Digital Bodies🧍🏻‍♀️

Session Nutshell 🌰🐚

Week one at Fabri was a blast! 🎉 I got to present my Fabri website, and let me tell you, I was both excited and super nervous. But guess what? My review went amazing! I even got the best compliment ever: “Emerging Queen of Documentation!” 👑 It made all the hard work worth it, and I felt so proud!

With that win, I was totally pumped for week two, ready to dive into 3D software and laser cutting! 🖥️✨

This week's focus was on "digital bodies," and it was absolutely fascinating! We explored different ways to look at the human body through:

Human proportions: From the Egyptian Grid System to the Vitruvian Man 🏛️, Le Corbusier’s Modulor II 📏, and of course, Michelangelo’s David 🗿.

Ergonomics: Applying human factors like psychology and physiology to design.

Anthropometry: Measuring and analyzing human physical traits, from strength to size. 💪

Biometrics: How we use human data for authentication and beyond!

From body stereotypes to virtual tailoring, we even touched on the world’s first digital supermodel! 😍 I was also introduced to brands like The Fabricant, NFT fashion, and digital couture tech—such cool stuff! We viewed incredible artistic expressions of the body, and I especially loved the works of Antony Gormley –, David Černý and Claudia Fontes.

The history of prosthetics and how artists turned them into expressive extensions! I was Mind blown! 🧠💥

Then we got into the digital fabrication process, learned about different 3D modeling methods,and softwares, I was most excited about exploring Blender MakeHuman and Mixamo 💻🎨

We wrapped up by checking out some stunning student projects, with works by Sara Alvarez and Saskia Helinska really standing out for me. 👏 And, of course, we ended with a brief on our next assignment... let’s go! 🎯

Assignment Deep Dive 📝

Digital Bodies

After exploring the assessment criteria from the Fabricademy website.

In both the global session and via an insightful talk with my internal mentor, Mina, two phrases really hit me hard. In the global session, someone said, "The body is the canvas of the tailor," 🎨✂️ and during Mina's session, she asked, "What does the word body mean to you?" 🤔 Both questions really stayed with me and got me thinking deeply about what body truly means to me.

Honestly, I’ve always been super conscious of my own body. 🙈 I tend to overanalyze myself—especially my weight—which has been a constant yo-yo 🎢, and maintaining what I think is my "ideal" body weight has been a real challenge. So, when Mina asked that powerful question, the first thing that popped into my head was shapes. 🔺⚪️🔷

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But as the conversation went on and I reflected more. another phrase came to mind: Your body is your temple. ⛩️ That thought sparked the inspiration for my project! 🔥

Concept 💡

Given my love for sketching Lord Shiva 🕉️, the concept of temples, and my brand logo for The Doodleist—which features a lion 🦁 along with mermaids 🧜‍♀️ and goddesses 🧝‍♀️—I decided to merge all these elements. My idea was to create a fierce goddess, with my lion logo subtly blending into her face, inspired by the Indian god Narasimha, who has the face of a lion. 🦁✨

My concept is to embody the fierceness and strength of women 💪, much like the goddess Kali 🖤, combined with the lion’s confidence and bravery (from my logo). At the same time, I wanted to capture the delicacy and beauty of being a woman, which I felt was best represented by mythical mermaids. 🧜‍♀️🌊 This project feels deeply personal and empowering, blending symbolism, strength, and the beauty of the feminine in ways that reflect my own journey. 🛤️👩‍🎨 It’s all about embracing the power, grace, and magic that lies within! 💫👑

A few references that stood out for me from a production point of view

Once I had my moodboard and basic concept ready, I started sketching out some thumbnail ideas and figuring out my production process.

My first priority now was to figure out the softwares.

Understanding Softwares 🧠

The softwares I experimented with

1. Kiri (Mobile App) 📱 Kiri is like the magic wand of 3D scanning. You point your phone at something, and BAM! It turns your object into a 3D model. You could scan your coffee cup, your sneakers, or even your pet (if they stay still long enough!) and bring them into the digital world.

