Introduction: How to Design a Football With SelfCAD
Learn how to design a football with SelfCAD with the help of this tutorial
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How to Design a Football with SelfCAD
Welcome to this tutorial on designing a football using SelfCAD. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, SelfCAD provides an intuitive platform for creating 3D models with ease. In this tutorial, we'll walk you through the steps to design a football from scratch, utilizing SelfCAD's powerful tools and features.
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Once you’ve launched the editor;
From the 3D Shapes category on the Toolbar choose Icosahedron
Click to finalize Icosahedron
Click Solid+Wireframe button to set rendering mode
Click to activate Face Selection
From the Edit Menu on the Top Toolbar click Select All
Click on highlighted region to deselect it
Click Color picker button to change color of selected object
Click White
Click OK button to confirm color change
Click on highlighted region to deselect it
Click on highlighted region to select it
Click Color picker button to change color of selected object
Click Black
Click OK button to confirm color change
Click Solid button to set rendering mode
As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.
More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace.
