Holy FUNctions, Batman! An Interview with Rian Zagelow
/LEGO builder Rian Zagelow has a keen eye for incorporating cool functions into his builds including Batwings and Bat Computers. But what comes first? The mechanism or the MOC idea?
Read MoreLEGO builder Rian Zagelow has a keen eye for incorporating cool functions into his builds including Batwings and Bat Computers. But what comes first? The mechanism or the MOC idea?
Read MoreJoin us for a BrickNerd exclusive interview with Dave Kaleta and Richard Dryden of LEGO Masters US Season 2 to discover all sorts of behind-the-scenes info about filming the show, the brick pit, and spaceships!
Read MoreContinuing our look at builders in Latin America, we take a journey to Guatemala to see its past, people and culture conveyed through LEGO.
Read MoreWe all know that LEGO bricks are made from plastic, but have you ever asked yourself why? We chatted with Brian from STLBrickCo who shared with us the reasons why ABS plastic gives LEGO all the right properties—and why a search for a sustainable alternative is such a challenge.
Read MoreThe Periodic Table of LEGO Colors has splashed onto the AFOL scene. How did it come to be, how was it designed, and how did they get all those colorful parts?
Read MoreWhat represents Latin America more than a vibrant LEGO street scene complete with architecture styles from multiple countries, a festival atmosphere and clotheslines running across the street? We take a closer look at LATAM Street to find out.
Read MoreGet a behind-the-scenes look at how Brickmania designers Austin “Camera Guy” Granger and Amanda Feuk created these Titan II GLV and Gemini Spacecraft models and discover what is the biggest challenge of creating custom LEGO kits.
Read MoreWe continue our conversation with builder Louis of Nutwood about LEGO and writing—and learn his tips on creating a compelling scene that tells a story both in words and bricks.
Read MoreWe had a dream of finding an overlooked and underappreciated builder that we could share with you here on BrickNerd. These dreamcatchers by Vincent Sereks have helped us to find one.
Read MoreThe LEGO community has always pushed the limits of the LEGO minifigure when it comes to dynamic poses. But Guy Himber from Crazy Bricks has always looked to “break the mold” and grant new flexibility to customizers and LEGO fans alike. We chatted with Guy at length about his newest Kickstarter project “Crazy Legs” and how they might impact the fan community.
Read MoreWhat do Christmas ornaments and bedtime stories have to do with LEGO RPGing? We chat with Louis of Nutwood, an up-and-coming LEGO builder and storyteller from Brazil, who has a few stories to tell both about his LEGO building and storytelling.
Read MoreWe chat with builder Chris Wight about his gigantic LEGO MOC, “Maleficent’s Castle.” Find out how he planned, sourced the bricks, built, and transports this towering castle, and whether he plans on taking it apart!
Read MoreAt BrickNerd, we celebrate getting nerdy about the bricks. But there are so many more fascinating stories from within the LEGO community that are worth your time. So here are some of the best LEGO articles that caught our contributors’ attention throughout the month of March.
Read MoreWe chat with LEGO builder Eli Willsea and learn about his incredible 2020—a year chock full of amazing builds, hilarious hijinks, awards and more.
Read MoreThe first day of spring can feel like a breath of fresh air, a chance to begin again, and an excuse to spread your wings—the same three feelings I get from looking at Kelly Bartlett’s stunning LEGO butterfly artwork.
Read MoreWe interview builder Gerry Burrows and get a close-up look at his life-size LEGO mech that he can sit in and move himself, find out all the work that goes into making large-scale LEGO models, and discover his favorite milkshake flavor.
Read MoreWe’d watch these LEGO space rally races compete in an instant! Get the inside story of how this team came together and created such a cohesive group of racers.
Read MoreAt BrickNerd, we celebrate getting nerdy about the bricks (I mean, you’ve read some of our articles, right!?). So here are some of the best LEGO stories that caught our contributors’ attention throughout the month of February.
Read MoreAt BrickNerd, we celebrate getting nerdy about the bricks (I mean, you’ve read some of our articles, right!?). So we are starting a new series curating the best LEGO stories that caught our contributors’ attention throughout the month.
Read MoreLEGO fans manifest their love of the hobby in many ways—some collect, others build. But Lucas “Legorio” Peña makes LEGO a permanent part of his life—literally.
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