R.I.P. Nate “nnenn” Nielson, LEGO Spaceship Builder Extraordinaire

Nate “nnenn” Nielson was a father, husband, artist and teacher. He also popularised the “Vic Viper” LEGO spaceships that took the AFOL community by storm. He died in an accident early this month. A few of my favourite nnenn designs:


March 19, 2010
Entertainment

AFOL: A Blocumentary Is Required Viewing For Lego Fans

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I’ve seen some of the brick masterpieces produced by the AFOL (Adult Fans of Lego) community, but never knew the people behind them were so flat-out charming until I watched this documentary. Also: tons of bricky goodness.