The article does not say explicitly one way or the other, though I am of the impression, based upon what he does say, that he used standard pieces from different brick sets.
''I've really got a new appreciation for the Romans and how they made things. For me, the challenge of making something oval-shaped out of square bricks was mind-boggling.''
Most LEGO stores have a "Brick Wall" with unusual shapes, colors, items, that you can purchase in bulk. Perhaps he was able to find the necessary items there.
In the LEGO Star Wars Visual Guide by DK, the designers mention that they are usually given a price point for a proposed set and then attempt to meet that requirement by using as few custom and as many standard bricks as possible while still making the set fun to build.
Again, my hope is that LEGO will see the efficacy of producing a line of sets based upon ancient Rome. I think it would be a big seller.
I note that one of Rome's plastic legionnaries features - having his photo taken with tourists LOL!
The Arch of Constantine isn't bad either.
Moi Watson
Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, Merlot in one hand, Cigar in the other; body thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and screaming "WOO HOO, what a ride!
Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, Merlot in one hand, Cigar in the other; body thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and screaming "WOO HOO, what a ride!
Quote:Either way its still impressive.
I note that one of Rome's plastic legionnaries features - having his photo taken with tourists LOL!
The Arch of Constantine isn't bad either.
Indeed, very good.
But.. why do they always have to be yellow... ?
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