These Lumecluster Masks look like they've been sculpted from porcelain and embellished with elaborate carved detailing. This is not the actual process of producing the exquisite disguises, however, for they began with fluid illustrations by Melissa Ng.
The artist applied her organic drawn patterns to a computer program and worked them into the three diminutional profile of a face mask. With the help of Shapeways, Ng prints three sizes of her theatrical accessories, with the smallest to be used as a decoration and the largest to function as a wearable item. There are also three styles of the Lumecluster Masks that include the Dreamer, the Dreamer Half Mask and the Nightmare. The former two have penetrable motifs in the white nylon plastic while the latter has a solid translucent layer underneath.
Intricate Printed Guises
These Elaborate Lumecluster Masks are 3D-Printed from Digital Designs
Trend Themes
1. Digital-to-physical Design - The use of computer programs to translate intricate drawn designs into 3D-printed physical masks.
2. Personalization of Wearable Accessories - The ability to print masks in different sizes and styles, catering to individual preferences and needs.
3. Hybrid Materials for Wearables - The use of translucent layers and penetrable motifs to create unique and visually stunning wearable items.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Accessories - Opportunities to create customized and unique wearable items through digital-to-physical design.
2. Entertainment and Performances - The use of personalized and unique masks in theatrical and performance-based settings.
3. 3D Printing Services - Providing hybrid materials and customized design services for wearable accessories and masks.