So, here are my Rhino models for the chess set and ring. I'm really pleased with how the chess pieces came out since I didn't really have a plan going into the design. I'm still uncertain on the band, and I'd love to get it done in silver instead of the black filament, but I don't have that kind of money right now unfortunately. Also, it would probably be pretty heavy with all the solid crystals.
Here are the renderings done in Keyshot. I had a lot of fun playing around with different materials and seeing what they'd look like when applied to my pieces. I knew I wanted some done in marble, but the others were just experimentation.
After I got these done, I started the printing process. The final pieces came courtesy of Frankie and his printers in his studio, but I did attempt to print mine a few times. I had to adjust the design by adding a thin round platform to the bottom of each piece since the feet alone didn't provide enough surface area for them to stay attached to the printer bed. They kept popping off partway through, which was frustrating but a valuable learning experience. I took a few process photos and a short video.
*The first successful print! (Albeit it cracked and a little too large.)
*Still debating on painting the feet gold, too. I think it needs it to balance with the tops.
And a quick couple of ring images:
