MEET ROB MIRANDA

Founder & Creator of Apex Rex 3D

I’ve been obsessed with dinosaurs since the age of four, when I saw Jurassic Park for the first time. That childhood fascination evolved into a lifelong passion, culminating into Apex Rex 3D.

My journey creating hyper-realistic sculptures even took me to Isla Nublar—or at least the set of the first Jurassic World movie. Try to spot me: I'm the extra busting through the doors, running for my life as Pteranodons chase me!

My formal training in Graphic Design & 3D Modeling provides the foundation for my work, allowing me to digitally sculpt and detail every creature with precision. While dinosaurs are definitely my specialty, my drive extends to bringing all animals, both prehistoric and living, to life.

For me, every project is a passion project. I find immense joy in crafting unique, highly realistic pieces and sharing my creations with fellow enthusiasts, and seeing the joy it brings to them.

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The Apex Rex 3D Creative Process

Bringing Designs to Life

At Apex Rex 3D, I don't just print models - I aim to breathe life into the prehistoric and living creatures I create. My passion drives a meticulous, creative process designed to transform digital designs into tangible, museum-quality sculptures.

From Digital Clay to Custom Creation

Every print begins with a blank digital canvas. I expertly sculpt each model in 3D, capturing the intricate details and powerful presence of these ancient and living creatures.This is where the magic of customization happens. I work directly with you to tailor every aspect of your piece. Want a specific pose? A ferocious roar expression? A unique scarred texture? I collaborate closely, adjusting the sculpt to your exact specifications, ensuring your vision is captured before a single line of filament is laid down.

The Art of the Finish

Once the digital sculpt is finalized and approved, I bring the design to life using high-precision in-house 3D printing. This ensures exceptional detail and structural integrity, with projects ranging from filament prints to resin, depending on scale.

But the real transformation occurs once the print is complete. Every Apex Rex 3D piece is carefully hand-painted and airbrushed. I employ years of experience to build realistic color gradients, textures and shading, giving each sculpture a dynamic, lifelike appearance.

Through this blend of technology and traditional artistry, Apex Rex 3D delivers custom creations that stand apart from the rest.