Blacksmithing: The changing colors of forging steel epicfantasy 2026-09-18 | Blacksmithing: The changing colors of forging steel
Upon finding one statue in Renaissance Florence epicfantasy 2023-09-18 | Humanity is a tapestry of people. Each doing his or her part in a contribution to the whole. When we think of the Renaissance we think of the greats like Michelangelo, DaVinci, and Galileo. But it took many people to make the Renaissance happen. Some even gave their lives for it. More about Giovanni on this wikipedia page:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giovanni_delle_Bande_NereJoin in my Patreon and follow along in my European adventure here:patreon.com/epicfantasyMy sword making tutorial is here:youtu.be/Ne7W8UPdOroMake a simple forge right here:youtu.be/Oe0kHVBiKok
A Visit inside the Vatican Museum in Rome - With four insights epicfantasy 2023-09-05 | On my pilgrimage in Europe I spent the first three days in Rome. And of course I visited the Vatican Museum which includes the Sistine chapel.In this video I show you lots of pictures and talk about some revealing insights I had during my visit there.All of these pictures and many more of Rome and the Vatican will be made available to you in an upcoming post. Interesting though, we venture into the Sistine Chapel in this video but they don't allow any pictures of vids in there so I had to get some from Wikipedia. You will see. Thank you for your kind support!-WillAlmost all the pics are mine. Except these: Credits:commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sistina-interno.jpgThe original uploader was Snowdog at Italian Wikipedia., CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsThe creation of Adam image is public domain:upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/ac/Creaci%C3%B3n_de_Ad%C3%A1m.jpgThe Bramante Staircase: commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Vatican_Museums_Spiral_Staircase_2012.jpg© User:Colin / Wikimedia Commons en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creative_CommonsRaphael tapestries in the sistine chapel: commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sistina_con_arazzi.jpgResurrection of Christupload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/32/Hendrick_van_den_Broeck_-_Resurrecci%C3%B3n_de_Cristo_%28Capilla_Sixtina%2C_Roma%2C_1572-85%29.jpgHendrick van den Broeck, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsThe last Judgmentcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Last_Judgement_(Michelangelo).jpgMichelangelo, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsMusical excerpt is public domain:Bruno Walter; Franz Schubert; Ludwig van Beethoven; The New York Philharmonic Orchestra; Columbia Symphony OrchestraSymphony No. 5 In C Minor, Op. 67: III - Scherzo: Allegro; IV - Finale: Allegroarchive.org/details/lp_unfinished-symphony-fifth-symphony_bruno-walter-franz-schubert-ludwig-van-bee
Will Chases Bernini around Rome epicfantasy 2023-08-22 | You probably have heard of DaVinci, Michelangelo and Galileo. But have you heard of Bernini? He was another one of those Geniuses that left an indelible mark on Italy and in particular Rome. He was the genesis of Baroque architecture and sculpture. In this video Will travels around Rome and we look at some of Bernini's work. #bernini #rome #will #travel
Ten Weeks in Europe and a 500 mile Walk epicfantasy 2023-08-17 | I recently returned from a profoundly beautiful (and brutal) trip to Europe. I spent ten weeks there and visited Italy, France, and Spain. I did all the usual tourist stuff including Rome, Florence, Carcasonne, Bayonne, Lourdes and more. I also walked a 500 mile pilgrimage right across the whole country of Spain. That pilgrimage is called "The Camino Frances". In this video I tell you a little bit about it, show you some pictures and some video footage. If you would like to follow along in the adventure as I post videos and pictures sign up on my patreon page here: patreon.com/epicfantasy
I am a Pilgrim epicfantasy 2023-05-01 | I have been hand-building a website for over 20 years now. Visit it at:stormthecastle.com I will be walking the way of Saint James soon.Want to follow along on my pilgrimage?You can do it through Patreon here:patreon.com/epicfantasyMusic: Where we go by Michael Schullerfreemusicarchive.org/music/michael-schullerhttps://linktr.ee/michaelschullermusiccreativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0#pilgrimage #knightstemplar #caminodesantiago
Make the Highlander Kurgan Sword - With activating spikes epicfantasy 2023-04-27 | * The template for this sword is now available on my website right here:stormthecastle.com/how-to-make-a/make-the-highlander-kurgan-sword.htmThis is a fun foamboard sword project with a little bit of an extra zing to it. I show you the process for designing out a sword with some kind of action mechanism in it. Learn how to design your own swords and other items for cosplay, costumes and more. For thousands of projects in all kind of subject including blacksmithing, knifemaking, armor, weapons, medieval things, paper castles, and so much more visit my website here:stormthecastle.comSupport me on Patreon here:patreon.com/epicfantasy#highlander #kurgan #cardboardsword
Sense of Wonder epicfantasy 2023-04-24 | Visit my website at:stormthecastle.comSupport me on Patreon at:patreon.com/epicfantasy
Carve a Pilgrimage Scallop Shell for the Camino de Santiago epicfantasy 2023-04-20 | For more than a thousand years pilgrims have been walking the way of saint James in Spain. And as proof of their pilgrimage they displayed a scallop shell on their packs. I am going on this pilgrimage and rather than buying a scallop shell I thought it would be unique and different to carve a shell. In this video I talk about the wonderful history of the pilgrimage and the scallop shell and I show you how to carve one out of wood.Buen Camino!Support Will and follow along on patreon here:patreon.com/epicfantasyFollow my pilgrimage on my website here:stormthecastle.com/wills-pilgrimage-to-spain.htm#caminodesantiago #pilgrimage #pilgrimscallopshell
Make the Highlander Conor McLeod Broadsword - Its wicked cool! epicfantasy 2023-03-28 | This is a tutorial that shows you step-by-step how to make the Highlander Conor McLeod Broadsword out of foamboard; very cheaply and easily with just a few materials. ***The template for this project is on my website here:stormthecastle.com/how-to-make-a/make-the-highlander-mcleod-sword.htm-Two sheets of 20x30 foamboard (that's the standard size)-Paint and paintbrush-hobby knife to cut the foamboard-pencil and markerIn this video I recommend Elmer's foamboard. You can get it on amazon through this affiliate link here:amzn.to/3zaSbi7(But it is expensive on amazon. You can get it at Walmart a lot cheaper.)Regular foamboard sheets are a dollar each at Walmart. The Elmer's foamboard is about four dollars a sheet at Walmart. Affiliate links:I use and recommend this x-acto knife:http://amzn.to/2qeh4U8My hot glue gun:http://amzn.to/2g7WkZm#highlander #cardboardsword #foamboard
