Oscar l'escargot #STRATOMAKER

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A mascot represents a group, place or concept with its forms. For many Romantics, it originates from the Provençal term "lucky charm, amulet". When considering what I would represent and how to do it, I envisioned Oscar. Besides the humorous reference to France and the Stratomaker logo that reminded me of the snail shell, another reason for my choice was Oscar the snail's reputation for slowness. The idea that a snail, much like 3D print, has its own finish line, regardless of defects, fascinated me. Determination and resilience are the concepts I associate with it. Obviously, Oscar is not just a concept but also a form. I imagined a mascot who would be especially appealing to the public, creating empathy with people of all ages. This was the reason for his huge smile. Technically, it's a print that can be reproduced without supports, which was important for me to emphasize. I wanted a model that was ready as soon as printed, making it easy to print during an event. It's a scalable form, proportionate in each dimension. The average print time for a 10 cm model is approximately 2 hours. #STRATOMAKER