Model Making at New Blades 2025

Published 8th April 2025

The 31st Annual New Blades model makers recruitment fair will return on Thursday 26 June 2025, at Holborn Studios in London, offering an inspirational day dedicated to 3D design and model-making. This event is one of the leading platforms for emerging talent within the model-making industry, connecting graduates with employers, teachers, and fellow creatives.

This year’s exhibition will feature the work of 69 model-making graduates from respected universities and colleges, including:

• Arts University Bournemouth (Modelmaking)
• Northbrook College (Prop Making & Special Effects)
• University of Hertfordshire (Character and Creative Effects / Model Design and Model Effects / Special Effects)
• Coleg y Cymoedd (TV & Film: Prop Making)
• The Northern School of Art (Model Making & Visual FX)

The event is free and open to the public, offering visitors the opportunity to engage with a broad spectrum of 3D design disciplines from prop making and special effects to architecture, engineering, product design, and theatre set design.

Insights

For D&T teachers and students, New Blades provides an invaluable insight into the creative and technical possibilities of model making as a career. Graduates and university tutors will be available throughout the day to discuss course content, career pathways, and their experiences in the industry.

Of particular interest this year is the chance to learn more about the Model Makers Apprenticeship Standard from Foster + Partners, a new development aimed at supporting young people into skilled model-making roles and helping them gain valuable workplace experience alongside formal training.

Supported by Industry Leaders

The event is supported by many of the sector’s top employers and studios, including Foster + Partners, Leviathan Workshop, Neill’s Materials, Ogle Models, Machineshop, Merlin Magic Making, and Amalgam, among others. Their involvement showcases the continued importance of New Blades as a recruitment pipeline and celebration of new talent.

A Must for D&T Educators

For teachers teaching at Key Stage 4 and 5, New Blades offers a real-world glimpse into how creative, technical, and digital design skills are applied professionally. It’s an ideal destination for students considering careers in design, film, animation, special effects, and related industries.

No booking or ticket is required to attend.

For further information, visit www.modelshop.co.uk or follow the event using #newbladesshow.