Expert Curve Modeling

by Vovrzull in Addons


Expert Curve Modeling 

Expert Curve Modeling is an innovative tool that allows you to create complex and flexible models based on Bézier curves. It is ideal for both professionals and beginners who want to improve their 3D modeling skills. More details are shown below (beta version addon)

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Table of Contents

  • Add-on Features
  • Detailed Video Instructions on Functions
  • Practical Lessons
  • Demonstration Models
  • About Us
  • Future plans
  • Updates

Video Preview

The video preview unfortunately cannot fully reflect all the capabilities of our 'Expert Curve Modeling' add-on, but we hope you enjoy it and find inspiration for new ideas!

Add-on Features

With our add-on, you will gain access to a multitude of tools for working with curves and creating models. Let me demonstrate some of these capabilities through short animations.

Mode

Mode

Grid resolution control

Grid Resolution Control

Asset

Asset

Mesh to ECM conversion

Mesh to ECM Conversion

Curve control

Curve Control

Fill Curve

Fill Curve

Extrude Curve

Extrude Curve

Bridge

Bridge

Replace

Replace

Select Menu

Select Menu

Merge

Merge

Duplicate and Separate Segment

Duplicate and Separate Segment

And many other features of our add-on...

Detailed Function Instructions

In this section, I won't focus on beautiful models. Instead, I'll take the time to ensure you gain a deep understanding of how to work with our add-on and its functions. Practical application examples will be presented in the next section.

Instruction

We present the first video tutorial, which thoroughly explains the basic principles of working with functions and modes (Vertex, Curve, Segment, Model). You'll gain valuable insights on how to make the most of these tools.

Instruction 2

In the second tutorial, we will explore how to use the Mesh to ECM conversion function. This allows you to transform Mesh objects into ECM objects, opening new horizons for working with them in the ECM add-on.

To be continued....

Practical Lessons

The practical lessons section demonstrates how to apply the knowledge gained about working with functions when modeling with curves. You will learn to quickly and effectively create a variety of models. This section will be updated with new interesting video lessons.

Tutorial

In this first tutorial, we will explore modeling a simple detail for our add-on. You'll see how just a few basic functions can help you create complex and flexible components.

Tutorial 2

In the second tutorial, we will study how to create complex branches and transitions of geometry that usually require significant effort, but with our add-on become easy and intuitive.

Tutorial 3

In the third tutorial, we will take a closer look at the Fill Curve tool and show how you can use it to complete your model. We will also demonstrate the use of other tools that will assist you in the process.

Tutorial 4

In this tutorial we will look at practical applications of the functions: Mesh to ECM, Replace, Merge and Rotate Curve

To be continued....

Demonstration Models

During the testing of the add-on, we experimented with creating various models, and here are some of them. At that time, the add-on was still unstable, and many functions were missing, but even under those conditions, we managed to achieve impressive results. Today, of course, everything is much better.

About Us

Our team consists of two people: I am the developer, and my girlfriend is a 3D artist. For about a year, we studied Blender, and then we spent another six months mastering geometric nodes. During this time, we discovered the Serpens node, which sparked our idea to enhance Blender.

Gradually, we realized that we needed better tools for working with meshes. We were not satisfied with the amount of manual work required for editing mesh topology and other tasks. In our quest for a solution, we turned our attention to "Bezier" curves in Blender, a topic that, while not extensively covered, holds immense potential.

At that time, we didn't have much experience in creating add-ons, so we started small, developing one add-on after another while learning new ways to utilize curves, geometric nodes, the Serpens node, and Python.

Eventually, after a year, we decided to challenge the established system and create an add-on capable of modeling entirely with curves, eliminating the routine of mesh topology and opening up opportunities for further development.

We would very much welcome your support, as well as those who want to be our affiliate partner.

Future plans

Thank you all for your support in reaching the goal of 100 sales, development of new features has resumed:)

  • Loop segments or Knife segment
  • Subdivide segments
  • Extrude triangle and segment
  • Ngon segments, Extension of segment types and Segment topology
  • Boolean operation
  • Asset import
  • Extension of select functions
  • Combining several segments into one
  • Segment mirror
  • Merge variation extension
  • Creating multiple parallel models
  • Segment drawing
  • Bevel Segment

Updates

Stay updated with the latest updates and new features of our product.

Update 2.3.0

-Adaptation to different versions of the blender

-Added curve smoothing functions

1.First option smooths multiple curves that are in series connection

2.Smooths a curve or curves between segments, allows you to smooth the transition between segments at the location of the selected curve

-Also the documentation section has been updated, also added hints to the addon buttons that previously did not have them

Update 2.2.6

Optimized for blender 4.3

Update 2.2.5

Bug fix

Update 2.2.3

Added new Rotate Curve function (allows you to rotate the curve along the axis between the first and last point of the curve by specified angles).

Fixed effect of modifiers on functions when overlaying in model mode

Update 2.2.0

The type of addon extension has been changed

Update 2.1.6

Added Mesh to ECM (Mesh to Vertex, Curve, Segment ECM) conversion function.

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Details
Sales 100+
Rating
4 ratings
Dev Fund Contributor
Published 4 months ago
Software Version 4.3, 4.2, 4.1
Extension Type Add-on
License GPL