Thank you so much for your help and for your link. I'll dig into what you wrote right away and watch the video. In the meantime, I'd gone a little further with the example work. I think this is my best. However, if I start adding details, holes in the mesh, or small extrusions, I think it'll be a DISASTER in terms of…
You can model the gun using sub division (sub-D) modelling or non sub division modelling (non sub_D hard surface modelling). Look up both these definitions on the web. With both forms of modelling you have to have a strategy that works toward an end result. The image you are working over has some nice details but you…
The problem isn't so much about a single mesh but about a process. Over time, trying to improve, I've actually gotten worse in terms of topology. I used to model much better, even if I wasn't improving. https://www.artstation.com/andrea_g Here's what's left because I deleted everything out of frustration over time. ;( The…
@Gikkio Although there is some overlap in the basic art, observation, and problem solving skills required: concepting and subdivision modeling are different disciplines. While it may be possible to learn both at the same time it tends to be easier to focus on mastering each discipline separately. It's generally recommended…