We were commissioned by Juergen Teller Ltd to create two of 1.20m in diameter size dinner plates with HQ images applied onto each plate. To create the plates we first made a mould. From this we created the plates with fibre glass. Once the plates were smooth we applied a base coat and topcoat spray paint with a high gloss white finish. Once completely dry we vinyl wrapped the plates with the required HQ images.
Have a look at some images of process and completion!
Artificial trees for African themed tree house from Virgin Holidays, commissioned by PDS
Artificial trees for African themed tree house from Virgin Holidays, commissioned by PDS
Artificial tree texture with no bark
Show casing our latest project!
We were commissioned by Presentation Design Services to create artificial trees for the Virgin Holiday’s African themed tree house installation in London’s Southwark. The installation was in place for one week in January 2016.
We created 4 large tree trunks and several branches for the top section of the tree house.
The trees had to be realistic as possible and had to represent real African trees with no tree bark.
The main shape was carved from polystyrene and the texture applied was from a mould taken from real tree trunks which ensured we gained realistic visual results. We coated the trees with flexible hard coating polyurea for durability and to make the trees water proof.
We first applied primer then top coat and paint decoration with water based paints as realistic effect as possible.
The project was achieved at an extremely short time scale, we were ready for delivery within 3 weeks!
Have a look at some of the links below to see the completed project!
As we have entered the festive season with Christmas on it’s way & a new year approaching we’d like you take a look back with us on 2015 to embrace the great moments.
2015 has been filled with great commissions, sculptures, installations all bespoke elements we have created.
This year has been an innovative year through out with great development of manufacturing processes with new products in the pipeline.
Take a look at some of our highlights this year, exciting projects which we are proud to have been a part of!
January February March
We started 2015 in a great fashion, creating giant and sweet replicas of meringues and popcorn, the project was installed at Dublin airport in the new confectionary themed Candy cloud!
We were commissioned to create “Elsa” scaled up model from Disney’s Frozen! based on miniature figurine. This project certainly brought some magic & the wonder of Winter to our workshop!
We created polystyrene clouds hand crafted for the ‘Let it rain champagne ‘ event in Manchester. Each cloud individually carved for a realistic effect!
April May June
We were commissioned by Toms shoe to create a giant version of their classic Tom’s shoe to use at their creative customize your sole events across the UK!
We were commissioned to coat and spray paint giant Dutch tulips for an installation in the Netherlands. We coated the supplied tulips with polyurea coating. Primed and spray painted each one to a vibrant natural color!
We were commissioned by PDS to create a life-size bull to be used as EE’s charging bull at the Glastonbury festival 2015! We are proud to say that we completed the bull within 1 week! Right on schedule for PDS to apply final colour finish! Although this project had a very tight time scale we enjoyed it very much!
July August September
We created 11 1m freestanding light up numbers for our client in Surrey. All numbers have a great vintage effect with led fairground light bulbs. All numbers are wireless as they powered with high capacity batteries.
The numbers would add the wow factor to any event whether private or corporate!
We were commissioned to create 60 bespoke panels, with cubed and varying effect to be installed at the Lake side restaurant and bar from NEC the Genting arena.We manufactured the bespoke 60 panels within an extremely tight schedule, within 3 weeks!
We created an outdoor advertising tool, a giant hand. A great way to raise awareness and to create a lasting memory. Who said outdoor advertising isn’t fun!
October November December
We have developed and created a manufacturing system to produce slate imitation panels called Slate Mate, to be fully launched early 2016! Watch this space!
As we are passionate about unique design we are looking into developing another exciting element to our business. We will be creating a range of furniture designs suitable for the outdoors, using a combination of materials. In the mean time we are busy creating more light up letters and an exciting project to be revealed soon!
Hope you enjoyed browsing through as much as we enjoy creating!
We look forward to seeing what 2016 will bring!
In the mean time best wishes for the festive season and we shall see you soon!
If you have any enquiries and would like to create with us get in touch & we are always happy to help.
We are already taking bookings to create bespoke themed props for Christmas 2015
We work with a combination of materials such as wood, polystyrene, aluminium, polyurea coating to make props water proof to achieve the desired result which will match the purpose of the event.
All our props are hand carved / crafted and are spray painted + airbrushed with the colors of our clients choice for the ultimate detailed and unique effect.
Why go with the mass produced market, when you wish to create a spectacular setting?
