2nd version of a refined concept drawing. Slightly modified from original front end after headlamp study. (3rd stage) Use of materials include marker, colored pencil and nupastel.
2nd version of a refined concept drawing. Slightly modified from original rear end after tail lamp study. (3rd stage) Use of materials include marker, colored pencil and nupastel.
Foam model and partical board base prior to applying clay
Early work on the 1/5 scale clay model. At this stage I noticed the design I had drawn would need to be revised. I attempted to improvise the form in a new way off the cuff.
To help me decide on which design I would prefer to refine I roughed in 2 different versions. One was aimed at a 2-3 year away release date vs a 5-10 year away release date (1st generation or 2nd generation appearance). I later decided upon the first generation because of its clean and simple lines.
This is the 2nd Generation attempt. I later decided it had less of an Iconic look as the other side as well as many unresolved lines. (3/4 view)
After not feeling satisfied with the 2nd version I continued to refine the form. Version 3 - Front 3/4 rough. When deciding which one to mold I determined this to be a bit too radical. It had far too much refinement process left as well as making the design language consistent within the time allotted.
Version 3 - Rear 3/4 rough
Version 1 refinement of surface, DLO, and smaller details
The clay is roughed out to mirror version 1 by eye using the grid.
Final clay form (version 1) molded in 6 pieces using burlap embedded Ultra Cal. Clay model covered in Vaseline to assist in release of mold.
Final Piece to the mold has the name of the vehicle as well as signatures from all who helped me mold and move it.
Removing the Ultra Cal mold
Fiber-glassing over the Ultra cal mold using a sealing and release agent as a barrier.
After all the pieces were released and trimmed resin was applied to the inside of the model after duck taping the pieces together.
Sanding and applying Bondo to the imperfections of the molded pieces
Carving out Excess Material from the molded Smooth-On wheels.
Vehicle Color Sprayed for the body color. Tape indicating DLO paint placement - Thanks to Valspar and House of Kolor for the Donated Paint
Final 1/5 Scale Model of the Mazda RK-1
Final mixed medium rendering on canson paper.
Final Interior rendering of the Mazda RK-1. (traditional materials used include nupastel, colored pencil, prismacolor marker and pen.)
Interior Design - Console/Dashboard color/layout test
Interior Design - Interior floor and backdrop color/layout test
Interior Design - Trunk color/layout test
Interior Design - Door panel color/layout test
Mesh seat color test
Working through the idea for a mesh bucket seat to reduce the use of polyurethane foam.
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Mazda RK-1
The Mazda RK-1 is a Kei class car designed in College from 2008-2009. Sticking to the perimeters of the class I envisioned a revival of the sporty kei car in a country (USA) that is embracing smaller vehicles more and more. The name is a reflection of the car itself, it is a Rotary powered, rear wheel drive, Kei car in its 1st generation. Target Year 2012.
