In this book, certified LEGO professional Ryan ‘Brickman’ McNaught details the different skills needed to become a skillful LEGO builder. By highlighting skills such as design and preparation, paying attention to small details, and more McNaught takes the reader through a detailed process of how to greatly improve as a builder. Through this book’s guidance, you can learn how to expand your imagination and transform ordinary LEGO’s into breathtaking creations of your choice. 304 pgs, pb.
Brickman's Big Book of Better Builds
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037718
ISBN
9781911668589
Grade 8-AD
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Publisher's Description of Brickman's Big Book of Better Builds
This comprehensive, behind-the-scenes guide from the star judge of LEGO Masters Australia shows you how to scope any LEGO project, large or small. All the key skills are covered - from settling on a design, prototyping and considering size, scale and structure, to harnessing pro techniques like SNOT (studs-not-on-top) and 'jumping off the grid', as well as adding awesome action features that will bring your build to life.
Packed with fascinating insider tips and illustrated examples of each skill, and featuring one of Brickman's own builds as a case study to reinforce the key techniques, this book is a backstage pass to your most impressive LEGO creation yet.
Packed with fascinating insider tips and illustrated examples of each skill, and featuring one of Brickman's own builds as a case study to reinforce the key techniques, this book is a backstage pass to your most impressive LEGO creation yet.
Category Description for LEGO® Building Idea Books
If you're looking for construction inspiration, your search is over! These LEGO® Building Idea Books offer ideas and building instructions for projects using collections of your existing LEGO® bricks. Many of the builds in these books can also be completed using bricks found in specific LEGO® Classic sets. These sets are specified in each book's product description.
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| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 8-AD |
| Brand: | Murdock Books |
| Author: | Ryan McNaught |
| ISBN: | 9781911668589 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.875 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 2.8 |
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