2. MeshMixer🧩 MeshMixer is the creative doctor for 3D models. Got a model that needs some tweaking? This tool lets you fix, sculpt, and remix your models like a pro. It’s perfect for when you want to Frankenstein different parts together or repair a broken 3D scan.

3. Blender🌀 No, not the one you make smoothies with! Blender is the powerhouse of 3D design software. It's perfect for creating everything from simple models to Hollywood-level animations. You can sculpt, paint, animate, and even make movie-like special effects. Your imagination’s the only limit!

4. MakeHuman🧍 Ever wanted to build your own human? MakeHuman is your virtual mannequin generator. You can adjust every detail—height, weight, facial features—to create your perfect digital human model. It’s like The Sims, but way more customizable.

5. TinkerCad🎨: TinkerCad is 3D modeling’s version of a coloring book—super beginner-friendly and fun! It’s drag-and-drop, so you can create cool things like toys, jewelry, and prototypes without needing a degree in 3D design. Perfect for dipping your toes into the 3D world.

6. Slicer🍰: A slicer isn’t for cake (sadly), but it’s equally satisfying. It takes your 3D design and cuts it into layers—so your 3D printer knows exactly how to build it up, one tiny layer at a time. Think of it as turning your masterpiece into a step-by-step instruction guide for your printer.

7. Mixamo🕺: Mixamo is your go-to tool for breathing life into your 3D characters. Want your model to dance, run, or do a backflip? With just a few clicks, Mixamo gives your characters professional-looking animations. It's like having a dance party in 3D land!

8. EXScan Pro 📷: EXScan Pro is your 3D scanner’s best friend. It helps you capture detailed scans of real-world objects and convert them into digital models. You can scan things like statues or car parts and use the digital version for designing, modifying, or printing. It’s like copying the real world into your computer!

9. Laser Cutter 🔥: The laser cutter is a cutting-edge tool—literally! It uses a high-powered laser beam to slice through materials like wood, plastic, or fabric with pinpoint accuracy. Think of it as a lightsaber for making intricate designs or cutting out parts for your project.

10. 3D Printer 🖨️: A 3D printer is like having a mini factory on your desk! It builds up layers of material (like plastic or resin) to create a real-life version of your digital design. From toys to tools to even clothes, if you can imagine it, you can print it!

Now that I know what each software does, I move onto experimenting with my main concept through experimentation

Experimentation Phase 🎨✨

Kiri 📱

I kicked off by diving into the Kiri app to get a feel for how it works. I absolutely loved how easy it was to scan objects—I used a Minion toy as my test subject, and it was super fun! 🧸📸 insert image here

Once I got comfortable with Kiri, I decided to take it for a spin around campus with my awesome FabriAcademy buddy, Gunjan, and an enthusiastic student, Yuvika, who was more than excited to help us with the scan! 👫🔍

How Kiri Works:

1. Download the app and log in. ✅
2. Tap the plus icon ➕ and select Photo Scan.
3. You have three modes to choose from:

Photo mode: Manually take pictures while rotating your object/moving around it. 📷

Video mode: Record a video as you rotate the object or walk around it. 🎥

Seconds mode: You can use a timer to automate the clicks at intervals while moving freehand. ⏱️

1. Take between 20-100 photos for a good quality scan.
2. Select the photos, upload the project, and choose your rendering options. 📤
3. Wait for it to process (queue it up ⏳), and voilà! You’ve got a 3D model of your object.

You can even email the file to yourself and choose the file type based on the software you want to use! 💌 And just like that, you've got a 3D-scanned render ready to play with! 🖥️

MeshMixer 🧩

Next up was MeshMixer, where things got really fun! I experimented with my 3D render, smoothing out surfaces like a pro. However, my body scan looked more like a Roman ruin 🏛️, but that didn’t stop me from enjoying the process!

