MOdelers for Map Models Yunited (so sue me, it was the best I could do...)

Since there's been a pretty crappy turnout in that thread for map models done freelance, I figured I'd just try to start a group dedicated to making map models. Hopefully this will get better results.

Basically as it stands, it'll be essentially a list of skinners, meshers, modellers, and the occaisonal animator to who will be willing to work on map models and won't just brush em off. If need be, later on we can add more strict guidelines if we don't get enough results, but for now let's just try it this way. I'll start the list, if you want to join, then state your name, any methods you can be contacted at, and what you can do, then I'll add it to this list here.

Please note, this is not a request thread, this is only for the people who are willing to join up.

The List:
Cheeto-Modeller, Mesher, Animator AIM: BigCheeto44 ICQ: 78851625 MSN and email: logana@starband.net Yahoo: cheesyfinger2k1

Rabid Whale-Modeller, Mesher Email: rabid_whale@yahoo.com

LT Joe Anderson-Modeller, Skinner Email: ltjoeanderson@aol.com

Ska Wars-Modeller Email: tuxedo_monkey86@hotmail.com

Dredd-Modeller MSN and Email: dreddthis@msn.com

I'll help if you want. Not too good at skinning but im ok at modelling/hack jobing.

Give us a call on tuxedo_monkey86@hotmail.com if you need any help.

Ska

CHEETO!!!

This mommy thing is actually a great idea, i might use it in the future :)

and about the name... whay not just M2 ( like m squared) for just Map-modellers

i map and model i wouldtnt mind to join

dreddthis@msn.com
i have msn... or if not just email me

i wont be able to join since i'm very busy, but i do give permission to mappers to use my cat model in their maps, that is if they need it

Alright, how about renaming this to 'M3' which is 'M Cubed' for Map Model Modellers. I even made us a quickie logo. :D

if only i could model, Cheeto you are the man-you even came up with a catchy name-gj.

Cheeto i am still looking forward to your Soviet pack, the soviet pack will be great as a british replacement since the nagant as a garand isnt as cool ;)

That logo is fun to look at.... It and the name are really catchy, best of luck on your venture!

Hi Cheeto :D So many names I remember but didn't get to talk to :(

I'm glad to see that there's a lot of support for this idea, though we could certainly use another skinner or two here. It's also good to see some of you guys I haven't seen for awhile (Whapeh!). I have a bit of work to do this morning, but while I'm doing that I'll try to work out a system for how we'll work. After I get back I'll update the list and then tell you all what I've thought up.

Alright, here's what I came up with for M3.

For the most part, M3 is going to be essentially a network of members who are willing to work on map models that another member has created. So at it's core, it's method for modellers to get ahold of skinners and get something out there.

At other times (like now) then it'll operate on more of a queue system. For example: I intend to find several pictures of antique furniture, old 40's era cars, old style radios and light fixtures, and such, and then each member will take a few of those models so they're spilt evenly and work on each one. That way we can get em all done hopefully soon.

Since it's currently a pretty loose group right now, without a website or permanant method of meeting each other, then it'll remain basic. Once it gets bigger, I'll figure out some method for requests and such. But as for now, it's basically a network of modellers and skinners who we know will work on map models.

Neat idea! Models for maps are very useful and very important. Models are PERFECT for adding little 'extras' in maps without degrading performance that much.

BRILLIANT!!! If this goes through, it would be awsome, i think all of us that cant model could really use this, ==.

Originally posted by Captain John Miller
if only i could model, Cheeto you are the man-you even came up with a catchy name-gj.


same here CJM

It'd be nice to see a list from the mappers on what types of things they want.

ooooo im making one now, mnostly simple stuff, like some benches or chairs. And some other stuff for a good CS map thingy jobber.

greetings all....glad to see that MOMMY or as we call it now M3 is still alive and well. I'm working on a few models for the project, and also a website so things are looking up. :) I miss the old forum but I guess change is good :)

Anderson

No sig yet but it will be here soon

ok heres the temporary webpage till we find a decent host. Nothing fancy till I get some information from Cheeto and the other members but its a placeholder and a framework for whats to come hopefully.

http://www.geocities.com/mcubedteam/

list some stuff to model guys so i can err get modeling.

As soon as 1.0 comes out, even more modelled trees would be great :)

I'd be willing to model. I'm not too bad at it, but i cant mesh or skin.

I would help but I can't model, skin, mesh, or animate. I can, however, take credit for work I did not do.

sounds fun... i can make models, but skinmeshing and skinning is out of the question tho

aim: colonelklink99
icq: 71126159
email: dequranii@iprimus.com.au

List of models for maps:
Fence - countryside like
Chairs
Tables
Bookcase
Trees - plenty of styles
Telephone Pole
Telephone Wires
Hedgerows/Bushes
"Opened up" C47

cool idea

i can make crappy models :p but im better at being a dinosaur

This sounds very interesting. I'm in desperate need of a modeler for scupltures in my CS map. check out early screens at http://home.attbi.com/~mlamb11/cs_holter1.htm

If anyone's interested, dave11@attbi.com

I like this idea alot:)

Just a wee little tip: While I don't intend to have M3 just for DoD models, at the moment that's the focus, and it's the focus of these forums. So it's prolly not a good idea to have your first post on here asking for help with a CS map in a thread about DoD map models.

Well, this is the first community-type idea like this I've seen so I thought I'd just mention it incase anyone is interested. Not like I'm forcing someone to make me a model. Stick to DOD if you like :)

Is anything still happening with this? We'd love some more map models over there in the mapping forums :D

And soz for pulling out an old ass thread.

