Artist's Mannequin

Hey LEGO fans and fellow creators! I’m really excited to share my latest project, the Artist’s Mannequin - a LEGO take on the classic wooden figure that artists use to help draw all kinds of poses.

Artist’s mannequins are such useful tools for learning how to draw and understand how the body moves. Whether you’re sketching out a superhero, animating a character’s walk cycle, or just learning the basics of anatomy, they’re a great way to explore dynamic poses and figure out tricky angles.

I’ve spent years working as both a cartoonist and animator, so characters and storytelling are at the heart of what I do. Drawing figures, creating dynamic poses, and getting that movement just right—it’s all part of the process. Whether I’m sketching out a character for a comic or figuring out how to make someone leap across the screen in animation, having something physical to reference is such a useful tool.

That’s where the idea for this LEGO mannequin came from. I wanted to create something that wasn’t just a cool display but could actually help artists, animators, and builders alike. The idea is simple: a LEGO version of an artist’s mannequin, with joints that reflect the way the human body moves. It’s flexible, customizable, and super fun to pose—whether you’re using it as a reference for drawing or just playing around with cool stances.

Realistic Proportions: I’ve built the mannequin to have proportions similar to a human figure, which makes it really helpful if you’re learning to draw or animate. You can study how the body looks from different angles, and it’s great for practicing those tricky foreshortened poses (if you’ve ever tried to draw a hand coming toward you, you know what I mean!).

Natural Movement Joints: One of the coolest things about this LEGO mannequin is that its joints mirror the way the human body actually moves:

Removable Stand: The mannequin comes with a stand that helps it stay upright when you want to hold a particular pose. It’s perfect for artists who need stability while sketching. But if you want to pose it without the stand, no problem! It’s easily detachable, so you can get as creative as you want with more dynamic poses.

Customizable for Endless Creativity: Since it’s LEGO, you can swap out parts, change up the look, and adjust the figure however you like. Want to try different arm positions? Done. Want to experiment with more exaggerated proportions? You’ve got the freedom to rebuild and tweak it. That flexibility is great for artists and animators looking to play around with movement and form.

Portable and Desk-Friendly: The compact size of the model means it’s perfect for sitting on your desk, ready for whenever inspiration strikes. It’s a great tool for artists, animators, or even builders who just want to experiment with posing. And since it’s LEGO, it’s easy to bring with you wherever you go—whether to art classes, drawing workshops, or even on the road. And it even comes with a mini ARTIST MINIFIGURE with easel as a friend.

If you’re into animation, you can pose it to help visualize keyframes or figure out timing. If you love drawing, it’s there to help you practice perspective, anatomy, or even create your next superhero sketch. And of course, if you just love LEGO, it’s a really fun build with tons of customization possibilities! You can rebuild and reimagine it as much as you want! Sunglasses? A funny hat? A cape?

I hope this mannequin shows how building and drawing aren’t so different—they’re both ways of bringing ideas to life. For young builders especially, I hope this model encourages them to pick up a pencil and give drawing a try. It’s such a rewarding process when you can use something physical, like this LEGO mannequin, to figure out how to bring your ideas to life on paper.

The LEGO Artist’s Mannequin is more than just a model - it’s a tool for creativity. Whether you’re drawing, animating, or just building for fun, it’s designed to help you explore movement, posing, and form in a whole new way. I hope you like this project, and I’m so excited to share it with other artists, builders, and creators.

Thanks for checking it out! It would mean so much if you can like and share! Happy building!