Building Lifelike Sculptures with LEGO
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Learn to bring your design ideas to life by creating unique and versatile sculptures from start to finish using LEGO
“The best toys are those we build ourselves. They fire up our imaginations and allow us to truly be creative.” Toymaker Samuel Hatmaker has turned this philosophy into an art form, using LEGO bricks to create striking, large-scale sculptures that have been featured in exhibitions such as Art Basel in Miami and the Comic-Con Museum in San Diego. With his intricate masterpieces, he has garnered attention from audiences worldwide, proving that LEGO blocks are not just for kids.
In this online course, learn to build a lifelike 3D character with LEGO bricks. Put an artistic spin on this childhood classic by discovering techniques to create structurally solid and aesthetically captivating sculptures from start to finish.
Samuel kicks off the course by sharing what sparked his interest in LEGO art and how his background as a toy designer led him to professional model making. Find out how he draws inspiration from other artists, nature, and music to create his eye-catching sculptures.
Start planning your model by gathering references to bring your idea to life. Learn to source supplies according to your budget and discover digital alternatives to building. Break down your project into manageable parts as you explore different shapes and colors and go over the essential terminology and techniques.
Then it’s time to build your LEGO model. Begin by learning to put together the peacock’s head and neck to evoke movement and personality. Find out how to assemble the feathers and the body, focusing on structural integrity, scale, and color. Discover ways to build the supporting structures and the legs. Bring everything together and make some final adjustments to wrap up your sculpture.
Photograph your finished project for social media and hear Samuel’s tips for showcasing your work at conventions, as well as tips on caring for your sculptures.
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