Teddy Boy

Project Overview

Teddy Boy is an artistic collaboration led by Vic Garcia in Miami, FL. The project aimed to create a unique, large-scale teddy bear sculpture that merges playful design with contemporary art.

Objectives and Goals

The primary goal was to design a captivating and whimsical sculpture that would appeal to both children and adults. The project sought to explore new techniques in sculpting and painting, while emphasizing creativity and craftsmanship.

Key Challenges

Key challenges included translating the initial 2D concept art into a 3D sculpture, ensuring structural stability, and achieving the desired finish and color scheme.

Teddy Boy conceptual sketch

Process and Development

  • Concept Design: The project began with a detailed sketch of Teddy Boy, highlighting its fun and quirky personality.
  • Initial Sculpting: The initial form was sculpted using clay, capturing the essence of the design.
  • Digital Milling: The clay model was then digitized and milled using advanced CNC machinery to create a precise foam prototype.
  • Final Sculpting and Painting: The foam prototype was meticulously refined and painted, bringing Teddy Boy to life with vibrant colors and smooth finishes.

Teddy Boy getting shaped by CNC machinery

Results

The final sculpture stands as a testament to innovative design and artistic collaboration. It features a bold color palette and playful details, making it an eye-catching piece in any setting.

Teddy Boy in exhibition

Vic Garcia with Teddy Boy

Conclusion

Teddy Boy successfully combines art and design, demonstrating the potential of modern sculpting techniques. This project paves the way for future explorations in large-scale artistic creations.

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