Your Photograph, Made into a Miniature

Create a personalised figure for your model scene, collection or a thoughtful gift.

Turn a favourite photograph into a custom miniature with character and personal meaning. Whether you want to add yourself to a model railway, recreate a memorable outfit or celebrate someone special, we can help you explore the possibilities.

Figures can be produced in a range of scales and are supplied unpainted, ready for you to finish in your own colours.

Two Ways to Create Your Model

Create It Yourself with Mini Maker 3D

Use Mini Maker 3D to create a digital model from suitable photographs or a written description.

Choose your options, inspect the generated model in the 3D viewer and download available files for home printing. If you would prefer a physical model, you can request a resin printing quotation.

Digital model creation and physical printing are separate services.

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Ask Us About a Custom Figure

Prefer to discuss your idea with us first? Send us your photographs and explain what you would like to create.

Please include:

• The number of people or subjects.

• Your preferred pose.

• The required scale or finished height.

• The quantity of physical models needed.

• Any important clothing, equipment or accessories.

• Your delivery country and any preferred deadline.

We will assess the request and advise on suitability, the next steps and a quotation before you proceed.

Email: sales@scalewargaming.com

Choosing Your Photographs

Clear photographs give us a better starting point. Where possible, provide front, back and side views showing the whole subject.

Good reference photographs should show:

• The face clearly and in focus.

• Clothing and footwear.

• The intended pose.

• Any important accessories.

• Areas that might otherwise be hidden.

For couples or groups, please explain how you would like the subjects arranged. Separate photographs may help show individual details.

You must own the photographs or have permission to use them and the person’s likeness.

A Personal Addition to Your Miniature World

Custom figures can be used for:

• Model railways: add yourself, family members or familiar characters to your layout.

• Slot car scenes: create a driver, mechanic or spectator with a personal connection.

• Special occasions: commemorate a wedding, birthday, graduation or retirement.

• Family keepsakes: capture a favourite outfit, activity or shared memory.

• Display projects: create a character that suits your own miniature scene.

Couples, families and more complex arrangements can be discussed individually.

Choosing the Size

Tell us the modelling scale you need or the approximate finished height you have in mind.

If the figure will stand alongside existing models, include their scale and approximate height. Proportions can vary between manufacturers, so these details help us understand the intended match.

Small figures have less room for facial detail and fine accessories. Larger models allow more features to be visible, although delicate parts may still need adjustment for printing.

What Will the Finished Figure Look Like?

A photograph-based model is a three-dimensional interpretation of the reference images, rather than an exact scan.

Results depend on the quality and coverage of the photographs. Hidden areas may need to be reconstructed, and fine details may be simplified or strengthened to suit the chosen size.

We cannot guarantee an exact facial likeness or the reproduction of every detail. Please discuss any essential features before proceeding and inspect any preview provided carefully.

What You Receive

For a physical resin print:

• The model is supplied unpainted in grey or terracotta-coloured resin, unless otherwise agreed.

• Light preparation may be needed before priming and painting.

• Some printing supports or support marks may remain.

• Certain models may require assembly.

• Bases and additional accessories are included only if specified in your quotation.

Resin miniatures contain delicate parts and should be handled carefully. They are intended for adult hobbyists and collectors, rather than as toys.

For digital orders, please check the available file formats and download terms. A digital file does not include a physical model or postal delivery.

Ready to Discuss Your Idea?

Send us your photographs, preferred size and a short description of the model you would like. We will help you understand what is achievable and how to take the next step.

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Custom enquiries: sales@scalewargaming.com

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