Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing

Los Angeles and Greater Southern California

Additive Manufacturing Services

Pushing The Boundaries 3d Printing Technologies

Gentle Giant Studios offers cutting-edge 3D printing services in Los Angeles, providing tailored solutions for projects of any scale. We leverage both large-format and high-detail small-format printing technologies to ensure the highest quality results for your specific needs.

From full-sized prop weapons and entire suits of armor printed in a single piece, to theme park concepts like a T-Rex head, our large-format capabilities can handle even your most ambitious projects. Whether you already have 3D models ready for printing or require assistance in creating them, our team is ready to partner with you and bring your vision to life.

3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing by Gentle Giant Studios

SLS

Strength & Function

Durable nylon parts built for production strength, rapid iteration, and ready-for-use functionality.

SLA

Ultra-Fine Precision

Seamless surfaces and crisp detail ideal for prototypes, props, and collector-grade models.

MJP

Speed & Versatility

Multi-material printing with fine feature resolution—perfect for components, molds, and mockups.

Color

Vivid Realism

Full-color 3D printing that captures every hue and texture for lifelike characters and product visuals.

DLP

Strength & Function

High-speed resin printing that delivers crisp, accurate results for concept models and small production runs.

Post Processing & Paint Services

The Final Touch

From smoothing and assembly to studio-grade paint and finishing, we make every part camera-ready.

Stereolithography (SLA) Technologies

Where imagination solidifies—bringing digital concepts to life with sculptural fidelity and cinematic detail.

SLA 3D Printing ProX950

— Precision Meets Scale —

This large-format SLA printer delivers ultra-fine detail and flawless surfaces for short-run production, hero prototypes, and collectibles. With one of the largest build volumes available, the ProX 950 creates full-scale sculpts, props, and product masters in a single seamless print—ready for camera, client, or production.

SLA 3D Printing iPro 8000

— Industrial-Grade Detail —

Engineered for large, complex builds, the iPro 8000 combines high resolution with remarkable speed. It’s the go-to choice for full-scale character models, detailed mechanical parts, and production-ready masters—bridging concept to completion in one continuous workflow.

SLA 3D Printing ProX 800

— The Versatile Workhorse —

Balancing speed, accuracy, and reliability, the ProX 800 produces high-resolution parts ideal for short-run production and intricate design validation. Its precision and surface quality make it a favorite for detailed props, prototypes, and on-set ready components.

Additional 3D Printing Technologies

Expanding possibility through color, material, and strength—bridging artistry and engineering in every layer.

Multijet Printing ProJet MJP 2500

— Precision in Motion —

Ideal for functional prototypes and fine-detail parts, the ProJet MJP 2500 delivers smooth, accurate, multi-material prints with exceptional edge definition. Fast turnaround and easy post-processing make it perfect for prop components, fit checks, and product mockups that demand both speed and realism.

Color 3D Printing Mimaki

— Color Without Compromise —

With over 10 million colors and full transparency capability, the 3DUJ-553 sets the standard for photorealistic 3D printing. Perfect for film maquettes, collectibles, and game prototypes, it captures every nuance of design with vibrant, durable precision straight out of the printer.

SLS 3D Printing sPro

— Strength Meets Speed —

Built for production-scale SLS printing, the sPro delivers durable nylon parts with exceptional strength, consistency, and throughput. From wearable components to functional set pieces, it’s the perfect blend of industrial power and creative flexibility.

Our Expertise

From lifelike characters and props to limited-run collectibles and concept models, our prints bring imagination to life with precision and artistry. With over 20 years of studio experience, we understand your vision and will:

Before the print…

Choose the appropriate technology

Set expectations for either surface detail or larger part volume

Exact Sizing

Scale up/down… We specialize in scaling to your exact specification and execute within tolerance

Tailor Your Build

Pre Flight your geometry and optimize for the chosen printing process
Assign the appropriate wall thickness for master patterns/end use
Determine best setups to reduce mass/cost
Setup for the best orientation to deliver quality
Take your prints to the next level with stunning color 3D printing.

Additive Manufacturing — What happens after the print?

This is where we stand out, while others will simply print it and stick it in a box, here at Gentle Giant we can do full cleanup, all the way to fine finishing (Post-Processing), through professional painting services.

Confirm Your Sizing

The end-use material compels the initial 3D Print sizing as we send builds to the machines.

Real-Time Build Monitoring

Our Additive Team has a combined 40 years of Additive Manufacturing experience and supervises all builds as they progress to a finished part.

Does it need to be cleaned up?

Some clients prefer us to do final cleanup on parts, and we can assist with this as needed.

We are actively involved and work intimately with the Additive Manufacturing industry.

“We love Gentle Giant. They have consistently produced spot-on hyper accurate work for us over the years, with the kind of attention to detail that we go crazy for here at Pixar.”

John Lasseter

PIXAR Animation Studios