Smooth Mesh function, optimizing geometry

by Christopher Tyler | Jul 25, 2011

This quick tutorial shows how to optimize an object, created initially as a bezier/spline object, using the Smooth Mesh function so it works efficiently as a polygon mesh. This had advantages for rendering speed, in addition to creating geometry that can elegantly be...

On using the mirror function in the polygon modeler

by Christopher Tyler | Jun 30, 2011

This quick tutorial discusses how to use the mirror function in the polygon modeler.

Using the Snap Tool with bezier curves

by Christopher Tyler | Jun 30, 2011

This tutorial shows how to use the Snap Tool with bezier curves. It shows how to correct some inaccuracies in a bezier curve in preparation for use with the lathe tool.

Modeling a gum blister pack

by Christopher Tyler | Jun 30, 2011

This tutorial walks through the creation of a gum blister pack type of package container using the polygon modeling tool, using subdivision surfaces. To see other gum pack project components (texturing/rendering), GO HERE

Using the Inflate tool

by Christopher Tyler | Jun 28, 2011

This modeling tutorial creates some dish-ware as a vehicle for exploring the usage of the inflate tool.