DaVinci solved the woes of todays world 500 years ago epicfantasy 2023-03-21 | We are living in challenging times. Leonardo DaVinci knew the answer to these challenges over 500 years ago. I show you his solution in this unique little cardboard machine. And..... this is a storytelling project. You can make one just like this and tell a story yourself. Let's Make something and unleash your creativity. Visit my website at:stormthecastle.comSupport Will through patreon:patreon.com/epicfantasyMusic credit public domain under the creative commons license:commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Fr%C3%A9d%C3%A9ric_Chopin_-_Nocturne_in_B-flat_minor,_Op._9,_No._1.oggCreative commons licensefor the music:creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.enLearn more about the DaVinci painting here:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salvator_Mundi_(Leonardo)#leonardodavinci #salvatormundi
24 miles in two days - and two insights epicfantasy 2023-03-18 | I have two insights for you when it comes to challenges and journeys in your life. This is inspired by the last two days where I have walked 12 miles each day in preparation for an upcoming pilgrimage across three countries in Europe.The actual pilgrimage will be on the Way of Saint James in Spain. It is a 500 mile walk. The mental aspect of big adventure is just as important as the physical aspect. Want more? Want special insights, videos and more from Will?Consider joining his Patreon family here:patreon.com/epicfantasyVisit Will's website here:stormthecastle.comSupport Will without any cost to you by using this affiliate link to shop on Amazon: amzn.to/3JshzV9Credits:The introduction video is a compilation I have put together. The music is a Bach cello piece from Wikimedia commons here:commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Bach_-_Cello_Suite_no._1_in_G_major,_BWV_1007_-_I._Pr%C3%A9lude,_Lud_and_Schlatts_Musical_Emporium.oggattribution: Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/Funded ByLudwig ► youtube.com/c/LudwigahgrenSchlatt ► youtube.com/c/jschlattLIVE, CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsThe video imagery in the introduction is public domain and courtesy of the NASA video gallery:nasa.gov/multimedia/videogallery/index.htmlThe various pictures in this video are taken by Will walking around his home city.#fallriver #thecamino #walking
Lets share a Fish & Chips with the seagulls - Its Wicked cool epicfantasy 2023-03-03 | I am training for an upcoming pilgrimage in Europe. This means I am doing a whole lot of walking in my home city. I stop in various places for you to get a peek. In this episode I get myself a good old fashioned New England style Fish and Chips. And, share it with the seagulls. Of all the things I love, the starry night sky is top of the list ... but a good fish and chips is definitely a close second :)Higson Seafood address:917 South Main streetFall River, MALearn more about my upcoming pilgrimage:stormthecastle.com/wills-pilgrimage-to-spain.htmLots of special stuff including secret videos are available to my patrons:patreon.com/epicfantasyYou can support me financially without spending a penny. Simply shop on amazon through my affiliate link here. I get asmall percentage of the sales and it cost you nothing extra:amzn.to/3ENYI5zLearn more about my city and it's stories on my website here:stormthecastle.com/travel/fall-river.htm
Valheim and the Great Wave - 200 year old art combined with a modern video game epicfantasy 2023-02-28 | This is a fun and creative paper project that you can make. It uses something called "contrapunction" to combine two very different things to make something new. The two things in the project are a 200 year old Japanese woodprint entitled: The Great Wave off Kanagawa, and the Raft from the video game Valheim.It's a quirky idea and it works well! Make it! Download the pdf for this project on my website here:stormthecastle.com/Things/valheim-and-the-great-wave.htmLots more tatebanko and scene boxes right here,; including an empty scene box that you can print and make so you can create your own scenes. stormthecastle.com/Things/tatebanko.htmSupport will through these affiliate links:Shop on Amazon here: amzn.to/3maG2X8Patreon: patreon.com/epicfantasyCredits:Video game is Valheim by Iron Gate Studiosvalheimgame.comFree motion capture software used in this video:www.bandicam.comCredit The Great Wave:Katsushika Hokusai, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsBy Katsushika Hokusai - Metropolitan Museum of Art, online database: entry 45434, Public Domain, commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2798407Picture:Will at Shuri castle in Japan#valheim #project #paperproject
Visit to an old fashioned candy store - Its Wicked Cool epicfantasy 2023-02-25 | Remember those candy stores from childhood? They have fallen away and there aren't too many of them left. Big business has pushed them out. But there are still a few around. In this video I visit one and I take a look at some of those old candies that are still around.The Candy and Nut center is located in Fall River in the Tower Mill at 657 Quarry street. Their hours of operation are 11-2 Wed thru Sat.Support Will through the patreon program where you get an enormous amount of confidential and secret stuff including vids, his books and more. patreon.com/epicfantasy
Stop a derailment -the game - Its Wicked Cool epicfantasy 2023-02-23 | Creative game with cardboard and simple materials. You be the hero and protect the train from getting derailed.My thoughts and prayers are truly with the people who are undergoing a terrible ordeal. I have been to Ohio and I love it very much. The second half of this video is footage of me in Ohio. Support Will on Patreon here:patreon.com/epicfantasyMore creative projects and a world full of interesting stuff on Will's website:stormthecastle.com
Hartleys Pork Pies - Wicked cool epicfantasy 2023-02-20 | This is a beautiful and unique food that they have been making for 123 years! I have been walking the whole city six days a week in training for my upcoming pilgrimage in Europe. And , I had to stop in and get a couple of the delicious and amazing Hartley's Pork Pies.Want to learn more about my home city? It has an interesting history and a lot of interesting buildings. Check it out on my website here:stormthecastle.com/travel/fall-river.htmSupport Me on Patreon here:patreon.com/epicfantasy#fallriverma #porkpie #fallriver
