Sablebadger3D
Who?
Sable Badger aka Brander Roullett.
Self taught 3D modeler who creates all the models on offer using a variety of tools for all sorts of tabletop games. Got his start doing miniatures weapons/upgrades to glue on to Hotwheels cars for the super fun tabletop game Gaslands. Then started creating terrain for the Star Wars Legion miniatures game as there was a distinct lack of terrain and bits for the game when it came out.
Also used the power of 3d printing to create prototypes for a number of board games, including the published series of Dice of Crowns and the sequels Pirates, and Dragons.
Tools?
In practice there are different tools used to create the 3D models.
The bulk of the 3d modeling and design work is done in free online tool called TinkerCad that is easy to use, and get started. It also has a lot of features and tools that advanced users can use to create interesting models.
For any sculpting type work, the free tool MeshMixer is used to modify components that are exported from TinkerCad, and then re-imported to complete the model.
For clean up and error resolution the tool 3D Builder from Microsoft is used to do a final pass and resolve in 3d model errors.
Patreon?
Patreon is a membership platform that allows creators to run a offer up content in trade for support. A lot of 3D modeling artists use this platform to connect with fans and supporters. The Sablebadger 3D Patreon directly helps fund the artist in printing filament, 3d printer parts, and other tools. Patrons get access to all the models as they are created before they are published. Additionally certain member levels get access to the entire back catalog of models created since the start of the patreon.
Downloading Files?
Some files are only available in the archive, but most files are uploaded and made available to 3D model sharing sites such as My Mini Factory, Thingiverse, Printables and Cults3D. Many files are shared for free, but some of the more complex and labor intensive projects are paid download but the prices are kept reasonable.