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Ox and Background

gambort — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 06:18:42 +0000

I really like this picture by Joe and Will Merzlak (The Brothers Merz). And I almost forgot to blog it.

The Tale of Daedalus and Icarus

Caylin — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:20:40 +0000

Some stories are meant to last through the ages. The tale of King Minos, the Labyrinth, Daedalus and Icarus is most definitely one of them. 74louloute has illustrated Daedalus’s determination to escape from his prison with his son beautifully. The details are divine–Theseus with the thread; the Grecian designs on the walls, the broken room of the Minotaur; the bit of sky, taunting the captives with what they can’t have.

For those of you not familiar with the tale (or just want a chance to hear it again), I highly recommend this version by Nick Kozis. Click on films, then Icarus.

The world has changed, Sensei

Caylin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:38:42 +0000

There tends to be some comfort in a glimmer of color, a bit of hope in a dark place. Seb Arts has illustrated that beautifully in his recent creation:

I really don’t think words do much justice for this piece, so I will let the photos stand for themselves. You can see more over on MOCpages.

Hill Valley 2015

Nannan — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:30:37 +0000

Alex Jones (Orion Pax) built a Back to the Future diorama featuring various buildings from Hill Valley. Each building has its own unique color scheme and architecture worthy of a closer look. You can see the entire layout on Flickr.

Forbidden Cove’s Seed Part Challenge: Week Two

Caylin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:04:07 +0000

Forbidden Cove is running a multi-week Seed Part contest, where the entrants have one week to build a creation using that week’s Seed Part–and it can’t be whatever the part actually is. Week one was a classic flared helm; this week is a minifig’s chair piece.

Here are some of my favorite entries from week two, in no particular order:

Rapture of the Deep by Guy Himber

Once Cap’n Jack, Always Cap’n Jack by Bluesecrets

Enemy in Sight by Marco den Besten

The Soul of a Demon

Andrew — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:54:06 +0000

Alex P. (Sirens-of-Titan) built this gorgeous bridge to accompany a fantasy story he wrote. The jagged rocks along the water contrast beautifully with the smooth lines of the stone bridge.

See more pics and read the story on MOCPages.

I need a vacation

Caylin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:30:29 +0000

And it looks like tiberium_blue has seen fit to build Sleepy Oak Bed and Breakfast that will fit the bill. Someplace snowy, where there’s a lovely fireplace to curl up and read by. I’m rather impressed by the details in the rooms, like the aquarium up above. That’s not even to say the fabulous visual impact of the stonework itself. There’s a wonderful shot of the technique here.

Thanks for the tip, Walter!

Raid on New San Diego

Andrew — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 04:53:06 +0000

Most of the mecha we feature here on The Brothers Brick are standalone LEGO models all on their own. knobbyplastic goes farther to incorporate his menacing mecha into a diorama.

The crack going through the wall and windows on the gray building is a nice detail, as is the broken railing. The mecha doesn’t even take the central place in the photo, standing off to the side as if waiting to pounce. It’s an excellent composition, with a great balance between light and dark that draws the eye to the mecha even though the mecha isn’t in the middle of the picture.

Lego Shaun of the Dead at the Winchester

Nannan — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 22:38:13 +0000

Greg’s (Yatkuu) Lego creation of Shaun and the gang in front of the Winchester couldn’t get any classier. It won’t be complete without some zombie bashing.

Via edgar wright here

I’ll Drink to That!

Dan — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 18:50:26 +0000

Steve Vargo (:jovian:) brings us a fantastic vision of a wizard parting waters to reveal a potion beneath. This creation really delivers a sense of motion to the waters, as well as fantastic drama in the lighting. For those seeking a closer look (or to be amazed by what a difference lighting can make), check out how it looks with basic lighting.

LEGO Minas Morgul by Dave Sterling

Andrew — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 05:59:37 +0000

With impeccable timing, Dave Sterling just posted a massive version of Minas Morgul from The Lord of the Rings. The angled buttresses (if that’s what they are) portrayed in the movie are rendered in brick with excellent skill.

The looming structure dwarfs Frodo, Sam, and Gollum as they hide outside.

Festival of Flowers

Andrew — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 04:40:20 +0000

Capturing liquid forms is hard to do in LEGO, but great water features keep cropping up in this year’s Colossal Castle Contest entries. This wonderful waterfall diorama by Sean and Steph Mayo (Siercon and Coral) includes lots of little scenes that add up to a great story.

You might miss the water nymph, so here’s a close-up:

Thanks for the tip, Blake!

Kelra Labyrinth

Nannan — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 03:29:59 +0000

Joshua Morris (I Scream Clone) built a ruined maze that has a convincing look achieved without advanced techniques. All that’s needed are some variations of earth colors, differently textured stone bricks, and diverse flora.

What danger lurks indeed

Caylin — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 22:15:09 +0000

And again with the fantastic entries for the Colossal Castle Contest, courtesy of Classic-Castle. This time, we’ve got a fabulous bit of landscaping by KumpelKante to accompany the intrepid explorers, who are about to run into some trouble.

Expanding Horizons

Dan — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 20:45:08 +0000

This lovely display by Justin Pyne seems to be attempting to illustrate the concept of exploration, rather than just an exploration mecha. The choice of perspective, putting the fascinating alien (underwater perhaps?) flowers in the foreground, with the character in the background really adds depth to the photo. Speaking of those flowers, they’re quite interesting as well, the use of large scale technic pieces is surprisingly effective.