From Passion to Profession: My 15-Year Journey in 3D Design

For the past seven years, I’ve completed a wide range of 3D printing, 3D scanning, and digital modelling projects, supporting hundreds of customers with everything from artistic commissions to functional prototypes. Alongside my service work, I’ve produced and sold thousands of 3D-printed products both online and at events such as Comic Con and creative maker markets.

Today, my print farm operates almost 24/7, with a fleet of machines capable of handling projects of all sizes—up to 40cm in any direction on my largest printer. The 3D scanner I use is renowned in the industry for its ultra-high precision, capable of capturing small or large objects with accuracy down to 0.02mm. This level of detail allows me to support projects requiring exceptional fidelity, whether for digital archiving, restoration, product development, or creative reproduction. I’ve had the pleasure of working with individual hobbyists, product designers, sculptors, and cosplay creators, as well as small businesses and commercial clients both locally and internationally.

My journey with 3D design software began 15 years ago as a teenager and eventually led me to study Computer Animation & VFX at university, graduating in 2020. In spring 2019, I launched BluPrints3D, a 3D design and 3D printing business, and balanced its early growth alongside completing my degree. Managing both taught me valuable lessons in organisation and resilience. After graduating in 2020, I committed to BluPrints3D full time, continuing to develop my skills and grow the business through dedication and attention to detail. Since then, I’ve built a leading local presence in the 3D printing and scanning niche and received recognition through multiple awards in South West England. What started as a dream has now become a sustainable full-time career, supported by loyal clients and thousands of online 3D product orders.