A scale model is a representation or copy of an object that is larger or smaller than the actual size of the object . Very often the scale model is smaller than the original and used as a guide to making the object in full size.
Hobbyists or amateur modelmakers make die-cast models, injection molded, model railroads, remote control vehicles, wargaming and fantasy collectibles, model ships and ships in bottles for their own enjoyment.
Scale models can also be objects of art, either being created by artists or being rediscovered and transformed into art by artists.
The totem poles of the US Pacific Northwest are an art form of the Native Americans of that region. According to the Manataka American Indian Council , totems are non-religious in nature: "Totem figures are not Gods. Totems are not worshiped like religious icons nor used as a talisman. They were never used to ward off evil ...
This papercraft car is a promotional item produced by the now defunct American Motor Company to introduce their 1972 Gremlin automobile. A line of text on the template proclaims, "Cut out and build a Gremlin, then come in and we will put you in the real thing." The white boxes on the sides of the car are where the car dealer's contact inform...
Black Star Toy has a paper toy assortment of some of my favorite female characters from Marvel Comics. From left to right are Mystique . Psylocke , and the Scarlet Witch . Each of the characters has played a significant role in the X-Men titles, with the Scarlet Witch being a member of the Avengers as well. Black Star Toy also features ...
I think this paper doll thing is growing on me. ^^ These paper dolls were created in 2011 to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of Tim Burton's movie, Edward Scissorhands . If you look closely you will recognize all sorts of props and characters from the movie. This art is the work of illustrator Rozenn Bothuon and may be downloaded here ...
There seems to be an abundance of Fantasy themed paper model helmets around these days. Here is another one to add to the tally. This LOTR Elf helmet by Movieman has a unique open design. From its looks, I assume that this papercraft is based on a 3D model from one of the many of the Lord of the Rings video games. The Pepakura PDO template for the...
The Cubeecraft website now has a side project of pop-ups called "Pixel Pages". As you might expect from the title, these pop-ups primarily feature classic 8-bit video game characters, however other pop culture characters in pixelated form are available too. Pictured above are Link from Legend of Zelda, Disney's Scrooge McDuck, Gizmo from Gremlins,...
I like the retro styling of this little papercraft UFO. The finished model measures only three inches (7.6 cm) across. Created by Sirrob01, the flying saucer was originally intended for use in miniature gaming. The PDF template for the model may be downloaded here . Sirrob says the guns are the hardest part of the build followed by...
The female character Chun-Li first appeared in the Capcom video game Street Fighter II . She has appeared in every Street Fighter game since, as well as the Marvel vs. Capcom series of games. These full size paper models of Chun-Li's iconic bracelets were created by "ishi kami no kusuri". The template for the bracelets comes in both PDF and Pepaku...
For those of you who were hoping for more Half-Life papercraft, here is a little something until I can put together something more elaborate. This is a paper model of the Mk2 grenade that appears in the Half-Life 1 video game (as you might gather from the delightfully pixelated textures ^^). At only four parts, it is a simple build. Th...
The Time Lords in the Doctor Who television show have the ability to regenerate a new body when critically injured. Doctor Who, being a Time Lord, has regenerated eleven times in the history of the series. DeviantART member Rabenstolz has created chibi paper toys of each of the eleven doctors. Links to each of the .jpg templates may be f...
Here is yet another papercraft helmet from The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim video game. This time it is one of the several helmets that may accompany Stormcloak armor. In the storyline of the game, Stormcloaks are a faction that opposes the Imperial Legion. The template for this full scale paper model was created by Rundown and may be downloaded here ....
Finally, another Skyrim papercraft! This full size paper model is of a Daedric armor helmet. In the video game, Daedric armor has the highest base armor rating. The Pepakura PDO template for this papercraft was put together as a freebie by the guys at Propzone and may be downloaded here . Previous posts of Skyrim papercraft: Iron Helmet ...
One of the example 3D models that comes with the free 3D modeling software, Metasequoia, is a yellow mech. The folks at PaperBotz have converted the mech into a miniature paper model. Click on the image of the template here to get the PDF of the model. Click on the mirror link to get the Pepakura PDO file. Now if it was only articulated then we wo...
This origami of Spock's head is surprisingly simple to fold. Mr. Spock, of course, is one of the best known characters from the original Star Trek television series. The folding pattern for this and dozens of other origami creations are available at Anita Barbour's origami website here .
The character Aayla Secura appears in two of the six Star Wars movies: Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith. She is a Twi'lek Jedi Master who served as a general in the Clone Wars. This paper model of Aayla is by Noturno Sukhoi. The Pepakura PDO template may be downloaded here . The finished model stands around 9" (22.5 cm) tall.