How To Smooth on MeshMixer:

1. Open MeshMixer and import your file.

1. Click on Sculpt > Brushes > Robust Sculpt.

1. Go over your object with the brush, and watch the magic happen! 🪄✨

2. To save your work for Blender, go to File > Export > Name your file > Select saving destination > Choose the file format > Save!

MeshMixer made it super easy to polish my 3D render! Even if my object looked like an ancient artifact, smoothing it out was a blast! ⚒️

Blender 🌀

Blender was a whole new adventure! The interface looks intense at first (definitely intimidating!), so to avoid being completely overwhelmed, I checked out a few videos from CG Cookies Blender Basics Tutorials to get familiar with the software. I went through the first eight videos while crying internally😭😭 —because yes, I was doing this at 2 AM! 😅🌙

My Blender Experiment with the Digital Body Project 🦁✨

I recently dived into Blender to experiment with my digital body project. It was such a creative and fun experience to work with the 3D girl object and a lion face I had previously downloaded.

Here’s a breakdown of my process:

1.Basic Experiment – Lion Face on the Girl's Face 🦁➡️👧 First, I went with the most straightforward approach: simply placing the lion's face on the girl's face. It was a starting point, but pretty basic—nothing too exciting.

2.Exploring the Lion's Mane on the Girl's Head 🦁✨👧 Then, I had a more creative idea: masking out the lion's face and adding only the lion's mane to the girl's head. I really liked how this turned out—it gave the girl a wild, majestic look, which resonated with me.

To remove the lion's head I went to Edit Mode

With the selection tool, selected the verticies and deleted them

Then fused the lion head with the girl's head by simply dragging

3.Half Human, Half Lion 👩🏻🦁 Next, I tried creating a half-human, half-lion face. This option was intriguing, and although I liked it a lot, I felt limited by my current skills in taking it further the way I had envisioned. But it definitely sparked ideas! Check out the Split Mesh Tutorial to know how I sliced my objects on blender

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Moving Forward with the Lion's Mane Concept 🌟🦁👧

I ultimately decided to go with the second option—the lion’s mane on the girl’s face. To take it a step further, I brought in elements from The Doodleist logo using Illustrator to see how it would fit into the design. I liked how everything was coming together!

I chose this as my final concept because it aligns with my initial idea of merging The Doodleist logo with the concept of a goddess, symbolizing power, creativity, and transformation. 🏆✨

After I got the basics down, I ventured into installing the laser slicer tool in Blender.

How To Install the Laser Slicer Tool in Blender:

1. Open Blender.

1. Go to Edit > Preferences.

1. Click on the small arrow at the top and select Install from Disk. 💾

1. Choose the downloaded slicer plugin (Pro tip: keep the file zipped! Do NOT unzip it).

1. Click Install from Disk and save your preferences.

1. Go back to Blender, hit N key on your keyboard, and boom—the plugin panel appears, and it’s installed! 🎉

However I found it a bit hard to slice my 3D object in blender so I downloaded Slicer for Fusion to Slice my girl object

Slicer for Fusion 🍰

The Slicer extension for Fusion is like slicing through a cake—simple and satisfying! 🎂 This tool breaks down complex 3D models into layers for easy assembly, and it’s honestly a game-changer.

Here's how to use it:

Step 1 Import your file into Slicer.

Step 2 Adjust the file size in manufacturing settings. 📐

Step 3 Input your object dimensions.

Step 4 Choose your construction style, which defines how your object will be sliced. You can preview your changes and make adjustments as needed. 🧐

Step 5 Use Slice Distribution to set the number and spacing of slices. 🧩

Step 6 Play around with slice direction to control how your model is cut.

Step 7 The Assembly Steps feature shows you a flat layout of all your pieces and lets you choose materials for preview.

