Production

1. Make Model in Blender

   https://youtu.be/HJSGoKbNBnQ?si=jYWab9v1sVdW6INM

   Sculpting Tutorial: https://youtu.be/HJSGoKbNBnQ?si=6lF796Tyez9xf2mF

   1. apply all modifiers, must be one unified high poly mesh
   2. Harmony Scuplting Log from last year: Modelling ProdLog.pptx

   https://youtu.be/1a9rwE39GUs?si=UREdZmJdevA_JVmL

2. Export Model as an Stl. File

   1. this is the standard format for 3D printing
   2. Typology does not matter for 3D printing
   3. Depending on model complexity, export can take a while

Model Preparation

1. “Slicing” in program Chitu Box Basic - convert 3D model into layers that can be read by a printer
   1. create supports crucial for ensuring correct printing, use automatic support feature in chidu box basic. Set up features in accordance with your 3D printer and resin of choice
   2. check printing bounds of printer! there is limitied space and so a limited size that the model can be printed.
2. Transfer Sliced file to USB stick, which will then be inserted into 3D printer

3D Printing

3D PRINTER TYPE VARIATIONS

1. FDM: melt long spools of plastic and gradually building the model

2. Resin: solidifying layers of liquid resin using UV lights (better at small prints and little details)

3. Pour in resin and select print model on the printer, come back in a couple of hours and should be done

4. Wash model in bucket (resin is toxic) using a tooth brush and place into curing station

5. Use sand paper to remove indents from 3D printing supports, and epoxy putty to fill holes and imperfections. Sprayed pieces with water to reduce dust while cleaning up

Painting

Equipment:

• air brush
• acrylic paint with water can be put into air brush
• vallejo liquid mask: paint area you want to mask, will dry into a plastic rubber, that can be peeled off later.