Project 3: Chess Piece

1. What did you learn?

Throughout this project, I learned how to sculpt a chess piece from 3D mesh using Blender. It was different because at first, it was unclear how a simple piece of mesh was going to turn into a 3D figure.

2. What was easy?

The easiest part of the project for me was changing the color of my chess piece. I went for a blue-colored chess piece. I also found adding texture to the chess piece was fairly easy.

3. What was challenging?

I feel like navigating with the bezier tool was a little challenging. I kept trying to visualize the chess piece but it definitely was not easy, but I was able to get the hang of it.

4. How could your submission be improved?

I feel as though my submission would have been a little better had I experimented more with creating a nicer chess piece. I was really hesitant with tweaking the image of the chess piece because I did not want to mess it up; however, I could’ve gone for a unique look.

5. How could the professor improve the assignment for the next class?

I feel as though the professor could improve the assignment by posting directions for both Maya and Blender. I ended up using Blender and found it easier but I went to get help from Dr. Dunkle.

6. How might you apply your knowledge in future assignments or work scenarios?

I feel as though I could apply the knowledge of 3D sculpting by using it as a hobby. Personally, my field of study is Computer Science, and I do not foresee myself using it, but it would be super cool hobby.