Modeling a Helmet Using the Ribbon

The ribbon is a customizable toolbar that provides you tools for editing Editable Poly surfaces.

In this tutorial, you use the ribbon modeling tools plus OpenSubdiv to create a Viking helmet.

In this tutorial, you will learn how to:

• Use the Symmetry modifier to mirror edits to one side of a model.
• Create loops by connecting polygon edges.
• Extend polygons using various extrusion techniques.
• Create beveled and inset shapes.
• Smooth an object with explicit creasing using OpenSubdiv.

Skill level: Beginner to Intermediate

Time to complete: 1 hour

Preparation for This Tutorial

• If you have not already downloaded the tutorial files (MAX scenes and other assets), download them now and unzip them into a project folder called \Autodesk 3ds Max 2015 tutorials. See Where to Find Tutorial Files.
• On the Quick Access toolbar, click (Project Folder) and set your current project to Autodesk 3ds Max 2015 Tutorials.
  

Topics in this section

• Using Basic Polygon Editing to Create a Helmet
  
• Working in Symmetry Mode to Add Detail to the Helmet
  
• Finishing the Basic Shape of the Helmet
  
• Using Extrusions to Add Horns to the Helmet
  
• Using Freeform Tools to Add Spikes to the Helmet
  

Parent topic: Modeling Tutorials