Final Photo

The final photo of my final 3D printed model. 

Final Render

Above is the render of my final three models. For this render I decided to make it quite abstract in regards to the composition but the textures and colours used on my models are related to the natural side of the precedents in which my ideas were inspired by. I rendered the models in angles which best express their ideas of enclosure and protection.



Model Development and Sketches

Sketch of my final model

Here are some models I have created, using the theme of enclosure and looking at different ways I could portray this. 

Using The Software

Using the clone and rotation tool on 3DS Max I have begun to manipulate the elipses to create my  first model. Inside the structure is a free sphere, designed to rattle freely once printed.

Beginning my development of my initial models. I started by drawing a basic elipse in Solidworks so that I could manipulated and clone it to create my forms in 3DS Max

Intentions Sketching

Sketching my ideas for my model to represent "enclosure"

Theme Development

I have decided to work with a theme of enclosure and protection for this project. Precedent images of birds nests in nature, as well as the "birds nest" stadium in China, and various light shades explored in my precedents below, have inspired me.

Precedents For Project Three

Photograph of Final Model

Photo of my final model

Revised Render

Above is the revised render for my 81st iteration from the previous project. The render expresses the nature and organic shapes of the model, and the similarities between it and a plant.

Inspiration

For this project I have gained a lot of inspiration from nature and plant life. Especially the flax bush. They way the leaves extend and then curl over at random intervals is like what I want my model to embody. Also the extension of the leaves from a central source is relating to my intended model.

Piecing Together My Model

Above are examples of pieces of my lazer cut model before I put them together

Working on My Illustrator Profile

Above is the illustrator profile I have developed to be lazer cut for my model

Sketch Models

Sketch Model Five: This is similar to what my final model will look like. The arms are in pairs, with the corresponding pair on opposite sides of the circle. This creates a natural and free-flowing look but also has some structure and pattern too it, as I learnt in the previous sketch model that all different arms looked too busy. The circle base connector is small enough to not steal the attention from the arms but large enough to support them as the join. 

Sketch model number four. Continued with the round connector base, but arms are too much, and their are too many. The base connector is also too large and having too much dominance over the arms which I want to be the focal point.

 Third attempt at a sketch model. This one only differs from the second one slightly, as I trialed a different shape connector base. The circle is more effecting for the organic and natural look of the model.

Second attempt at sketch model. Hexagonal base with bigger arms this time, this one was more successful although I would like the arms to be bigger and more free flowing, not all the same. More arms are needed for a greater effect.

First sketch model. Expressing initial ideas of base and "sprouts". I have tried with a hexagonal base, the arms are just to see how many I will need. The hexagon is too strong, and I want arms to be the focus.

Etching Texture

I have modified one of my precedent designs on photoshop so I can use it as an etching on my model. The "sprouts" or "arms" of my model will be covered in this detailed etching. This adds extra detailing to the final design and relates back to my idea of the organic and natural environment

Idea Generation and Notes

Brainstorm of how I will create my final model and how I want it to look

Beginning of Project 2

A few precedent designs for the second project. I want to keep with the organic and natural theme that I was showing in the first project and through my final rendered image from before.

I like the idea of "arms", sprouting and extending from a central source, and the organic / semi-random way this occurs in nature. I like the detailed textures you can find in nature, especially the image above, and would like to incorporate this somehow into my model.



Final Rendered Image

Final 81 Iterations

Textures For Material Editor

When used in the material editor, this image (sourced from the internet) has created an effective texture on my final rendered image

Own Textures

Textures of leaves that I have taken myself to use on my final rendered image.

Inspiration

I have been inspired by the images above, the ideas of sprouting seedlings and new growth, all in relation to my final rendered iteration.

Above is a rough sketch of my final chosen iteration to render, with notes showing my ideas for the background, materials, textures, lights and cameras used.

Trial Renders for Final Model

Experimental work with the material tools and textures, using nature and organics as my inspiration to create a final rendered image.

Trial Renders for 81 Models

Experimenting with lights and camera angles in 3ds Max, working towards my final rendered image of my 81 models.

81 Done!

81 iterations completed; still to be arranged.

Continued Developments in 3DS Max

I am continuing to develop my models in 3DS Max, focusing on my three words of "Organic, Layers, Flowing"

Progress in 3DS Max

First few models developed in 3DS Max

First Attempt at 3DS Max

Solid Works Sketch

Precedent Designs

Above are my precedent designs, expressing "Organic, Layers, Flowing"

Definitions...
Organic; of or pertaining to the shapes or forms in a work of art that are of irregular contour and seem to resemble or suggest forms found in nature.

Layers;  a thickness of some material laid on or spread over a surface.

Flowing; long, smooth, graceful, and without sudden interruption or change of direction.