Project Overview
My desk companion was a playful test into combining computer science and art. I wanted to make some sort of desk companion using electronic components and 3D printing.
The Process
I started by designing on my iPad in Procreate, creating the initial concept and aesthetic vision for my companion. Once I had a clear direction, I moved to Fusion360 where I created a negative model to fit all the computer components perfectly.
Next, I 3D modeled in NomadSculpt around the negative to match both the 3D sketch and ensure everything fit the electronic components snugly. After modeling, I assembled the electronics to test if it would work—and it did!
I created animations in Aseprite and uploaded the code to the ESP32 microcontroller. Finally, I assembled everything together and it worked great!
Tech Stack
- ESP32 microcontroller
- 3D Printing (Fusion360, NomadSculpt)
- Digital Art (Procreate)
- Animation (Aseprite)
- Electronics assembly & programming