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3D PRINTING DOCTOR WHO

Below are some of the most frequently asked questions I see posted on Facebook and Instagram, divided up by general category. Chances are, if you have a question about the project, how we allow our designs to be used, what you need to do to print them, or how to design figures of your own, it's answered below.
If not, feel free to reach out at either of the links above, and I'll do my best to provide an answer.

About The Project

Who are you?
What sort of things do you 3D print?
What are the rules of the project?
Do you ever sell your work?
Do you take commissions/requests?
Why don't you make a....
How do you pick what figure to work on next?
What is the difference between a finished and beta figure?
How many times do you have to print a figure until it comes out right?
I like what you're doing. Do you have a Patreon page or something?
I have a 3D model that I designed. Can I share it on your site or have you turn it into an action figure?
I have an original costume/prop or highly accurate reproduction. Is there a way to scan this and turn it into a figure?

 

Usage & Copyright

Are the designs on this website copyrighted?
Can I sell figures/props based off these designs?
Is it okay if I print figures for my friends? Can I ask for money to cover materials/shipping?
What about printing for raffle prizes, charity auctions, etc?
Can I organize a "Group Buy" where a bunch of us pool our money and create a small commercially printed run of your figures?
Can I modify your designs to create custom figures of my own?
Can I use your models in my fan film, missing episode reconstruction, comic book, youtube video, puppet show, etc?
I run a home printing business, and somebody wants me to print a figure for them. Can I do it and still charge them?
I run a home custom figure/model making business. can I charge money for printing/painting/customizing one of your figures?
Why do you care so much if I sell figures based off your designs?

 

General 3D Printing Questions

How do you print using a 3D printer (in general)?
What are the differences between filament and resin printers? Which is better?
Are there ways to have items printed if I don't own a 3D printer?
How expensive is it to use a 3D printing service?
How do I navigate using a 3D printing service?
My 3D printing service says I need to [Blank] the figure before they can print it. How do I do that?
I'm thinking of buying a 3D printer. What models do you recommend?
What specs should I look for in a filament printer?
What specs should I look for in a resin printer?
Are filament printers safe?

Are resin printers safe?

Is it possible to print these figures and props in a different scale?

PLA Printing

How do I print this stuff with a filament printer? (the basics)
What tools or add-ons do I need to improve my printing experience?
What brands of filament do you recommend?
What other tips will give me better print results?
My prints are failing, how do I correct this?

SLA Printing

How do I print this stuff with a resin printer? (the basics)
How do I set up my dedicated print area and wash/cure station?
What tools or add-ons do I need to improve my printing experience?
What brands of resin do you recommend?
What other tips will give me better print results?
My prints are failing, how do I correct this?

Painting & Assembly

What do I do with the pieces once I take them off the printer?
What tools do I need to improve my post-printing experience?
What tools do I need to improve my painting experience?
Should I paint with acrylic or enamel?

What brands of paint do you recommend?

What other painting and assembly tips do you have?

3D Modeling and Design

What software do you use to make these figures?
What other tools do you use to make these figures?
How does 3D scanning work, and can it be used to create figures?
How does Photogrammetry work, and can it be used to create figures?
How can I learn to design my own figures?
I've decided to make a [Blank] figure. Where do I begin?
What techniques will save me time?

How do I add articulation?
I'm stuck. Can you help?

 

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