C9: 3D Designing & 3D Printing

Aim:

To compile, document, and present your top 3 3D design projects using visuals, descriptions, and reflections.

Requirements

  • Blender renders or screenshots of 3D designs

  • Presentation tool: Google Slides, PowerPoint, or Canva

  • Reflection notebook or printed worksheet for writing project insights

  • Optional: Short video clips or printed images for display

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Select Your Best Designs

Go through all your past projects — from Lesson 1 to Lesson 5.
Pick three designs that best show:

  • Creativity: Unique or interesting concept

  • Functionality: Solves a problem or helps someone

  • Improvement: Shows how you refined the idea

Write a few notes on why each project made it to your top three.

Step 2: Capture High-Quality Renders

In Blender:

  1. Open each design and set up simple lighting and camera view.

  2. Capture renders from multiple angles — top, side, and perspective.

  3. Use neutral backgrounds to keep the focus on your model.

  4. Save each render as a .PNG or .JPG file with clear names (e.g., pen_holder_final.png).

Optional: Add annotations or labels to highlight key features (like handle, hinge, or stand).

Step 3: Reflect on Each Design

For each project, write a short reflection answering these questions:

Question

Your Notes

What was the idea behind this design?

 

What problem does it solve or improve?

 

Which Blender tools did you use most?

 

What feedback did you get and how did you improve it?

 

What did you learn from making it?

 

This step helps you understand your design thinking — and communicate it clearly to others.

Step 4: Build Your Portfolio Slides

In Google Slides, PowerPoint, or Canva:

  1. Title Page: Add your name, class, and portfolio title (e.g., My 3D Design Showcase).

  2. Introduction Slide: A short paragraph about your design journey.

  3. Project Slides (x3):

    • Include rendered images (top, side, and perspective views).

    • Add project title (e.g., Desk Organizer for Students).

    • Write your reflection summary (from Step 3).

    • Mention tools used and skills learned.

  4. Conclusion Slide: Reflect on your overall journey — what inspired you, what challenged you, and what’s next.

Optional: Add a QR code to your Sketchfab or 3D sharing link.

Step 5: Present Your Portfolio

Now, share your creative journey!
You can present in any of these ways:

  • Class Presentation: Show slides and explain each design briefly.

  • Exhibition Display: Print renders and mount them on a board.

  • Digital Showcase: Upload your portfolio online (Google Drive, Canva, or school blog).

Use confident, clear speech when presenting:

“This design solves the problem of messy desks. I used the Boolean and Scale tools to create custom slots for pens and clips.”

Step 6: Peer Review and Reflection

After presenting:

  • Ask classmates or mentors for feedback.

  • Note what impressed them and what could improve next time.

  • Add a short reflection page at the end:


    “The most challenging part was modeling curves. I improved by practicing the Extrude tool. Next time, I’ll try adding textures and lighting.”

This makes your portfolio more authentic and reflective.

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