Good objects to model for learning

StrangerDanger

So, Im a beginner at 3D modeling, And i find my self not wanting to do objects as i dont have the skill for them. So can you recommend objects that will help build up skill?

CordellC

try accurately recreating simple stuff on your work area

speakers, monitors, etc

BARDLER

Yea, stuff that you can pick up hold, and move around in your hands is a good place to start.

Torch

Beer can, bottles, fire hydrant, dustbin, dumpster, electric fan, penis tank...

inflict3d

some mechanical stuff maybe

PyrZern

A watch should be fun to make as well. Also, if you can make realistic looking latest smartphones on the markets, I'm sure there's profit in that.

Equanim

Pens are good, especially if they're the cheap clear kind so you can see the spring and ink well inside. Basically what CordellC said, things around your work area. Even simple objects have interesting problems to solve when you really break them down.

ExcessiveZero

fridges, penis tanks, bottles, watches, penis tanks, computer cases and penis tanks.

Shiniku

The real key to success is to sculpt demon heads in zbrush over and over.

Really though you can learn a lot doing just about anything. The first things I modeled were armor pieces and swords that I was trying to mod into Oblivion and Mount & Blade. It's nice to take on some simple objects to get used to workflow, but you can also learn a ton if you just jump in way over your head. Chances are the end result won't look great but you'll learn a ton. Think about what you want to do and find a cool concept or photo that looks challenging, and take it on.

JedTheKrampus

Penis tanks. It's the only way.

Mask_Salesman

Well aswell as technique also consider the thought processes that often define aspects of the workflow, so while your modelling/sculpting/texturing think;
"Does this object have logical wear and weathering?"
"Does its material types differentiate well from each other?(eg metal, wood, cloth, plastic etc)"
"Would this function in reality?(especially if it has mechanisms, structural integrity/architecture)"
"Is the penis proportionate to the tank" etc

Memory

If you're just getting into modeling objects, in my opinion you can't go wrong doing tutorials of different props. Search online, they are everywhere.

SaboR1996

Mask_Salesman wrote: »

Well aswell as technique also consider the thought processes that often define aspects of the workflow, so while your modelling/sculpting/texturing think;
"Does this object have logical wear and weathering?"
"Does its material types differentiate well from each other?(eg metal, wood, cloth, plastic etc)"
"Would this function in reality?(especially if it has mechanisms, structural integrity/architecture)"
"Is the penis proportionate to the tank" etc

this right here.

gsokol

And i find my self not wanting to do objects as i dont have the skill for them

Don't have that attitude...even if its above what you think you can do...try it anyways...you might suprise yourself.

If you are just trying to beef up your modeling skills...model anything and everything...all different sorts of shapes...the more you get used to it, the less daunting the complicated stuff will seem.

SuperFranky

I suggest reading through this very thread http://www.polycount.com/forum/showthread.php?t=56014 and recreate everything you see interesting.