In this tutorial, you will learn how to:

• Use the Taper modifier.
• Create sub-object selection sets.
• Use soft selections to blend changes to a mesh.
• Use a Displacement modifier to shape your mesh.
• Use the Bend modifier to shape a stem.

Files for This Tutorial

All the files necessary for this tutorial are provided on the program disc in the \tutorials\intro_to_modeling directory. Before starting the tutorials, copy the \tutorials folder from the disc to your local program installation.

Lessons in This Tutorial

Creating the Basic Apple Shape

Improving the Shape of the Apple

Completing the Apple

Adding a Stem to the Apple