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Hello guys! Andrea here :)
Many years ago, i believe 6 in total, Francesca started making her personal miniatures line, heavly inspired by Conan, Xena & Hercules universes.
Creating and distributing these figures was really her dream.
Due the impossibility to start miniature mass production in resin/metal, our work for lead companies and the fact that we became parents (yay! :D), she never finished those models.

Some weeks ago while I was sculpting some Depth Ones on my pc, i saw her workin in Zbrush to upgrade some of the old amazon/barbarian warriors and creating new one from scratch. I can admit that all the work she did for Raging Heroes in the last ten years had an amazing result on her skills!
With so many people owning 3d printers this dream can finally come true.

So, long story short, she's now finally able to launch her project on Kickstarter in few weeks. She's preparing a lot more models than the ones you see in the preview on top, and while she's still Artisan Guild, just like me,  this is a personal project she's working on her own. 

I'm really proud of my wife. I hope, that just like me, you want to show her how amazing she is! I will be personally support her project even if it may seem strange, and I invite to join me when everything will be live. 

I had the task to create a quick " logo picture " for her project and check if a Troll I sculpted time ago works fine with her line... and I came out with this Patreon Post without telling her...  now I'm sure that it's too late to go back :)

Andrea

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Tim

Keep us posted

Emma Wolfe

They look amazing as a merchant tier on here will we get or do we need to get on the KS also will they be licensed through here or will the KS have a license

Emma Wolfe

Well done more amazing work keep its up and GIRL POWER

Matchu Egan

Will be more than interested! They look amazing.

TabletopTerrainUK

Well I'll be a day one backer for sure! These look great :)

Artisan Guild

Hello Emma, you need to jump on the KS to receive the models :) Plans are not 100% done but probably you'll need this Patreon License to sell the AMAZONS! models :)

gary

Let us know when we can back it I have friends who would love to back this and me ofcourse

Alex Hood

Amazing can't wait for the ks

Martin

Are they going to be files for us to download or physical models on Kickstarter?

Moutet Pierre

While I am thrilled at the perspective to have more quality model from you guys, I am a bit bummed to see that it will be coming with an additional cost. There are more than a thousand patreons at the Artisan Guid, I suppose this allows you to do this activity full time ? However, in my opinion, the number of miniatures delivered each month is a bit low, especially when you see that a patreon like Cast n Play deliver roughly triple the quantity - with a very good quality too. What I am trying to say is that it would be nice to have an increase in the quantity of miniature produced each month by Artisan Guild, rather than seeing one of you engage in a parallel activity (which by the way is the same activity AG patreons are paying for – producing 3d printable miniature). Especially when an additional cost is required for each Patreons to access the result of the work. Why couldn’t Francesca deliver theses miniatures on this Patreon too ?

Alexander

So it it also a lady troll? Always wondered what they looked like.

Stephan

I don't think you can compare the concepts of Cast n Play and Artisan Guild. Cast n play also recently launched a second patreon for scifi models. And even if Artisan Guild did this full-time, if Francesca wanted to do an additional Kickstarter in her freetime she would be fine to do so. I am sure patreons will get a discount on the Kickstarter.

Stephan

I am so happy to see that troll reappear here, it's one of my all time favorites since I saw it a few years ago (before any patreon existed)

Max Miller

I can’t wait to back it!

BennyMcSeoul

This looks awesome. Will it be like... Amazon "themed" so like.. lizard folk and other creatures to go along with the Amazons??

Moutet Pierre

I don't see in what significant way AG and CastnPlay cannot be compared. Both are Patreon, both a releasing fantasy miniatures for 3d printer, where is the difference ? As you mentionned, CastnPlay have launched a second patreon for scifi models, however their production is triple what AG produce, so I don't mind them launching another patreon... Regarding the kickstarter, I am absolutely not contesting Francesca's right to do a kickstarter. And as you stated, it does not matter when she works on this projet because we pay only for a specified number of miniatures each month. If this amount is met, they are free to do whatever they want the rest of the time. However, in my opinion, the amount of miniatures delivered each month by AG just meet the minimum of what I am willing to pay for it. So far I though it was a matter of quality, and therefore quantity had to be sacrificed. But this news proves otherwise. Therefore I am voicing my concern. And if I am thinking that, I am sure others might think so too.

