LEGO WORKSHOP

Lego Winter Wonderland

2008-12-02T14:42:00.000-08:00

Hello!! This is Carla posting this message, not Shane! It's been a long time since Shane has posted anything to his Lego Workshop blog, so I decided, with Shane's permission, to post a bit of an update.

Although you haven't heard or seen anything from Shane in awhile, please know that he is still busy, creating! He is currently working on his town which consists of numerous buildings and landmarks. Pictures coming soon.

NEWS: The Vancouver Lego Club (VLC) has been given the opportunity to create a Winter Wonderland display for the Surrey Museum in Cloverdale. Shane is a member of the VLC, and was excited to contribute some of his creations to the impressive display. You can visit the Lego Winter Wonderland at the Surrey Museum up until Thursday, December 18, 2008.

Here is a preview of what you will see at the display:

Your ship has arrived

2007-01-25T20:00:00.000-08:00

Name: TBA - please enter the name the ship contest. see bottom for details

Completion date: Dec 2006
Length: 43 inches
Width: 11.3 inches
Height: 19 inches
weight: 40 pounds
pieces: a lot
cost: - BC ferries is no longer a crown corperation so I don't have to disclose that info.

I have finally finished this project to a point I am comfortable displaying some pics and giving a tour. I am likley going to add more little details and more cars and mabye a terminal if I get the inspiration. Please take the tour below and add your comments and suggestion for a name. I will give the winner a prize.

Here are some pics of the exterior: (click on the image to see a larger one)

If the weather is nice, come outside on the top deck. Bring your camera for some spectacular shots.

From the bridge the highly trained crew navigates this ferry.

Passenger Deck:

here is the entire passenger deck from a bird's eye view.

There is ample seating for all. Most seats offer picture windows. For those needing a a meal for the trip, come to the cafeteria and enjoy some west coast cuisine.

The washrooms are always kept clean and stocked. should you really be looking?

Any customer service issues or first aid needs can be taken care of at the chief steward's office.

For your convenience there is an ATM located on the passenger deck.

There are four stairwells on each deck to access the lower levels. Please use the handrails at all times as the ship's movement can cause you to lose your balance.

Drop into to the newstand and pick something to read or a souvenir.

While you read your paper, grab a coffee or desert from the snackbar

Car Decks

Please make note of where you park and turn off your car's alarm

Please do not turn on your engines until you are directed to off load.

Any A-Team members travel for free

Name the ship Contest:

Thank you for checking out my lego blog.

Please leave any comments and your suggestion for the ship's name. The winner will recieve a prize. This ship will remain intact for the time being. I am open to any viable display venues if there are any good ideas out there.

Lego Star Wars

2006-07-04T18:59:00.000-07:00

a long time ago, in a galaxy far away............
LEGO STAR WARS!
For those not familiar with the Star Wars Saga, allow me to fill you in.

First In Episode I , in Wierd Al's own words,
"..in the end some Gungans died, some ships blew up, and some pilots fried.
a lot of folks were croak'n, the battle droids were broken.
and the Jedi I admired most, met up with Darth Maul now he's toast."

Episode II , Jango & Bobo Fet dogfight with Obi Wan Kenobi.

Followed by an awesome all out battle between
the new clone troopers and battle droids.

Left: Rupublic Gunship comes to rescue Jedi
battling the Droids.

Below: Yoda takes on the evil Count Dooku
and the Jedi make scrap out of the droids.

Episode III , Anakin becomes Darth Vader. need I say more?
( i havnt really got any Episode III Lego anyways)

Episode IV, check this out! ---> http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=399518662556032906&q=lego

Ahhhhhh, the Star Destroyer.
Is there a more intimidating symbol
of absolute power, corruption, and Evil? excluding the Federal Liberal party of course.

So episode starts out with a scene of an imperial Star Destroyer with Darth Vador chasing and capturing Princess Leia. Shortley after, Luke Skywalker meets up with Obi Wan Kenobi as they head to the space port to find a fast ship & pilot.

Luckily, Obi Wan knows a few Jedi tricks to avoid detection from the Storm Troopers.