Take down the Octagonal UFO - Its Wicked Cool epicfantasy 2023-02-18 | Okay, Fun and creative little project that has some unique cardboard building techniques. This is a two player game. One Player operates the UFO and a second player operates the catapult! I introduce two interesting and clever techniques in this video that will help you make great cardboard pulley systems. Consider subscribing to my channel. And hit the bell button so you can be notified when I post a new video. #game #cardboardcraft #creativity Support Will on Patreon Here:patreon.com/epicfantasyVIsit my website for more creative projects (Thousands) stormthecastle.com
The Waffle House Chair Toss Game - Wicked Cool epicfantasy 2023-02-12 | Just a fun little project based on a current event that went viral. It was about a waffle house employee who blocked a chair that was thrown at her - like a boss! No mean spirited stuff here. Just a bit of lighthearted fun. I never heard of the Waffle house. They don't have them where I live. But as a traveled around America I started seeing them. Eventually I stopped in to give it a try. I like the Waffle House. I have some footage of it here in this video. The real point is to be creative with this amazing thing we all have access to -cardboard!! Lots of cardboard projects on my Youtube channel here. And on my website here:stormthecastle.com/cardboard-projects.htmWill humbly asks if you would support him through patreon. More about it here: stormthecastle.com/support.htm#cardboard #wafflehouse #creativity
Make the Spy Balloon Catapult - Wicked Cool epicfantasy 2023-02-08 | This is the spy balloon catapult. You can make it out of cardboard real fast!And you need very little materials.It's a fun project with unlimited creative potential. Design some games with it. Have competitions, or even shoot down spy balloons with it :)The template for this project is on my website here:stormthecastle.com/catapult/make-the-spy-balloon-catapult.htmLots more catapult and siege engine projects on my website here:stormthecastle.com/catapult/index.htmSupport me on Patreon here:patreon.com/epicfantasy#catapult #letsmakesomething #cardboard
how to take out a spy balloon - Wicked Cool epicfantasy 2023-02-04 | You don't need any fancy equipment. A good old fashioned catapult will do just fine. stormthecastle.com#catapult #spyballoon
dreaming of a big adventure? epicfantasy 2023-01-28 | This video will inspire you to take go after a big adventure.And if you want a big adventure but are not sure about what that would beI have some advice for you there too!Support me on Patreon, follow along on this next big adventure in Europe:patreon.com/epicfantasyWant to learn more about my trip around America?On my website right here:stormthecastle.com/medieval-america/index.htmChapters:00:00 Introduction01:46 My big upcoming adventure03:14 An adventure that took me 40 years to complete09:15 recognizing positive feedback11:03 interrupting negative thinking patterns13:05 What if you don't know what the big adventure is?#adventure #travel #inspiration
First day with a backpack and two psychological observations epicfantasy 2023-01-19 | I am training for a pilgrimage to Europe -Three countries and a 500 mile walk in Spain. Yesterday I donned my backpack for the first time.I have some interesting observations about this for you,.Follow along in the adventure and support me on Patreon here:patreon.com/epicfantasyStories and pictures from my city:stormthecastle.com/travel/fall-river.htmMore about the upcoming adventure and pilgrimage:stormthecastle.com/wills-pilgrimage-to-spain.htmChapters:00:00 Introduction01:18 first psychological observation03:29 second psychological observation06:17 Summary and about the upcoming adventure07:15 more information and how to support Will#travel #caminodesantiago #backpacking Picture credits:Most of the pictures are mine but here are the public domain picstaken from Wikipedia:Sistine chapel credit:By The original uploader was Snowdog at Italian Wikipedia. -http://artchive.com/ftp_site.htm Transferred from it. wikipedia to Commons by Pierpao using CommonsHelper., CC BY-SA 3.0, commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=18462479The last supper credit:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Last_Supper_in_Christian_art#/media/File:%C3%9Altima_Cena_-_Da_Vinci_5.jpgLourdes:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lourdes#/media/File:Lourdes1994-1.jpgJoergsam, CC BY-SA 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Roundtrip to Rome for 80 Dollars - The adventure and pilgrimage is booked! epicfantasy 2023-01-09 | I have booked my big adventure and pilgrimage to Europe. I will be visiting three countries (Italy, France, Spain). And I will be on the trail of some exciting and interesting things including Leonardo DaVinci, Michelangelo, The Knights Templar, the Vatican, Lourdes, and More. And.... I will be doing a 500 mile walk across Spain on The Camino which is a pilgrimage that people have been walking for over 1,000 years. I talk about these things and more in this video. I forgot to mention in this video that I will also be doing some Hemingway stuff including a stop in Pamplona for the Running of the Bulls. Want more? Or want to help?Things I talk about in this video:My trip around America:stormthecastle.com/medieval-america/index.htmPictures and stories from my little city:stormthecastle.com/travel/fall-river.htmSupport Will on Patreon:patreon.com/epicfantasyWill's Amazon wish list:You can anonymously support me by buying something for me on my Amazon wish list:amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3UHMI5IZH4LP4?ref_=wl_sharepublic domain Image of St. James:commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Codex_Calixtinus.jpgWant to watch a movie about this pilgrimage? Martin Sheen and his son made a movie that takes place on the camino (affiliate link)The Way - amzn.to/3WWium9Chapters:00:00 Introduction00:53 Overview of this adventure01:43 About some of my previous adventures02:24 Italy and Rome03:00 France03:38 Spain and the Pilgrimage04:38 My training 06:12 Travel and that feeling of joy06:52 pictures of my city07:35 The concept of travel and project making08:37 Inspirational Quote09:04 Closing thoughts
7 Famous Shields you can make for cosplay, costumes, or just for fun epicfantasy 2022-11-21 | I show you a whole lot of creative techniques for making shields out of common materials including cardboard, foamboard or even a plastic sled. Make a specific shield or use my techniques to make your own shield. How to get a great metallic painted look. How to curve foamboard.. And more..Here is the playlist to all 12 of my shield making projects:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmikw45YEhFx6mYY9az3WSL5cmTf9dTOxThe seven shields in this video are:Chapters:00:01 Introduction01:45 Spartan Shield02:25 Viking Shield03:20 Zelda Hylian Shield03:54 Skyrim Dawnguard Shield05:01 Roman Scutum07:06 LOTR Elven Shield08:46 Captain America ShieldLots more stuff on my website at:stormthecastle.com#cosplay #shieldmaking #project
