Tracing with Bezier curves
If you don't have an artistic background, you may be intimidated by the idea of drawing someone's head. We aren't drawing—we're simply tracing! The tool we are going to use for this is called Bezier curves. Bezier curves can build complex curves out of a series of straight lines.
Moving the 3D Cursor and adding a new Bezier curve
When you are adding new objects to your project, including Bezier curves, they appear at a spot designated by the 3D Cursor, a small target-like icon in your 3D View Window. Moving that 3D Cursor is considered an action, so use the left mouse button. You simply click where you want the cursor to go in your 3D View Window. You can also key in exact coordinates under the 3D Cursor section of the Properties Shelf:
The 3D Cursor can be moved by left-clicking or by entering specific coordinates
The steps to add a new Bezier curve are:
- Left-click your screen to move the 3D Cursor to where you would like to place your curve
- If necessary, click the...