Benjamin Hodges

Very excited for this! My wife will love these!

Artisan Guild

Hello, I'm sorry that you are not happy with the amount of models we deliver, when we are working more than ten hours per day for this patreon to make the best quality possible. Perhaps you have not considered that our Modular models alone will let you make dozens and dozens of combinations, while other companies may prefer to deliver these kind of "combinations" Already assembled in huge lineups of models that are very similar (flipped, mirrored, and very few differences like a different head or weapon)

Moutet Pierre

Well, you have to understand the customer side of it. We are presented with a multitude of Patreon, each and everyone of them offering the same service : printable 3d miniatures produced each month for a monthly fee. Of course we are going to compare. Now multiples criteria come into play, but I think the 3 most important are : quantity of 3D modeling done (I agree with you regarding the modularity aspect, I am aware of it and not fooled by Patreon makers using such techniques), quality of 3D miniature, and price of the monthly fee. When taking all theses into account and comparing the current offer on the market, AG pops out thanks to the quality, that is undeniable. The pricing is, from what I have seen, reasonable. However, and I don’t want to be blunt or anything - remember that I am afterall a paying member, ie. I support you guys - but the quantity is a bit low. Now I am saying that not only in my interest but also yours. Remember that Patreon doesn’t have engagement policy. One month from the other and Patreons can jump ship and switch to another one. You don’t want that to happen, I don’t want that. But let’s be realistic, I doubt that the vast majority of patreons are supporting more than 2 Patreon makers delivering the same product. Therefore if another Patreon rise with the same level of quality as AG, but has for the same price twice the amount, there will be a lot of patreons thinking twice about it. Does that scenario seems impossible to you guys ? In my opinion, that’s not implausible. Now if you guys are working as the max you can for AG (which seems a bit awkward since one of you engage in a Kickstarter - which would lead to more work if successful), maybe you could consider lowering the monthly fee ? And what about my suggestion to release the models of the Kickstarter free for the patreons ? Why is that not an option ?

Ondrej Masin

Well, people tend to have different opinions. Some would love more, some like me would like polls to be discontinued in favor of theme decided by artists themselves to make room for more uniquity and some would like better quality (that one would be really hard...I love your work). Whats important is that the release size is clearly set by you in description and also fullfilled every month with some free additions. The rest is just a matter of demand and supply. You offer and people buy in and thats it. If there was a better value for money elsewhere, they wouldnt do so, so keep up a good work.

Moutet Pierre

John, as you say, quantity (and quality) produced links back to the size of the team. Of course a team of five will produce more content than a team of 2. However they will also split the monthly fee in 5 rather that in 2, so a team of 5 should charge more than a team of 2. This is all about studying the market and sizing of the product. In the end it doesn’t really matter how many people are working in a Patreon, what matter is the quantity and quality produced for the amount of the monthly fee. And in this matter, I have expressed my concern about AG in my previous posts. Ondrej, you are right, everyone has his opinion and his expectations. I was voicing mine, since I didn’t see a similar one expressed before. And of course there is regulation by demand and supply. But I think Andrea and Francesca would appreciate to learn what are the expectations of their patreons beforehand rather than seeing them jump ship unexpectedly in one month if they are not met or if a better opportunity present itself.

Sheldon Venter

hell yeah! im so supporting this kickstarter! welld one. she has some great work!

Nathanial Hennekam

dont worry about it, the blokes just sounds like a tight ass, $10 for what we get is great value.

victorgonal

Many of the girls at my D&D for kids group will surely love these.

