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Here is a model from our archives. Developed By Bin Li, this epic model prints beautifully at Z18 scale.
We asked Bin Li a few questions about his background and process.
Can you describe your journey as a designer - how did you get started and what motivated you?
The journey started late. In fact I didn't start art training until college, where I was studying computer science around 2005. But then weird enough, a close encounter with drawing and painting opened up a whole new world to me. I decided to be an artist to create and to fulfill my vision. 3D Animation and Games was the fuel of my passion, that's why I went to Ringling College of Art and Design to study Computer animation. Since that, I worked as a 3d modeling and designing artist.
What was the creative process like for this model?
It started as eagerness to create something with power and impact. I pitched an idea of a prehistory creature and a journey on a ship, using a classic book in the public domain as an example.
After that, everything went smoothly. I re-read the book, gathered visual reference and other images of existing designs. Explored a few sketches of a new designs of the submarine and the squid first, then did more sketches of the overall composition and pose of the sculpture. After the 2d sketches were approved, I started 3d Sculpting. From rough to refined, until things were finessed and ready to print.
Any background on why you chose this model?
I enjoy doing…
