The Boot Kidz — 3D

3D Software and Hardware Tools

Karen Henry 3D Design Short Article

Just a few short thoughts on 3D.  3D software tools are different to 2D tools. 2D includes tools such as photo editing and image editing software. 3D Software 3D software is used to make 3D products in virtual reality. Examples of this software include: AutoCAD 3DS Max - 3D Animation/Designing Software SketchUp - from Google Blender - Blender is free and open source software, available to download from Blender.org Once you have a 3D files you can either use this to make real-world products or visualise real-world products. 3D designs created in a 3D software package such as AutoCAD, 3D Max, Blender, or other...

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Welcome

Welcome to the Boot Kidz Blog. Design of 'The Boot Kidz' The Boot Kidz were designed by furniture designer Karen Henry in 2005. The original ideas for Lucy were sketched on paper. This included a red wavy design for the hair and a patterned outfitted blue dress. It was decided to make Lucy more iconic and focus on the form and rather than features. A small bend in the knee to emphasise that Lucy is a playful and fun character. The shapes and lines are important After the design was sketched, initial miniature prototypes of the designs were made with...

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