> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.oasecreative.nl/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# 3D Modeling

> This playbook describes the complete internal process for delivering 3D modeling and 3D rendering within Oase Creative.

## Overview

This playbook describes the complete internal process for delivering 3D modeling and 3D rendering within Oase Creative.
This service is always executed externally by our fixed partner **Zero Point Visuals** in Portugal (Ortegal).
We handle the intake, quality control, communication, and delivery.
There are **two possible entry routes**:

* **Option 1 — Modeling from an existing CAD file**
* **Option 2 — Modeling from scratch (photos + dimensions needed)**
  Both routes are submitted by the client via Slack through the form.

## Step 1: Receive Intake Form via Slack

When the client fills out the 3D Modeling form, it automatically arrives in Slack.

### The form must contain:

* Product type
* Purpose of the 3D modeling (rendering, animation, product shots, packaging)
* Option chosen by client:
* **CAD file available**
* **No CAD → modeling from scratch needed**
* Uploads:
* CAD file (if option 1)
* Product photos (if option 2)
* All dimensions (height, width, depth)
* Reference images or moodboards
* Material types (plastic, aluminum, matte, gloss, glass, texture)
* Colors or PMS codes
* Expected deadline

### Actions:

1. Project manager reads form.
2. Checks if all required files are present.
3. Saves the intake form + uploads in the Google Drive project folder.
4. Notifies in Slack that the project is being assigned to Zero Point Visuals.

<Warning>
  No CAD file and no photos/dimensions available?
  **Stop the process** → client must first provide complete input.
</Warning>

## Step 2: Determine Entry Route

### Option 1 — Modeling via CAD File

If the client provides a **STEP**, **STP**, **IGES**, **OBJ**, **GLB**, or **FBX** file.

### Checkpoints:

* Is the file opened and readable?
* Are all product components present?
* Are the dimensions correct?

<Tip>
  Tip: Save a copy of the CAD file in the `/Input` folder.
</Tip>

### Option 2 — Modeling from Scratch

When the client has **no CAD file**.

### Required information:

* Minimum **8 product photos** (front, back, sides, top, and bottom)
* Detail photos of edges, textures, and materials
* Dimensions:
* Height
* Width
* Depth
* Thickness (if applicable)
* Additional information:
* Materials (metal, plastic, wood, etc.)
* Finish (matte, gloss, satin)
* Color codes

<Warning>
  Without exact dimensions, Zero Point Visuals **cannot** model.
</Warning>

## Step 3: Outsource to Zero Point Visuals

When the information is complete, the project manager sends an assignment to our fixed external partner:

### Zero Point Visuals Contact Information:

* **Name:** Mario Rayford
* **Email:** [mariorayford@zeropointvisuals.com](mailto:mariorayford@zeropointvisuals.com)
* **Phone/WhatsApp:** +351 924 447 132

### Instructions that must be sent:

* Project description
* Purpose of the model (stills, rendering, animation, packaging visuals)
* Entry route (CAD or Scratch)
* All input:
* CAD files / photos / dimensions
* Moodboards
* Material references
* Color codes
* Deadline and delivery requirements
* Number of renders needed
* Any required camera angles

### Working method:

* Mario confirms receipt
* Provides an estimate of delivery time
* Asks questions if input is missing

## Step 4: External Modeling & Rendering Process (Zero Point Visuals)

Zero Point Visuals executes the complete modeling and rendering process:

### Steps that happen externally:

1. Build 3D model (CAD or scratch)
2. Apply materials & textures
3. Lighting setup (HDRI, softbox, studio or environment)
4. Camera setups
5. Send render preview(s)
6. Process feedback
7. Export final renders in agreed formats

### File formats that are delivered:

* 3D model:
* .OBJ
* .FBX
* .GLB
* .BLEND (if desired)
* Final renders:
* PNG (transparent)
* JPG (optimized)
* TIFF (if print)

## Step 5: Receipt & Internal Quality Control

The project manager checks the delivered files:

### QC Checklist:

* Are the dimensions correct?
* Are materials correctly applied?
* Does the style match Oase Creative quality?
* Are renders sharp, professional, and error-free?
* Are there artifacts, noise, or lighting errors?
* Is the color representation correct?

<Tip>
  When something is not correct → send feedback directly back to Zero Point Visuals.
</Tip>

## Step 6: Deliver to Client

When everything is approved:

### File structure (Google Drive):

```
/3D Modeling
/Input
/Model
/Preview
/Final Renders
/Export
```

### Delivery consists of:

* All final renders
* 3D model files
* Additional angles / compositions if agreed
* Any mock-ups where the 3D model is incorporated

### Communication to client:

* Link to Google Drive
* Brief explanation of what has been delivered
* Any recommendations for future use

## Revision Policy

Standard 3D modeling at Oase includes:

* **1 revision round included** (external)
* More revisions = **additional work**, depending on complexity

<Warning>
  Revisions can take extra days depending on Zero Point Visuals' workload.
</Warning>

## Best Practices

* Always provide **as many references as possible** for modeling from scratch.
* Keep all communication with Mario in Slack or email.
* Plan more generous deadlines for complex products.
* Take into account time difference Portugal–Netherlands.
* Always ask for "raw renders" if you want to do post-processing yourself.
* Save all files twice (Drive + local) for safety.

## Workflow Summary

1. Intake via Slack
2. Determine entry route (CAD or Scratch)
3. Collect & check input
4. Outsource to Zero Point Visuals
5. External modeling & rendering
6. Internal quality control
7. Deliver to client
8. Process any revision

> Important: Communicate each step in Slack so the team is always informed.