The model was delivered to our studio in its raw form, and our task was to give it a complete appearance consistent with the official design.
The finished figure was later presented in the Lucy Kaas pavilion during the prestigious Lucca Comics & Games event, where it served as a special highlight of the exhibition connected to the brand and the Stranger Things franchise.

Project Goal:

The main objective was to create a highly detailed and stylistically faithful painting that would combine:

• the minimalist aesthetic of Lucy Kaas Kokeshi figures,
• the characteristic, dark appearance of Vecna — the creature from the Upside Down,
• high exhibition quality suitable for a major pop culture event.

The challenge was to translate Vecna’s organic, intricate patterns onto the smooth form of the figure in a way that remained aesthetic, readable, and consistent with the brand’s DNA.

Execution – Technology and Craftsmanship:

The scope of work included:

• preparing the surface of the delivered figure,
• precisely applying base colors — in shades of red, pink, and beige,
• hand-painting all graphics characteristic of Vecna, such as:
  – lines imitating the structure of his “organic” skin,
  – vein patterns known from the series,
  – simplified, illustrative facial features,
• refining gradients, shadows, and contours according to Lucy Kaas reference materials,
• coating the entire figure with a protective varnish.

All painting was done manually to preserve the unique linework and the illustrative character of the brand.

Composition:

• the recognizable Kokeshi form (large head + cylindrical body),
• the elegant simplicity of Lucy Kaas design,
• the visual identity of Vecna — dark, organic, inspired by the Upside Down.

Reception and Effect:

Thanks to the precise painting and expressive styling, the figure:

• captured attention from a long distance,
• made a strong impression within the dark, atmospheric scenography,
• bridged the worlds of design and pop culture,
• effectively strengthened the brand’s presence in the event space.

FAQ:

Did we produce the Vecna figure?

No — the model was supplied by Lucy Kaas. Our task was to perform the full artistic painting.

Was the Vecna design provided, or did we create it?

We worked using official reference files and guidelines from Lucy Kaas and Stranger Things.

Can we paint other large figures provided by a client?

Yes — we offer professional artistic painting, from simple graphics to highly complex designs.

Is the figure suitable for event display?

Yes — it was prepared in a way that allows for intensive use in exhibition environments.