Step 8 Once you're happy with everything, click Get Plans and export the file as a DXF. Save it to your computer and you're good to go! 💾

MakeHuman 🧍‍♂️

MakeHuman is seriously one of the most fun and intuitive tools out there for creating your very own digital human! It’s like playing a super advanced version of The Sims, where you just move around sliders to adjust everything—height, body shape, facial features—you name it! You can easily customize every little detail to create the perfect digital human.

Start with a Base Human: When you open MakeHuman, it gives you a base human model to start with. From here, it’s all about tweaking! You can adjust every part of the body—height, proportions, and even muscle definition. 💪

Play with the Sliders: The fun part is moving the sliders! Each slider controls a different aspect of the body, like head shape, arm length, or torso size. I had fun experimenting with all the different combinations to create unique characters. 🧙‍♂️

Customize the Face: You can get super detailed with the facial features—change the shape of the eyes, nose, lips, and more. I created a few different characters with unique looks by playing around with the facial sliders. 👁️👃👄

Choose Clothing and Poses: MakeHuman also lets you add clothes to your character and put them in different poses! I selected a few fun outfits and placed my character in some action poses to see how they would look. 🕺👗

Export Your Human: Once you’re done creating your custom human, you can export the model in various formats (perfect for using in other 3D software like Blender). Just hit Export, choose your file type, and you’re good to go! 📤

Here’s my little human creation:

MakeHuman makes creating custom 3D humans super easy and fun! It’s perfect for when you want to quickly design characters with a ton of customization options. 👾 Can't wait to use these characters in my future projects!

Mixamo 🕺

I couldn’t wait to dive into Mixamo by Adobe when our mentor Kae showed us the project they had done—it’s like an instant animation studio in your pocket! 🎉 Since I wanted to get a feel for how it works, I started by playing with their preset models (and honestly, it was super fun and saved me a ton of time!). Mixamo has a huge library of ready-to-go characters, so you don’t need your own 3D models to get started. It’s a perfect way to experiment without having to create anything from scratch. 👾✨

I went wild with all sorts of animations—from breakdancing to combat moves—and it was so cool to see my & the preset models come to life! Here’s how I explored it:

Choose a Model: You can upload your own model or a preset model, I chose to upload my MakeHuman model here to have some fun.

Place Markers Mixamo guides you where you need to put the markers on the body this would help with animating your character with ease.

Pick an Animation: This part was super fun! Mixamo has hundreds of animations to choose from, like dancing, fighting, jumping, or even superhero flying! 🦸‍♀️ My fav ones were the dance moves! . ⚔️

Customize the Animation: Once you choose an animation, you can adjust things like speed, arm movement, and even foot spacing. I played around with the settings to make the moves look smoother or add more intensity. It’s so cool how much control you have over the movement! 🌀💥

Preview & Download: After making a few adjustments, I previewed the animations. Watching the characters perform the moves in real-time was amazing! Once I was happy with the result, I downloaded the files for later use in Blender. You can export in various formats depending on what you want to do next! 📥💻

Mixamo’s preset models made the whole animation process so easy and quick! 🎬 Whether you're just starting out or want to experiment with a variety of characters, Mixamo gives you everything you need. I had a blast making these characters groove, fight, and fly—and I’m already excited to try out more wild combinations! 💃🕺

Tinkercad (Online) 🎨

Tinkercad is your gateway to 3D design. It’s beginner-friendly with a super simple interface and tons of preset shapes to experiment with. You can mess around with different objects, materials, and even learn the basics of working in 3D without feeling overwhelmed. It's like the sandbox of 3D design—just dive in and start creating! ✨

Here’s how I got started: ✏️

1. Create a New Design Once you log in to Tinkercad, hit that big Create New Design button. You’ll be taken to a workspace that feels like your personal 3D sandbox. 🏖️

2. Drag and Drop Presets Tinkercad has a bunch of preset shapes like cubes, spheres, and even text! 🟦🔴 You can just drag them onto the workspace and start building. I started by playing with simple shapes and stacking them to create some fun abstract structures.