Well JoeAnderson has gone *poof* with the site graphics and his girlfriend has the site's code. So I've been trying to figure out a reliable way to organize this whole thing till he gets back with the site.

I'm guessing if something gets produced then there are some DoD hosts out there who'd put the page up for you. Thing is...there's got to be more commitment from the group before anyone is going to help you out.

BTW, all the webpage needs is a logo, and a few links to pages with pictures of the models simply categorized and DL links. The programming for the site should take about 15 minutes. =)

You only need about this many categories:

Vehicles
Furniture
Military Things
Outdoor Items
Misc

Anyhow, great idea and I'd love to mooch your models, but I'm kinda not seeing anything happening. At least we have a few models out there...heh.

PS I'd model myself but I hate it. Guess I'm just a mapper at heart...

I would love some mapmodels like a kubelwagen or a halftrack (at least..)

Please keep it working :)

yeah I've been absent from everything but work, school, and family for the past month or so. My father has Parkinson's Disease and I've been making sure my family has been taken care of before I do anything DOD related. I'll probably turn the code for the site over to Cheeto and just contribute to the project as much as I can but I honestly cant tell you when the site will be functional. My apologies for not keeping in touch with things.

Anderson

Originally posted by Joe Anderson
yeah I've been absent from everything but work, school, and family for the past month or so. My father has Parkinson's Disease and I've been making sure my family has been taken care of before I do anything DOD related. I'll probably turn the code for the site over to Cheeto and just contribute to the project as much as I can but I honestly cant tell you when the site will be functional. My apologies for not keeping in touch with things.

Anderson Ouchies, was wondering why you'd left suddenly. I have Frontpage, so as long as I have a general idea of what to do, I might be able to maintain it all. But in the meantime I think I'll just use messengers to distribute stuff to the M3 members.

i could have the site up and turn the reigns over to someone else after I get it up. I'll try to hit up cheeto tomorrow with info.

i was asked to do some furniture a while back and sincee im off school for a while now i think ill start. I guess i can help out here and there if you guys need it. :p

A website is not that important.

Why not get the group together first, start modelling and then work on a site when the models are ready for preview or release?

are there any packs of mapmodels out there expect the HK one?

Yeah it´s the flomatic´s one.. it´s quite nice and has very useful things like a nebelwefer or a diferent sandbags.

i want tp take a crack at modelling something:)
what do you guys need modelled ?

Modelers For Map Models United
If I had any skill in modeling I would join, but to no prevail, I am working on it. I got 3dsmax >: D

I am leading development of a project and am in need of a few talented modelers, skinners and gfx artists

If any of you are interested PM me and i will give you more info

Originally posted by gabagoo
i want tp take a crack at modelling something:)
what do you guys need modelled ?

I need a model version of the the big beams they have on the beaches that are angled, like on charlie, do you know what i mean? they're the ones that sometimes a sniper will crawl up and lie down on.

I'll post a screenie if ya need one to know what i mean.

Alright, I've sent some emails with reference pics off to the modellers. Hopefully I'll get some models back soon and then I'll open a new thread that's properlly titled and formatted. If anyone wants something made EMAIL THE PICTURE DIRECTLY TO ME: logana@starband.net

Ahhh i finally found this thread again

Anyway i want to request a bunk bed like those used in the axis bunkers durring ww2

I cant find any pics of what i want but you should get the idea

A 1 layer and a 2 layer version would be nice (submodels)

Finally a team that makes map models!!! Woho! I need to furnish a big house! Yay! My prayers have been answered!

Originally posted by NC17
Ahhh i finally found this thread again

Anyway i want to request a bunk bed like those used in the axis bunkers durring ww2

I cant find any pics of what i want but you should get the idea

A 1 layer and a 2 layer version would be nice (submodels) A one layer bunk bed is just a bed. :p And I said send all requests to me via email.

Beds
Lamps - Standing and hanging
Sofas
Chairs
Tables
Kitchen appliances

I think most mappers make models for *their* maps. So, it's hard for them to commit totally to creating models for others unless it suits their maps.

I create/modify an average of 1 model everytime i work on my map.

Btw, is 3dsmax worth it or issit better to stick to Milkshape 3D since MS3d has a simpler interface and allows you to get results faster? The only problem with MS3d is that u can't select vertices on the camera view!

Of course, a mapper can't really commit to creating tons of brand-new chairs/funiture models. Then again, it's possible. THat's why they need commited ones to create models most of the time.

Originally posted by Glidias
I think most mappers make models for *their* maps. So, it's hard for them to commit totally to creating models for others unless it suits their maps.

I create/modify an average of 1 model everytime i work on my map.

Btw, is 3dsmax worth it or issit better to stick to Milkshape 3D since MS3d has a simpler interface and allows you to get results faster? The only problem with MS3d is that u can't select vertices on the camera view!

Of course, a mapper can't really commit to creating tons of brand-new chairs/funiture models. Then again, it's possible. THat's why they need commited ones to create models most of the time. Yeah, certain things like fences and such are map specific. But we're talking about the smaller details like radios, furniture, cups and personal items, and vehicles. Those don't really change between maps.

And I'd go with Milkshape, you CAN select vertices in 3D view (just switch to wirefram and hold down the ALT key) and it costs only 20 bucks, plus it's a hell of a lot easier to figure out.

What about Face selection on Camera view? I think the only way to do that is to select by vertex.

What about selecting within a selection???

The SHIFT + Right or Left Click work the same in 3D view. You just have to hold down ALT as well. And what's wrong with selecting faces by vertex? If you get one you don't want, just de-select it.