From color palettes to clever part choices, building LEGO Pokémon at minifig scale takes skill and a sharp eye for detail. We chat with Radioactive Cheese about how he brings his Pokédex to life.
Read MoreWith bold colors and fantasy flair, the LEGO Color Wheel Challenge pushed Steven Howard’s creativity from sketches to renders and beyond… all the way to Denmark to become a LEGO designer.
Read MoreIn honor of the 60th anniversary of the opening of “It’s a Small World” at Disneyland, Bill Vollbrecht shares with us the story behind his stunning LEGO replica of the iconic ride, where his inspiration comes from, and the risks of carrying a large MOC down a staircase...
Read MoreGet ready to excavate some serious LEGO MOCs as Mathijs Bongers shares his passion for Rock Raiders, a long-retired theme that still shines with chrome, teal and creative potential.
Read MoreMartin Redfern’s work seems simple at first glance until you look closely and see the hidden complexity of each quirky character. We chat with him about his broad portfolio of MOCs and what building LEGO means to him.
Read MoreOne of the big perks of getting a gig here at BrickNerd is the opportunity to reach out to builders from all over the world and ask them questions—without appearing like a complete stalker! So today, I have the privilege to shine the spotlight on one of my favourite builders in the community, Balbo.
Read MoreFrom sleek starfighters to deeply emotional abstract works, Jerac’s LEGO journey has taken some unexpected turns. We sat down with the builder to explore the inspirations, experiments, and feelings behind his creations.
Read MoreSometimes LEGO builders can inspire other AFOLs in the community and throughout space! Today we chat with Pierre E Fieschi about creativity and designing spaceships from Homeworld to Star Wars—and how highlighting the uniqueness in a build can make it shine.
Read MoreWhat if your LEGO collection had no limits? Digital building allows for endless creativity, and [ S E A Z Y ] is taking it to the next level. Learn his tips, tricks, and philosophy behind virtual MOC design and custom part creation.
Read MoreWhat happens when you shine a blacklight onto LEGO? An entirely new, strange world appears! We chat with Cyrille Bouquinet who used florescent bricks to build a glowing Galaxy Squad diorama.
Read MoreFrom childhood reenactments to massive MOCs, Evan’s LEGO story is a sailboat ride through history. See how he crafts vibrant battles, custom minifigures, clear photos and more.
Read MoreMost digital LEGO builders strive to create realistic images of their models, working to produce renders indistinguishable from photographs. However, Felix Dyson uses digital building programs to create airships and other illustrations for their various webcomics.
Read MoreCan Bionicle be beautiful? But of course! Today we have the pleasure of chatting with and showcasing the work of Patrick Biggs, who builds incredible LEGO creations out of Bionicle pieces that look organic and stunning—and tell a story.
Read MoreWhether you are crafting D&D adventurers or Castle champions, Sobek Bricks reveals how purist LEGO parts can combine to build custom minifigures with epic personalities.
Read MoreJourney into a realm of fantasy with a builder who combines his passion for architecture with the art of castle building. From inspiration to instructions, we’ll discover the process of designing, detailing, and documenting each of his custom LEGO castles.
Read MoreDo you need a huge collection of LEGO parts to build an entire fleet? Not according to Brad Barber, who shows us that less is more as he creates an alternate build armada from a single Star Wars set.
Read MoreJoin us as we chat with LEGO artist Azurekingfisher about intricate polyhedrons, patterns, and their creative process where shapes become sculpture, color creates meaning, and LEGO leaves transform into three-dimensional creatures.
Read MoreImagine living with a genetic disorder that could eventually take away your eyesight. What would you choose to build in that limited time? This is the story of Caleb Adams, his passion for LEGO, and his ever-positive attitude facing these challenges, now updated with a special set review.
Read MoreToday we explore the amazing menagerie of brick-built LEGO creatures and characters from artist Ian Hou.
Read MoreToday we're highlighting the colorful work of Katja aka Palixa And The Bricks. From colorful characters to charming advent calendars, their work will leave you with a smile.
Read MoreEver wonder what goes into the design of LEGO set packaging? BrickNerd has you covered as we dive into the rules, standards and design sensibilities that go into creating an appealing product for store shelves.
What happens when a lifelong Trekkie, AFOL and professional toy designer finally gets an official LEGO Star Trek playset? Samuel Hatmaker explores the new Enterprise bridge and shows why playing Star Trek matters as much as displaying it.
We spoke with several Autistic AFOLs who shared their experiences with LEGO regarding coping, community, collecting and catharsis. And we found that Autism can be both a challenge and a superpower when it comes to LEGO.
What do you do when a LEGO Pokémon set doesn’t quite hit the mark? Take it apart and create an alternate build using only the pieces from the original set! But how do you level up a character as recognizable as Pikachu?
What happens when a LEGO builder who knows almost nothing about Pokémon takes on the entire Smart Play wave? We explore the colorful and curvy sets and then remix them into crazy creations far beyond the Pokédex.
Who was Susan Williams and why was her impact on people’s perception of LEGO so significant? Join BrickNerd as we piece together the illustrious career of this mysterious LEGO employee.
Have you ever wondered what the LEGO community was like in the 2000s? Today's guest writer and veteran builder, Nannan Zhang, shares his thoughts on building and sharing MOCs online for the past 20 years.
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September 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 SHIPtember, the Brick Train Awards, and the return of the BrickLink Designer Program, there’s plenty of inspiration to start building!