Brickit

Whilst I was researching into VFX medias that I could use as a resource throughout my project, I came across a plug-in for Maya called Brickit. Brickit is a plugin that imports every LEGO brick into Maya with its very own snapping system, allowing anyone to be able to easily create LEGO models within Maya. Although I cannot say much about the programme as I have only just started using it, I can say that it is incredibly fun and theirs a lot of potential for me to use this new plugin within this VFX project. The plugin is 30 pound and it is worth every dime, so far I have been able to create a wide range of models and easily render them. Hopefully, If I have time, I will be able to composite some of these LEGO objects into the real world. I currently have a lot of plans for what i want to create within this project, however, if I have time to implement some of these new designs within my work than I will. If not, then I will definitely include them in a future project! Using Brickit so far has been a nostalgic trip, I used to love LEGO as a kid and it was probably playing with LEGO that sparked my passion for 3D modelling, so far I have created 3 vehicles and with each one I have had to download the instructions from the LEGO site. I felt like a kid again, and it was an amazing experience to dive back into my childhood, I would recommend any 3D modeler to give this programme a try as it is truly a lot of fun. Lets just hope I can find the chance to implement it into my work!