Make the Dragon Age Origins Grey Warden Sword epicfantasy 2022-11-15 | The Grey Wardens are an Order of warriors of exceptional ability dedicated to fighting darkspawn throughout Thedas. They are headquartered in the very place of their founding, Weisshaupt Fortress in the Anderfels, but maintain a presence in most other nations as well.Despite their small numbers, the Grey Wardens have been instrumental in defeating each Blight so far, and thus are vital to the survival of the world as a whole.This is a tutorial showing you how to make a Grey Warden sword out of foamboard and cardboard. I give you the template which makes it very easy for you to get it looking just like the one you see here in the video. Make your own Grey Warden sword and contribute to the survival of the world as a whole. The template and web tutorial are on my site here:http://www.stormthecastle.com/how-to-make-a/dragon-age-grey-warden-sword.htmThe DragonAge Helmet tutorial is on my Youtube channel right here:youtu.be/qs5glu7WAkUPonce de Leon Diorama Tutorial: youtu.be/NwXBvc-FmhUAbout my Channel:I have hundreds of videos covering all kinds of creative projects. I put out two new videos every week and if you want to stay updated you can subscribe to my channel here:http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=epicfantasyMORE weapons and armor projects In my playlist here: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL02EB38471D05DF30Earn a Certificate of ContributionIf you make this project send me a picture. I will email you a signed certificate of contribution as a thanks.The thumbnail of this video has a background of a starry night with the Milky Way. I took this picture at the Grand Canyon. I have a tutorial showing you how to take great Milky Way pictures -right here on my website: stormthecastle.com/telescopes/how-to-take-photos-of-the-milky-way.htmI have devoted the past twenty years of my life this Youtube channel and my website. I have thousands of articles, pictures, tutorials, and videos; all designed to help you make and learn. Would you consider supporting me on Patreon? patreon.com/epicfantasyAffiliate links to the products Will uses:Need foam board? Amazon has it here: http://amzn.to/2fxfwkuMy favorite Hot Glue Gun: http://amzn.to/2eKu2GGWill uses the #1 X-acto knife: http://amzn.to/2fxjDwNWill's Hot Wire Foam Cutter: http://amzn.to/2fxlhP4Silver Paint: http://amzn.to/2eBYvTUChapters:00:00 Introduction00:44 The Dragon Age Helmet01:35 Making the Foam board parts of the sword03:33 Making the cereal box cardboard parts of the sword04:35 Painting it06:06 The completed sword#dragonage #cardboardsword #dragonageorigins
Make the Dragons Dogma Sword - Great sword, great video game epicfantasy 2022-11-05 | This is a full tutorial showing you how to easily make this great looking sword from the video game Dragon's Dogma.The sword is also called "Dragons Dogma" and it is one of the most powerful swords in the game.Great game, great sword. And so easy to make. I give you the template. Print it up, cut it out, trace it onto cardboard or foamboard.Thanks for watching my video!-Will Affiliate links to the products and tools in this video:Dragons Dogma on Amazon:amzn.to/3UpElkqTen pack of Elmers foam board:amzn.to/3UagN3fThe xacto knife that Will uses:http://amzn.to/2qeh4U8The hot glue gun that Will uses:http://amzn.to/2g7WkZmFoamboard comes in different dimensions. For this project I use two sheets that are 20" x 30 inches That's the standard size that they sell in walmart and dollar stores. Consider supporting me on Patreon. Gets lots of perks including digital copies of Will's books. Get a postcard from Will. Secret videos and more. Follow along on his upcoming adventure in Europe. patreon.com/epicfantasyChapters:00:00 Introduction00:42 Printing and making the template01:54 Cutting out the parts03:29 Putting together the sword06:48 Painting it08:45 Painting on the Apple Pie crimps10:42 The finished sword11:08 End stuff, patreon, more videos for you#Dragonsdogma #cardboardsword #cosplaysword
make a paper tesseract - Its a 3 dimensional shadow epicfantasy 2022-11-01 | A tesseract is a three dimensional shadow of a four dimensional object.Yup, it's difficult to wrap your mind around but it is a mathematical thing. Aside from that it is also a great looking little paper project you can make. I give you the template with all the parts. You download it, print it up and put it together.In this video I show you how to assemble it including a clever way to use paper spacers to get that inner cube into position within the outer cube. Get the template for this project on my website here:stormthecastle.com/make-a-paper-tesseract.htmLots more (thousands) of projects on my website atstormthecastle.com Including hundreds of paper projects. I first heard about a tesseract from a book entitled "A Wrinkle in time" by Madeleine L'Engle. It's a beautiful book. Quite amazing. You can get it on amazon here: (Affiliate link) amzn.to/3DxgmZLConsider supporting me on Patreon:patreon.com/epicfantasyAmazon products in this video (Affiliate links):Index card stock paper: amzn.to/3dU2nCiWills favorite xacto knife (comfortable) http://amzn.to/2qeh4U8Tacky Glue: http://amzn.to/2tOJhWAElmers glue sticks: (I love these) amzn.to/3uni4YiBone Folder: amzn.to/3UeTO6JChapters:00:00 Introduction00:39 Tools and materials 01:39 Make the inner cube03:28 Make the outer cube06:35 Connect the two cubes together10:14 Completed tesseract and closing statement#tesseract #paperproject #papercreativity
More than a Paper Box | The creative possibilities with a simple paper box epicfantasy 2022-10-30 | In this video I am going to expand your mind and show you unlimited creative potential with something as simple as a paper box. There is a beautiful ness about a simple project that is looked at in a different way. That is what this video is all about. And I didn't even mention that a box is a perfect place for storytelling. Let's Make SomethingAll the supporting stuff, templates, lots of scene boxes are free on my website. stormthecastle.com/Things/tatebanko.htmConsider supporting me on Patreon here:patreon.com/epicfantasy#creativity #papercraft #tatebankoChapters:00:00 Introduction00:45 Japanese Tatebanko in a box01:40 Make a scene box02:06 Travel, History and Scene Boxes03:53 Van Gogh and the lost painting04:51 Biological scene box (bio-diorama)06:22 Stop Motion Animation in a box07:38 Different shapes of boxes08:10 The inverted, inside-out boxSome key concepts:Layering, lighting, travel scenes, myths and fairy tales, storytelling, biological additions, varying box shape, inversing the box.
