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Gyroid Spherical Coordinates
sop Gyroid Spherical Coordinates

Twist on the basic gyroid, using the formula on spherical coordinates instead of cartesian. This should conform nicer to spherical shapes. This is also an example on how to warp the gyroid shape and get more custom formations.

Nov 09, 2025 · 20.5.584 · vex · by snay
vex volume pattern nature organic structure detail
Ventral Ridges
sop Ventral Ridges

Embellishes the simple sweeped curve with ridges inspired by the underbelly of some reptiles or worms.

Nov 03, 2025 · 20.5.584 · geometry · by snay
sweep detail nature organic
Embedded Object Edge
sop Embedded Object Edge

Adds a raised edge to an embedded object, mimicking swelling of the skin.

Nov 03, 2025 · 20.5.584 · geometry · by snay
vdb detail nature organic skin favorite
Breathing Chainmail
sop Breathing Chainmail

Converts a surface geometry into a moving, breathing, chainmail fabric. Apply this modifier to any clothing element that needs extra BLING. This pattern was inspired by 3D printable fabric prototypes.

Nov 03, 2025 · 20.5.584 · geometry · by snay
fabric curvature vex breathing chainmail vellum clothing detail
Inside Body Fluid Particles
sop Inside Body Fluid Particles

Various particle shapes scattered in volume. Useful for adding details in macro scenes bio scenes. This recipe also show an example on how to randomly copy different geometry to points base on name attribute.

Nov 03, 2025 · 20.5.584 · geometry · by kif
particles details biology fluid macro cocoon copytopoints randomize scatter