How We Use AI Images (So You Don’t Confuse Them With Proof)
Some people see an AI picture and instantly comment: “That’s AI crap.” Here’s the simple truth: we use AI images as a preview and a communication tool—not as proof that a LEGO model is already built and tested.
One thing to remember (read this twice)
An AI image is not a physical build. It is not a guarantee. It is not “tested.” It’s a fast way to show the idea so builders can decide if they want to explore it.
What an AI image is (in plain English)
An AI image is basically a concept sketch. It’s like a drawing on a napkin, except it looks more polished. It helps you understand:
- What the build is trying to be (shape, style, theme)
- What features might be included (doors, wheels, windows, engines, wings)
- What direction the build could go (colors, stance, silhouette)
That’s it. A picture is a picture. It does not prove the model is sturdy, legal, or even possible.
What an AI image is NOT
AI images are NOT: official LEGO instructions, BrickLink Studio renders, or proof that someone built the model in real bricks.
Why this matters
People get burned when someone posts a pretty picture and acts like it’s “ready to buy parts.” We don’t do that. We separate visual concept from build reality.
Why we use AI images at all
We use AI images for one reason: communication. LEGO planning can be hard to explain with just text. A quick visual helps builders understand the target.
“Do I even like this idea?” “Is this worth building?” “Do I want this style or scale?”
We can match the plan to a consistent look (shape language, proportions, color blocking) before anyone wastes time.
They make posts easy to recognize and keep our project pages consistent.
How we use AI images responsibly
We follow a simple rule: Images are for the idea. The plan is for the build.
Our “no tricking people” policy
- We label AI visuals as AI visuals (concept art / mockup / preview).
- We do not claim the image is “proof” of a finished MOC.
- We don’t tell people to buy parts based only on an image.
What we provide that matters more than the picture
The real value is the build plan system: real-world constraints, real technique guidance, and parts-aware direction. In our best workflows, we include:
- Real-build rules (legal connections, bracing, stable geometry)
- Clear structure plan (chassis/core first, then shell, then details)
- Parts list direction (BOM estimates, substitutions when needed)
- Multiple viewpoints (reference angles to compare while building)
Why people shout “AI crap” (and what they’re missing)
Most of the time, people aren’t mad at the idea of planning. They’re mad because they’ve seen AI used dishonestly.
They think: “This is fake, so you’re lying.”
Our response is simple: We aren’t selling the picture. We’re using the picture to explain the plan.
The trust question: “Has it been built?”
Here’s the clean way to understand it:
There are different levels of proof. We don’t pretend they’re the same.
Physical builds are the gold standard. If that’s your personal rule for buying plans, we respect it.
How YOU should use our AI images
Use our AI images like you’d use a concept drawing:
- Step 1: Decide if you like the idea and style.
- Step 2: Read the plan / brief and check the rules.
- Step 3: Test it (Studio or real bricks) before buying rare parts.
- Step 4: Improve it—because LEGO building is always iteration.
Bottom line
If your first thought is “AI image = trash,” we get why you think that—because lots of people abused it. But here’s our rule: We don’t sell fantasy. We sell clarity.
AI images help you understand the idea fast. The real work happens in the plan, the parts, and the build.