Seven Famous Swords you can make - Foamboard or Cardboard epicfantasy 2022-10-27 | Make a sword for Halloween!I have seven swords here you can choose from. And each one has something very unique about it. I show you the sword, how it is made and what is unique about it. And, I make it so easy for you. I give you the template and full instructions. You can make one of these swords in no time at all!To make one of these swords you should watch the full tutorial. You can get the template and related materials in the video. Here are the links to the various sword tutorials:Pirate Cutlass: youtu.be/V6G9BYiL_PECross Guard Light Saber: youtu.be/u4tSjdIBf1IKnight's Templar sword: youtu.be/XfHpGlbVroAConan Atlantean Sword: youtu.be/CFpIcqfu0FASpartan Sword: youtu.be/J_NrPpv38YAExcalibur (King Arthur): youtu.be/zqp0HCKqjSAViking Sword and Helmet: youtu.be/imi9hcdho6QMore resources I talk about in this video:How to make a fake boulder: youtu.be/7aZGh2ezVKYDamascus steel Knife tutorial: youtu.be/HmNMLJIYLPwRingWraith Sword: youtu.be/doHzNxNKDrYThe Playlist with all my sword projects is right here (96 videos):youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmikw45YEhFwzqGvHGUUavb1r_N3UqpnWAffiliate links to products in this video:Elmers foam board (the best): http://amzn.to/2fejJrrWill’s Favorite Xacto Knife: amzn.to/2KZCpwFWill’s Favorite Hot Glue Gun: http://amzn.to/2g7WkZmMod Podge: http://amzn.to/2g7RcVnHelp Will Build a real castle: ✅ Support Will via Patreon: patreon.com/epicfantasy✅ Tip Jar: via PayPal to: paypal.me/supportwillSubscribe to my channel here:http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=epicfantasyChapters:00:00 Introduction03:32 Pirate Cutlass 04:04 Crossguard Light Saber05:00 Knights Templar sword05:46 Conan Sword (The Atlantean)06:57 Spartan Sword07:35 Excalibur09:49 Viking Sword10:54 Will on a dragon with a Ring Wraith sword#halloweenprops #cardboardsword #cardboardcrafts
7 Easy Halloween Projects you can make epicfantasy 2022-10-26 | Are you looking for a creative, yet easy, Halloween project to make?I have a whole bunch of them right here!! Watch the video. Many of them use cereal box cardboard and other simple materials.Let's Make something!Video Playlist of 24 Halloween projects right here on my youtube channel:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmikw45YEhFzvaaIeT9Q1CHal7GBCrMMNFor more Halloween projects visit this page on my website:stormthecastle.com/Things/halloween-projects.htmProjects in this video:Plague Mask:youtu.be/2RZcoHfAYC0Freddie Krueger Glove:youtu.be/Xwal9ZbseWoMake eyeballs:youtu.be/lBHQb-p_PKoCleaver to the head:youtu.be/qag7g8ml7moPaper Jack in the Box:youtu.be/bP8L8NZ2MzoHalloween Paper Game:youtu.be/3u-G2WqHWbcPopping trick or treat bag:youtu.be/UmzbX-XzMbcSupport Will on Patreon:patreon.com/epicfantasy#halloween #halloween2022 #halloweenprops Chapters:00:00 Introduction00:19 Make a Plague Mask01:05 Make a Freddy Krueger Glove02:23 Make fake eyeballs that look real03:31 Make a cleaver to the head04:43 Make a paper jack in the box05:48 Make a Halloween board game06:12 Make a Popping spider trick or treat bag
Blacksmithing technique: The value of switching hammers epicfantasy 2022-10-23 | A beginner blacksmith doesn't give much thought to various hammer weights and sizes. But, switching hammers can be very useful. In this video I show you how I switch to a lighter and smaller hammer to more easily do detail and fine work.More blacksmithing stuff on my website here:stormthecastle.com/blacksmithing/index.htm✅ Get Will's Blacksmithing book on Amazon through this affiliate link:amzn.to/3xrc6Zv (Blacksmithing for Beginners)✅ And his Knifemaking book on Amazon here: amzn.to/3S0TQOL(Knifemaking Alchemy)#blacksmithing #blacksmithing
Dont Plant pumpkins in a Cemetery! - Halloween paper project you can make epicfantasy 2022-10-21 | This is a fun little paper project for Halloween. It showswhat happens when you plant pumpkins in a cemetery.You end up with some very suspicious looking pumpkins.I give you just about everything you need for this project. Download and print up the templates on my website right here:stormthecastle.com/pumpkin-head-halloween-paper-project.htmWant more creative paper projects? Check out my playlist of videos right here:youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3EC6492593982996I have been making videos here on Youtube for 16 years!Consider supporting me!Patreon: - patreon.com/epicfantasyBuy me a coffee : - buymeacoffee.com/willkalifRPayPal donate: - paypal.com/supportwillProduct suggestions from this video (Affiliate links)Bone Folder: amzn.to/3N6uoGlPurple Elmers glue stick: amzn.to/3uni4YiThick paper card stock I use: amzn.to/3dU2nCi #paperproject#Halloween#papercraftChapters in this video: 00:00 Introduction01:03 Make the basic blank pumpkin04:00 Make the colored 3d pumpkin07:17 More paper projects you can makeI posted in the community tab two different thumbnails for this video. Thanks to everyone who voted! This thumbnail with the video is the one that won!!
