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In an age where the ability to create is literally at our fingertips, 3D printing is quickly transforming from an industrial novelty to an everyday utility. From its early days this technology has evolved to print in a variety of materials, creating functional objects that can be used in our daily lives. At CGTrader, we've taken note of this trend and have gathered a collection of 3D print ready models to demonstrate the possibilities of...

In the world of digital design and 3D modeling, software like Blender, 3ds Max and Maya are often viewed as comprehensive, all in one solutions. These software packages, equipped with features and tools, enable artists and creators to model, sculpt, animate and render their visions into a digital form. They are masterfully designed to handle everything from the creation of fantastical creatures for the next big video game, to the architectural visualization of future cities,...

Have you ever seen a 3D printer creating something out of nothing? If you have, you'll know that it's not just cool, it's downright impressive. But the real magic happens when this fascinating piece of technology converges with the world of education and learning. When 3D printing and education meet, we have the ability to literally bring concepts and ideas to life, making them more tangible and easier to understand. This opens up a whole...

Welcome back to “The absolute fundamentals of 3D modeling” series! Over the past few weeks we went on a journey with you to figure out what are the most important basics of 3D modeling for a new designer to learn in order to kickstart their modeling career. In Part 1 of the series we went through the building blocks that create every 3D model and the basic techniques of mesh manipulation, whereas in Part 2...

Welcome back to the second part of "The absolute fundamentals of 3D modeling". In the first part of the series we covered the basic building blocks of every 3D model, the main types of modeling and the key principles and processes of modeling manipulation. Now, in this second part, we'll dive into the most common topology issues that new and seasoned modelers face, tips to avoid them and talk about one of the biggest aspects...

3D modeling is a fascinating and versatile field that allows you to create everything from simple objects to complex scenes with lifelike detail. But just like any other skill, it requires patience, practice, and a solid foundation of knowledge. As a beginner it is important to learn all the basic concepts of it, the basic building blocks that a 3D model consists of, some basic techniques for modeling and material creation and the most common...

Who is Emir Yaren Tınastepe? Hi! I am Emir Yaren Tınastepe from Turkey. I am 25 years old and I'm a computer engineer. I started 3d modeling in my university years just to make a survival game featuring our campus with my friends(never happened) but I did not stop modelling after that. I really love video games and I knew if I wanted to make my own game one day I would need 3d modelling...

3D modeling creates three-dimensional objects that can be customized in multiple ways. Common uses include online marketing, gaming, website design, and many other digital applications. There are various ways to create custom 3D models, and all are available via CGTrader’s Marketplace. This quick introduction should help you navigate the marketplace and find exactly the right model type for your next project. 1. NURBS (Non-Uniform Rational Basis Spline) Modeling NURBS is a flexible form of modeling...

From Fortnite to Decentraland, the digital realms that make up the Metaverse are becoming major eCommerce players. And with customers steadily embracing digital worlds, Metaverse commerce is only likely to become more important for sellers of all varieties. This blog explains why creating 3D assets for the Metaverse matters, and how forward-thinking brands can gain an advantage with CGTrader’s help. The Metaverse: A new frontier for online commerce 3D models for the Metaverse matter because...

3D design and 3D printing can play a role in helping us get through the COVID-19 outbreak. By enabling to manufacture just about any design, 3D printing can produce useful gadgets on demand like air filter holders and door openers as well as face shields. To help you quickly locate 3D models that can be useful in preventing the spread of Corona virus, our team at CGTrader has collected a list of resources available for...