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Hello, I was wondering which 3d software is the easiest?

My needs are to make various objects for architectural purposes like maybe a couch, chair, tv etc.

I've read about C4D, modo and Silo, but what would you recommend for at newbie?

Maybe Sketchup? Easy to learn, and you can download a lot of free 3d-objects at http://sketchup.google.com/3dwarehouse
For more advanced modeling I think Modo is a great software package.

The easiest for us may be the most difficult one for you, it depends on you as a artist which tool fits you the best. But besides all that i have to say that C4D and Modo are both very easy to get along with even for newbies who never been into 3D before. And if you wanna play with nurbs you should try Moi3D..

How much of a newbie are you ? can you maybe post some examples of what you have created before.

/ Max

I haven't really done any modelling before But after what i have seen and read, modo and silo looks very manageable, modo looks a little bit more advanced and more difficult to learn?

But after what i have seen and read, modo and silo looks very manageable, modo looks a little bit more advanced and more difficult to learn?

Yes, Modo is more complex than Silo. Silo is a pure modeler, Modo is developing into a fully fledged package. If you just need a modeler, Silo can be a good investment. If you need a package for complex arrangements and object groups (archvis), you'll need to look into C4D, Modo etc.

Definitely Sketchup. That'll get you comfortable in a 3d environment with zero intimidation.

Then maybe Silo : Just to get your feet wet with sub-d modeling. Silo is not lacking on features, ... it's quite powerful, but has a less of an intimidating interface than the others.

Modo next .... easy transition from Silo. Crazy integration of modeling/rendering/UV texturing etc...

Moi3D for NURBS ... definitely. Then onto Rhino if you end up liking the whole Nurbs thing......

This is just based on access and price. The truth is, ..every 3D app kind of rocks in it's own way.

I have to mention Blender, ...because it's super powerful and free. But, .. many experienced 3D people here are even daunted by it's sheer capability and interface. Perhaps that's because they've already been biased from using an existing package ..... dunno, .. but it's worth mentioning.

I can only say take cinema4D..... you only need the Standardbundle + Maxwell....that´s more than enough for Architectural-Stuff.

Moi3d_2nd best Nurbs app, after StudioTools
I personally import files into Moi from Proe, solidworks, etc. then export .obj to MXST...(N-gons support from NL Would be great)
Then if you demand UVunrapping something like Unfold3d could help

Silo_Well best example you get is here from Curt
http://www.maxwellrender.com/forum/view ... hp?t=27548

Modo_best over all Modeling_UV texturing_Rendering_Animation_Under
$1000

SketchUp_ well is a Burt Simpsons No1 Tool

More of the same here

http://www.maxwellrender.com/forum/view ... hp?t=27658

For misc architectural objects, like furniture and other decorative stuff, you should go to a NURBS modeler.
Moi3d is great, simple, powerful and very promising but if you want something already tested and complete, Rhino is your choise.

I was about to start new topic but I put my question here: I think I'm through with Rhino so what's next? Don't recommend me Studio Tools - I've just got no money that much.
I was thinking about Cinema 4d or Maya. How these programs fit in industrial design? Are these capable for production design?

Please recommend something.

Calico Jack wrote:I was about to start new topic but I put my question here: I think I'm through with Rhino so what's next? Don't recommend me Studio Tools - I've just got no money that much.
I was thinking about Cinema 4d or Maya. How these programs fit in industrial design? Are these capable for production design?

Please recommend something.

Ok, I been in your shoes, and what I recomend is Moi3d.
Five times cheeper than Rhino, but five times better....
>IGES, Moi does a much better job there (important for me as a designer)
>MOI's mesher is very very clever, probably the best I've seen..
>MOI's (Michael Gibson's) customers support, THE BEST
>More features will be added (fast). The Libraries are there they just needs to be implemented...
>Intuitive, well see for your self (the most Intuitive 3d app IMO)
>have a go on it.
Some may think of Moi as Rhino's little brother(WRONG)
Yes Moi benefits from the .3dm, open nurbs...But there is a fundamental difference, that is Solids++ Which is a new product from integrityware

http://www.integrityware.com/products/S ... ids++.html
http://www.integrityware.com/products/customers.html

nPower Software, LLC (www.nPowerSoftware.com) was formed by IntegrityWare in 2002 market IntegrityWare technology in the form of plug-ins. IntegrityWare has produced plug-ins for 3ds max and Rhino that are being marketed by nPower Software. More here
http://www.integrityware.com/company/company.html

From what I understand, Rhino even Alias/StudioTools Was born From the same Libraries Alias Then it was Bought etc. And now Is Moi's time to lay down some rules.

http://www.integrityware.com/products/S ... story.html

Wow.. just tried Moi3d I've always taught that Moi3d is some kind of low rank crap - I've been wrong! Btw I didn't know that
C4D is polygon program. I'm lookin for nurbs so let's forget that and let's say hello to Moi3d.. must say I'm f***** impressed Thank's!

Calico Jack wrote:I was about to start new topic but I put my question here: I think I'm through with Rhino so what's next?

Can you elaborate on your problems with Rhino? I'm in the industrial product design field, and I use either Rhino, Solidworks, or Studio Tools for everything. Each software is good for different things, so I couldn't recommend one particular software. I've never used Moi3D, but I'm sure it's good also. IMHO, it's good to be familiar with as many softwares as you can get your hands on, as you never know what the next job is going to require.

Calico Jack wrote:Wow.. just tried Moi3d I've always taught that Moi3d is some kind of low rank crap - I've been wrong! Btw I didn't know that
C4D is polygon program. I'm lookin for nurbs so let's forget that and let's say hello to Moi3d.. must say I'm f***** impressed Thank's!

Cool, Calico, I should be a sales person, No fuck that.

Also LOOK for the hidden tricks...1st tip makes some construction lines.