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by Chris Tyler: Fundamentals | Modeling
Texturing | 7.5 Rendering
UV Mapping | Misc
8.0 Specific

A shampoo product bottle illustration, Part 3

Christopher Tyler Feb, 14th 2020 0 Comments

CX Interface, CX Intermediate, CX Modeling

In part 3, we take a look at the use of the Hull function for use a second approach to modeling the body, using Adobe Illustrator as a starting point for the definition of the shape.

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by Chris Tyler: Fundamentals | Modeling
Texturing | 7.5 Rendering
UV Mapping | Misc
8.0 Specific

Fixing boolean derived geometry, part 2.

Christopher Tyler Feb, 3rd 2020 0 Comments

CX Interface, CX Modeling, Design 3D CX

In part 2, we look at an alternative method for creating the L-shaped geometry from part 1, without the use of boolean function. This method starts with bezier regions created in Adobe Illustrator and results in geometry that is easy to UV map.

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Design 3D CX 8 for Mac – Overview

Ken Bringhurst Mar, 25th 2015 0 Comments

CX Beginner, CX Free Tutorials, CX Interface, CX Introductory, CX Version 8.0 Specific, Design 3D CX, Free Tutorials

Getting Started Series Overview Video Design 3D CX 8 for Mac Design 3D CX 8 for Mac gives you easy to use, accessible power. Now 64 bit, Design 3D gives you more power, more speed, access to more memory for larger files, LiveRay, global soft shadows, HDR Light Studio support, and much, much more. This video is part of the Getting Started series, and can also be accessed using the Design 3D CX 8 “Help” menu. Learn more about Design 3D CX 8 on the Strata.com product page.

Beginner’s First Project in Design 3D CX 8

Ken Bringhurst Mar, 25th 2015 1 Comment

CX Beginner, CX Free Tutorials, CX Interface, CX Introductory, CX Modeling, CX Rendering, CX Texturing, CX Version 8.0 Specific, Design 3D CX, Free Tutorials

Getting Started Series First Project Design 3D CX 8 for Mac This supplement bottle project will show you how to import Adobe Illustrator artwork, turn it into a three-dimensional model, apply a label to the bottle, and setup a hero shot to create a final rendering. Along the way you’ll learn the basics of the user interface and how to work in 3D space. Design 3D CX 8 users: These videos are part of the Getting Started series, and can also be accessed using the Design 3D CX 8 “Help” menu. Non-Design 3D CX 8 users: For CX 7 and

Fundamentals of Design 3D CX 8

Ken Bringhurst Mar, 25th 2015 1 Comment

CX Animation, CX Beginner, CX Free Tutorials, CX Interface, CX Introductory, CX Lighting, CX Modeling, CX Rendering, CX Texturing, CX Version 8.0 Specific, Design 3D CX, Free Tutorials

Getting Started Series Fundamentals of Design 3D CX 8 for Mac This series of videos provides the fundamentals for new users – or users who just need a refresher. The basics are covered, including some features that are new to version 8. These videos are part of the Getting Started series, and can also be accessed using the Design 3D CX 8 “Help” menu.

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Reducing Strata Design 3D CX Startup Time by Managing The Resources Folder

Rodrigo Duarte Nov, 27th 2014 0 Comments

CX Interface, CX Intermediate, Design 3D CX

Strata Design 3D can take a while to load, particularly in computers with slower hard drives. This simple housekeeping tip will make Strata Design 3D load much faster.

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