16 Years on Youtube - Its been an exploration of. . . epicfantasy 2022-10-15 | Wow, the past 16 years have gone by fast. With a thousand videos and ten thousand web pages it has been an adventure for me. This channel has actually not been about what you think. It has been about something totally different but totally important. Been following Me? Want to support me?You can do it through Patreon.You get an enormous number of gifts including 10,000 pictures of my trip around America. The Unique Marginalia castle project, My latest Knifemaking book in PDF and much more.You will be able to follow along with me on my next adventure in Europe as I follow on the trail of DaVinci and Michaelangelo; and then I walk a 500 mile Pilgrimage in Spain.Here:patreon.com/epicfantasyChapters:00:00 Introduction05:11 Pushing Boundaries and Dragon Slaying08:19 Story, adventure, and Video as a creative medium10:21 Creativity with simple materials, paper as an example14:15 Seeing things sideways16:03 In closing - an animation#creativity #videocreator
Easy Blacksmithing: How to Upset Metal - Its very useful and a skill every smith knows epicfantasy 2022-10-14 | I show you two very useful, and clever, techniques for blacksmithing: How to upset metal and how to quench in a different way. Quenching can be done in a localized way that helps you work on steel. Beginner blacksmith? Or thinking about getting into blacksmithing? This video will show you two very important and useful techniques. Will's Blacksmithing Book for beginners:amzn.to/3UziEPH (Affiliate link)Will's Knifemaking book:amzn.to/3DMWtjf (affiliate link)For an amazing array of blacksmithing stuff including tutorials, materials, articles, essays, history and even poems visit my website here:http://www.stormthecastle.com/blacksmithing/index.htmBeen following Me? Want to support me?You can do it through Patreon.You get an enormous number of gifts including 10,000 pictures of my trip around America. The Unique Marginalia castle project, My latest Knifemaking book in PDF and much more.You will be able to follow along with me on my next adventure in Europe as I follow on the trail of DaVinci and Michaelangelo; and then I walk a 500 mile Pilgrimage in Spain.Here:patreon.com/epicfantasy#blacksmith #blacksmithing
Get started with some blacksmithing - cheap! epicfantasy 2022-10-08 | You can get yourself started in some blacksmithingwithout spending much money. And possibly without spending any!I show you how in this video. You just need four things to get started.Links to the products and more are on my website right here:http://www.stormthecastle.com/blacksmithing/how-to-cheaply-get-started-with-some-blacksmithing.htmChapters:00:00 Introduction01:20 Find a blacksmith or class02:12 Google Map searching for a local class or resource03:53 The four things to get for your own blacksmithing✅ Get Will's Blacksmithing book on Amazon through this affiliate link:amzn.to/3xrc6Zv (Blacksmithing for Beginners)✅ And his Knifemaking book on Amazon here: amzn.to/3S0TQOL(Knifemaking Alchemy)I have a playlist with all my blacksmithing videos here:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCCD55E4C74BB2C88Been following Me? Want to support me?You can do it through Patreon.You get an enormous number of gifts including 10,000 pictures of my trip around America. The Unique Marginalia castle project, My latest Knifemaking book in PDF and much more.You will be able to follow along with me on my next adventure in Europe as I follow on the trail of DaVinci and Michaelangelo; and then I walk a 500 mile Pilgrimage in Spain.Here:patreon.com/epicfantasy#blacksmith #blacksmithing #forge
Rockem Sockem Medieval Knights | Made with Cardboard! epicfantasy 2022-10-05 | The template for this project will be posted soon to my website right here:stormthecastle.com/rockem-sockem-medieval-knights.htmWant to learn more about Will's Pilgrimage to Spain and the Santiago de Compostela? Check it out on his website here:http://www.stormthecastle.com/wills-pilgrimage-to-spain.htm00:00 Introduction01:03 The three major functions of the project02:54 How I got the idea for the project04:36 A look at building it and the moving parts06:32 How the arm works07:22 How the shield works08:03 How to support me on PatreonI need your help. Consider supporting me on Patreon. Thanks - WillBeen following Me? Want to support me?You can do it through Patreon.You get an enormous number of gifts including 10,000 pictures of my trip around America. The Unique Marginalia castle project, My latest Knifemaking book in PDF and much more.You will be able to follow along with me on my next adventure in Europe as I follow on the trail of DaVinci and Michaelangelo; and then I walk a 500 mile Pilgrimage in Spain.Here:patreon.com/epicfantasyBuy Will a cup of coffee here:buymeacoffee.com/willkalifRDonate through paypal here:paypal.com/supportwillRockem sockem robots picture credit:Lorie Shaull, commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Rock_%27em_Sock_%27em_Robots_Game.jpgAnd is free for use under the creative commons license:creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.en#creativity #cardboard #game
Walking 1,000 miles so I can walk 500 miles? epicfantasy 2022-10-03 | I have a few things for you in this video.0:00 introduction1:11 Rockem Sockem Knights1:53 Walking 1,000 miles so I can walk 500 Miles!5:21 Injury Update6:04 Analyzing and adapting to situations8:34 Thank you to my new patrons9:06 Perks through PatreonThe green screen video in the background comes froma variety of my videos including my Friday Fish and Chips Videos,and my Medieval America videos. Visit my website here. I have thousands ofprojects, ideas, tutorials and more covering a wide variety of subjects:http://www.stormthecastle.comLearn more about my upcoming pilgrimage:http://stormthecastle.com/wills-pilgrimage-to-spain.htmBeen following Me? Want to support me?You can do it through Patreon.You get an enormous number of gifts including 10,000 pictures of my trip around America. The Unique Marginalia castle project, My latest Knifemaking book in PDF and much more.You will be able to follow along with me on my next adventure in Europe as I follow on the trail of DaVinci and Michaelangelo; and then I walk a 500 mile Pilgrimage in Spain.Here:patreon.com/epicfantasySUPPORT:patreon.com/epicfantasybuymeacoffee.com/willkalifRpaypal.com/supportwill#travel #spain #caminodesantiago
Will took a Digguh! epicfantasy 2022-09-29 | Well, I have been training for my 500 mile pilgrimage in Spain. And it was bound to happen.... I took a pretty good diggah! (Digger). Wondering what that is? Watch the video and find out how to interpret my New England slang.Okay!Want to adventure along with me? Join me on Patreon! My patrons got a free book today (knifemaking alchemy). And tomorrow they get an episode of my Friday Fish and Chips. Been following Me? Want to support me?You can do it through Patreon.You get an enormous number of gifts including 10,000 pictures of my trip around America. The Unique Marginalia castle project, My latest Knifemaking book in PDF and much more.You will be able to follow along with me on my next adventure in Europe as I follow on the trail of DaVinci and Michaelangelo; and then I walk a 500 mile Pilgrimage in Spain.Here:patreon.com/epicfantasyPatreon:patreon.com/epicfantasyBuy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/willkalifRDonate with PayPal:paypal.com/supportwillLearn more about my upcoming Pilgrimage on my website here:http://www.stormthecastle.com/wills-pilgrimage-to-spain.htm#walking #tripping #falldown