3. Adjust Size and Position You can resize, rotate, and move the shapes around however you want! Just click on any object and use the adjustment tools to customize the size or position. I loved resizing different shapes to create cool combinations. 🔄📏

4. Combine Shapes Here’s where it gets even cooler—you can combine multiple shapes to create complex designs. Tinkercad lets you group objects together to form new structures.

5. Export Your Design Once you’re happy with your creation, you can export it for 3D printing or further tweaking in other software. Just click Export and choose your preferred file format. Voila! You’ve got a ready-to-use 3D model. 💾

Check out my Tinkercad creation

I played around with some preset shapes that the sofware provided just to get the hang of how it works!

EXScan Pro 📷

I was super excited to get my hands on the EXScan Pro available on campus! This scanner is seriously cool and felt like stepping into some high-tech futuristic gadget. My colleague, Gunjan, and I teamed up to scan each other and see what this amazing machine could do. 🤖🧍‍♀️🧍‍♂️

We used the handheld scanning technique, which was a fun challenge. We scanned everything from our bodies to our hands, experimenting to see how precise the machine was. What I learned pretty quickly was that the handheld technique is super sensitive to even the tiniest movement! 🤏 Unfortunately, we didn’t have a stand to stabilize things, which made it even trickier.

Despite that, the quality of the scans was top-notch—very high-res! However, I have to admit, the process took a lot longer than I expected, especially compared to the Kiri mobile scanner. ⏳ While the quality difference between EXScan and Kiri is huge, the app just felt so much more convenient for quick scans. But hey, you can’t rush perfection, right?

Here are the steps I followed (and some cool snapshots of the process):

1. Set up the EXScan Pro: Make sure your scanning environment is stable and well-lit!

2. Handheld Scanning: Move around the object (or person!) slowly, keeping steady (which was very hard to do) to avoid blur. 🎥

3. Body & Hand Scanning: We experimented with scanning full bodies and individual hands to test the scanner's precision. 👐

4. Quality Check: We checked the high-res results and compared them to mobile scans. The details were amazing, but the process took time!

5. Save & Export: Once satisfied, save the scan and export it to use with your 3D software of choice! 💾

Laser cutter 🔥:

The laser cutter is like having a lightsaber at your fingertips! 🔥⚔️ This high-powered tool uses a precision laser beam to slice through materials like wood, plastic, and fabric with absolute accuracy. Whether you’re creating intricate designs or cutting out parts for a project, this machine is a total game-changer! It’s so cool watching it work—it feels like something straight out of a sci-fi movie. 🌟

Before diving in, the team at Fab Lab gave us an awesome walkthrough on how the laser cutter works. They explained all the settings and tips to make sure we were ready to use it safely and effectively. The demo was super helpful, and I felt much more confident getting started! 🛠️✨

Here’s how I got started with the laser cutter:

1. Prepare Your Design: First, I prepped my design in a vector file format (like SVG or DXF). You need to make sure your design is compatible with the laser cutter software, so everything’s ready for cutting. ✏️💻

2. Choose Your Material: I used a 3-ply corrugated cardboard for my project, which is sturdy yet lightweight—perfect for laser cutting. 📦✨ The material is easy to work with and produces really neat,crisp cuts. (ProTip : doing a quick laser test always helps)

3. Set the Cutting Parameters: Once the cardboard was loaded into the machine, we set the laser’s cutting parameters. These include things like the laser’s power, speed, and focus. Since cardboard cuts differently than wood or acrylic, we made sure to adjust the settings for a clean, precise cut. ⚙️📐 Our Fab Lab instructor shared the the above image to understand how to operate the laser cutter with ease

4. Run the Laser Cutter: Now for the exciting part! Watching the laser cutter in action was mesmerizing. It followed the design perfectly, cutting through the cardboard with pinpoint accuracy. The laser beam was like magic, creating detailed shapes and patterns layer by layer. 🌀⚡

5. Remove and Assemble: After the machine finished cutting, I carefully removed the pieces from the bed. The parts were super precise, and all that was left was assembling them. It felt like putting together a 3D puzzle! 🧩🔨

