Paint 3D is the latest evolution of classic Paint, with a ton of new art tools to try on your 2D canvas or 3D objects.
Paint 3D is a modeling application that was introduced along with Windows 10 Creators Update. The program has the same functionality as Microsoft Paint but now offers support for 3D shapes. You will find 3D stock images such as people, animals, text, geometric shapes, and doodles in the app.
Explore the brushes and tools in Paint 3D from the Art tools menu. First, choose a color from the color palette, or use the eyedropper to pick up a color already in your workspace. If you want to add custom colors to your palette, select + Add color.
Once you have the perfect color, select a brush to use and paint right onto the canvas. Or, try dropping in some basic 3D objects or models (like the fish) from the 3D objects menu to start painting in 3D.
Tip: Most of the art tools, like the marker and pencil, allow you to adjust the thickness and opacity of your strokes. Try playing with these sliders to change how your sketch looks!
Paint 3D can be used to create impressive 3D objects, but it also lets you use and manipulate a vast amount of pre-made objects in the 3D library.
Searching the 3D model library
- Paint 3D is a raster graphics and 3D modeling application which is a refresh of Microsoft Paint. It is one of several 3D modeling and printing applications introduced or improved with the Windows 10 Creators Update, including View 3D, Windows Mixed Reality, Holograms, along with the CAD programs 3D Builder and 2D Builder.
- May 21, 2018 Paint 3D is a built-in creative application that comes free with Windows 10. It is designed to be simple yet powerful by allowing you to create professional or fun creative projects by easily combining 2D and 3D tools. The best part is that you don’t need any design experience – Paint 3D can be used.
- If you’re looking to incorporate a bit more creativity into your 3D printing, painting your models can be a great solution. In this guide, we’ll show you how to create a nearly automotive quality paint job on any of your 3D printed objects.
Launch Paint 3D from your Apps.
Select 3D shapes from the ribbon and then Open 3D library.
Enter your search term into the Search box and press Enter.
Select your chosen model to add it to the canvas.
Manipulating the 3D model
Using 3D models, you can move them and add multiples together to create your own unique model.
Lets trying making a pig with wings!
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When you click on the model, movement arrows will appear.
The top arrow will rotate the object along the Z-axis.
The right arrow will rotate along the X-axis.
The bottom arrow will rotate along the Y-axis.
The left arrow will slide your model forward and backwards in space.
Click and drag the model to move it around the canvas.
Click and drag the little white boxes on the corners and sides of the box surrounding the object to enlarge, shrink, or stretch the object however you want.
Play around with these until you get a good sense of moving and manipulating the model.
Open the 3D library again, search for a wing, and when you find the one you want click it to add it to the canvas.
The wing will appear on the canvas. Drag the models apart and resize them so that they will look how you want them to together.
Move the models around until the wing is positioned correctly and looks like it's sticking out of the pig how you want it.
Clicking Select all will allow you to rotate both models at the same time so you can make sure they are correctly from all angles.
Make the two models one by clicking Select all and then clicking Group from the right side menu.
Now follow the steps again to add another wing the other side of the pig.
Extras: Add backgrounds, effects, and more to your 3D model
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Backgrounds
Return to the 3D library and search for a background you want (Sky, for example).
Click on the background object to resize and position how you want it.
Drag the corners of the background to the edges of the canvas.
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Effects
To add an effect to your 3D Paint project, click Effects.
Click the effect you want on the menu. It will instantly filter over your painting.
Click on the sun around the Light wheel and spin it around to reposition the lighting.
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Clicking on the other tabs at the top of Paint 3D (2D shapes, 3D shapes, Stickers, and Effects) will allow you to add even more details to your Paint 3D project.