Work / Play
Jake has a variety of skills suitable for a variety of different applications including; modelmaking, fabrication (metal and plastic), machining, sculpting, moulding and casting, operating workshop machinery, and finishing. He can help you through any part of the creative process; from initial design including technical drawing, to final, high gloss polish.
So if you need help on a project or have a commission that you need a hand with, please do not hesitate to get into contact.
Zone Creations06/12 - Present
Specialising mainly in plastics, I help produce a variety of very highly finished products for high end clients. Tasks include daily use of workshop machinery, assembly, finishing and specialist skills involved in fabrication of artwork, furniture, displays, signage, display cases and much, much more.
Network Model Makers01/12 - 04/12
Involved in all processes of architectural model making including spraying and finishing, surface prep work and assembly. Tasks also include maintenance and installation of clients models.
LifeCast Ltd07/11 - 11/11
I worked on a number of jobs ranging from props for TV and film to designing and sculpting an alien for a music video. I was also involved in creating silicone dummies and prosthetics.
Previous Employers
I have also worked with Capital Models, Millenium Models, Berry Place, Hot House IWG
Hand Tools including; drills, routers, sanders
Machinery including; Mill, Lathe & circular saw
Moulding and casting including; silicone, fibreglass & resins
Quality finishing including; sanding, buffing & polishing
MIG & spot welding
Laser Cutting
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator
AutoCAD, Rhinoceros
BA(Hons) Model Making - Arts University College at Bournemouth
BTEC Art & Design
A Level History
If you need more hands for an upcoming project or you would like to enquire further about my services please get in touch.
+44 (0) 781 774 3206
info@jakecanmake.com
I offer student tuturials on a wide variety of model making techniques. Got a question, or want to book a session, then give me a shout.
