Two approaches. One creative process.
Whether I'm recreating architectural detail through CAD or developing a sculpture through collaborative AI design, every piece begins with an idea. Each follows its own creative journey, combining technology, experimentation and my own design and engineering experience to produce a finished keepsake.
My architectural models begin with research. Using architectural drawings, photographs and reference material, I create original CAD models in SketchUp.
My engineering background helps me interpret the structure, proportions and finer details of each building. The digital model is then refined through prototype printing and testing, ensuring that architectural detail and print quality work together. From the initial digital model to the finished 3D-printed keepsake, the design and production are my own work.
Research and reference gathering
Original CAD modelling
Detail refinement and test printing
Final production and assembly
The completed CAD model is the foundation for a range of finished products. I consider how each building can best be presented, whether as a detailed relief, a set of bookends or another architectural keepsake. The format is an important part of the design process, influencing proportions, detail and how the finished piece will be displayed. Each presentation is developed to showcase the architecture while creating a distinctive and meaningful keepsake.
My sculptural keepsakes begin with an idea, often inspired by a scriptural story or a particular moment. I use AI as a creative partner to explore and develop these ideas into original three-dimensional designs.
The process is collaborative and iterative. Through a series of prompts, discussions and refinements, I explore different interpretations, adjust details and develop the design until it captures the concept I have in mind.
Once a design has taken shape, I take it into 3D modelling and printing, resolving practical challenges and refining the prototype. The final piece is the result of both creative exploration and hands-on technical work.
My aim is not to reproduce a particular person or traditional image, but to create a sculpture that captures a story while leaving room for the viewer's own imagination and interpretation.
Concept and inspiration – An idea, story or moment provides the starting point.
Collaborative AI design – Working through prompts, discussion and repeated refinements to explore and develop the concept.
Design development – Selecting and refining the resulting design, addressing details and preparing it for production.
Prototyping and refinement – 3D printing, evaluating the result and making further adjustments.
Final production – Producing the finished sculpture.
See the finished collection of handcrafted architectural keepsakes.
After all... every good tour ends in the gift shop!