3D Modeling

Featured image of Paint 3D & Texture: How to Add Textures to 3D Models
Scratch the Surface
Paint 3D & Texture: How to Add Textures to 3D Models

When designing in Paint 3D, textures can add realistic detail to a 3D model. Learn how to add texture to 3D models in Paint 3D!

by Jackson O'Connell
Featured image of Best Maya 3D Modeling Tutorials (Most Are Free)
Practice Makes Perfect
Best Maya 3D Modeling Tutorials (Most Are Free)

Maya can be a bit intimidating, especially for beginners. Read on for the best Maya 3D modeling tutorial videos. Almost all are free!

by Naomi Kaye
Featured image of Blender: Particle System – Simply Explained
Particle Magic
Blender: Particle System – Simply Explained

Check out the most important settings and a step-by-step guide to creating magical effects with the Blender Particle System!

by Jaime Rios Velasco
Featured image of 3D Modeling with Maya: The Basics & Tools
Maya the Modeler
3D Modeling with Maya: The Basics & Tools

Want to get started making more organic objects and characters? Follow along to learn about some helpful tools to use while getting started!

by Larry Wood
Featured image of Shapr3D (3D Modeling App): How to Get Started
Get a Grip!
Shapr3D (3D Modeling App): How to Get Started

Shapr3D is a powerful CAD app made specifically for the iPad Pro. Take a closer look to see if it lives up to the hype!

by Leo Gregurić
Featured image of 3D Modeling Ideas: What Should You Model as a Beginner?
Runway's Waiting
3D Modeling Ideas: What Should You Model as a Beginner?

If you've started learning how to 3D model but are in need of 3D modeling ideas, you've come to the right place. Check out these cool ideas!

Featured image of Tinkercad’s New Physics-Based Feature Is a Time-Killer’s Dream
It’s All a Simulation
Tinkercad’s New Physics-Based Feature Is a Time-Killer’s Dream

From roller coasters to Galton boards, the Tinkercad Sim Lab is a sandbox full of possibility – educational and otherwise.

by Adam Kohut
Featured image of SketchUp Free vs Pro: The Differences
Time to SketchUpgrade
SketchUp Free vs Pro: The Differences

SketchUp Free vs. Pro, that's the question! If you're in doubt about paying for the Pro, check out this article to learn the differences.

Featured image of The 10 Most Interesting Blender Text Effects
21st-Century Scribbling
The 10 Most Interesting Blender Text Effects

Blender is a powerful tool for creating a wide range of 3D designs, animations, and even text. Read on for some cool Blender text effects!

by Cherie Tan
Featured image of 3D Modeling for Printing: Best Practices
Building Skills
3D Modeling for Printing: Best Practices

When 3D modeling for printing, your choices should account for the print process. Let's review some best practices!

by Holden Rice
Advertisement
Advertisement
Featured image of Sketch to 3D: How to Convert a Sketch into a 3D Image/Model
From Paper to Planes
Sketch to 3D: How to Convert a Sketch into a 3D Image/Model

A few methods to convert a sketch to 3D. Read on to learn how to digitize your sketches and develop 3D images and models from them!

by Jackson O'Connell
Featured image of The Best Free 3D Design Software
Make 3D Free!
The Best Free 3D Design Software

Check out our list of the best free 3D design software for beginners, advanced, and professional users available right now.

by Max von Übel
Featured image of Preview the New iPad with a 3D Printed Dummy
iRumors
Preview the New iPad with a 3D Printed Dummy

Youtube Blogger reverse engineers new iPad design using a leaked case, providing clues to the latest hardware Apple will launch on 21 March.

by Bulent Yusuf
Featured image of Gravity Sketch: All You Need to Know to Get Started
Prototype in VR
Gravity Sketch: All You Need to Know to Get Started

3D design in actual 3D? Follow our guide to get started with 3D modeling using Gravity Sketch in VR (and iPad)!

by Gabriel Boyd
Featured image of Blender: Weight Paint – Simply Explained
Not Actually Paint
Blender: Weight Paint – Simply Explained

Weight paint is essential to many aspects of the modeling workflow in Blender such as rigging, applying modifiers, and particle spreading, among other things. Explore this guide as we exlain Blender weight paint and show you how to use it!

by Jaime Rios Velasco
Featured image of How to Design Parts for SLA 3D Printing
Design for Perfection
How to Design Parts for SLA 3D Printing

Learn how to optimize your designs for SLA 3D printing, a not-so-simple 3D printing technology. In this guide, we present a number of tips that'll take you down the road to success!

by Brian Obudho
Featured image of PlastiSketch Debuts Alternative 3D Modeling Method Using Vectors
New 3D Modeling Software
PlastiSketch Debuts Alternative 3D Modeling Method Using Vectors

PlastiSketch offers a new method of 3D modeling that is an alternative to established tools. It is designed for those that want to create sculpted 3D objects, but lack the artistic finesse required by the likes of Zbrush and Blender.

by Max von Übel
Featured image of Autodesk 123D Sculpt+ Review
Review: Autodesk 123 Sculpt+
Autodesk 123D Sculpt+ Review

Autodesk 123D Sculpt+ is a 3D sculpting app for smartphones and tablets that finally gets digital sculpting tools in the hands of those who are not design professionals.

by Victor Anusci
Featured image of What Software Do I Need for 3D Printing?
Back to Basics
What Software Do I Need for 3D Printing?

When it comes to 3D printing software, the types and options can seem overwhelming. Read on to find out the must-haves!

Featured image of How to Convert STL Files to G-code
Transforming the Transformable
How to Convert STL Files to G-code

STL is a common file format for 3D models. Most manufacturing systems, however, require G-code. Find out how to convert STL to G-code!

by Bill Porter
Advertisement
Advertisement