Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Let's adjust the axis really quick to make
sure that we are getting the correct shape. In
your modifier stack, you'll notice a small plus
sign (+) next to the Lathe modifier. Pressing
the + opens up the Lathe modifier's axis
settings. You now have control over the
lathe's axis point. Go back to the Front view
and move the axis to the left or right until
you see the lathe reacting properly and cre-
ating your candlestick shape for you. Cool,
huh? You should have a pretty nifty-looking
candlestick now.
The Lathe modifier also has a few set-
tings. Most notably, you can adjust the
degrees that the lathe will travel as well as
the number of segments it takes to get there.
Lathe is much easier to use than it is to
explain, so just toy around with it; knowing
about this tool will change the way you think
about modeling cylinder-shaped objects.
Figure 7-7: The
final candlestick
Melt
The Melt modifier is a fun modifier that sounds exactly like
what it does. Create a sphere and apply a Melt modifier to it.
Now in the modifier's panel just drag up and down on your
Amount box and you'll see your sphere melting! It's that easy!
You can also change exactly how the melting occurs by select-
ing one of its presets.
 
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