Thanks for the modeling tip. Makes sense.

Yeah, I want to finish the boat. The complex curve and details are challenging. I figure if I can do that, then I'll be over the learning "hump." (not that I ever quit learning)

I just download, but have not yet installed SU 7 (Free ver).

My concern is my hardware. SU 6 runs, but my models cannot be too complicated, though I'm learning better, cleaner modeling.

Is SU 7 a bigger resource user? Are there any current bugs with XP?

At this point, I'm rethinking the technique for the hull.

I also have some other constraints. Time is one. Not having a powerful enough PC is another. So all my projects for the time being are going to be simple or not at all.

The plus side is that I'm finding SU powerful and easy to learn and use. I just whipped out a visual "note" to myself on a new invention. Which is exactly what I want to use it for.

But I will complete the boat.

Thanks again Dave. I researched those terms. Definitely a big help.

Thanks. Now I have to go look up those words.

But honestly, thanks. I like researching and being pointed in the right direction is always a big help.

Anyone else?

Ooooh. Niiicccee.

After stumbling across a discussion on creating boat hulls, I decided to fool around and see what I could do as a way to learn the more complex aspects of SketchUp's curving abilities.

What I hope is that someone who is a sailing expert (I'm not) can give me an idea of what is the correct boat type for/of this hull? Sail? Motor? Dinghy? Please ignore the current superstructure and overall scale/proprotions. That was just more fooling around.

I really would like to complete this model, but I would also like it to be the "appropriate" design.

Thanks!

Very nice.

Funny thing, though, my jaw about bounced off the floor when I saw it. That looks like the drafting tables we had in high school!

You brought back some fun memories.

As usual, you are really on to something here.

Wow!

New project for fun.

This spaceship is designed for inner solar system transport.

Gonna take a while to finish.

Here's my shot.

BTW, there are some very nice logos posted here. Good job everyone!

Wow!

Nice. I love organic design.

Oops. Sorry for the delay. I've had a really busy and tiring week.

Thanks Gaieus. I've uploaded the file to my original post.

Advice more than welcome.

Fantastic!

No problem. I understand.

I've also learned more about the protocol around here. I appreciate that.

@allen weitzman said:

Hi Ecofeco,

Thnaks for the compliments. The sky is a skydome component I d/l from Formfonts.

Allen

Nice. Thanks for the info.

They are all great, but that last with just that little bit of color is outstanding!

Congrats on the new business.(customer)

Wow. Nice.

Thanks!

The background was his from the "Components" Forum.
http://www.sketchucation.com/forums/scf/viewtopic.php?f=40&t=5879

The other elements (including the hanging flowers) are straight from SketchUp or 3DW.

The round windows on the side are mine as is the door, the main building, awning and fence. All materials for the building are from SketchUp.

Thanks for the information about FormFonts.