Tidelash

I wanted Tidelash to feel fluid and dignified—like a myth whispered by sailors and sketched by kids on beach towels. Inspired by serpentine dragons and sea creatures that move with rhythm, I envisioned a creature that balances softness with strength. The crest mimics a splash frozen in time, while the side frills recall coral fans and sea anemones caught in the current. Whiskers add just a touch of elegance, grounding its expression in gentle wisdom.

⚠️ Print Note: The whisker fronds are incredibly delicate—they add elegance but demand gentle handling. Be very careful when removing supports, especially if printing in brittle filament.

In Nomad Sculpt, I built it with printable flow as the guiding principle—thick coiled body, smooth underbelly, and ridged accents that catch light without demanding tight supports. The tail flourishes into a wave, and the frills are fused to prevent fragility. No accessories, no hollow elements—just pure shape play. Dual filament prints (aqua and pearl?) would shine, but even a matte monochrome build would feel iconic.

Hi! I'm PJ, a Blender-focused 3D creator leveraging my Bambu Lab A1 printer to bridge digital artistry and functional prints. I'm hoping to accumulate Bambu Lab reward points to acquire the H2D printer to unlock new levels of multi-material capabilities for my hybrid digital/physical projects.

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