3d forums home Resources for 3d artists

Organic structural modeling?

Posted: December 09, 2012
itsprocess
There is a specific type of structure I would like to learn how to model. Search "Janne Kyttänen macedonia tray" on Google Images to see what I'm thinking of... (I'm a new member to 3dmd, so I am unable to post a web link or image just yet) Confused

I want to be able to model this type of form quickly, easily and efficiently, while still having flexibility in being able to move the intersections of the structure around afterwards. I also plan on 3D printing the form afterwards.

I've been doing some research, and it seems that I should probably start with either Rhino + T-splines, or Maya. What do you guys think?

I am familiar with Solidworks, Sketchup, and a little bit of Maya and Rhino.

I would prefer using Sketchup, and I know there are poly modeling plugins for it, but I have not messed around with them as of yet.

Any pointers, or help in the right direction in the form of tutorials and such would be greatly appreciated!


Thanks!
Very Happy