I really, really want to make a joke about where robots come from, but I just can’t do it. This robot-tyke is far too cute for something like that. Titolian, it’s adorable.
Yearly Archives: 2010
New Ironsides
This mecha doesn’t have quite as many guns as the USS Constitution did, but I’m sure it would carry as fearsome of a reputation. This is a job well done by kidthor. There’s a lot of great surface texture on both the body and the legs. I also love how well it balances on its tiny feet.
Abandoned museum
Many Cafe Corner style buildings begin to look the same after a while, but not this one by Barney Main (SlyOwl). I haven’t seen many dilapidated buildings, so it’s always refreshing to see something so old (as in run down). The bars on the windows are a great effect despite being simulated from tape. The mannequins inside are just creepy, and they probably come to life at night.
Getting started with LDraw
The ever helpful Willy Tschager has just released an excellent tutorial on getting started with MLCAD and LDraw. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to use virtual LEGO to create your own virtual masterpieces from nothing but your imagination and a computer this is an excellent way to cross the first hurdle.
The Tower of Babel
I don’t know if it’s forbidden to build the Tower of Babel in Lego, but Brendan Powell Smith doesn’t think so. You can read the illustrated story on The Brick Testament.
How many mini-figures can you fit into a Beach Scene?
The answer, clearly, is a lot. I Scream Clone‘s goal was to build a fun scene to entertain his Series Two collectible mini-figures. I have to say he succeeded. I personally like the wave action going on there.
Thanks to Firas Abu-Jaber for the suggestion!
Ghamorel, Infernal Artificer
Morgan19 is an amazing customizer. His presentation on all of his creations is quite impeccable. I particularly like how each figure has a back story or something to accompany and enhance it in some way. Ghamorel is a good example of this.
Boxy but in a good way
Chris Giddens (Fazoom) claims he made an ugly ship, but I like the ugliness of it. The ship has distinct sections indicated by texture and color and it reminds me of an ice cream sandwich. Mmm…
I’ll take the railgun version
Joe A. (Dablackcat) combines Bionicle and System parts in his Shamgar mecha that he brought to BrickFair. Inspired by the AMP suit from Avatar, it certainly has that rugged clunky feel. I love the presentation and the option for different weapon attachments.
A tank built to kill other tanks
That’s what Fedde’s (Karf Oohlu) newest creation is all about. It’s a mono-tracked tank killer that’s great for speed but sucks at making turns.
Keith Goldman builds Logan’s Run
Keith Goldman‘s latest massive diorama presents his interpretation of the science fiction work Logan’s Run. At this scale, architecture really plays a role in capturing our attention. I am particularly drawn to the terraced vines and the sloped facets of the background structure.
The individual shots of the diorama are also unique, where each scene captured a separate story element. You should check them out on the Flickr set. And as a rare glimpse, Keith shows that there are boundaries to his creations, proving that he is “a man among gods, and a god among men.”
Ride the Lightning V2
This pilot and plane shot by Jon Hall doesn’t show off his Blue Lightning nearly enough but does make for a great picture. Do make sure to look at all the pics.