Our 3D backhoe model is taking shape. Progressing past the initial block out stages, we're starting to finalize the hard-surface pieces of the machine. In part 3, I'd like to cover the creation of hydraulic lines and the advanced shrinkwrap technique for cutting construction lines on smooth shapes. Though given that I'm predicting this a month away, these topics are subject to change.
This complex model is a collaborative effort between instructor and Citizen members. The idea is to build this crazy thing together! If you're interested in contributing, please jump over to the Forum Thread to learn more!
| Modeling Heavy Equipment: Backhoe (Part 2) | Modeling Heavy Equipment: Backhoe (Part 4) |
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| Modeling a Motorcycle | Fundamentals of 3D Mesh Modeling in Blender |
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Hi Shawn, any fox in your rabbit hole?
It's the "Jack Sparrow" style of modeling haha
Rita you caught the virus? :( that's rough
The critiques are super helpful to point out the things you missed from working on something for so long.
[Q] I had a lot of trouble cutting that hole through the yellow part. Had to make up some shapes in that area.
Very werid
Hey Rita!
Shanr, my virus is sneaky. It lays dormant, until it finds time to burst out, I am taking vitamin C, sodium bicarbonate, alkaline-rich foods, etc.
Yup I agree too
Comments are always helpful