3D model of a foil balloon?
Posted: June 29, 2012
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Post subject: 3D model of a foil balloon?
Hi all,
I'm a graphic designer for a firm in Mildenhall - we design and manufacture foil balloons. We're searching for a way to pre-visualise the designs - other than printing on substrate foil and hand making a balloon! We need a 3D representation of an 18inch foil balloon which we can skin with any design. It has to realistically show the folds of a balloon and the chrome-like texture of the metallic foil.
What software would people recommend to do this in? I'd have to train myself up - and it's too busy to spend alot of time learning a new package. Plus it's unlikely my boss would pay out for top end software for this one task.
How would you go about this if it was your project?
Any help would be greatly appreciated,
Nick
I'm a graphic designer for a firm in Mildenhall - we design and manufacture foil balloons. We're searching for a way to pre-visualise the designs - other than printing on substrate foil and hand making a balloon! We need a 3D representation of an 18inch foil balloon which we can skin with any design. It has to realistically show the folds of a balloon and the chrome-like texture of the metallic foil.
What software would people recommend to do this in? I'd have to train myself up - and it's too busy to spend alot of time learning a new package. Plus it's unlikely my boss would pay out for top end software for this one task.
How would you go about this if it was your project?
Any help would be greatly appreciated,
Nick
Posted: June 29, 2012
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Posted: July 02, 2012
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It can be done in blender.
Here are some blender rendering tutorials:
http://cgcookie.com/blender/category/tutorials/rendering/
Here are some blender rendering tutorials:
http://cgcookie.com/blender/category/tutorials/rendering/
Posted: July 02, 2012
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Definately I'd prefer Blender. Advanced and free.
Posted: July 22, 2012
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yea, blender 4 sure would be able to do it
Posted: August 22, 2012
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Blender will definitely do it at any cost...
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Posted: July 29, 2026
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I've been following the discussions around creating a 3D model of foil balloons, and it's fascinating how intricate even a simple design can get. The reflections on textures and lighting truly enhance our models. Having worked with Snow Rider 3D tools recently, I found that focusing on environmental interactions really helps—like how light reflects off metallic surfaces in different settings.
What Snow Rider techniques have others used to capture that shiny effect without it looking too artificial? It’s a tricky
What Snow Rider techniques have others used to capture that shiny effect without it looking too artificial? It’s a tricky