Translating inspiration to the printed page has always been a challenge. The advent of desktop publishing granted new levels of power and control to the layout artist and graphic designer, but it hasn't eliminated the traditional pitfalls. In fact, it's introduced a few new ones…
Chapter 2: 3D Modeling Software; Modeling software comparison; Using beginner software packages; TinkerCAD; Autodesk123D; Using intermediate software packages; FreeCAD; Autodesk 3DS Max; Autodesk AutoCAD and SolidWorks; Rhinoceros; Using advanced software packages; Blender; Gene…
In Detail Recently we've seen consumer 3D printing gaining traction. The power of 3D printing is huge and its applications are seemingly endless--medicine, architecture, and food, to name a few. Incorporating 3D printing into your design cycle reduces overall project costs and l…
A designer in New York creates a beautiful design but when she prints it the colors become muddy. An art director in Seattle sends a file to the print shop, and they call him to say the job won't print. The editor of a college paper can't figure out why all the pictures in the p…