This contest is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors. We encourage you to explore and support them in return! If you or your company would like to sponsor the Original Mecha Contest, reach out to us at originalmechacontest@gmail.com.

2025 Sponsors

Echo Tech & Zeonmarket

Echo Tech Co., Ltd. specializes in ultrasonic cutters, power tools, and atomizers for various industries. Founded in 1999 and affiliated with HONDA ELECTRONICS CO., LTD., they advance ultrasonic technology from manufacturing to model making. Partnering with Zeonmarket in Europe, they provide high-quality tools and Gunpla accessories for hobbyists.

Plainries

Plainries was founded by Richard Vd Meijden a sci-fi and fantasy model builder who enjoys kitbashing, scratch building and supporting other members of the community wherever he can. Richard is a driving force in the community spreading positivity and providing inspiration to others with his builds.

KiBaRo

Coming soon!

2024 Sponsors

Scale Modellers Supply

SMS Is an Australian based hobby supply store specialising in their own range of scale model paint. SMS also sell many other model support goods including airbrushes, books, tools and accessories.

Dspiae

A well known and respected manufacturer of a wide range of outstanding products such as nippers, hobby knives, hand saws, files, colouring tools, storage kits, pneumatic power tools and many more! Dspiae has been providing high quality innovative tools to hobbyists all around the world since 2016!

Hobbyzone

Innovative storage and organization solutions, meticulously crafted to streamline your creative workspace. From paint racks to modular workbenches, their products are designed to enhance efficiency and inspire creativity. Explore their range and revolutionize your hobby space.

Armored Komodo Heavy Industries

Armored Komodo is a hobby supply manufacturing shop based in the Philippines. They are known for their own brand high quality hobby paints and it’s auxiliaries as well as resin based hobby equipment.

Artis Opus

Discover the exceptional range of brushes, meticulously designed to deliver precision and performance, ensuring every stroke is a masterpiece. Dive into their wealth of knowledge with helpful how-to videos on YouTube.

Aves

2024 Small Business of the Year, AVES Studio offers exceptional sculpting and modelling materials, trusted by artists worldwide for unparalleled quality and versatility. Explore their range and elevate your creative projects to new heights.

Model by Krumme

Krumme, a former PRO division contest winner and the visionary behind the CUPCUP challenge! This exceptionally talented artist embodies dedication and skill, crafting awe-inspiring mechs from scratch and immersive dioramas so realistic, you'd swear they're from another world!

SamuelDecal

Samuel has been providing model makers and hobbyists with tools, model kits, supplies and decals for over a decade! He provides an excellent service that continues to improve year by year.

The Army Painter

The Army Painter was founded to help gamers of all types have more fun playing. Having painted miniatures using high-quality products, that are affordably priced, and perfect for the job. All designed to make painting fun, easy, and fast.

AO Mecha

AO Mecha conducts wonderful interviews on his YouTube channel with some extremely talented artists. Not only does Ariel interview and promote others builders he also has a variety of other videos such as his own build videos, tips & tricks and royalty free music for others to use!

Plainries

Plainries was founded by Richard Vd Meijden a sci-fi and fantasy model builder who enjoys kitbashing, scratch building and supporting other members of the community wherever he can. Richard is a driving force in the community spreading positivity and providing inspiration to others with his builds.

Kallamity

Kallamity is a one-man brand created by Luca Zampriolo in 2008. Luca Zampriolo is a painter, sculptor, illustrator, mecha and concept designer and modeller.
Kallamity offers beautiful resin cast scale model kits of his own personal designs and also design/prototype service for other companies.

2023 Sponsors

Scale Modellers Supply

SMS Is an Australian based hobby supply store specialising in their own range of scale model paint. SMS also sell many other model support goods including airbrushes, books, tools and accessories.

Dspiae

A well known and respected manufacturer of a wide range of outstanding products such as nippers, hobby knives, hand saws, files, colouring tools, storage kits, pneumatic power tools and many more! Dspiae has been providing high quality innovative tools to hobbyists all around the world since 2016!

JL Gunpla UK

Jason sells a wide variety of 3rd Party Kits, Tools & Accessories (Madworks & CJ Hobby), Decals and other hobby essentials at a fair price. The store always has new and interesting items coming into stock which are in high demand.

Armored Komodo Heavy Industries

Armored Komodo is a hobby supply manufacturing shop based in the Philippines. They are known for their own brand high quality hobby paints and it’s auxiliaries as well as resin based hobby equipment.

Kallamity

Kallamity is a one-man brand created by Luca Zampriolo in 2008. Luca Zampriolo is a painter, sculptor, illustrator, mecha and concept designer and modeller.
Kallamity offers beautiful resin cast scale model kits of his own personal designs and also design/prototype service for other companies.

