First 3D Blocks

These two blocks represent my first steps in 3D printing and these were designed in ScketchUp. The designing process was not difficult because these are simple geometrical forms. However, it requires precision in the measurements in order to not overcome the printer capacity. Additionally, the printing process was interesting because I could observe how thin layers build up the blocks little by little, giving form to a new creation. The raw material (plastic filament) was injected over the platform of the printer giving life to my first designs.

Merging Blocks

This block is a consequence of merging my classmates’ designs in one piece. The process of designing was similar to a photo collage, in which I take different figures and put them all together. This was a process of experimentation and I did not know what direction to take, so I just tried to build a public space. Additionally, at this point I realized that we were able to access to unlimited forms from other authors in the ScketchUp warehouse. I found this 3D warehouse exciting because it boosts our creative process.