Founder-Led Figurine Studio — LLC Formed in 2024
Figuresmith LLC
I founded and formed Figuresmith LLC after receiving a 2024 Concept Track grant. The studio combined 3D printing, hand painting, LED integration, and custom electronics, with the work published publicly under @v4n_gogo.
Business milestone
Formed Figuresmith LLC in 2024
I turned the grant-backed figurine concept into a registered small business and operated it alongside school before closing the LLC when the time commitment became unsustainable.
At a glance
My role
Founder, owner, and independent maker
Business milestone
Formed Figuresmith LLC with support from a 2024 Concept Track grant
What I make
Printed, painted, and electronically enhanced statuettes
Process
FDM and resin printing, finishing, LEDs, custom controls
Current status
LLC later closed; the practice continues as a hobby and side business
Videos
Process clips and figure demos from @v4n_gogo on YouTube.
Recent Work
Figure stills and WIP captures from @v4n_gogo on Instagram.
From Grant Pitch to LLC
I started this path by pitching the figurine studio through the Shady Grove Concept Track. After being selected, I received a small grant in 2024 and used that momentum to legally form Figuresmith LLC for figurine making.
The LLC is no longer active because of school time constraints, but I continue the work as a hobby and side hustle while documenting progress publicly.
Shady Grove FAQWhat I Make
- — Statuette design and 3D printing (FDM & resin)
- — Hand painting and finishing (priming, layering, weathering)
- — LED integration — lighting rigs embedded directly in figures
- — Custom button and electronics systems for interactive pieces
- — Ongoing publishing cadence through Instagram + YouTube