Cinema 4D Modeling Basics

Learn to start with parametric primitives, spline-based, and polygon-based models in Cinema 4D, adjust dimensions and segments, and switch between editable points, edges, and polygons.

learn spline based modeling by using splines like circles, extruding to add depth, adjusting radius and caps, and exploring topology challenges and the move to polygon modeling.

Explore polygonal modeling in Cinema 4D by creating quads with the poly pen tool to ensure predictable edge flow, enabling complex shapes and clean topology.

Model a lamp top in Cinema 4D using a reference image, start with a cylinder, add loop cuts, apply subdivision surfaces, and extrude with caps for thickness.

Model the lamp neck in Cinema 4D using bezier splines and a sweep with a circle, refine edges with edge cuts and subdivision surface for a flexible, realistic neck.

Use a cylinder primitive to model the base, extruding the lip, adding loop cuts, and refining with a quad workflow and subdivision surface for a smooth base.

Create a switch and power cord in Cinema 4D using box modeling and spline techniques, while exploring cube, cylinder, and tube primitives with edge cuts and bevels.