Using 3D Printing to Create Artisan Jewelry
London-based jewelry brand Maria Piana strives to create a new form of abstract jewelry, using intricate industrial processes and artisan experimental techniques. 3D modeling has become the backbone of creating their design aesthetic and bringing their unique visions to life, elevating their collections in ways not possible before. One of the co-designers at Maria Piana, Constantino Papaconstantinou, walked us through the brand’s creative and technical processes to design and create 3D printed jewelry.
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Aviation-Themed Party Sparks 3D-Printed Cufflink Start-Up
What started as an experiment to 3D print show-stopping accessories for theme party soon developed into a full-blown brand. Grégoire de Bellefroid and Gaétan Bücken had made cuff links in the shape of airplanes to impress their friends, and following “oohhs” and “aahhs” at the aviation-themed party, they soon founded Gregson & Buck.
Today their Brussels-based jewelry brand is using 3D printing to help customers create one of a kind cufflinks that make special occasions even more special. (more…)
10 Stunning 3D Prints in Polyamide (SLS)
Polyamide (SLS) is the all-rounder when it comes to 3D printing materials. It can be used for hand-painted sculptures, tech gadget prototypes, stunning fashion and jewelry design, or even pieces of art. Since this nylon plastic comes in 26 different finishes and can be used so universally, we thought it was about time to pay attention to some of its outstanding designs. Take a look at the 10 coolest polyamide objects we ahve created in our 3D printers .
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How 3D Printing Won An Oscar
As if working on one of 2018’s highest-grossing films wasn’t impressive enough, Austrian designer Julia Koerner has seen her work continue to grace the hills of Hollywood: Head Costume Designer Ruth E. Carter, with whom Julia collaborated closely, won the Academy Award for her work on Black Panther. The cherry on top: Ruth wore a custom 3D-printed piece created by Julia for the Oscar festivities.
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Two Brand Spankin’ New Colors For 3D Printing In Alumide To Inspire You
What would you print in Bordeaux? What about Petrol Blue? Well now you can get prints in these two colors for 3D printing in Alumide thanks to yours truly.
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Solving Storage Space with 3D Printing: RCKZ Designs Stackable Sneaker Display
One of the most familiar dilemmas of being a shoe lover is finding the space to store your latest acquisitions. And even if you do find a corner in the back of your closet – how can you admire them from there? German company RCKZ used 3D printing to design a stackable, stylish storage box. Read all about their story!
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Our 8 Favorite 3D-Printed Sculptures
One of the things we love about 3D printing is how it brings out the creativity in people. It’s a technology with almost limitless design possibilities – and that leads to some pretty fantastic art. Discover what our favorite 3D-printed sculptures are!
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MOA: The 3D-Printed Bicycle Strap You Didn’t Know You Needed
Sometimes the simplest ideas can make our lives a whole lot easier. That was the thinking behind MOA, a start-up creating a leg strap that keeps you clean and tidy while biking – all while looking great! Designer Alen Zubic told us all about his idea behind the project, and why 3D printing was crucial for making a proper prototype.
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3D Printing At The Movies: How A Costume Was 3D Printed For Black Panther
Unless you’ve lived under a rock for the last decade or so, chances are you’ve already watched (or at least heard of) the Marvel cinematic universe, including hits like Black Panther.
This blockbuster was acclaimed by the public and movie critics for many reasons, including the impressive costumes worn by the characters. (more…)
Alice in 3D Printing Wonderland
For many people, 3D printing just means prototypes and industrial designs, but at i.materialise we’re well aware that this is not true! For us, 3D printing is synonymous with creativity, art, design and even fashion.
3D printing can be used for the design of a beautiful kettle, to create incredible pieces of jewelry, or such as in this case, to bring a pair of dream shoes to life!
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