@G0056 There's a few different ways to approach modeling this shape but with most complex shape intersections it's best practice to block out the major forms and match the segment counts of the adjacent shapes so the intersecting geometry matches the base geometry reasonably well. How accurate this segment matching needs…
@Elphobos This thread is full of examples of subdivision modeling strategies so it's worth taking some time to skim through the pages and look at how other artists have created similar shapes. If there's an issue that's particularly difficult then post some images of the model in wire frame and subdivision preview mode.…
@headachedotpng Thank you for sharing these resources. I have a question about this process. It's very fast and there's no cleanup but the topology seems to cause problems when it's subdivided. Any thoughts on how to resolve these edge flow problems or another way to use the same process to end up with an edge flow similar…
Hello everyone,I'm fairly new to modelling and as you would expect, I'm finding struggles with things that may appear to be rather easy to solve (at least I hope so). Regardless, I'm asking for your help so I can overcome these headaches that I just can't figure out. In this example, I've laid down a surface (green mesh)…
@iacdxb Start by blocking out the shapes to determine how many segments the arch will need to match the intersections with the vertical gussets. This dumpster looks like it's mostly welded plate and square tubing. The individual parts could be modeled separately or combined into simplified sub-assemblies. Since there's a…
@99499 The shape and cut of the pattern will play a role in how the loose fabric falls. If you're working in Marvelous designer: Try cutting a larger pattern with extra fabric in the side of the legs and adjust the cloth settings so it's saggy. Use a smaller pattern for the cuffs and try adding elastic settings so they…
Outside of specific project requirements, stock 3D certification programs and technical edge cases, there really isn't anything wrong with using triangles and n-gons in subdivision modeling. Flat surfaces are arguably the least effected by messy topology. As long as the corners are supported and the surfaces are co-planar…
@PixelMagic It's difficult to provide more focused feedback without seeing any specific examples of the topology layout's you've tried and the smoothing errors you've encountered. Most of the advice that's been provided should get you close to some kind of usable result but there's no real way around the fact that it will…
@tynew You're right. It's a 1/8th segment. I should have double checked that. Updated the original post to reflect that. Thanks! Your new geometry looks like it's easier to handle and if you're working on a 1/8th segment then making changes to it should be less work than having to rebuild the entire thing. If you've gone…
@rogi92 Welcome to Polycount.Consider checking out the forum information and introduction thread. Pinching around shape intersections on cylinders is a common problem that's discussed a number of times in this thread. On the previous page there's an answer to a similar question and on page 177 there's another discussion…