These were the parameters used for laser cutting :

Using the laser cutter was such a thrilling experience, especially with the help from the Fab Lab team. The precision and power of this tool are amazing, and you can create everything from intricate designs to functional pieces with ease! 🚀🔥

3D Printer 🖨️

The 3D printer is like having your own mini factory right on your desk! 🖨️✨ It turns digital designs into real, tangible objects by building them layer by layer—totally mesmerizing to watch! It’s perfect for creating prototypes, functional parts, or even cool decorative pieces. The possibilities are endless! 🌟

The team at Fab Lab also gave us an amazing walkthrough of the 3D printer, explaining everything from how to prepare files to how the machine works its magic. It made the whole process much smoother, and I felt ready to start printing! 💡🛠️

Here’s how I got started with the 3D printer:

1. Prepare Your Design Just like with the laser cutter, I started by preparing my 3D design in a compatible format (like STL). The design was loaded into slicing software that converts the model into layers and sets parameters for the print. 🖥️📐

2. Choose Your Material: For this print, I used PLA+, which is perfect for creating durable yet lightweight objects.

3. Set the Print Parameters: After loading the material into the 3D printer, I adjusted the print settings. This includes layer height, infill (how solid the object is), and print speed. The Fab Lab team helped me tweak everything to ensure the print would come out smoothly and efficiently. ⚙️💡 Setting The height Setting Parameters of Quality Setting Parameters of Shell & Infill Setting Build Plate & Exporting for Local

4. Start Printing: Now for the fun part! Watching the 3D printer in action is absolutely fascinating. It slowly builds the object layer by layer, each one stacking on top of the last until your design comes to life. It’s almost like magic watching a digital file become something you can hold in your hands. 🧱✨

5. Remove and Finishing Touches: Once the print was finished, I removed the object from the print bed. Sometimes, you need to do a bit of post-processing—like sanding or cleaning up edges—but the result was a smooth, finished piece. Ready to go! 🖼️🛠️

Using the 3D printer was such a cool experience, especially after the guidance from the Fab Lab team. Watching a digital design transform into something real, right in front of your eyes, is like a mix of art and science. 🖨️✨ Definitely a tool I’ll be using for a lot more projects!

Project Assembly 🛠️

After all the exploring and experimenting, I had everything I needed to showcase my Digital Body—all set up digitally, as you saw above. The only thing left? Assembling the actual pieces! 🧩 Easy, right? Well… not quite.

In my overconfidence, I thought it would be a breeze—just insert the pieces together, and voilà! But oh boy, was I so wrong. 😅

I sat down with my pieces, feeling like a DIY pro. I even went back to my trusty Slicer software where the layout was planned, and followed the little step-by-step assembly guide it had (seriously, bless the genius who added that feature! 🙏). All you have to do is click on the right left arrows at the bottom and see each shape get fit, the alphabet and numbers help identitfy the shape on your laser cut! 😅😅😅😅

At this point, I still had no idea that things were about to get real tricky.

So, I started confidently joining the pieces. All was going well… until the dreaded interlocking pieces came into play. 😬 That’s when my patience decided to leave the chat. The pieces would either refuse to slide in or, when they did, they’d bend or dent, turning my once-promising structure into a wobbly mess. It was like trying to solve a 3D puzzle while juggling! 🤹‍♀️

Stop motion of assembly

IT. WAS. SO. HARD! 😫 My goddess, human, and lion logo combo was fighting back! But I wasn't ready to give up. After what felt like hours of wrestling with cardboard and fighting the urge to just glue everything together, I finally had something that resembled my original concept. 🎉

Now, I won't lie—I'm not 100% proud of the aesthetics of the final outcome (it’s definitely more “abstract art” than “masterpiece”). But I am super proud of the fact that I powered through and incorporated all the skills and learnings this assignment demanded! 💪✨

