figure

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

If you check out DOLK's website they have some really crazy detailed stuff!

[@belosnezkaandersevna2551]

please tell me where you bought this wonderful figure? and I was told that it is not possible to buy them on sale for a long time no ... please give a link ... thanks

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

No worries - Thought that was in the description. I think that is in my other video for this figure. Here you go! dolk.jp/s.f.b.t/en/ > #SpreadTheWord ;D

[@dolbymanMV3]

I hope we see the Doll in Action

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I'm doing an entire series on this figure so you'll get to see it real soon ;) Make sure to subscribe for more.

[@MdTayoburRahmanGraphics]

how can I buy this? i need one . :)

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

You just have to Google it. They have a site but they only do limited runs every now and again. You can also track them down on Ebay and Amazon now and again too!

[@telikno]

New sub boiiii

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Welcome to the community Mary - great to have you here!

[@telikno]

Lawrence Mann heh :)))

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Have a great day! #Share the video!!

[@telikno]

Lawrence Mann already did ! 👍🏻

[@ShinKamaitachi]

Trying to find one on amazon, but nothing.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

They only make them in limited batches now and you have to buy them direct from their site. Sorry to drop that bomb :(

[@NatsNotHere]

Eye of the beholder, surely... This thing is terrifying! 😳

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

A lot of people think so! But a lot of people like it too. It's the face really. Depends if you can see past that... or cover it up. Like I said in the video, I would prefer alternative options. Maybe someone could 3D print some!

[@robfrydryck127]

Obviously, this Is the best artist's reference doll. But that this price point why not use the Android/PC virtual pose apps for an even more flexible option at a much better price point. For example, virtual ones can morph shapes and add hair.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Personal preference. I just don't like virtual reference figures. I've talked to a lot of artists and there seems to be a high number of us who really don't like using them. I'd rather have the physical object in front of me so I can interact with it. Experiment, play with lighting etc and all in the real world. I don't need clothes, hair and all that on the model. It's only there so I can get the bones of my figure right. Anatomy and composition are the fundamentals that need to be perfected when you're using a reference figure so those extras that the virtual ones add are of no real use. I can imagine the clothes and hair. Especially thanks to life study drawings etc that I enjoy doing. Along with so great Google image ref' too.

[@echoraptor507]

I need this XD my mom said it looked creepy

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

It is creepy BUT it's a good posable anatomy reference figure. lol.

[@QuetzalToon005]

can you provide a link please id like to purchase one myself

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

It's best to simply Google it. They do limited runs and only at certain times of the year. It's a bit odd like that. Some times you might be able to grab one cheap on Ebay or Amazon. It's just worth scouting around but it wasn't the thing I could put a link in the description for. I think they do have an official website but there's no store. haha. Sorry ToonArt!

[@gl7011]

Are you familiar with the 18" superposeable Spiderman figure. It has 69 points of articulation and make great reference models.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I've seen it. If I used that though I'd have to sand it lightly and spray it whight so it wasn't too distracting. That's why I'm not too keen on action figures. - only reason!

[@gl7011]

Lawrence Mann That's exactly what I do to the figures. I have 6 of the Spiderman figures. I got the idea of using them as reference models from Jeff Watts of Watts Atelier. He's a fine artist as well. I just built upon that idea. He painted the one he had a mat gray. I buy all types and sizes of toys for various projects and to experiment with different scale.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Yeah, it's not a bad idea. It's a bit of work though. I might have to do a video on it. I just hadn't found the perfect figure for it.

[@vanarqwq3660]

Can I get this shipped to India?

[@bigboned8349]

How much did it cost?

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I can't remember. it was a while ago. You might have to check the link in the video if it is still available. It was roughly $150 I think. It isn't dirt cheap but it is certainly worth the money given the use you'll get out of it over time :D Hope that helps ...slightly.

[@harley8615]

i don't care if it looks scary! i want it!

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

All part of it's appeal. I think a paint job would make it look cool. Or a 3D printed face.

[@harley8615]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW i agree.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

:D

[@sowhat351]

Where u can buy this???

