Hi, I’m Rebecca Gallo, founder of Gallo Makes, an independent model‑making studio based in Bath. I specialise in traditional clay sculpture and model making for fine art, museum replicas, TV and film, attractions, and product prototyping. When a project requires additional scale or specialist skills, I collaborate with a trusted network of experts to deliver exceptional results. I work with precision, craftsmanship, and durable, high‑quality outputs, and I employ CAD workflows (Rhino 6 and V‑Ray) to design efficiently, produce accurate blueprints for hand fabrication, and create components for 3D printing to visualise design intent before production. I manage deadlines, client communication, and project costs, and I pride myself on speed without compromising quality, whether working solo or in a team. Recent highlights include commissions for the European Space Agency’s Mars Express 20th anniversary commemoration models, and I run Rolltex, a UK‑made range of ergonomically designed texturising tools for makers sold to customers and retailers. My career spans roles at Scale Model Makers (Head CAD Modeller), Cod Steaks Ltd (Warner Bros – Harry Potter global attractions), and numerous Harry Potter attractions worldwide. I am grateful to balance artistic vision with practical problem‑solving and to deliver tangible, high‑quality results for large clients and small commissions alike.

Rebecca Gallo

Hi, I’m Rebecca Gallo, founder of Gallo Makes, an independent model‑making studio based in Bath. I specialise in traditional clay sculpture and model making for fine art, museum replicas, TV and film, attractions, and product prototyping. When a project requires additional scale or specialist skills, I collaborate with a trusted network of experts to deliver exceptional results. I work with precision, craftsmanship, and durable, high‑quality outputs, and I employ CAD workflows (Rhino 6 and V‑Ray) to design efficiently, produce accurate blueprints for hand fabrication, and create components for 3D printing to visualise design intent before production. I manage deadlines, client communication, and project costs, and I pride myself on speed without compromising quality, whether working solo or in a team. Recent highlights include commissions for the European Space Agency’s Mars Express 20th anniversary commemoration models, and I run Rolltex, a UK‑made range of ergonomically designed texturising tools for makers sold to customers and retailers. My career spans roles at Scale Model Makers (Head CAD Modeller), Cod Steaks Ltd (Warner Bros – Harry Potter global attractions), and numerous Harry Potter attractions worldwide. I am grateful to balance artistic vision with practical problem‑solving and to deliver tangible, high‑quality results for large clients and small commissions alike.

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Hi, I’m Rebecca Gallo, founder of Gallo Makes, an independent model‑making studio based in Bath. I specialise in traditional clay sculpture and model making for fine art, museum replicas, TV and film, attractions, and product prototyping. When a project requires additional scale or specialist skills, I collaborate with a trusted network of experts to deliver exceptional results. I work with precision, craftsmanship, and durable, high‑quality outputs, and I employ CAD workflows (Rhino 6 and V‑Ray) to design efficiently, produce accurate blueprints for hand fabrication, and create components for 3D printing to visualise design intent before production. I manage deadlines, client communication, and project costs, and I pride myself on speed without compromising quality, whether working solo or in a team.

Recent highlights include commissions for the European Space Agency’s Mars Express 20th anniversary commemoration models, and I run Rolltex, a UK‑made range of ergonomically designed texturising tools for makers sold to customers and retailers. My career spans roles at Scale Model Makers (Head CAD Modeller), Cod Steaks Ltd (Warner Bros – Harry Potter global attractions), and numerous Harry Potter attractions worldwide. I am grateful to balance artistic vision with practical problem‑solving and to deliver tangible, high‑quality results for large clients and small commissions alike.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sculptor & Model Maker at Cod Steaks Ltd
June 2, 2019 - November 10, 2022
I have experience working at Codsteaks Ltd in the sculpting department. I am very humbled to have been one of the main sculptors sculpting creatures for various Harry Potter attractions globally from 2019-2022. These include the Harry potter flagship store in New York, The Forbidden Forest Experiences (USA & Europe), Harry Potter a photographic Museum (London) and Harry Potter – Tokyo. The main client, Warner Bros, commended me personally for the sculpture work I achieved.
CAD Designer at Scale Model Makers
November 6, 2022 - April 5, 2023
In 2022 I worked at Scale Model Makers as a Model Maker and CAD Specialist. During my time here, I worked on several military product & vehicle models, having been the Head CAD Modeller.
Founder & Lead Maker at Gallo Makes
April 6, 2023 - Present
I currently run my own sole trader business and am the lead maker. Gallo Makes is an independent model-making studio based in Bath, UK. We design and build bespoke models, sculptures, and prototypes for companies & private clients across a wide range of creative industries. Our work spans fine art, museum replicas, TV and film, attractions, and product prototyping, with a focus on durable, high-quality results. When projects demand additional scale or specialist skills, we collaborate with a trusted network of experts to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Education

First Class BA Hons - Model Making at AUB - Arts University Bournemouth
September 10, 2016 - June 1, 2019
Bachelor of Honours Degree in Model Making at Arts University Bournemouth
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor of Honours Degree in Model Making at Arts University Bournemouth
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

First Class BA Hons - Model Making
September 10, 2016 - June 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Education, Other, Travel & Hospitality