Moral of the story? Assembly isn’t always as easy as it looks, but the struggle makes the victory that much sweeter! 😂

Concept Note 👑🦁

High-res image of the final piece

This cardboard structure is more than just a cool 3D version of my logo—it's a symbol of what it means to wear your power, your strength, and your identity like a crown. 💫 Inspired by the idea that your body is your temple, this piece reflects the balance between fierce strength and delicate beauty that exists within every woman. And what's more fitting for a crown than a lion's mane, right? 🦁👸

Let’s dive into it! The head of the woman proudly wears parts of my Doodleist logo as a crown—featuring the lion, mermaids, moon, star, and sun—all elements that come together to showcase how a woman can be anything and everything.

The Lion’s Mane represents leadership, power, and resilience. In ancient times, alphas wore a lion’s mane as a victory symbol, showing their dominance and strength over their environment. Just like that, this woman wears her mane proudly, symbolizing her triumphs and challenges. It’s a sign that she is an alpha in her own right, strong and unstoppable! 🦁✨

The Mermaids are all about mystery, fascination, and a hint of magic. They bring out the softer, more enchanting side of femininity. Even when strong, a woman can still be captivating and graceful, luring people in with her charm. 🧜‍♀️🌊

The Moon and the Star represent nocturnal energy and mystery. Women, much like the phases of the moon, cycle through moments of full power and quiet reflection. 🌙✨ These symbols remind us of the intuition, calm, and guidance that comes with embracing our inner self—even in the darkest times.

The Sun is the fire sign 🔥 that burns inside every woman. It represents passion, creativity, and the drive to make things happen. With the sun sitting below the crown, it shows that beneath all the strength, beauty, and grace, there’s a fierce flame ready to ignite any challenge. 🌞

But here's where it gets super interesting—this structure ties back to the body. The body is a temple, and just like the crown on this figure, it reflects everything we stand for. The lion’s mane sits on her head, but it’s a symbol of victory and empowerment worn proudly by the body. From the top of her head to the soles of her feet, this goddess figure carries both the fierceness of a lion and the delicate beauty of a mermaid. 🦁🧜‍♀️

The crown isn’t just an accessory—it’s a statement. It shows how women embody strength and beauty, victory and grace, all at once. And much like the alphas of ancient times who wore the lion’s mane as a symbol of their triumph over the wild, this figure wears her crown of symbols to showcase her own personal victories. She’s a protector, a warrior, a creator, and an inspiration. ✨💪

In the end, this structure reflects how women wear their strength like a crown every day—whether it’s in the form of lion’s mane, a moonlit night, or a blazing sun. 🌟 The pieces of this crown symbolize all the different sides of a woman’s identity, showing that she can be strong, soft, bold, and mysterious all at once. And when she wears her crown, the world better watch out, because she’s stepping into her full power! 👑🔥

Reflections 🪞

1. Laser Precision ✂️: Working with the laser cutter was like wielding a magic wand—getting those crisp cuts on corrugated cardboard felt like a win!

2. Team Power 💪: Fab Lab mentors and peers were absolute lifesavers, guiding and troubleshooting through the hiccups.

3. Design Evolution 🎢: From initial sketches to final perfection, every iteration was a step closer to nailing it!

4. File Prep ⚙️: Prepping those files was key—get it wrong, and chaos awaits!

5. Zen Attitude 🧘‍♀️: Stay calm, carry on. Setbacks were simply opportunities to master patience.

Fabrication files 📁

⬇️ Download | Lion Mane

⬇️ Download | Woman Bust

⬇️ Download | Laser Cut Sheets

⬇️ Download | Woman + Lion Mane

Special Mentions 🌟

A huge thank you to our mentors Rico,Mina,Kae. ⭐⭐⭐

Our Fab Lab Instructors Pranav ,Akhilesh for the walk through of all fab lab tools and helping me keep calm ❤️😅

To two of my students Yuvika and Mihir for enthusiastically being ready to assist wherever needed! 😍😍