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Via their company website!

[@Matias-eh2pn]

Is the price that marvelous?

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

It is indeed!! lol. It's such a nice reference figure though. Comments are divided but I really like it.

[@boverlord7542]

I like the male one

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

It is expensive to have them both but it is very awesome if you set them up and use them as a pair!!!!!! dancing, fighting etc. Very cool.

[@rogerbaker9353]

I just checked out this doll, and my heart stopped. 330 USD for the base unit.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Yeah, that I know is the rough point. Limited run. Put together by hand. No argument from me on that. After a lot of use though - it is very well made!

[@aldecirricarte8692]

What a name

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Me or the doll?? haha

[@insectosinsect7959]

Where can i buy?

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Direct from their website. They only make so many every so often. I think I did put a link in the description! Otherwise you can Google the name and find it quite easily. Good look and let me know if you find it.

[@flynn851]

how much does it cost

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Prices should be on their site. They are limited stock when they make a batch I believe. These are not cheap though. Costs can change obviously depending on where you are so the best thing to do is go on the SFBT-3 site and take a look. Hope that helps #SpreadTheWord

[@TheHimbob]

The Website that sells them are selling them at 399.95, but ebay for some reason has private seller going as high as $1000. Crazy.

[@cerystalgaming84]

7:28 Ah! The sun is too bright!

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

You could do really cool stop frame animation if you had the time!

[@JObama.]

This was recommended to me

[@polker2]

Hows the proportion .. is it human like or more like exaggerated ? What do you think ?

[@polker2]

Do you have review for 1000toys synthetic human 1/12?

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

The proportions are a little off but no artist's model I've found is perfect. You can see for yourself in the video. Obviously the face is my main concern. I would have preferred a more realistic one. I'm not a Manga artist.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Don't have a review of that. I do want to review more. Might take another look at that one.

[@demondeity9816]

100 euro is a bit much for someone on a budget but it's tempting to get one

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Ask yourself these questions when buying anything: Will this make me a better artist? Will it last me longer than the equivalent in takeaway food? (i.e. Pizza🍕) . Am I willing to give up that amount of food to get what I need to make myself a better artist? Is that unfair? Maybe a little but if you get in better shape and get better at drawing then you know you're onto a winner. I agree that it is expensive and you can just use photo reference or ask someone to pose but if you are doing comic art then this is 2nd to none for getting the perfect pose extremely fast panel by panel.

[@demondeity9816]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW Thanks I appreciate the advice.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Happy to help. Stay subscribed and share the word 📲✏️✏️📲

[@jjuan4382]

If jobby the Hong hd this doll...

[@2067792332977602]

It looks like is gonna kill me at night.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

True - it does need a little knife, maybe a wig too!

[@firebomb5510]

These are not cheap but cool

[@magesticist]

Just wondering why my doll came partially unassembled

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Perhaps it was bashed around in the post. Maybe it just needs clicking back together. I have taken mine apart and reassembled it before so I know it is possible. As long as it is not broken then you can do this yourself quite easily if you feel up to it. It should be self explanatory but if you do need any specific advice I'd suggest emailing the support team for help!

[@magesticist]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW thank you I found out because I got it from Amazon and found a tremendous difference in what your doll can do without parts falling off and what mine can with her parts falling off. The company sent me another one free of charge...has similar problems. 😕 So it's good you bought from the original company

[@mrhappyzz1958]

If not just get amazing yamaguchi figures (most preferably the Spider-Man figure) they are expensive but the older ones with just as much as articulation as the newer ones, the least expensive is Spider-Man and Deadpool but they do have bulky figures like venom that surprisingly have a lot of articulation. Although the amazing yamaguchi figures aren't necessarily for references they are really good for posing and referencing tbh. So go pick those up , or you can just get a marvel legends figure

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I do like the yamaguchi figures but I don't like using action figures as reference figures - You're not the first to make a similar argument. The characters are a distraction and most of the time they are just not anatomically correct. Also the size can be small when compared to real reference figures. With a couple of them this can work but in most cases you might as well just draw from imagination or find a better reference figure. With some brands of figures the characters can be too Manga for my own art but for some artists this might actually be of value. For those folks I might actually suggest this as a good alternative.

