I used to sculpt in clay as a hobby for a while, but the limited space and constant struggle to manage it have made it mentally challenging to continue and turn it into something more than just a hobby. For now, I’ve decided to put traditional sculpting on hold and focus on digital art, which takes up much less space. Over the years, I’ve revisited Blender on and off with long gaps in between, but this time, I’m committing to giving it a proper go, starting with the basics once again.
Oh! These models are looking so nice.
I like the mouth and buttons on the snowman. I'll check in again later
Completed an Intro to 3D Modeling. For extra practice, I also modeled a volleyball and a basketball. I'm really pleased with how the volleyball turned out. As for the basketball, I'm not entirely sure about it, but I think it turned out pretty good for a beginner.
Also, thank you so much for your kind words on my first post.
I was so proud of myself when I managed to model a volleyball, and the fact that it wasn’t super smooth didn’t bother me at first because I wasn’t sure how to fix it. Thank you Spikey for the nudge with those red arrows! I went back to the ball and was able to smooth it out using the Smooth Vertices option in Edit Mode.
Completed the Hard Surface modeling lessons and a hard drive exercise. To challenge myself, I also modeled ports, a lock button, and a power button at the back. The process was full of ups and downs and required a lot of patience, especially with the Boolean modifier. My laptop frequently lagged, froze, and even crashed Blender a few times. I figured out a way around the modifier by applying it immediately after finishing with it.
To everyone reading this: Wishing you happiness, ambition, and boundless creative energy in 2025!
Set bold goals, embrace learning, and create with passion!
P.S. Subdivision surface modifier exercise. x 2 mugs and a sugar bowl.
Pothead blockout. First two lessons completed. Posting here to track his transformation. :)
Completed the 'Modeling the Pot' and 'Modeling the Handle' lessons.
I struggled a lot with the handle and the ring at its end. When I create something, it has to feel right to me when I look at it. I think I’ll take some creative liberty as I work through the lessons.
I love Tim’s illustration, but when I try to model it exactly as in the picture, something feels off. So, I’ll trust my instincts and go with what feels right for me. Pothead might end up looking a little different—but hopefully, it still counts!
Pothead looking different is good, teachers always encourage for students to make their own version instead of directly copying what's on the tutorial. So you're going in the right track. You can also consider doing him the same as in the tutorial, so you can follow along and then try it again but this time making your own version and with following the tutorial.
