3D Modeling FoundationsBuild a Simple Object
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3D Modeling Foundations

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1Introduction to 3D
  • What is 3D Modeling?
  • Real-World Applications
  • The Coordinate System
  • Your First 3D Object
2Navigating 3D Space
  • Viewport Navigation
  • Grid, Axes, and Helpers
  • Navigate and Position
3Basic Shapes
  • Primitive Shapes
  • Transforming Objects
  • Naming and Organizing
  • Build a Simple Object
4Materials & Lighting
  • Understanding Materials
  • Lighting Basics
  • Apply Materials
5Mini Project
  • Mini Project: Build a Desk Scene
3D · Lesson 11 of 15Create a Snowman

Build a Simple Snowman

Let's practice by building a simple snowman from spheres!

Tasks

  1. 1Add three spheres to the scene
  2. 2Position them stacked vertically:

- Bottom: Large sphere at Y=0.5
- Middle: Medium sphere at Y=1.3
- Top: Small sphere at Y=2.0

  1. 3Scale each sphere appropriately:

- Bottom: Scale 1.0 (largest)
- Middle: Scale 0.7
- Top: Scale 0.5 (smallest)

How to Scale

  1. 1Select a sphere
  2. 2Press S or use Scale tool
  3. 3Drag to resize, or type values in Properties

Tips

  • Use the Properties panel for exact positions
  • Enable snap for easier positioning
  • Name your spheres (Body_Bottom, Body_Middle, Head)

Success Criteria

  • At least 3 objects in the scene
  • All objects above the grid
Bonus: Add a cylinder for a top hat!

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