Alex Varley

Gobsmacked by the negative reaction from a handful of people. I back a lot of Sculptors, Duncan, Lion Tower, Mia, Megs, Earl, Cometlord, Onmioji, Cast n Play to name but a few. Different styles, different qualities, different quantities of output. I like to support people who put themselves out there. I love these new models and will back the Kickstarter. All things considered (style, quality, detail, sheer desktop pizazz) I think you’re right up there with the best. The idea that you should do more because you’re successful and give away more just because you can do this full time is crazy to me. I don’t work for free and I don’t work harder than I have to.

Paul West

Greg, you said everything I wanted to while reading this thread.

Paul West

Awesome! Count me in. I look forward to it! Thank you for everything the two of you are doing! Keep up the amazing work you do and be proud of all you've accomplished!

OO7Goofy

Very excited for this! Kickstarter is a great way to reach a larger/different audience, and maybe bring more people this way also. The models look amazing! Please let us know before you launch, so we can be among your first backers!

OO7Goofy

Also, I love the curly-haired Amazon and the one with braids/dreads! Great detail, and nice change from straight-haired.

Artisan Guild

Thank you for your kind words Alex! Honestly every day when I get up i try to make new sculpts and improvement to make our line more exciting. That's why modular stuff, epic bosses, extra models, goals and so on. We are really happy of how this turned :)

Alex Varley

Since your Patreon launched I’ve noticed others adopt some of your ideas such as modularity, epic models every 3 Months etc. You also have excellent social media skills, presentation and the right balance in updates etc, keeping it fresh and innovative. This is why you have a massive number of Patreon very quickly. Happy to support you on your journey!

Sheldon Venter

WOW, you guys complaining about his wifes PERSONAL project, dont fucking back it if you are so tight ass about it- fuck- the amount of models is briliant and sufficient, The Quality of Artisan Guild models are bloody amazing! Im not just going to say nothing, because you pay Sooo soo little for what you actually get and you are acting like dicks. Moutet Pierre you sir as an asshole. I have my opinion, and a guy complaining like this pisses me off to no end. and one more thing, YOU dont speak for all us patreons, you speak for yourself. Im ready for the kickstarter, and will be supporting it from day one.

Gary Messick

Looks great! I can't wait to see what else the KS has. I foresee a very successful kickstarter!

Steve Howland

She is amazing, these models look awesome. I will be backing this project, when you figure out a timeframe for launching it please let us know. I budget my hobbies so I will set aside money that month to support her and her awesome project. Thank you both for sharing your talents with the 3d printing community, I really enjoy backing your patreon and I will be happy to support projects like this and spread the word of your hard work.

Michael Fairley

Love these. Hope to see some creatures they faught. Minotaurs and the like!

demonwombatofdoom

I loved that both of you have the same career paths and passion. Both can work from home and spend so much time creating awesome Miniature files for us. And I think anyone complaining about around $1 or $2 for each detailed design will never be happy no matter how many you produce. Both of you keep up the good work !

Moutet Pierre

I'll stop answering, as I expressed my personal opinion pretty thoroughly and stand by it. I don’t think adding anything will be much beneficial. I feel sorry if I offended some people by voicing my concern. I never intended to make personal attack or insult anyone. Which cannot be said from everyone in this thread.

Arcanacast

Well, you definitely are agreeing to a very specific list of models. You knew what you were getting a month before you got it, and you let the payment go through. Cast n Play is amazing, im with them too, but theyre half as nice as AG sculpts.

Michael Vaughan

Now, you can't please everyone, but with kids at my table I try to be careful with body image issues. If I could suggest a stretch goal? More clothing/more realistic body image? Like I said, you can't please everyone, but I love these models and would love to see some hopefully small tweaks to bring them to my table.

Darren Berg

I will be backing day one. Thank you so much for everything you both do for this community.

Axel H

Honestly, cant you see if you can get those amazons (And the rest of the army/horde) casted? So that those that want ranked regiments dont need to spend hundreds of hours printing? And the many miniature players can get a chance for an army too? Doing it via KS means that you need to get them casted and distributed "just" once..

Tim Evinger

Well so much for not kickstarting anything else for awhile. These need to get on my table!

