From 3-d paper model to 3-d digital model.
Students came to our workshop and had a great time flexing their muscles building 3D paper and digital models. I wonder when we'll see the next Philip Starck or Frank Gehry? If you want to learn more about 3D digital model design, SketchUp is a good start. Here are some of the links for learning the software:
1) SketchUp Warehouse for downloading free SketchUp models for learning: https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/
2) SketchUp Tutorial for Beginners - Part One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UsHRGDvN4sM
3) SketchUp Tutorial for Beginners - Part Two: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-AeUyNaWb58
4) How to photomatch a picture inside SketchUp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnSVWHQX7eM
5) How to create domes, spheres & curved shapes in Sketchup: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FulYxVm1ou8
6) SketchUp to 3D Printer Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBl-N8jyNUo
7) How to install plugins, and extensions in SketchUp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UxaAocenEM (You can use this method to download the SketchUp STL plugin for 3D Printing)
8) SketchUp Animation for model walkthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJyLxBgI1NM
9) Importing and creating texture for SketchUp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nqvmrv4cCwE
10) Cutting plans and sections in SketchUp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPW6EKMwmjA
11) Using scenes and layers in SketchUp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPaoJXWKvg8
12) Moving and copying like a champ in SketchUp Part I: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2xlYnXzOt8
13) Moving and copying like a champ in SketchUp Part II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K93025DDUpw
14) Free STL models for 3D printing: https://www.youmagine.com/
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