In this lesson
- Elements of the interface/where to find everything
- Controlling the viewports
- How the Command: Prompt works, and running a command
- Creating basic solid shapes
- Panic buttons (<esc> and Restore Viewports)
- Shading controls for the viewports
- Selecting multiple objects and deleting
- Positioning and stacking objects in 3D space
Practice exercise
Try building the following character by positioning overlapping basic shapes in 3D space.
WRITTEN BY
Jack Meyer
Bespoke jewellery designer and jewellery technology educator, providing jewellery CAD and design training since 2006.
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