TabletopTerrainUK

I spend about $250 a month on various licenses for Patreon for various reasons. This is inflated because a lot are commercial, but a lot aren't. I support the creators I think are worthwhile supporting even if they aren't generating me income. You may not see the value in the quantity you are getting, but look at the quality. AG provide some of the best models out there, to the point where a lot of other creators are looking at replicating their ideas (see modular components as the biggest example). If you want bulk, sub to Ill Gotten Games, they have a tiny monthly fee that grants access to EVERYTHING they have ever created, they're fantastic for when you want quick and dirty proxies, but the quality is significantly lower in terms of sculpt. Like others, I support C&P because of the volume, their quality is great too, but it's hard to see how you can compare any of the Patreon creators really, each has a unique style and a unique offering. That's what makes it so hard to choose who to follow and who not!

Ryan Foley

Tell us when we can throw money at this! They look amazing!

Dustin McKnight

Happy to support! Keep pushing out content, and I'll keep buying it! (Especially anything barbarian themed, Conan is my favorite movie!)

Jeremy

Those sculpts look outstanding, and I love the theme. I will be backing this. Thanks for all the great work you do!!!

Matt Dyson

Can't wait to see these. Make sure you link the KS here.

Ray Green

I'm in, they look amazing.

Francky Il Pazzo

finally... i was waiting for a long time that sexy female dwarf berzerker!!!

D W

These look stunning! any thoughts of doing modular weapons on them? Even bare hands or american football props are popular. The models could double as a bloodbowl team, and that's always a popular bet on kickstarter

BT

I'm 100% going to throw money at this to expand my Mythic Greece miniature base (I fully backed Mythic Battles and need MOAR!!!!) Is there going to be male warrior types as well? Spartans, hoplites and the like... cos I know more than just me interested in expanding their base of these models.

Artisan Guild

It's going to be a female focused KS probably :)

Valas

These look fantastic. My only thought is "I'd love *more* of them, maybe additional poses of the same sculpts would be the best low-hanging fruit", but that's how I feel about all your stuff. You guys do great work.

Khelthros

It's a safe bet I'll be throwing money at it. You guys do amazing work!

Chris

As soon as it's live let me know. I'll definitely support you guys! You go above and beyond and are doing something you love. I'm glad to help out.

Austin

Looking forward to it!

Matt S

Look awesome. Looking forward to these.

TinkerBotX

Please allow payment with Paypal. I do not own a credit card

Joshua Hawthorn

Yeah I'm certain 90% of AG subs will back that project! Awesome models!

Jeah-Michel Duguay

I cant wait!!! I need it for elven stand-ins since you didnt make any yet

Jaque

Would love sniper and cavalry from ELVES!

The Lone Oak Studio

I know we must take a step at a time, but, after back this kickstarter (I'm always in love with these sculpts =D), I think that a high elves themed project would be gorgeous. Despite being such a common race, I don't see any good and cohesive army of high elves. If you want such thing you have to take bits and pieces from everywhere in order to make it, and being from many creators, they do not seem organic together... But, back to the Amazons, totally awesome project! I would probably back It anyway, but a discount for patreons would surely help me convince my wife...

Michael Brown

Please post on your patreon when this goes live. I love these models (gonna use them for wood elves most likely). I will be backing this KS. As for the discussion about your work vs other patreons I’d like to add this. No other patreon is at you guys level. I have backed you since the dwarves, and every single month I am amazed by your work, even on models I thought I had no interest in (depth ones) you made me fall in love with the models and made me excited to work them into my games. Cast n play (who I also support) may put out more figures, but it is a higher price ($12 for me) and I’m not nearly as excited about everything they put out. I’m really looking forward to these humans next month, and the amazons KS. Keep doing what you are doing because there is plenty of us that love it!

Artisan Guild (edited)

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2026-11-14 07:00 thanks for your kind words, it really means a lot for us! <3
2019-09-10 13:45 thanks for your kind words, it really means a lot for us! <3

thanks for your kind words, it really means a lot for us! <3