[@squishysilver]

YES! ☺️ You read my mind! I bought a Spiderman years ago, only for the articulation. Not so much for art though. Actually, I find it weirdly therapeutic posing & moving them around, like a fidget toy. I used to do that with my brothers' G.I. Joe's 😄 Then, my nephew got a Spiderman for his birthday that was even better. Mine has moving hands, but his had moving finger joints! His eventually got all floppy from being played with so much (hey, he had lotsa fun & that's what his Spiderman was for😊). I moved semi recently & have been looking for my Spiderman. I used to sit him on the edge of my hanging spider plant. Not being able to find him is what got me looking up these dolls & why I'm here in the first place. 😆 hehe! That's so funny. I even Googled "most articulated toys & action figures"!😁 I should probably get another one.

[@squishysilver]

Where do I find these & what are the price ranges? I'd just Google them, but more information would be awesomely helpful, perlease🤗

[@mrhappyzz1958]

@@squishysilver they can be found on Amazon or their official store.. just search up amazing yamaguchi website

[@mrhappyzz1958]

@@squishysilver they're kinda high priced but the cheapest I found was in the 60 dollar range

[@sheenocon673]

It looks really fragile but nice

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Not as fragile ass you'd think. It's no action figure of course and it's not for kids but it can be moved easily without worrying about snapping bits off.

[@zackhostetler5175]

I think the doll is kind of creepy looking. But this is just my option.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

You're clearly not the only one who thinks that looking at the comments. Question is; could you use it to draw with or would the 'creepy' vibe put you off altogether?

[@deniselisboa1]

If this thing was like dark gray and blue i'd get 27 of these. Yup yup

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Good point. The colour is a bit of an odd choice. I want to paint each bit a different colour. Do the face like a Kabuki mask!

[@deniselisboa1]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW it is built like a futuristic robot but painted like a human XD that's freaky it's like a peeled cockroach. Not that non peeled cockroaches aren't gross but you get my point

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

haha. Maybe a Tron scheme? Put a light inside??

[@deniselisboa1]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW that would be badass hahah

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I agree. Maybe a mask too!!

[@ThinkTankIllustration]

For 320 very price.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

+5150 Nation You do have to pay for the quality and it's worth it if your serious about your art. If you use the figure on a regular basis then it will pay for itself over time - if not then you can go for a cheaper figure but of course you're sacrificing detail and quality. I'm hoping to do a few more videos with some more suggestions so stay tuned for those. If you've got any ideas on alternative art dolls I should show off then let me know and I'll happily take a look.

[@e.dolphin5055]

Scary

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I've just uploaded a video on the male version - let me know what you think of that!!

[@smashleymcbashley6250]

The posing is dope but the proportions arent what im looking for o.0

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I've got some more options in my playlist ;)

[@boverlord7542]

Ok

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

It makes it easier if you reply in the same conversation chain. For me it appears all in between other comments!

[@elcatrinc1996]

this is nightmare fuel

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I don't know man - your avatar is kinda spooky!

[@elcatrinc1996]

hmm, i guess you are right, then im gonna see if i buy this one or another kind of drawing doll

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

You could always put a mask on it or make another face if you have the skills?

[@elcatrinc1996]

well, i guess i can, but i need to consider it, because the fingers and the little pieces look a litle bit fragile , more than a Body-Kun or a Body-Chan, so

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Completely up to you. Mine hasn't broken yet though!

[@hunterlangley8287]

I just thought the new synthetic female human figure was creepy.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I have said before that I would like more realistic human faces. It shouldn't be too hard as the faces are detachable. Unfortunately, I don't think they will do them any time soon. You could always convert them with the head of a Barbie doll but that might be even more creepy. haha.

