Did you know you can make carving patterns with just the BASIC software tools? This is a quick and easy demonstration of making vines by drawing lines and using the Depth Profile and Make Pattern tools. Watch the video and follow along to learn more about these great tools everyone has! Then use these vines […]
Enlarging a design to carve as multiple pieces. Sometimes referred to as the “Tiling Technique”
Culmination of software basics. Using what we’ve learned to make a detailed design.
Short explainer tutorials on how to use the invert tool, create appliques (carving a cutout), and setting up 2 sided carvings.
Tutorials explaining the use of the Select Surface Tool and the Merge Styles. Other resources for learning more on these topics. Chapter 3 of Learning Guide – Dynamic Surfacing Group & Merge Features in Designer
Creating a “carve through” project for piercing all the way through a board.
Creating a jig for carving lithophanes.
Importing a photograph to make a lithophane.
Importing graphic images such as logos and simple clipart.
Explanation of basic drawing tools and the application of vector bits to drawn paths, including the 2 vector text styles, outline and centerline.