Graphics software3D modelling and animation

There are many different kinds of graphics software you can use to edit images. In most you can edit photos and images, while some can create 3D images from scratch.

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3D modelling and animation

Geometric block connection
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A geometric block connection could be produced by CAD

Programs that can create animated 3D design plans or Computer Aided Design (CAD) are:

  • 3DS Max
  • Xara 3D
  • Google Sketchup

3D modelling and animation programs allow:

  • images to be viewed from any angle
  • greater accuracy as 3D models are based on real objects
  • 2D and 3D modelling and animation
  • access to a library of existing 3D models

Other programs that create 3D models and animate them are:

  • iClone
  • Anim8or
  • Illusion Mage
  • Blender

They are ideal for creating:

  • high-quality 3D graphics
  • cartoon-animated films
  • animated 3D models
  • 3D scenes with sky, water, grass, and trees