500 Mile Hike with no Tent and no Sleeping Bag | Walk and Contemplate epicfantasy 2022-09-27 | It surprised me too. But the Camino is a spiritual and religious pilgrimage through Spain that has no use for a tent or a sleeping bag. Commonly called "The Camino" it has been walked by Pilgrims for over 1,000 years. And all along the way are places called "Alberques". These are inns for travelers. They are where pilgrims stay, eat, sleep and meet with other pilgrims. And just about all of the land walked is privately owned. These owners don't want you pitching tents!So, this hike/walk is not like a typical hike in the US with forests, camping, mountains, campfires and all those things. It is different. In my opinion this frees up the pilgrim to walk and contemplate. Been following Me? Want to support me?You can do it through Patreon.You get an enormous number of gifts including 10,000 pictures of my trip around America. The Unique Marginalia castle project, My latest Knifemaking book in PDF and much more.You will be able to follow along with me on my next adventure in Europe as I follow on the trail of DaVinci and Michaelangelo; and then I walk a 500 mile Pilgrimage in Spain.Here:patreon.com/epicfantasyLearn more about my pilgrimage on my website here:http://stormthecastle.com/wills-pilgrimage-to-spain.htmBuy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/willkalifRGet Will's Knifemaking Book: (Knifemaking Alchemy) through this Amazon affiliate link:amzn.to/3dO8331*********************Image Credits:Camino routes map:marlycamino.comcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Catedral_de_Santiago_de_Compostela_agosto_2018.jpgstephenD, CC BY-SA 4.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsAlbergue de peregrinos San Nicolás de Flüe.jpg:commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Pacopaccommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Albergue_de_peregrinos_San_Nicol%C3%A1s_de_Fl%C3%BCe.jpgDutch Pilgrim:commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Teniers,_David_the_younger_-_Female_Pilgrim_-_Google_Art_Project.jpg
Join Will on Patreon for an Adventure and Pilgrimage in Europe epicfantasy 2022-09-26 | Next spring I am going on a 500 mile pilgrimage (walk) in Spain. It is called "The Camino". I am also going to visit Italy and France. And the whole adventure will end with the running of the bulls in Pamplona. You can follow along in the adventure through Patreon.More about the adventure on my website here: http://stormthecastle.com/wills-pilgrimage-to-spain.htmBeen following Me? Want to support me?You can do it through Patreon.You get an enormous number of gifts including 10,000 pictures of my trip around America. The Unique Marginalia castle project, My latest Knifemaking book in PDF and much more.You will be able to follow along with me on my next adventure in Europe as I follow on the trail of DaVinci and Michaelangelo; and then I walk a 500 mile Pilgrimage in Spain.Here:patreon.com/epicfantasyYou can support Will in a variety of ways:Buy me a coffee (make a quick donation): buymeacoffee.com/willkalifRPayPal donate: paypal.com/supportwillPhoto Credits:Sistine Chapel: Public domaincommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sistina-interno.jpgcreativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.enThe creation of Adam:Michelangelo, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commonsen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sistine_Chapel#/media/File:Creaci%C3%B3n_de_Ad%C3%A1m.jpgcreativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.enThe Last Supper:Leonardo da Vinci, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commonscommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_Last_Supper_-_Leonardo_Da_Vinci_-_High_Resolution_32x16.jpgen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creative_CommonsLeaning Tower of Pisa:Photo: Arne Müseler / arne-mueseler.com / CC-BY-SA-3.0 (linked to: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/de/deed.de)#epicfantasy #stormthecastle.com #patreon
Rockem Sockem Knights Part3 epicfantasy 2022-09-24 | In this video we develop the rockem sockem knight even further. This version functions. I have a working sword arm and a working shield. Rubber bands and string!Don't forget to subscribe. And hit the bell button so you can be notified when I post a new video. Support me on Patreon here:patreon.com/epicfantasyThousands of creative projects on my website:http://www.stormthecastle.com#cardboard #artsandcrafts #project
An Army of Misfit Cardboard Knights epicfantasy 2022-09-22 | I continue to experiment with the idea of making a rock em sock em robots. But instead of robots they are knights, and made out of cardboard. Here are some of the things I have done and learned. My book "Knifemaking Alchemy" Is available on Amazon through this affiliate link: amzn.to/3xMOIWxSupport Will here:http://stormthecastle.com/wills-pilgrimage-to-spain.htm#project #cardboard #cardboardcrafts
Well, this cardboard project didnt turn out as expected epicfantasy 2022-09-14 | The inspiration for this project came from a medieval marginalia drawing that I stumbled upon while making a paper castle. The project didn't turn outas I expected. You can see it and learn more about the inspiration in this video. And... I will work on it some more by doing a version 2. That should be much improved!Interested in purchasing the Marginalia Castle project? Learn more here:http://www.stormthecastle.com/paper-castle/the-marginalia-castle.htmWant to learn more about Will's Pilgrimage to Spain and the Santiago de Compostela?Check it out on his website here:http://www.stormthecastle.com/wills-pilgrimage-to-spain.htmSupport Will on Patreon here:patreon.com/epicfantasyBuy Will a cup of coffee here:buymeacoffee.com/willkalifRRockem sockem robots picture credit:Lorie Shaull, commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Rock_%27em_Sock_%27em_Robots_Game.jpgAnd is free for use under the creative commons license:creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.en#cardboard #fail #project
Amazing what you can make with just cardboard and glue epicfantasy 2022-09-08 | This castle is made of only two things: Cardboard and Glue. That's it!How did I get the unique roofs and other decorations/styles. I show you a couple of clever techniques when it comes to cardboard. Get creative! cardboard is brilliant! What can you make with it?Note though that this castle isn't done yet. More coming including lights!#cardboard #cardboardcastle #cardboardcrafts
Will Live: Working on cardboard projects for upcoming book epicfantasy 2021-07-05 | Just showing you a bit about the cardboard box projects