[@rajendraghodke8347]

I like your show , and saggetion. Who for this female doll , or toys. But this is likea mannequin model. And also like your expletion. Thanking you. 18/5/2020

[@bluewolf7111]

I think we can all agree that its amazing and horrifying at the same time. But I think for an artist like myself its somewhat useless, because I like to have lots of poses left to my mind, or at the very least force myself to search anatomy references in images and the like each time a reference doll like body kun cant make the exact pose I want. In short I guess what Im saying is that I think a doll like this would make me too dependant on it. And for the price it would be like, a tremendous waste.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I know exactly what your saying because I'm the same with the image reference but where this would really help you out is the lighting. That and making fine adjustments along the way to rotating the hands etc. Body Kun and some others just can't do that either. Lighting is so important and people don't seem to consider that when thinking about the pose. Even if you find a great reference pose - the lighting won't be the lighting you want.

[@bluewolf7111]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW I agree that the figure is hella useful, I just think in relation to the price, at least for someone like me, it wouldnt be worth it. The thing with body kun is that while it doesnt help you with everything with perfect precision, it has a really big array of poses that help, specially begginers or people who have been drawing only for some time. The price for it is not what I consider cheap, but its accesible, 120$ for the male and female originals and about 60$ (both m & f) for cheap ones that can do most of the same job, just might break sooner. But this figure on the other hand, goes nuts with the price, its reasonable by its quality but not reasonable from a consumer perspective, and it allows you to do more with more precision but at the end of the day its all reference that can be learned somewhere else. Its like really cool, but I dont see myself ever getting one, even if I could afford it. Thanks for the review of it, I think many people skip on these because they think like me, but its important to see how useful it is to properly decide wether we need them or not!

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I agree about cost being a major factor. Obviously I am speaking from a pro point of view. It pays for itself when it saves you time but other than that don't worry about it. It's something you need now or you don't. That's why it's great to see lots of various versions at different price points and why we need reviews. Some people have mentioned using action figures on a budget and I really like the idea of that. They are sooo much more articulated now then when I started out. I just wouldn't want the distraction of the colours and detail. Maybe a simple one painted white. I might do a video on that. Thanks for your thoughts by the way Blue! Stay safe, stay subscribed!

[@treymcclure3243]

can I get that at amazon .com

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Did I put a link in the description?

[@treymcclure3243]

no

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Then probably not. I think this one is just direct. Sorry Trey! I think it was also Limited Runs. Maybe contact them ;D Hope that helps!!

[@ChengGaos]

I find her really tenderly and adorable, even I think she is hot. Is it really useful to draw or it does not a lot of difference? do you still use it? I want to know if the investment is worth it. I would like to use wigs and doll dresses on her to draw girls, bur I don´t know if could be better just watching images or magazines, I have never used this reference dolls. Thanks.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I do still use her. Stay subscribed. I've got a special video that you'll love coming up in the next couple of days!

[@ChengGaos]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW Thank you! I will be expecting.

[@owenowens9924]

wow it looks like 'Alita' LOL

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Haha. I had never thought of that but now that you mention that... I won't be able to stop seeing it :O

[@JA070288]

That thing is horrifying!

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

You could make a tiny bag for it's head or 3D print a new head?!

[@JA070288]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW HAHA a tiny bag!

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

The face pops off too so that is an option if you have sculpting skills!

[@kevincardenas8855]

Get the synthetic human from 1000 toys. Much better

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I'll check it out. I wanted to stay away from 'toys' though. Just because it opens up too much of a rabbit hole!

[@gl7011]

Lawrence Mann You're right about the rabbit hole, but what's cool about buying toys to use as reference models are their relative affordability and you can buy multiples. You can stage entire battle scenes and draw them from different angles. I just spent $300 at toys r us liquidation sale acquiring toys to be used as reference.

[@gotica]

Just have to say. Damn u cute xD

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

lol. You say that now!

[@gotica]

Lawrence Mann What will happen later ? O_o

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

lol

[@gotica]

Whats wrong with saying that you are cute?

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I thought you were talking to the doll :O I'll take the compliment! Thanks :D

[@KennethShinabery]

They are pretty pricey if I remember correctly.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Unfortunately yes but worth it as a tool if you're the kind of artist that uses it seriously every day to help create art. This is certainly one of the best I've seen and if you're doing a really difficult pose from an awkward angle then there might not be any other way to get it right without spending hours and hours redrawing your work.

