Topic: Google SketchUp Help (Read 6679 times)

dexter7 · « **on:** July 20, 2011, 02:44:28 »

Every time I "build" a ship in SketchUp it just doesn't look right. $:-\$
Can I have some advice?

Mad_Fred · « **Reply #1 on:** July 20, 2011, 03:28:10 »

Just.. make it look right.

Seriously, there is no one magic tip for that, you just have to recreate the reality, to make it look real.

So that means either working with proper blueprints or lineplans, etc.. or you can do it by eye but still true-to-life, from photographs or other schematics.

But you have to recreate the often elaborate lines that make up the hulls and such. And that can be tricky. But if you succeed, it'll look right.

The Ferry Man · « **Reply #2 on:** July 20, 2011, 08:17:22 »

Why does it not "look right"...?

Mr Robville · « **Reply #3 on:** July 20, 2011, 10:04:52 »

can you show us some of your work?

maybe we can give you some feedback.

dexter7 · « **Reply #4 on:** July 21, 2011, 03:16:07 »

1. the hull
2. the bridge
3. the decks
heres a picture

assassinator2.0 · « **Reply #5 on:** July 21, 2011, 06:23:56 »

it looks like u need to make the hull taller...

The Ferry Man · « **Reply #6 on:** July 21, 2011, 14:02:47 »

Looks a pretty good start to me

What are you designing exactly?

dexter7 · « **Reply #7 on:** July 21, 2011, 14:34:52 »

but what about your channel queen (sorry for off topic but it is a wonderful ship) you did that in Sketch Up, how do you make the hull?

The Ferry Man · « **Reply #8 on:** July 21, 2011, 14:46:22 »

I pull it down to the desired height then use the scale tool on the bottom to give the desired slants

VirtualSkipper · « **Reply #9 on:** July 21, 2011, 14:59:26 »

Quote from: dexter7 on July 21, 2011, 14:34:52

but what about your channel queen (sorry for off topic but it is a wonderful ship) you did that in Sketch Up, how do you make the hull?

Dexter, TFM is a bit more experienced in 3D modelling. And seen on your modelling (I don't say it's not good) you are quiet a beginner are you?
Well, people who want to grow their experience and skill do that by modelling and experimenting with different kind of tools so you can get used to the program and then you are able to make things easier, like making a smooth hull (and not a hull which looks likes it's been made out of lego). Also, PLAN what you are going to make. Do a little research if it's about a real boat.
Unfortunatly it doesn't work like when you snap your fingers that you see a completely detailed cruiseship or anything else.

dexter7 · « **Reply #10 on:** July 22, 2011, 12:33:20 »

actually VS, I have small bit of expertise in hulls, but not the best. I know how to use smooth/soften edges.

dexter7 · « **Reply #11 on:** August 26, 2011, 03:18:29 »

I just watched This video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Nv1rPmH1sQ) on youtube.
What are the tools used at 3:43?

Mad_Fred · « **Reply #12 on:** August 26, 2011, 05:40:52 »

The Sandbox tools.

dexter7 · « **Reply #13 on:** August 26, 2011, 13:58:57 »

Thanks Fred! That helped alot! Here's a picture of it:

Mad_Fred · « **Reply #14 on:** August 26, 2011, 17:35:18 »

you're welcome!!

dexter7 · « **Reply #15 on:** August 27, 2011, 02:29:42 »

Alright I started a new model and I'm getting pretty far on it!
um, ferryman is it okay I use your bow rudder?
And I will hide something like
Bow Rudder made by TFM
in there

The Ferry Man · « **Reply #16 on:** August 27, 2011, 10:13:19 »

A Good start

And its fine by me

dexter7 · « **Reply #17 on:** August 27, 2011, 16:18:27 »

Alright!

The Ferry Man · « **Reply #18 on:** August 27, 2011, 16:42:04 »

Looking good

dexter7 · « **Reply #19 on:** August 27, 2011, 17:04:04 »

So I was wondering is it possible if you could Supply me your Bow Rudder? If so please post the skp. file in this topic: http://80.95.161.114/shipsim/forum/index.php/topic,26435.new.html#new (http://80.95.161.114/shipsim/forum/index.php/topic,26435.new.html#new) Because i'm moving the topic

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dexter7 · « **Reply #20 on:** September 04, 2011, 15:51:24 »

Hello all topic unlocked

how do i export GSU into Kerkythea?

The Ferry Man · « **Reply #21 on:** September 04, 2011, 15:51:58 »

have you got the SketchUp plugin for Kerkythea?

dexter7 · « **Reply #22 on:** September 04, 2011, 15:52:47 »

no... thanks for a quick reply!

The Ferry Man · « **Reply #23 on:** September 04, 2011, 15:53:54 »

No problem

http://www.kerkythea.net/joomla/index.php?option=com_remository&Itemid=42&func=select&id=4

Click Sketchup download and follow instructions

dexter7 · « **Reply #24 on:** September 04, 2011, 16:09:27 »

I don't see the point how do i get the water i mean first of all how do i get the colors on the vessel? (in kerkythea)

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