A visit to Meteor Crater in Arizona | 50,000 years ago epicfantasy 2021-04-13 | A couple of videos back we caught a glimpse of a meteor streaking through the Arizona sky while I was driving in my car. It made me think about the visit I had to the famous Meteor Crater which is right there in Arizona. So, I put together this video for you.Interesting tourist spot which has a visitor center, lots of information and tours of the crater. The site is located about 40 miles east of Flagstaff Arizona. Want more travel Videos? Check out my youtube playlist here:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmikw45YEhFxWM-p2dSQUXnsKTwrDOTCBAbout my Channel:I have over 1,000 videos covering all kinds of creative projects. I put out two new videos every week and if you want to stay updated you can subscribe to my channel here:http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=epicfantasyI have lots more about my travel adventures around the world on my website here: http://www.stormthecastle.com/travel/index.htm⚫ Tip Jar: via PayPal to: paypal.me/supportwillIf you would like to support this channel, it would be GREATLY appreciated. ⚫ Learn more about becoming a patron on my patreon page here. Find out what my goals are and how you can help:patreon.com/epicfantasy#travel #arizona #meteorcrater
A look at my new Miniature Blacksmithing Forge | I love it epicfantasy 2021-04-09 | In this video I show you the new mini forge that I bought. I got it on amazon for 150 and I really like it. I just clamped it to the anvil and got it going easily. In the video I make miniature swords out of duplex nails. These are gifts for my patrons. ✅ Get Will's Blacksmithing book on Amazon through this affiliate link:amzn.to/3xrc6Zv (Blacksmithing for Beginners)✅ And his Knifemaking book on Amazon here: amzn.to/3S0TQOL(Knifemaking Alchemy)Videos at the end:Make a Medieval Great Helmyoutu.be/Lf4BgfFHC_UMake an amazing Karambit curved fighting knife:youtu.be/HKu242YfIBMAbout my Channel:I have hundreds of videos covering all kinds of creative projects. I put out two new videos every week and if you want to stay updated you can subscribe to my channel here:http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=epicfantasyAffiliate Links to the tools and products I use in this video:The miniature forge: amzn.to/2PGGMUbMORE:Learn more about becoming a patron on my patreon page here. Find out what my goals are and how you can help:patreon.com/epicfantasyMy playlist of blacksmithing videos is here:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCCD55E4C74BB2C88Prefer web based tutorials? Check out the massive blacksmithing section of my website:http://www.stormthecastle.com/blacksmithing/index.htmAbout my Channel:I have hundreds of videos covering all kinds of creative projects. I put out two new videos every week and if you want to stay updated you can subscribe to my channel here:http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=epicfantasyFor more fish and chips vlogs check out the playlist here:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmikw45YEhFwwTmQksipKmeNo3an6XB2Z#blacksmithing #forge
Is that a big meteor over the Arizona desert? epicfantasy 2021-04-05 | I am editing the video for Medieval America episode 44 (Arizona and the Grand Canyon) and I spotted this in one of the videos. I didn't see this while I was driving. Didn't notice it at all. Is this a meteor? A big one?Also take a look at those beautiful cactus!Leave a comment. Let me know what you think..About my Channel:I have over a thousand videos covering all kinds of creative projects. I put out two new videos every week and if you want to stay updated you can subscribe to my channel here:http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=epicfantasy⚫ Tip Jar: via PayPal to: paypal.me/supportwillIf you would like to support this channel, it would be GREATLY appreciated. ⚫ Learn more about becoming a patron on my patreon page here. Find out what my goals are and how you can help:patreon.com/epicfantasy#travel #roadtrip #meteor
Dont start a fire in this blacksmith shop | Its made of Paper. epicfantasy 2021-03-05 | This is an overview tutorial showing you Will's latest project. It is a miniature blacksmith shop made of paper. It is a kit that you can buy on his website but… In this video you can see the process of how something like this is made and how you can make a paper project like this. Interested in Blacksmithing? Get Wills book with this Amazon affiliate link:amzn.to/3xrc6ZvGet this project on Will's website here:http://www.stormthecastle.com/the-paper-blacksmith-project.htmThis project is free to Patrons of Will. Learn more about becoming a patron and how you can help Will here: patreon.com/epicfantasyIn the video Will talks about a more in-depth tutorial on how to make paper projects like this. That tutorial is on the website here:http://www.stormthecastle.com/how-to-make-a-paper-project.htmAbout my Channel:I have hundreds of videos covering all kinds of creative projects. I put out two new videos every week and if you want to stay updated you can subscribe to my channel here:http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=epicfantasy⚫ Tip Jar: via PayPal to: paypal.me/supportwillIf you would like to support this channel, it would be GREATLY appreciated. ⚫ Learn more about becoming a patron on my patreon page here. Find out what my goals are and how you can help:Earn a Certificate of ContributionIf you make this project send me a picture. I will email you a signed certificate of contribution as a thanks.Affiliate Links:110 Pound paper (Card stock) that Will uses in this video: amzn.to/3dU2nCi#papercraft #paperproject #blacksmithshop
A look at, and review of, the new SarBlue Maksutov Telescope epicfantasy 2021-01-15 | This is a look at and review of a telescope made by the SarBlue company. It is a 60mm Maksutov Cassegrain telescope. This means it has an excellent high quality optical system. And it makes it a tremendous value. Watch the video to learn more about it.I also did a side by side comparison with this telescope and two other telescopes of similar size and it clearly outperformed them in every aspect including crispness, sharpness, and color accuracy. It’s a great telescope and it gets my recommendation.It comes with everything you need to get going including a table-top tripod, a 20mm eyepiece, an adapter for your smart phone, an erect image diagonal, and an informational booklet. Thinking about getting this telescope? But want to learn more? I have a great breakdown with more information and more pictures on my website here:http://www.stormthecastle.com/telescopes/review-of-sarblue-maksutov-cassegrain-telescope.htmMore information:You can learn more about this telescope and purchase it on amazon here (Affiliate link) amzn.to/2XGX5ArSarblue now has a newer version of this telescope which includes a finderscope:amzn.to/3xN2VCZYou can find the Sar Blue company on facebook here: @SarBlueOptics.The eyepiece that comes with the telescope is a 20mm size. This gives you 37 power magnification. If you would like more power and higher magnification I recommend this eyepiece on Amazon. It is 10mm and it will give you 75 power. Amazon Affiliate link: amzn.to/2KmG0ce#telescope #sarblue #telescopereview