Design Studio Press

Design Studio Press is a Southern California–based publishing house with its fingers on the pulse of concept design. Founded over a decade ago by Scott Robertson, the press has stayed true to its mission to feature and partner directly with artists.

GodHand

GSW are well known in the hobby space as Spanish crafters of fine hobby tools & supplies. This family owned company based in Valencia produces high quality products ranging from paints and tools to basing materials, glues, display plinths and of course, the Green Stuff Putty.

K Scale Models

K Scale Models produces 3d printable accessory for dioramas, conversion kits and scale models. 3d printing gives a unique opportunity, producing scale models with the ability to make items to all scales with just a touch of a button. We produce low volume and bespoke products.

Mecha Decal

Designed by Tim (Child of mecha), Mecha Decals produce ultra-premium waterslide decals that are made for Gunpla, Mecha, and other Sci-Fi scale models.

SamuelDecal

Samuel has been providing model makers and hobbyists with tools, model kits, supplies and decals for over a decade! He provides an excellent service that continues to improve year by year.

The Army Painter

The Army Painter was founded to help gamers of all types have more fun playing. Having painted miniatures using high-quality products, that are affordably priced, and perfect for the job. All designed to make painting fun, easy, and fast.

AO Mecha

AO Mecha conducts wonderful interviews on his YouTube channel with some extremely talented artists. Not only does Ariel interview and promote others builders he also has a variety of other videos such as his own build videos, tips & tricks and royalty free music for others to use!

Mech Designs

Angelo is a previous GBWC Phillipines Champion and now spends his time as an Art Toy Designer. A highly respected scale modeller and artist. Angelo creates one off unique toys and collectibles which are highly sought after!

Scientific Models

Scientific models offer a range of unique and beautiful miniatures and modelling products all of which are rigorously made in Italy. Producer of sought after and incredibly detailed miniatures and collectibles!

Green Stuff World

GSW are well known in the hobby space as Spanish crafters of fine hobby tools & supplies. This family owned company based in Valencia produces high quality products ranging from paints and tools to basing materials, glues, display plinths and of course, the Green Stuff Putty.

2022 Sponsors

Scale Modellers Supply

SMS Is an Australian based hobby supply store specialising in their own range of scale model paint. SMS also sell many other model support goods including airbrushes, books, tools and accessories.

True Gunpla

Bringing Plastic And Metal Together. From the frozen furry of nordic themed builds to rusted war-torn mechs of war. TrueGunpla is your source of plamo content, community and more. His clothing line and builds bring death metal music and mecha together with brutal designs inspired by Mecha such as Gundam, MaK, Super Sentai and more.

The Cutting Mat Podcast

A scale modelling podcast by the community for the community. The show covers everything involving the scale modelling hobby from the community, events and more. The four hosts are involved with the hobby in many aspects, as community leaders, content creators, judges, and many other hats.

Armored Komodo Heavy Industries

Armored Komodo is a hobby supply manufacturing shop based in the Philippines. They are known for their own brand high quality hobby paints and it’s auxiliaries as well as resin based hobby equipment.

Kallamity

Kallamity is a one-man brand created by Luca Zampriolo in 2008. Luca Zampriolo is a painter, sculptor, illustrator, mecha and concept designer and modeller.
Kallamity offers beautiful resin cast scale model kits of his own personal designs and also design/prototype service for other companies.

Plainries

Plainries was founded by Richard Vd Meijden a sci-fi and fantasy model builder who enjoys kitbashing, scratch building and supporting other members of the community wherever he can. Richard is a driving force in the community spreading positivity and providing inspiration to others with his builds.

Design Studio Press

Design Studio Press is a Southern California–based publishing house with its fingers on the pulse of concept design. Founded over a decade ago by Scott Robertson, the press has stayed true to its mission to feature and partner directly with artists.

Green Stuff World

GSW are well known in the hobby space as Spanish crafters of fine hobby tools & supplies. This family owned company based in Valencia produces high quality products ranging from paints and tools to basing materials, glues, display plinths and of course, the Green Stuff Putty.

Galactic Toys

Galactic Toys & Collectibles started with the owners passion for Toys & Collectibles. Starting out in a garage in 2013, they have grown immensely. They now have 20+ employees and are in a 100,000 square foot warehouse full of toys and collectibles.

HiCraig Studios

HiCraig is an exceptional modeller who shares is modelling works through a variety of platforms, taking time to provide tips & tricks whilst answering questions for the community. Producer of several modelling supplies HiCraig gives back to the community in a big way!

USA Gundam Store

USA Gundam Store is a family owned business located in Daytona Beach, Florida. They are committed to selling many products from Gundam model kits, hobby accessories, paints, detailing parts and other Japanese anime character merchandise offering the best price on the market.

