Subdivision modeling is an extremely powerful tool that can allow you to add high levels of detail to your models in a relatively short amount of time. In order to use it effectively, however, one must know when, and more importantly, when not to use it.

In this three part, beginner to intermediate tutorial series, professional Modo artist, Matt Braeley, will demonstrate how to model a photorealistic Swiss Army knife, using polygonal and subdivision modeling in Luxology's Modo 302.

On day 1 Matt covered the creation of the main body, and on day 2 he began to add in the tools. Now, on Day 3, he will finish up with the final details.

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Final Effect Preview

Model a Photorealistic Swiss Army Knife in Modo - Day 3.1

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Model a Photorealistic Swiss Army Knife in Modo - Day 3.2

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Model a Photorealistic Swiss Army Knife in Modo - Day 3.3

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