[@travislawrencemusic]

Been looking at this mannequin for years. Finally bought one and I am sooo disappointed at what a fragile piece of junk it is! Couldn't even get it in the 1st pose I tried without the leg and arm falling off multiple times. Then knee popped apart in pieces and won't go back together without constantly popping apart again. How can any artist work with this thing when it takes so much effort just to pose it in 1 piece? Not worth the money at all!

[@yosef879]

damn!! that is creepy af

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Don't stare into it's eyes and you're golden ;)

[@comfy84]

Booba

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Indeed dicky, indeed!

[@comfy84]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW a fellow booba enjoyer

[@erikponciano]

Are you sure it looks cool?

[@mikeystorm8124]

It looks like a bug 🐜

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

It's the manga big eyes!

[@lunaprimus3956]

ok a little creepy

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Sure but it's worth it for the possibility of the figure. I'd of prefered a more realistic face rather than the Manga style and I think that's certainly where the creepy factor is coming from here!

[@Mulberry2000]

That is not very good is does not have an air pump. £100 is way out of my league. I can get a blow-up doll for £12 lol. Seriously it is good but way too expensive for me.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Come on Mike, now I just think you're trolling me! BTW. I don't want to ask how you know the price of a blow-up doll. I imagine those ones don't have great articulation though.

[@Mulberry2000]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW I was just joking lol not trolling.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I know ;) That's why my answer was just a joke reply. But most of the comments are people saying this figure is expensive. I know it is. 'Expensive' is always going to be a point of view though. If it's a business expense for a pro' artist then you can put it against taxes and it's not that bad. My channel is aimed at professional artists so I don't try and talk about budget stuff - I leave that to the tech guys who can't draw good. haha (Mention no names).

[@Mulberry2000]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW Esp for a blow-up doll.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

😯

[@ll-zp4lx]

What is this abomination sweet egg

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

I know, you're thinking... articulated boobs :O that's just soooo advanced. I've never heard them called 'sweet eggs' before but whatever rocks your boat!

[@ll-zp4lx]

Lawrence Mann I wasn’t referring to the boobs but... i just found out they are articulated so I’m not sure what to think about this *certain feature*

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Haha. I know you weren't. Just messing with you. I didn't know how else to respond to the comment so it seemed like a good wild card! I think they only articulate so when you raise the arms they look correctly positioned with the rest of the torso - I don't think there's a perverse reason at play here!

[@ll-zp4lx]

Lawrence Mann Oooh right. It makes sense how they articulate along with the arms, even if it sounds a bit strange.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

Haha. They have put a lot of thought into this. It works really well. The face is a little strange and it's clearly just for manga fans but the way it moves is a thing off beauty!

[@lorraineclark4413]

UGLY, weird & vastly overpriced. Body Kun VS Figma: The Figma man looks like a hulking monster- I can barely stand to look at him, he's so grotesque. The female figure is good. The male Body Kun looks like a normal man; the female Body Chan is an insult to women and to anatomy. So if you REALLY want to use these as art models, get the Figma Female & the Body Kin male. I also think the Synthetic Human male is pretty good but the have no female counterpart and they're expensive so not a good idea.

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

A lot of people talk about the Body-Kun figures but when you use one for yourself they are just too tiny. Which one(s) have you used?

[@lorraineclark4413]

@@LAWRENCEcanDRAW This is SUCH a problem! I find these figures way too small too. Believe it or not, I have better luck with 12" fashion dolls. Some of them are very well articulated and you can put clothing on them. They're cheap and readily available and can be posed pretty well with a stand. You may need to stick a little putty into the joint to make it hold the pose, but that's not so bad. And if I want to customize them with Apoxy Sculpt or paint, I haven't ruined an expensive doll. So that's what I'll keep doing until somebody FINALLY manufactures a good, reasonably priced alternative.

[@boverlord7542]

Disgusting

[@LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

HUH?