Built To Scale

Built To Scale provides up to date news and information with a strong community element.  Their online store is focused on supplying hobbyists with model kits, miniatures and materials for scratch building.

AO Mecha

AO Mecha conducts wonderful interviews on his YouTube channel with some extremely talented artists. Not only does Ariel interview and promote others builders he also has a variety of other videos such as his own build videos, tips & tricks and royalty free music for others to use!

Zinc Mecha

Zinc Mecha is a model supply store based in Poland that sells mech models, paints, accessories and tools for affordable prices! The owner is a long standing member of the hobby community who aims to support other enthusiasts fairly.

Madworks

MADWORKS was established in October 2015 by a group of scale modelers and hobbyists in Taiwan. They focuses on research and development, as well as the sales of scale models related tools. MADWORKS has become a name well known in the scale model community for its high quality products.

SIMPro

SIMPro design and cast excellent quality resin kits ranging which include full kits, accessories and busts. They also provide professional tested tools and accessories for plastic modelling with a great selection of products for all your needs.

2021 Sponsors

Hobby Mate

A hobby supply store based in Singapore that design and supply innovative hobby tools based on Modeller's Needs. Hobby Mate also supply several different model kits and other unique items.

True Gunpla

Bringing Plastic And Metal Together. From the frozen furry of nordic themed builds to rusted war-torn mechs of war. TrueGunpla is your source of plamo content, community and more. His clothing line and builds bring death metal music and mecha together with brutal designs inspired by Mecha such as Gundam, MaK, Super Sentai and more.

The Cutting Mat Podcast

A scale modelling podcast by the community for the community. The show covers everything involving the scale modelling hobby from the community, events and more. The four hosts are involved with the hobby in many aspects, as community leaders, content creators, judges, and many other hats.

Scale Modellers Supply

SMS Is an Australian based hobby supply store specialising in their own range of scale model paint. SMS also sell many other model support goods including airbrushes, books, tools and accessories.

Vallejo

Vallejo is a well respected company based in Europe that provides colours for hobby and fine arts. They specialise in all manner of materials and products to assist any artist to create their very own masterpiece.

K Scale Models

K Scale Models produces 3d printable accessory for dioramas, conversion kits and scale models. 3d printing gives a unique opportunity, producing scale models with the ability to make items to all scales with just a touch of a button. We produce low volume and bespoke products.

Built To Scale

Built To Scale provides up to date news and information with a strong community element.  Their online store is focused on supplying hobbyists with model kits, miniatures and materials for scratch building.

AO Mecha

AO Mecha conducts wonderful interviews on his YouTube channel with some extremely talented artists. Not only does Ariel interview and promote others builders he also has a variety of other videos such as his own build videos, tips & tricks and royalty free music for others to use!

Zinc Mecha

Zinc Mecha is a model supply store based in Poland that sells mech models, paints, accessories and tools for affordable prices! The owner is a long standing member of the hobby community who aims to support other enthusiasts fairly.

2020 Sponsors

Hobby Mate

A hobby supply store based in Singapore that design and supply innovative hobby tools based on Modeller's Needs. Hobby Mate also supply several different model kits and other unique items.

True Gunpla

Bringing Plastic And Metal Together. From the frozen furry of nordic themed builds to rusted war-torn mechs of war. TrueGunpla is your source of plamo content, community and more. His clothing line and builds bring death metal music and mecha together with brutal designs inspired by Mecha such as Gundam, MaK, Super Sentai and more.

Scale Modellers Supply

SMS Is an Australian based hobby supply store specialising in their own range of scale model paint. SMS also sell many other model support goods including airbrushes, books, tools and accessories.

DC23 Clothing

Don Suratos is an active member in the hobbyist community providing inspiration, tutorials and hobby products. Don will soon be launching his own clothing line featuring his own art work and designs.

Built To Scale

Built To Scale provides up to date news and information with a strong community element.  Their online store is focused on supplying hobbyists with model kits, miniatures and materials for scratch building.

2019 Sponsors

Hobby Mate

A hobby supply store based in Singapore that design and supply innovative hobby tools based on Modeller's Needs. Hobby Mate also supply several different model kits and other unique items.

Newtype

Newtype HQ is an online store with an impressive stocklist containing model kits from different series (Including Gundam, Star Wars and many more), model paints, tools and supplies. All sold at an affordable price.

Scale Modellers Supply

SMS Is an Australian based hobby supply store specialising in their own range of scale model paint. SMS also sell many other model support goods including airbrushes, books, tools and accessories.

Keos Masons

Keos Masons specialise in character modeling and concept design services for the video-game, movie and the collectible industry. They have several unique collectibles available to purchase from their website.