Donald Duck always knew how to get around in style, even if he never wore pants. For over 75 years he's been tooling around in this fat fendered, rumble seated automobile, the 313. Now that the new Disney Collectible Minifigures are out and we all have a Donald, builder LegoJalex did one better and gave him a stylish and iconic way to get around.
I personally never felt that Star Wars Rebels was anywhere near as good as Star Wars: The Clone Wars, which is the show I could say I grew up watching. I loved it like most fans. However, Rebels has finally started to get interesting. Thanks to Tristan, we now have an amazing recreation of the Jedi training room (dojo?) in the temple on Lothal that our rebels visit in the last few episodes of season 2. What's interesting about this build is that the creator not only focused on the main ground floor, but also took the time to build high walls surrounding the iconic scene with Kanan Jarrus and the Jedi Temple Guard. I don't believe many builders would have done that, which makes this build stand out at a higher quality! Also, you must admit, it looks a bit like a Karate Kid moment...right?
The Arvo brothers are back with another brilliant MOC, this time of a more humble nature but no less appealing. This captures the classic lines of the venerable Italian scooter perfectly. One of my friends in high school had a classic Vespa, it seemed most of my friends had a scooter of some sort, they were all the rage (except me of course, I was dirt poor and spent what little I had on art supplies and make-up...and food). Someday I want to convince my wife to rent a couple while we visit a foreign place, and try not to crash into each other.
This ramshackle castle punk fortress by builder hrtx is as confusing to the eye as it is appealing. So many angles, so much detail, so much storytelling, it's lovely. I don't know what they get up to in this complex structure, but one look and you ache with curiosity. I guess that's why it's a stronghold, to keep you from finding out.
This library scene by henrik_zwomp makes me want to go read a book. I hear good things about Lord of the Rings, maybe I should read those again. Anyway, this is a lovely build. I really like the way the walls are angled outward, making the room feel open and spacious. The subtle forced perspective out the window is also superb and gives a great feeling of depth to an otherwise fairly small scene.
First off, everyone look at the front door of this shack and acknowledge the NPU. I mean, seriously, a boat for a front door it doesn't get much better than that folks! I'm also loving all the angles, so many unnaturally delicious ways jaapxaap has put this house together yet made it look congruent. I am, however, a little disappointed in the lack of murder(?) in this scene, though I am hoping we will see that in part 2 of this build.
POW! WHAM-O! Two of your favorite Avengers have been brought to life with Tyler's creative character build technique! The remarkable recreation of these classic characters is well represented with amazing facial and body detailing. It's easy to tell that a main focus in these guys is enabling them to be posed. I personally would love to see a stop motion film using these two to recreate the great sequence in Captain America: Civil War! Whose side are you on?!
Cobbley...that's a new adjective.
But it describes this build perfectly! Jonas has managed to capture such a beautiful scene in a limited space, with common pieces every builder has at home. The street is what I am really fascinated by. I've seen many cobblestone roads made out of LEGO before, but I've rarely seen the layered stone effect that he has done here. By not showing any studs, the builder has created a smooth road that seems to make the surface of this build pop. The other details, such as the sign and wagon, are also well executed with common elements. All in all, I think that wagon has a smooth ride ahead!
Check out this nifty starfighter by F@bz. Certainly a unique design combining both armored bulk and lightweight airfoils. Gotta love the use of those skateboard ramps in the nose assembly. It even carries a little rover in the back. Swooshable and practical, a winning combination!
Not sure why the driver looks so perturbed, must have been a rough landing...
Carpet Lego builds some great military items and has built the iconic Willy's Jeep on several occasions. This is his third reworking of this classic WW2 vehicle and I think you will agree it's spot on. I really love the M2 Machine Gun and look forward to seeing the canvas version which he has promised will be revealed soon.
The first thing about this stunning mech by Benjamin Cheh that grabbed my attention was the pose. It's dynamic and compelling, so much so that at first I assumed it was an illustration. Then I clicked through to discover this absolutely badass and super pose-able mech. I find it difficult to judge exact scale and weight of MOCs sometimes, but judging by the beefiness of that stand, this thing is a beast.
Everyone loves a good drone. But Devid VII took this already cool drone up a notch by putting it inside an awesome garage/workshop scene. The attention to detail in this is superb, from the bench vise and tool chest in the back to the band saw (at least, I think it's a band saw) in the corner. Not everyone takes the time to build such a realistic environment for their robots, which is a shame considering how cool this one is.
