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Typographical Chess Set by One Save Solution<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Are you tired of\nstaring at the same old lineup of rooks, knights, and bishops? As Beth Harmon (the\npivotal character in The Queen\u2019s Gambit<\/em>) has sparked off a massive run\non retailers for chess sets, 3D designers are showing some sophisticated new\nmoves\u2014and ideas\u2014of their own. After all, supply and demand obstacles at the\nmall or online stores are of little concern when trending aspirations can be translated\ndirectly into 3D print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent\nlimited-episode series by Netflix has rendered millions glued to the tube,\narmed with the remote controls, bowls of kettle corn, and visions of chess\ntrophies dancing in their heads. Ironically though (and wonderfully so), as TV\nviewers begin to perceive chess in a romantic light, they are emerging from\nbehind their phones, computers, and plethora of screens to enjoy a real-life,\ninteractive activity\u2014demonstrating a positive draw for friends and families in\nthe middle of a global pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt\u2019s your game\u2014take it.\u201d<\/em><\/p>Vasily Borgov, The Queen’s Gambit, Limited Series: End Game<\/em><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Jason Martineau<\/a>, a Shapeways customer, reflects both his love of the game and a passion for geometry in the 3D designs he has created for chess players. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cInspired by my long-time interest in chess, geometry, and a background in 3D modeling, I wanted to remove the personifications typically found in chess sets (King, Queen, etc.) and reimagine the pieces as purely geometric forms, which align with the movements they can make in the game.\u201d explained Martineau. \u00a0\u201cWhile chess is certainly a game of strategy, underneath it is clearly also a game of geometry.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hyperbolic Chess Set by Martineau Arts<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The ability to\ncustomize now means much more than just producing parts in a favorite color or\nsize. Like the remarkable Elizabeth Harmon, 3D designers can motivate others\ntoo as they see the chessboard in a whole new light. Creative efforts can be\ncombined with a love of the game to design innovative new pieces for players of\nall ages and levels, drawing on a variety of 3D printing solutions centered\naround a multitude of materials, versatile technology, and choices in finishing.\nWith the ability to manipulate 3D modeling software and rework shapes, a\ndesigner can take on a game as old as chess\u2014and emerge as the winner with\ncomplex and artful personalization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore the world of 3D printing services offered at Shapeways for manufacturing your own chess pieces, enjoying a range of options regarding shape, weight, flexibility, transparency, and nearly any feature desired. Without having to invest in 3D printing software or hardware, designers of today benefit from the years of expertise offered by Shapeways, combined with strategic investment in proprietary and advanced technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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