Jarek (Jerac) not only builds microspace but also microtrucks and racers. Check out his latest Racing Transporter.
According to the builder, microscale trucks are much more challenging to build than microscale ship due to the latter’s higher density in piece usage, but in my opinion, to capture the realism of these real life models is the most challenging aspect. You can see some of Jarek’s other trucks here and here.
Lino Martins says he wanted to build a classic Volkswagen Beetle before LEGO releases their “official” version next year.
The exposed engine is fantastic (which makes this a “rat rod” — an entry for the latest LUGNuts building contest), but Lino doesn’t disappoint with the front either:
I love my All Stars. So does Matt Armstrong and so does Tim. I also love Matt’s LEGO version of his red high-tops.
The color change from traditional grey to “bley” (bluish grey) may have caused some consternation among LEGO fans at the time, but things seem to have settled down to the point that builders like Tim Zarki (and our very own Nannan) have fully embraced The Bley.
Given the clear militancy of Bley Adherents, a Bley Ascendancy is surely not far off. I for one welcome our new Bley overlords, and as a respected member of the LEGO community, volunteer my services to round up insurgent “AFOLs” to labor in the orbital ABS mines of the Bley Collective.
LAML Radio‘s latest podcast is all about the castle builder Rock, who in recent months turned out some outstanding castle-themed dioramas and buildings, including his most recent Chateau Satan. Click on the image below to listen to the podcast.
Since this is an unedited interview there’s bound to be some memorable quotes:
“Well, uh, let’s see… who am I, um, I’m just a guy”
“I like The Brother’s Brick”
“There are some good things popping up on the internet like Nannan’s stuff, you know, his little demented, demented creations and all that. I’m a really big fan of that.” (Sorry, shameless self-promotion :) )
“..wholesome and lovely little pink cuddly, uh, uh [chuckles], lovable little fluffy creations that are just all cute and whatever…”
In a Fox News article today, reporters comment on a LEGO book that instructs you how to make automated inventions including an automatic LEGO pistol that shoots out LEGO plates. Check out the video, read the news, and take a look at the book Forbidden LEGO.
The SM-80 Arctic Sniper Mech has you in his sights. Take a good look at Tyler‘s newest creation before it decides to pull the trigger.
Takeshi Itou may not be the most prolific builder, but his creations are always worth the wait. His latest creation is Hikone Castle. Today, the castle is a National Treasure because it’s one of the rare castles from the feudal era that wasn’t torn down or destroyed and then rebuilt in modern times as a tourist attraction.
But enough about the real thing. What makes Takeshi’s version special is the technique he used for the base of the castle; the three-dimensional rock wall is amazing, built from bricks, slopes, and tiles. The scale of the castle seems pretty close to MINILAND (as compared to the smaller minifig scale Takeshi normally builds in), which has enabled Takeshi to use plates for the roof rather beautifully.
Read more about the real Hikone Castle on Wikipedia (in English) or the 400th anniversary site (in Japanese).
(Via Klocki.)
Mike Crowley wins. He just does. At everything. More specifically, he’s found 7668 Rebel Scout Speeder and promptly created a truly unique minifig using the new helmet. Behold! Eva Mass Prodution Type (from the anime series Evangelion).
I particularly enjoy when Izzo applies a variation on a theme to his mechas. These battle machines are unique in what looks like a massive armor shield they carry. From left to right, they are named WingBunny, LazorBull, and HippoBlast.
Come witness Shannon Young‘s depiction of the epic battle between good and evil inside the Temple of Balanced Duality. Take a moment to absorb the great divide of the battleground and note the two halves of contrasting colors. It’s harmony, it’s violence, it’s space ninja action!
