
The LEGO Builder's Handbook
Become a Master Builder
Deepak Shenoy(Author)
No Starch Press
Published on 5. November 2024
Book
Hardback
200 pages
978-1-7185-0380-9 (ISBN)
Description
How do you make the leap from following explicit instructions for constructing official LEGO sets to designing your own original models? The answers are all right here in The LEGO Builder's Handbook. Within this compendium of useful techniques for eye-catching LEGO creations, you'll master basics like structuring sturdy walls, then move onto more sophisticated concepts like half-stud offsets and sideways building (SNOT). You'll learn how every technique works conceptually as each chapter builds upon the previous one, and benefit from examples of the author's expert methods used in real LEGO builds. Inspired by interesting insights and detailed explanations, you'll soon see the world like a LEGO artist, leading you to approach each build in a thoughtful way. From understanding the trade-offs involved in choosing the scale for a model, to knowing how to capture real-world details in bricks, you'll gain the tools and confidence to bring your own LEGO designs and ideas to life. Along the way, you'll learn how to: Break free from LEGO's regular grid of attachment points; Build angled walls and gracefully curving forms; Use free software tools to design photorealistic LEGO mosaics and life-like sculptures.
Reviews / Votes
"Covers an impressive range of building techniques that will be useful both for newcomers to the hobby who want to go beyond following instructions, and also for the more seasoned builder who wants to take their construction skills to the next level."-Huw Millington, BrickSet.com
"This book is aimed at people ready to start planning their own LEGO (R)? builds. The author is well-known in the community for his large LEGO towers, in both physical and digital forms. He imparts the lessons he has learned in developing these models, from basic brick stacking through SNOT (Studs Not On Top) and offset techniques, through to more advanced methods to help you take your builds off-the-grid, regardless of the scale you wish to work at. I reckon even experienced builders will have something to learn from this book."
-Richard Jones, RamblingBrick.com
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
San Francisco
United States
Target group
US School Grade: Seventh Grade and over, Interest Age: From 12 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 258 mm
Width: 212 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
843 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-7185-0380-9 (9781718503809)
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E-Book
11/2024
No Starch Press
€19.49
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Person
Deepak Shenoy has been an active member of the LEGO community since 2016, sharing his creations at conventions and on social media. His builds have been featured in BrickJournal, Blocks, and on websites like Brothers Brick and BrickNerd.
Content
Foreword
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Part I: The Basics
Chapter 1: The LEGO System
Chapter 2: All About Scale
Chapter 3: Basic LEGO Techniques
Part II: Breaking Free from the Grid
Chapter 4: Half-Stud Offsets
Chapter 5: Sideways Building (SNOT)
Chapter 6: Angled Walls
Chapter 7: Round Shapes
Part III: Computer-Assisted Building
Chapter 8: Mosaics
Chapter 9: Sculptures
Next Steps
Image Credits
Index
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Part I: The Basics
Chapter 1: The LEGO System
Chapter 2: All About Scale
Chapter 3: Basic LEGO Techniques
Part II: Breaking Free from the Grid
Chapter 4: Half-Stud Offsets
Chapter 5: Sideways Building (SNOT)
Chapter 6: Angled Walls
Chapter 7: Round Shapes
Part III: Computer-Assisted Building
Chapter 8: Mosaics
Chapter 9: Sculptures
Next Steps
Image Credits
Index