PROJECT CASE STUDY
Portable
Art Box.
Collaborating with Jazza to develop a portable art studio!
Edward and Jazza working on the prototypes of the portable art box.
OVERVIEW
Designing for Laser manufacturing.
Project: Portable Art Box
Role: CAD Designer
Client: Jazza
Skills: Product conception, CAD design, Design for manufacturing, Programming
This project focuses on the design and development of a portable, fold-out art studio created in collaboration with artist and YouTuber Jazza.
The initial concept was to create a compact box capable of carrying a full set of painting tools, while also unfolding into a functional workspace. The design needed to balance portability with usability, ensuring that artists could set up and begin working quickly in a variety of environments.
From Concept to Design
The process began by translating early sketches into a fully realised 3D model.
Using Blender, the entire system was developed digitally to test proportions, layout, and usability. Every component, from brushes and paints to working surfaces, was considered within the design to ensure that the box functioned as a cohesive and efficient tool rather than simply a container.
This stage allowed for rapid iteration, refining how the box would open, organise materials, and support the act of painting.
Prototyping and Testing
To validate the design, a physical prototype was produced using 3D printing.
This allowed the concept to be tested in real-world conditions, identifying areas where adjustments were needed for strength, usability, and assembly. Moving from digital to physical form ensured that the final design was not only visually resolved, but also practical to use.
Design for Manufacturing
Once the design was refined, it was reworked as a laser-cut kit for production.
Using Fusion 360, the entire system was built as a parametric model, linking dimensions and tolerances through equations. This meant that changes to material thickness or manufacturing constraints could be applied globally, automatically updating the full design.
This approach streamlined iteration, reduced the risk of error, and produced clean, reliable files ready for fabrication.
Outcome
The final result is a portable, fold-out studio that balances creativity with practicality.
It remains true to the original concept while being durable, manufacturable, and intuitive to use. The project demonstrates a complete design pipeline, from initial sketch through to a production-ready product, combining digital modelling, physical prototyping, and parametric manufacturing workflows.
