Megan Smyth
ModelMaker.
This blog will showcase my 3rd year model making work through posts about my dissertation, external brief, final major and minor.
What is ModelMaking?
Model making is professional practice that creates high quality models for clients across a range of disciplines such as Architecture, Product design and prototyping, heritage, film & television, theatre, advertising or medical companies among many other industries.
Models are in high demand as they are useful tools for education, to inform and communicate in easily understood tactile objects. Much like drawings, physical models easily explain concepts and ideas.
ModelMaking is an exciting and fast paced career that requires problem solving and the ability to work across multiple fields and materials.
On this page I will be showcasing my own work along with the processes I use and the research behind the projects.
Recent blog posts
Final major critique
I have really enjoyed this final project and the range of models I have been able to produce. The whole point of this project was to not only appeal to different aspects of industry but also to get comfortable with working on multiple projects at the same time and being able to prioritise and plan…
Colour theory and lighting
After studying photography for so long it is something that I really take pride in, and when it comes to taking photos of my models at the end of each project I really want to show them off as best as possible. Much like the models themselves there is a reason for doing everything, the…
Finishes, painting and display
Food Finishes – Airbrushed for light transitions between shades, hand painted highlights and shadows to give depth and to add texture to the macaroons that looked a little flat. Coloured and piped filler. Display/photography – The food project is all about the final photography. They must look real. This can be helped along with additional…
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