They find their pilot, Han Solo. He just has to finish up some business with the bounty hunter Guido. **Help me out here star wars buffs, but is it my imagination, or does Guido appear appear in more episodes?**

"going somewhere Solo?"

Episode V , starts out on the ice planet of Hoth. Here we see inside the secret rebel base.

Han Salo & Chewie fix the Millenium Falcon while Pricess Leia and the droids plan for departure.

After a little squirmish with some AT-AT's Luke takes his X-wing and R2-D2 to the Dagobah system to seek out Jedi Master Yoda to learn the ways of the Force.

Episode VI , Return of the Jedi

Luke travels back to Tattuine to rescue his friends from Jabba the hut, but he's got other plans

Meanwhile, the Emporer himself travels to the Deathstar to oversee the final stages of construction.

que the" Imperial Death March" here

But is was all for not as the Rebel Alliance -thanx to the mischievous Ewoks- was able to overcome the evil Empire and Luke Skywalker defeats Darth Vader and turns hjim back to the good side.

Here is the main battle. click on it for a larger view.

please feel free to leave any comments!

Lego City Central Overview

2006-04-10T21:01:00.000-07:00

Aerial View of Lego City Central / Uptown

Uptown/Valley

Downtown / Port

Arial View of Airport

Aerial View of Seaport

High speed train and freight train

The City is under constant attack from giant fluffy monsters!

The Answer? Have an anit-terrorism Frigate standing by! Complete with state of the art attack helicopter.

and if the military fails....

and if you can find them..

you can always hire the A-TEAM!

The Port

2006-04-10T20:42:00.000-07:00

The Port is a major employer at Lego City Central. A constant flow of goods, resources, and containers is always on the move.

please watch your step! There are lots of hazards if your not careful. Plus all the lawyers are busy with cat injury cases.

It may come as a surprise, but the biggest import is Lego.

Down town

2006-04-10T20:15:00.000-07:00

In case of an emergency, you'll want to take note of the Hospital location. It is located downtown and serves the whole city. The most common injurys are usually cat related.

Don't look surprised!

The local non-denominational churh is always there to welcome friends and strangers alike.

Here are some of the older buildings in the ghetto. If you can't afford to stay at the Four Bricks, You can probaly find a place here. Cash only

There seems to be more police in the downtown area. Especally near the convienence store!

The Monorail will take you right to downtown. Please don't litter.

Check your fluids and grab a cup of joe at the truck stop before leaving town.

Uptown

2006-04-10T19:19:00.000-07:00

Getting to the Uptown District is easier than ever. Take a bus or Taxi over the bridge, the Monorail, boat , or swim!

City Hall is one of the older buildings on Municipal block. The Police station and Firehall are also located on this street. For some reason the wind above the building is blowing in the opposite direction as the blue and white flag.

The Fire Department is kept very busy dealing with constant kitty invasions.

Here is a view of Mainstreet. This is
where all the bigwigs have thier offices. Centrally located and great views are some of the perks.

The Town Center Commercial Tower is the focal point of the uptown core.
Consisting of an office tower complete with glass elevator, Mall with Department stores and restaurants,
includung Starbucks, Movie theatre, and its own Monorail station.

Also located uptown is the main train station.

High speed trains are constantly providing service to the outer lying cities.

For those use to staying in first class accomodations, you will enjoy the Four Bricks

Hotel. Located in the heart of the City with breath taking views and service second to none. Reservations are a must.

The Airport

2006-04-10T18:57:00.000-07:00

The easiest way to get to Lego City Central is by Air. The Airport is fully capable of handling many different commercial and private airlines. For rates and availability, call or email Shane
at shane@kindertravel.com .

There are many airlines serving the airport. Finding space should not be a problem. For those

with a smaller budget, I reccomend using the cargo service. Seats not included.

For those who with larger budgets. Your private

Charter awaits.

All of the standard amenities and emergency services that you would expect to find at an Airport are present here.

The Monorail comes every 10 minutes to take you to the rest of town.

Lego City Central

2006-04-10T18:33:00.000-07:00

Hi my name is Merritt, I will be your tour guide to this city. Please keep all hands inside the tour bus at all times. Tips are welcomed at the end of the tour.