3D Design Software

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• Rhinoceros (Rhino)

  (Mac, Windows) Rhinoceros (or Rhino) by McNeel & Associates is an advanced NURBS modeler for windows: it provides the tools to accurately model every object for rendering, animation, drafting, engineering, analysis, and manufacturing. www.rhino3d.com

• Shape Modeling Plug-in for Rhino

  Autodesk Shape Modeling Plug-In for Rhino includes tools for creating Class A-surfaces and for performing real-time analysis. www.autodesk.com

• ZBrush

  (Mac, Windows) ZBrush is the industry leading 3D digital sculpting software. The latest release (4R7) also includes advanced polygonal modeling tools. pixologic.com

• Blender

  Blender is a free open source 3D content creation suite, available for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux and released under the GNU General Public License. www.blender.org

• SketchUp Pro

  (Mac OSX, Windows) SketchUp Pro is the professional version of SketchUp Make. It is licensed for commercial work and allows to exchange CAD, image and other data files with other software. www.sketchup.com

• Strata Design 3D SE

  Strata Design 3D SE offers 3D modeling, texturing, lighting and rendering tools for a small fraction of the price of the professional level Strata Design 3D CX. Available for Mac OS X and Windows. strata.com

• MODO

  MODO is a 3D content creation software that offers an advanced polygonal modeling system along with sculpting, painting, effects and animation tools. www.thefoundry.co.uk