This is a charming 3D-printed figure of a cute, chubby cat holding a small blue fish. The cat has a distinctive split color design, with a soft orange on one side and blue on the other. It sits on a round, grassy base complete with tiny red mushrooms and a painted stream, giving the entire piece a sweet, whimsical feel.

3D Printing Technical Sheet: Chubby Calico Cat with Fish

• 3D Model: The "Chubby Calico Cat"
• Designer: A digital artist specializing in "kawaii" or chibi-style figures
• Dimensions: Approximately 100 mm (height) x 80 mm (width) x 80 mm (depth)
• Weight of Object: Approx. 85 grams

Printing Parameters and Finishing

• Slicing Software: PrusaSlicer (with resin settings)
• Printer: Resin 3D Printer (e.g., Anycubic Photon Mono M5)
• Resin:
  • Type: White Standard Resin (ideal for post-processing and painting)
  • Color: White
• Resin Printing Configuration:
  • Layer Height: 0.04 mm (for exceptional detail and a very smooth surface)
  • Exposure Time per Layer: 2.0 seconds
  • Support Strategy: Medium supports, strategically placed on the underside of the belly, feet, and the fish to be easily removed without damaging visible areas.
• Estimated Print Time: 5-6 hours
• Post-processing & Painting:
  • Washing: The printed model is washed thoroughly with Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA).
  • Curing: The figure is fully cured using a UV curing station for 10 minutes.
  • Priming: A white primer is applied to the entire figure to create a uniform base for the paint.
  • Painting: The figure is meticulously hand-painted with high-quality acrylic hobby paints. The various colors are applied with a fine brush, including the orange, blue, white belly, pink paw pads, blue eyes, and the details on the base.
  • Varnish: A final coat of clear, glossy varnish is applied to the eyes and the fish to make them shine, while a matte varnish is used on the rest of the figure to protect the paint and give a soft finish.