I spent a long time thinking about which aircraft model I would like to build first. I considered the “classics” - the Spitfire and the Bf 109, but I decided that since this is supposed to be an adventure, I should take it a step further. My choice fell on the Fokker E.III.
Why this particular idea?
A simple design, with not too many elements that at first glance seem “complicated” to create.
Where did I start?
I spent a good two days searching for information. Encyclopedias, documentaries, articles, historical photographs, replicas, museums. I now have hundreds of photos (over 400) and several different reference files.
I think almost everyone who starts their journey with Blender knows this view.
How did it go?
Awful! I created the first cockpit shape, but I wasn’t happy with it, so I started looking for and trying other approaches.
Before I reached a reasonably satisfying result, I spent several good hours refining the fuselage. I still wasn’t 100% happy with the outcome, but I gave this part an 83.6% approval rating and decided to move on. Next up: the metal engine cover…
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