Our clients have full control of their prop / bespoke elements as we keep them updated with images of each step during production from start to finish.
Have a look at some of the bespoke props we have created for events and the festive season to add a special sparkle to make your event memorable & magical.
We created 11 1m light up numbers, all free standing and wireless!
We constructed the eye catching numbers from exterior ply wood, primered and top coat spray painted white.
We installed warm retro led light bulbs. The numbers are all connected to high capacity re-chargeable batteries giving our client more freedom with positioning + no cable trip hazards! Project was custom made and delivered to our client in Surrey.
We had a great time being involved in Truro’s play fest 2015 (part of National Playday) held at Boscawen park Truro.
The Event was hosted and organized by Kernow live with support from Swamp Circus
The 2 day fun festival featured many fun activities ranging from bouncy castles, art & craft workshops, face painting & a variety of entertainment with live music from a children band, dance groups, circus performers, along with lost of fun across the green Zone.
We displayed some of our surreal scaled up props as a fun photo opportunity for people of all ages and families attending.
Despite the cloudy first day it was a good turnout. The second day was filled with sunshine and a great atmosphere through out.
The fun and creative event was a great success, it is thought that around 5,000 people attended the attraction at Boscawen park Truro Cornwall.
We created a giant bull which was used as EE’s charging bull at Glastonbury 2015!
We were commissioned by Presentation Design Services to create the bull. The sculpture had to be water- proof, extremely durable and friendly looking. We worked closely together with PDS according to their details to create the right bull they envisioned to be the EE Charging Bull at world famous music and contemporary performing arts festival Glastonbury. The bull was hand carved out of high density polystyrene. Steel rods inserted within the tail for extra strength and timber blocks within hoofs for installation system. As the sculpture had to be weather proof we applied flexible coating polyurea and primered in order to prepare for a paintable surface. Final finish was completed by PDS to their clients specification. We are very proud to have completed this project at a very tight time schedule and have completed within a week! Just in time for our client to apply final finish.
It was great to have been involved at Race for life 2015!
Cancer re-search used our giant trainer as an eye catching prop to help raise awareness of Race for life events amongst women of all ages. You can also help this wonderful cause by keeping fit to help raise the much needed funds for Cancer re-search UK.
Kind words from: Nicola Doherty Cancer Research UK
I just wanted to Thank You greatly for the use of the trainer, as I mentioned it has really helped us recruit our target of 63,000 women in the region to take part in Race for Life which helps raise £3m for Cancer Research UK. The trainer brought a lot of delight to young and old alike when we were out on the streets of Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and Derbyshire. We used it every week and we would love to work with ICA Creation again in the future!
Check out images of how we scaled up a miniature version of Elsa, to create a life size model measuring at 1.50m in height!
First step was to accurately measure the miniature model. We cut the main shape out of High density polystyrene. We carved the model according to images + miniature model. We positioned her head more up right in order to create better photo opportunity for the future.
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Because of her posture, we fitted a stainless steel pin in to her arm. After sanding all imperfections, we spray applied FR hard coating polyurethane. This high tech application will ensure the model will be durable and waterproof.
As we felt that her hand was slightly too big and bulky after hard coating, we made some modifications to her hand. We scaled the hand down, fitted a stainless steel pin in her finger to give strength to the more delicate looking hand!
The next stage, painting and airbrush decoration!
After sanding the model for a smooth texture, we painted and airbrushed the model with HQ 2K Paints. Added some shading to her hair to give it some more depth and texture. We also lightly airbrushed her skin, to make her look more natural!
“Elsa” scaled up model from disney’s Frozen
Disney character Elsa from Frozen – SnowflakesClose up shot of the finished model
We are excited to share with you our latest revelations!
We have collaborated with Something borrowed wed and hire to create approx 1m high light up letters
Spelling L O V E Lianne Heyward founder of Something Borrowed Wedding Hire Co came to us with the idea to make a statement piece to add the wow factor to any event.
So together we created the love lights, made from 9mm exterior wood hand crafted to precision, painted to a brilliant glossy white. The love lights have led fairground lights installed which give a magical effect with its reflections sparkling.
Each letter is battery powered with a long life to enable practicality at events and give much more freedom to position the letters in the desired suitable place.
If you are looking to brighten up your event, spread the love at your venue and inspire with light up letters then this is definitely something for you!
The letters are now available for hire, for more information or to book get in touch with
