3D Technology In Fine Art and Craft: Exploring 3D Printing, Scanning, Sculpting, and Milling.
Measuring Tape in ZBrush
Recently I posted about my need for a measuring tape in ZBrush,. I created an entire post about my need. I have to say, this is not my first time requesting this from ZBrush, but it is the first time that someone replied and said, “hey, they finally gave us one and this is how you use it.” Apparently the transpose line can be made into a measuring tape. The transpose line is the line that comes up when you are trying to move, scale or rotate an object. To create the calibrations of the transpose line find “preferences” in your menu and scroll down to “transpose line” and then indicate your units of measurements.
Thanks to the guys on the Pixologic forum for sharing as well as the ZBrush, group on Facebook. I get all of my answers from these guys.
Thanks also to Pixologic for hearing my request for all of these years. I do find that I actually still have to count the units as I’m working. Don’t make the mistake like I did, If you want 13 feet you need 15 tick marks. I would suggest to set your measurements and then count the units to be sure it is correct. Missing a foot on my sculpture or even a 1/2 a foot would be tragic.
It would be great if all of the measurements actually appeared in a box when you used the transpose line. For example, after using the transpose line I could look ,and see if what I have drawn is actually the amount of feet I need? In the case of the tiger I have decided to sculpt him in two parts and I need to be sure those two parts will fit in the 9 foot clearing of the studio. I’m working through this, and ZBrush, is helping considerably not only in figuring out the perfect division for the tigers parts, but also to know how big to make my base and and how that all fits together. Maybe these measurements appear somewhere that I don’t know about but my further request for Pixolboic would be if these measurements showed up and as I use the transpose tool I could check myself. IE… Ah yes, that is 15′ 3″ and the width then this is……
NOTE: the way I separated my tiger into two subtools
1. I made a mask over the area I wanted to divide ( control, click and drag)
2. I split those polygroups to make individual subtools here is how.
FYI HERE IS THE ANSWER?
Someone suggested I try these calipers. Why have I not heard about Screen Calipers from Ionico sooner? With all of my posts and rantings about a sculptor needing calipers you would have thought this would be brought to my attention sooner. I checked… they work on PC and Mac. Well, I’m going to contact the company to see if I can review these calibers and if they work post some tutorials about how I use them. I’ll let you know.
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Bridgette Mongeon is a sculptor, writer, illustrator and educator as well as a public speaker.
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Looking for Artists/Universities/Research Projects to Interview
I’m looking for cutting edge art or research projects that are somewhat controversial or can prompt a dialogue. Must be associated with art and technology. A varied amount of possibilities involved.
1. Interview on the Art and Technology Podcast.
2. Possible inclusion in an up and coming book
3. May be included as the topic in a world wide peer group dialogue.
Example of the type of things we are looking at please see this article Frankensteinian Art? The suggested art does not have to be bio art it can include other forms of technology such as nanotechnology.
The interview with Oron Catts will be added to the online podcast of Art and Technology found at http://www.digitalsculpting.net on May 5th.
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Art And Technology Podcast- Digital Scanning And Traditional Sculpture
An Interview With Dan Gustafson Next Engine Scanner and Traditional Sculptor Mark Byrd
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Using digital technology such as scanning and milling in the traditional art studio is what I refer to as Tra-digi art. Dan Gustafson of the NextEngine Scanner and Traditional Sculptor Mark Byrd spend time with me talking about using the NextEngine scanner in the creating of life size traditional bronze sculptures. What are the advantages of using the scanner? What are the pitfalls to watch out for when incorporating this technology in your own studio?
Some of these concepts of digital scanning and printing were featured in chapter 7 of the Mudbox book.
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3D Printing In Ceramic! So Cool!
Too cool, 3D printing in ceramics! Yes. I love this idea. I love where the technology is going. Check out Ceramic Arts Daily article The Printed Pot. Solheim is on my list for interviews.
Studio Is a Buzz!
The contract came in for the new newsboy. I’m not sure I can divulge where it is going. Something for which to look forward.
Meanwhile I’m reviewing and learning to use the Next Engine Scanner. Be prepared to see some video coming up on this process in the near future. Yes, the price tag looks hefty, however you must remember that sending one sculpture out for scanning can cost about $1,000.
This tool has so many applications for the studio. I just can’t wait to share it with everyone. I’m working on an article for my column at Best of Artists and Artisans website. I’ll let you know when it is up.
Sample Chapters And A New Relationship
The book chapters that need to go to the printer are done and sitting here waiting for the proofreader. These are just the chapters for the proposal. There are many more to work on. Every spare moment will be spent working on getting the book ready. I am thrilled with the content and incredible things I have learned by writing “Bringing to Life the Spirit of the Deceased-A Sculptor’s Journey”
The sculpture bust posted on December 26th is on hold. I will be making this man look younger. This should be something to document. Stay tuned.
On to Mr Hockett. Blessed, blessed, blessed to be working on this sculpture. I write in my book that I develop a relationship with the deceased through this process. I look forward to developing a relationship with Mr Hockett.