Spline Modeling Fundamentals in CINEMA 4D

Name: Spline Modeling Fundamentals in CINEMA 4D
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Everything you need to know about spline modeling in CINEMA 4D

Created byPradeep Mamgain

Last updated 4/2018

English

What you'll learn

Model 3D objects using the spline primitives
Model 3D objects using spline modeling techniques

Course content

4 sections • 15 lectures • 1h 44m total length

Course Overview1:03
Explore spline modeling fundamentals in Cinema 4D by using spine tools and functions to create essential 3D models.

Introducing Splines and Splines Primitives5:19
Explore splines and spline primitives in Cinema 4D, learn how connected segments form curved or straight lines, view predefined primitives, and convert them to editable objects with C.
Sketch Tool, Spline Smooth Tool, Spline Arch Tool, and Pen Tool15:34
Master the sketch tool, spline smooth tool, spline arch tool, and pen tool in CINEMA 4D to create, edit, and connect splines with snapping, radius control, and soft handle adjustments.
Extrude Generator8:36
Explore the extrude generator in Cinema 4D by turning splines into a depth-filled object, adjusting extrusion distance, subdivisions, caps, and normals for a single or multi-part model.
Subdivision Surface Generator8:06
Explore the subdivision surface generator in cinema 4d, turning polygons into smooth geometry by applying the modifier, editing the cage, and using interactive reading.
Lathe Generator4:08
Learn how the lathe generator rotates an x-y profile about the y axis to form a surface of revolution like a wine glass, with angle, subdivisions, length, skinning, and normals.
Loft Generator5:20
Master the loft generator in cinema 4d by connecting splines with a loft object, adjusting subdivisions, isopod settings, and loop options to create organic forms evenly along the length.
Sweep Generator4:00
Learn to create 3d forms by sweeping a contour spline along a path with an optional rails plane in Cinema 4D. Adjust cross sections and scale to shape the result.
Tools Available in the Mesh Menu12:10
Explore the mesh menu tools in CINEMA 4D, including hard and soft interpolation, equal tangent length, join and explode segments, sequence reversal, projection, and boolean operations.

Creating Model of a Pear7:09
Create a pear model in Cinema 4D using spline modeling and a pen tool to draw the profile, then add a stem with a cylinder and refine geometry.
Creating a Glass Bottle and Liquid8:51
Create a bottle profile from a background image with the pen tool in Cinema 4D, generate a surface with the lead generator, split to create liquid, and apply transparency.
Creating a Martini Glass11:51
Learn to create a martini glass in Cinema 4D by modeling glass and liquid with splines, then build the umbrella from a cone and sticks using box and cylinder primitives.
Creating the Apple Logo7:21
Create a 3d apple logo in Cinema 4D by tracing and mirroring splines, refining with soft interpolation, adding circles, converting to editable splines, and applying the x-2 generator with caps.
Creating a Whiskey Bottle5:04
Learn to model a whiskey bottle in Cinema 4D using the loft generator by building spline outlines (rectangles and circles), placing them in order, and refining corners.

Requirements

Before you start this course, you should have CINEMA 4D Studio R19 installed on your system. However, this course is also compatible with R18.
You should have basic knowledge of CINEMA 4D.
You should have desire to learn.
Willingness to be awesome.

Description

This course teaches you the spline modeling techniques using the spline tools and functions available in CINEMA 4D. This course first introduces you to the splines primitives and then shows you the functioning of spline creation tools such as the Sketch, Spline Smooth, Spline Arch, and Pen tools. Then, course jumps right into teaching you how to create 3D objects using splines, extrusion, sweeping, and lathing, and how to work with the other spline functions/tools/commands available in Mesh menu.

This course includes stand alone hands-on exercises to hone your skills. Also, there are practical challenges included that will help you to assess your knowledge gained in the course.

By the end of this course, you will understand the tools and techniques available to you for creating 3D models using splines. The working files are available so that you can follow along with me throughout the lessons.

I'll be regularly adding more content to this course so keep coming back.

Note: If you want to follow along, you should have CINEMA 4D Studio R19 installed on your system. However, this course is also compatible with R18 version of CINEMA 4D.

The key features of this course are as follows:

Splines and splines creation tools are explained.
Splines Command and functions explained.
Generator objects explained.
Includes stand alone hands-on exercises.and practical challenges.
Tech support direct from the author.
CINEMA 4D files, images, and other resources are available.
Access to each tutorial’s initial and final states along with the resources used in the tutorial.

So why wait?

Enroll in the course and start creating 3D models using spines with CINEMA 4D.

Who this course is for:

Students who want to learn how to use Cinema 4D
Students who want to create 3D models in Cinema 4D
Digital artists
Motion graphics artists
Indie game developers

Spline Modeling Fundamentals in CINEMA 4D

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Course content

Introduction1 lecture • 1min

Spline Primitives, Spline Tools, Functions, and Commands8 lectures • 1hr 3min

Hands-on Exercises5 lectures • 40min

Practical Challenges1 lecture • 1min

Requirements

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