Seigo Aoki
About you
What is your name?
Seigo Aoki
Which country are you from?
Japan
How old are you?
21 years old
About your LEGO passion
How did you get into building with LEGO bricks, especially building your own creations?
I became fascinated with LEGO bricks around the age of 6 and have continued to create original builds for over 15 years.
At first, I enjoyed building sets as instructed, but eventually, I found it more exciting to wonder “What if I recreated this with LEGO bricks?” and became deeply involved in making MOCs (My Own Creations).
What kind of creations do you love building the most, and why?
I enjoy traveling around Japan to observe architecture and then recreating it with LEGO bricks.
To build more realistic architectural models, I started studying architecture formally and continue to explore the possibilities of expression through LEGO bricks.
If you could give one piece of advice to aspiring LEGO builders, what would it be?
To young builders: If you’re like me and start making MOCs from a young age, you’ll probably experience the frustration of not having enough parts to realize your ideas. But don’t give up - learning to be resourceful with limited bricks will help you develop valuable skills.
Once you’re older and able to buy parts freely - maybe from part-time jobs - that experience will definitely pay off. So, hang in there!
How does it feel to have your work exhibited here at LEGO House - Home of the Brick?
Denmark has been a dream destination for me since childhood, so it’s truly an honor to exhibit my work there.
At the same time, I felt relieved to be able to meet the expectations of those who supported me.
I’m very excited to have people from around the world see my creations in person.
What’s next for you in your LEGO journey—any upcoming projects or dreams?
So far, I’ve taken on challenges like creating realistic articulation for living creatures and expressing painterly qualities through LEGO bricks.
In the future, I want to push the LEGO system even further by creating entirely new kinds of works and expanding its expressive possibilities.
Do you have a personal LEGO portfolio website or social media profile that you can share?
You can find more of my LEGO work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dera_0503/ or https://x.com/deralego.
I also have a blog in Japanese where you can read more about my different LEGO creations: https://deralego0503.livedoor.blog.
About your LEGO creation(s) on display
Title
Tiger
Can you describe your model and what it represents?
Tigers are known for their flowing curves and complex patterns, making them an extremely difficult subject to recreate in LEGO bricks.
I incorporated over 20 points of articulation, challenging the limits of both form and movement..
How long did it take you to build?
Around 150 hours.
Approximately how many LEGO elements did you use?
Approximately 2,000 pieces.
Are there any hidden details, Easter eggs, or techniques used that fans should look out for?
Each joint was based on real anatomical positions, and I added volume to areas like the ribcage to enhance realism.
Title
Peacock
Can you describe your model and what it represents?
This is a fully articulated model. I used hinges, BIONICLE parts, and Minifigure accessories to recreate Godzilla’s rough texture.
To capture the yellowish hue seen in Godzilla Minus One, I used old dark gray as an in-between tone for modern dark gray and dark tan. These pieces highlight LEGO products’ longevity as a material.
How long did it take you to build?
Around 200 hours.
Approximately how many LEGO elements did you use?
Approximately 4,000 pieces.
Are there any hidden details, Easter eggs, or techniques used that fans should look out for?
The back can be detached and swapped out for a version with a glowing effect.
Title
Peacock
Can you describe your model and what it represents?
Inspired by traditional Japanese peacock paintings, I recreated their composition, color, and texture in LEGO bricks.
Rather than using bright colors, I chose deeper tones like olive green to reflect the quiet refinement of Japanese art.
How long did it take you to build?
Around 150 hours.
Approximately how many LEGO elements did you use?
Approximately 4,000 pieces.
Are there any hidden details, Easter eggs, or techniques used that fans should look out for?
I even recreated the brushstroke-style outlines of trees and rocks as 3D LEGO structures.
