Adding Texture to an Octopus Using 3D CAD Software

Learn Adding Texture to an Octopus Using 3D CAD Software with the help of this article

Adding Texture to an Octopus Using 3D CAD Software

Creating 3D models is fun, but bringing them to life with texture is where the real magic happens. In this tutorial, we’ll explore how to add realistic and creative textures to a 3D octopus model using SelfCAD. Designed with students and teachers in mind, this guide is perfect for classrooms exploring digital art, marine biology, or 3D design. Whether you’re just starting out or guiding a group of curious learners, you’ll discover how easy it is to transform a smooth model into something dynamic and visually exciting.

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Once you’ve launched the editor;

From the file menu on the top toolbar click import; Click load object from tutorial button to add object

From the modify category on the toolbar choose round object; Set smoothness to 2

Tick the checkmark to finalize round object

Click to activate material selection; Click on highlighted region to select it

From the right panel choose materials; Set settings to textures, texture category to custom, Click add image button to load new image

Click load image from tutorial button to add object; Click octopus eye texture.jpeg button to apply texture

Set settings to uv; uv generate mode to unwrapping, uv unwrapping mode to manual, Click add/edit seams button to add seams, Set automatic loop finding to true

Click finalize seams adding button to finalize seams adding; Click unwrap button to unwrap object

Tick the checkmark to finalize materials

Click on highlighted region to deselect it

Click on highlighted region to select it

From the right panel choose materials; Set settings to textures, texture category to custom, Click add image button to load new image

Click load image from tutorial button to add image, Click octopus skin texture2.avif button to apply texture

Set settings to uv, uv generate mode to unwrapping, Click unwrap button to generate uv

Tick the checkmark to finalize materials

Click on highlighted region to deselect it

Click on highlighted region to select it

From the right panel choose materials; Set settings to textures, texture category to custom, Click octopus eye texture.jpeg button to apply texture

Set settings to uv; uv generate mode to unwrapping, uv unwrapping mode to manual, Click add/edit seams button, Click unwrap button to unwrap object

Set transformation to rotate; Drag highlighted gizmo to highlighted point to rotate profile

Tick the checkmark to finalize materials

Click on highlighted region to deselect it

Click on highlighted region to select it

From the right panel choose materials; Set settings to textures, texture category to custom, Click add image button, Click load image from tutorial button to add object; Click octopus suction texture.jpg button to apply texture

Set settings to uv; uv generate mode to unwrapping, Click unwrap button to generate uv

Tick the checkmark to finalize materials

As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.

More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace