Hi everyone,
If you block out organic forms or concept models in Blender, you probably know how clunky it is to constantly scale primitives or freeze your viewport with heavy voxel remeshing.
I created a lightweight add-on called Sketchy 3D to fix this exact issue. It allows you to sketch 3D volumetric clay strokes instantly in Object Mode, keeping you in the flow.
Key Features:
- 3 Projection Modes: Sketch freely in mid-air (Free), snap to mesh surfaces with endpoint sinking (Surface), or lock drawing to a 3D grid (Canvas).
- Multiple Stroke Profiles: Switch between Round, Square Box, Flat Ribbon, or sweep strokes along any Custom 2D Curve (like a heart shape!).
- 1-Click Mesh Bake: Draw non-destructively in Object Mode, then join strokes into a single active mesh using ‘Bake Strokes’.
- Sculpt-Ready (Auto Face Sets): Every new stroke automatically receives a unique Sculpt Face Set ID for instant masking in Sculpt Mode.
- Natural Pen Dynamics: Custom Smoothstep math for smooth tapering, tablet pressure curves, and organic dome caps.
How to Use:
- Select Sketchy 3D from the left Toolbar (N-panel or T-panel).
- Choose your Projection Mode (Free, Surface, or Canvas) in the header bar.
- Click and drag in the viewport to draw 3D clay strokes!
You can watch the video demo here:
https://youtu.be/Po52keqjfr4?si=ujCoH1wj0MmYsA1F
You can get the add-on here on Superhive or Gumroad:
Superhive:
https://superhivemarket.com/products/sketchy-3d
Gumroad: (link in comments)
Let me know if this helps your sculpting workflow! Any feedback is highly appreciated.
Gumroad: