The Fastest Way to Model in Blender? Modeling with COPIES AND ARRAYS!
In this video, we talk about some of the best tips for working with copies and arrays inside of Blender. Modeling with copied geometry can save you a TON of time when working with repeating geometry in a model - learn several tips for saving time with copies here!
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0:00 - Introduction
1:32 - Using Duplicate to create copies
2:36 - Using the mirror modifier to create a copy along an axis
4:20 - How to join objects into a single model with the join function
5:15 - Creating copies in a direction with the array modifier
5:54 - Stacking array modifiers to create arrays in multiple directions
6:56 - Using the separate function to split up objects
8:18 - Using vertex snapping to precisely place objects
9:33 - Using the array modifier constant offset instead of relative for precision
11:20 - Creating vertical copies of our beams with the array modifier
12:22 - Animating building construction with the build modifier
13:28 - Support the CG Essentials on Patreon!