A chestplate and helmet created from Worbla, a thermoplastic, formed around a body cast for a bespoke, close fit. The shape is inspired by 16th century European plate armour and the hand engraved designs are taken from ancient greek pottery.
Fantasy Armour
Design and colour references
Prototyping
Prototyping
Prototyping
Prototyping
Body casting
Body casting
Body casting
Body casting
Body casting
Worbla shaping
Worbla shaping
Worbla shaping
Worbla shaping
Priming the Worbla
Priming the Worbla
Priming the Worbla
Test fitting
Test fitting
Test fitting
Designing the finish
Test engraving
Painting