I started my journey into making and collecting lifesize replica of sci-fi props and costuming in 2009. It started with a Tie Fighter pilot, then a stormtrooper, then Vader. What was supposed to be “just one costume” has ended with building well over 100 costumes so far for myself and others.
Currently I have over 40 costumes officially registered in the 501st and a personal goal to have at least one registered costume in each detachment ( short of two at this point) . Through the process I had to learn what it means to be a “maker”; the techniques behind the crafts involved. I had to use all the knowledge I had from my creative work in the field of graphic design and extrapolate into the world of making ; along the way researching and becoming more “familiar” with fashion, fabrics, colour and materials. It also put me on the forefront of such drastic change and “revolution” in the community through the advances of 3D printing, the rise of 4K imagery and the role of social media in transforming the community in our search for visual accuracy – what is means and how complex of a concept this is.
Eventually that journey into my passion also led me to a new profession, using everything I had learned from my previous work in design, academia and business, I ended up launching a community project that has now become an integral part of my every day.
This is a journal from way back when to today depicting the different aspects of this journey I am on: the making of props, the events, commentaries and much more…
Vader Rebels
The animated “Rebels” Vader has had a special place in…
Zombie Officer
Two kinds of Zombie Officers – the original Imperial Walkers
Update on the Shirt
For the 50.4.50 challenge I have the shirt with every…
Imperial Knight
This one is from the Expanded Universe, a rarity if…
The Zombie TK Helmet
I decided to upgrade my helmet so that the inside…
The Case of the Suitcase
Traveling with costumes requires a large suitcase, and if I…
Evolution of the Studio
in 2014 the first idea for the classic stormtrooper shoes…
Zombie Officer 02
I am working on a new zombie officer with the…
Pilot Leather Jacket
One of the greatest addition to the Star Wars Universe…
50.4.50
This coming August will be my 50th bday – and…
#SAD
there was that thing with flamingos somehow finding their ways…
Muslin Prototype
Call me old fashion but even with all the tech…
Accuracy ethos
When I first joined the costuming club, the foundation to…
Thank you Ahsoka
Nearly 20 months ago, In the midst of what would…
Colours and Colors
With all the new shows, 4k frame-by-frame reviews of costumes…
Controversy (not by Prince)
been looking at screenshots again – this time Mando S03…
Aldhani Trooper
When Andor released its first trailer I got a glimpse…
Jaina Solo
A commission piece, only two suits in the world, one…
40 registered costumes in the 501st
Not counting costumes I have registered in other clubs, nor…
do you want to know more? 40 registered costumes in the 501st
Sarlaac Fett
When watching the first episode of Book of Boba Fett,…
Busta Bust
Bust Displays are an absolute best for wow factor. They…
Helmets Up
I took the time to photogrpahy my collection of Helmet-…
SLA450 : 3D printing
Access to an array of SLA450 printer means that I…
Mando Bust
Weathering clothes for bust display gives the final bust a…
Boots – ridding boots
Other see the picture and think “what a great behind…
Medic Trooper: softparts
Not only did I do the armor but I also…
Deathwatch
A key component of a great costume that is way…
Zombie Skin
The first zombie trooper I made I used latex zombie…
Leather Holster
Holsters are usually pretty straight forward builds in the SWU…
Han Belt
This belt has a few complicated parts, not least of…
Bandolier
Part of making costume is to learn new skills, in…
Training Ball…ish
I printed the files for the training ball; recieved it…
BRAD… Pitt Droid
The amazing things we can do when we have access…
Mouse Droid
I started this as an accurate replica but decided for…
Gonk !
The most underrated droid: Gonk – yes it is arguably…
Binoculars
Bought a kit, nothing too complicated but I thought it…
Rebel Backpack
uring a visit to Singapore I saw a legion mate…
Oh My !!!
3P0 is not my favorite droid…not even R2 ; if…
Challenge Coin
A rtadition dating back to ancient Rome, the challenge coin…
The Traveling TK
From 2013 – 2016 I spent a lot of time…
Aldhani Trooper- Armor
Andor TV show is making history as the least divisive…
Medic Trooper
The concept art of the Medic trooper took the fans…
Axe Wove
based on the deathwatch, Axe Wove is another mando build…
Leather Mando
There always was a part of me that thought of…
DeathWatch
the back story of the Mando introduced the Deathwatch we…
Din
It was inevitable that the Mando had to come through…
Wookiees
making a wookiee is not a small undertaking, it is…
ICAT
The Mandolorian TV series keeps on giving great characters toi…
Zombie Trooper
The Walking Dead is the show that reconnected me (…
Mud Trooper
Solo is highly underrated and I believe it will become…
Lando Skiff Guard
Growing up I had loads of Kenner action figure out…
First Order
The FO TK is a logical evolution from the Original…
Shore Trooper
Rogue one introduced a bunch of absolutely stunning new troopers.…
Shock Trooper
When it comes to clones, many prefer the 501st, or…
At-Atc
The utlimate combo between the Shore Trooper and the Tank…
Y-wing Helmet
Xwing always had much love by the fans. the Ywing…
Shadow Guard
In my early years in the legion I made a…
Old Rex
Captain Rex is a fan favorite in the clone wars…
Veers / ATAT Commander
The At-At commander has always had a special look for…
Shadow TK
My first TK build started with an sense of overwhelming…
Xwing Helmet
The first helmet I did was a Red5 – Luke…
Tanker / GAV
When the first teasers for Rogue One came out the…
Road to Celebration 23
This year I will be going to Celebration London. It…
Junk Pile
I have so many B parts, and general “stuff” lying…
TC The Way
A friend of mine is co-owner of a local physical…
Patch A GoGo
A few years back, I designed a specific patch for…
Shanghai Studio 02
With Covid and the first lock down I learn a…
Pink Pilot Charity
Going through celebration Chicago I wanted to do something special;…
Shanghai Studio Pt.01
I cnanot kjeep on flying every month between Shanghai and…
Shenzhen Studio Pt.02
Things are getting busier and while we keep on producing…
KiKi The Alien
I love classic Sci-Fi, I am am fandom fluid and…
20 years of the Legion
In 2017 the legion turned 20 years old. In honor…
Shenzhen Studio – Pt.01
So it started with an idea, making some shoes for…
TK Build
This is my 3d TK build, the first time does…
DL-44 3D Print
3D printing is an awesome technology. It does produce excellent…
Halloween + School = CQFD
Halloween at the French School in Beijing meant that kids…
food inspiration ?
On our way back from travel, at Brussels airport my…
Brick challenge
I was playing with the kiddo; as usual bricks were…
Helmet: Imperial Navy
The imperial Navy helmet is massive. It is not part…
Leather: jedi Belts
6 full jedi costumes commissioned for a major event, all…
Tusken Raider
The tusken raider was the 4th costume I worked on.…
Leather: MSPB holster
I love this blaster so much and it gives me…
Helmet: Gunner…
in 2013, before going to Celebration Europe 2 in Essen,…