Building Helacious: Making an Aluminum Expedition Sailboat from Stem to Stern Hardcover – March 30, 2026

Seven years. One well-equipped artist’s studio in Tennessee. A dream of the open sea. Join sculptor Brian Russell for an immersive look at the creation of Helacious, a 44-foot welded aluminum cutter built for the world’s toughest oceans.Part memoir, part technical masterclass, this narrative guides you through every weld, wire, and wood joint required to build an expedition-grade yacht from scratch. Featuring hundreds of photos, it covers: • Metal Fabrication & Structural Integrity • Marine Systems: Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing • Rigging for the High Seas • Amenities for long-term Living AboardSince her 2016 launch, Helacious has proven her mettle with four Atlantic crossings, including the legendary East-to-West Viking route. Whether you are building, buying, or dreaming, this is the blueprint for a vessel that can take you anywhere. Read more