My good friend and fellow Battlestar Galactica fanatic, Garry King, has outdone himself with this colossal Colonial Mining Ship. It was featured in the 2003 re-imagined series as well as the original 1970's show, with only brief appearances outside the standard Fleet shots. However, the scale, at twelve feet, yeah, you read that right, and jaw dropping attention to detail, this SHIP is the star of the show! So Say We All!
Here she is on public display in Tasmania, a Bricknerd exclusive!
Welcome to the Library of the Undead where Deus Otiosus draws inspiration from one of my favourite TV shows 'Adventure Time' and the video game 'Heroes of Might and Magic 2 - the Bone Dragon'. This MOC scene depicts an undead dragon and allie defending the medieval library from the living. I love all the skulls in this piece and I keep finding little details each time I look - like the teddy in the pile of rubble and the LEGO tile. The weapons of those who previously tried their luck can be seen scattered.
When I was fresh out of high school an old buddy of mine and I moved into his parent's rental house here in town. We had no furniture, no money and no clue, but we were pretty happy. Our nightly ritual at 11pm was to grab a Klondike bar, plop down on our crappy couch, and watch a classic episode of Star Trek. It was really the first time I watched it on a regular basis, and I became a fan. Now whenever I see images from the classic series, like this wonderful pair of mini ships from derjoe, I can't help but think back to those simpler days.
There's a whole lotta NPU going on in this new little gem from Karf Oohlu. The first thing that grabbed my attention was the use of the saddle as a cockpit, that's some inspired thinking. Then I started looking all over the vehicle, the wheel configuration, the use of the handcuffs, the color scheme. It's a unique and compelling vehicle, in a surprisingly small package.
Although I admire all types of LEGO creations, it's not often that I see a creation and awe in the same way as I do a painting or a sculpture. Legophthalmos has really done that in this beautiful MOC, from the symmetry in the foliage to how it's photographed. The warmth from this build is what made it so memorable to me, so much that I instantly recalled it when choosing a MOC to write about in my first post for BrickNerd!
Check out Legophthalmos’ photo stream for more fun and lovely creations!
My wife and I were talking about Disneyland just this morning, and then I happen across this wonder maze overlay by builder Oky - Space Ranger. There's several recognizable rides and attractions here, from Sleeping Beauty's Castle to the Haunted Mansion, and it looks like a magical good time to play. I'm totally OK with the omission of Mickey's Toon Town, but this thing's gonna need a major overhaul when Star Wars land opens.
No, you don't have to fight, no you don't have to worry about Masterblaster, this is not that Thunderdome (but is certainly inspired by it). This was a EDM music festival in the Netherlands famous for driving beats, undulating dance moves and a seriously cool logo, here brought into stunning relief by builder RedRoofArt.
Being both a big fan of Vitreolum the Lego builder and The Wicker Man the original version ( I won't be "Cagey" about it but I didn't really rate the remake) I couldn't pass this build by and had to use it for my first blog here on Bricknerd. It's the sixth in a series of Horror vignettes one of which Tommy blogged a couple of months back and each one has been a masterpiece I'm 100% sure we shouldn't burn this one.
From sketches to superglue, see how this custom LEGO motorcycle earned its street cred. We chat with Jean-Yves about the design, prototyping, and even heat resistance of his LEGO customizations, taking them from prototype to the pavement.
October has arrived with a fresh selection of LEGO contests and challenges. Don’t miss your chance to build a MOC and maybe even win some awesome LEGO prizes. With a new LEGO Speederbike Challenge, and a Halloween contest or two, there’s plenty of inspiration to be found!
What makes your eye land on one part of a LEGO build before another? In this month’s Conversation Piece, we explore focal points, visual weight, and how builders can guide a viewer through a composition.
LEGO Speeder Bikes are back with a new community building challenge inspired by Citizen Sleeper. Build an airbike, create its messenger, and see what you can squeeze into just three studs wide.
Ahoy, me hearties! It be Talk Like A Pirate Day! Are you ready to set sail on an adventure through the history of classic LEGO Pirates? Where did it begin, what was it all about, and where has the theme showed up since? Join us on a treasure hunt through history!
Take a seat as we explore clever LEGO chair techniques that will leave you sitting pretty. From boat studs to bucket handles, here are some simple ways to design your own stylish chairs.
Identifying individual LEGO parts from bulk second-hand purchases can be challenging, so what are the most common elements that people want to know, “What is this!?”
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