Organic 3D Modeling for Jewelry Design with Rhino SubD
Organic jewelry CAD modeling with Rhino SubD, focused on creating smooth, production-ready forms.
Course Description
This course teaches jewelry designers how to use SubD modeling in Rhino 7+ to create organic, smooth, and complex jewelry forms that are difficult to achieve with traditional NURBS modeling alone.
You’ll learn how to build SubD models efficiently, refine topology, and convert SubD forms into solid NURBS models suitable for jewelry production, casting, and further CAD development.
Who This Course Is For
This course is for:
Jewelry designers with basic Rhino 3D experience who want to create organic and sculptural forms
CAD users looking to expand beyond traditional NURBS workflows
Designers interested in smooth surface transitions and complex form development
Students and professionals refining advanced jewelry CAD techniques
What You’ll Learn
Understand SubD modeling concepts and how they differ from NURBS workflows in Rhino
Build organic jewelry forms using SubD tools in Rhino 7+
Control topology, edge flow, and surface continuity for clean results
Convert SubD models into solid NURBS geometry for production and export
Apply SubD workflows to jewelry design while maintaining manufacturability
Please note this course only applies to the SubD tool in Rhino 7 and newer version. Basic Rhino 3D modeling knowledge is highly recommended before taking this course. To get started, download Rhino 8 for a 90-day trial at www.Rhino3D.com.
(This course has both English and Mandarin subtitles.)
Course curriculum
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Welcome from PJ Chen
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How to use this course
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Download files in Exercise Folder
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Rhino File Version Converter: Convert Files Across Rhino Versions with Convert App
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1.1 What is Rhino SubD?
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1.2 How to arrange SubD toolbox?
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1.21 How to custom Hotkey for SubD commands
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1.3 The difference between SubD Curve to Rhino NURBS curve
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1.4 diff between SubD surface to Rhino NURBS surface
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1.5 Box mode vs smooth mode
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1.6 SubD Primitives
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1.7 How to manipulate SubD
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1.8 Bridge command
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1.9 Append and offset Commands
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1.10 Stitch command
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1.12 Merge and split SubD faces
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1.11 Insect command
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1.13 Multipipe command
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1.14 QuadRemesh command
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1.15 Insert edges or Point and Slide SubD edges commands
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1.16 Reflect SubD objects and remove symmetry command
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1.17 Subdivide and fill hole commands
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1.18 SubD sweep 1 and 2 rails commands
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1.19 SubD loft command
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2.1 Bezel Set Style 1
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2.2 Bezel Set Style 2
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2.3 Crown Set Style 1
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2.4 Crown Set Style 2
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2.5 Prong Set
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2.6 Bending the prong
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2.7 Puffy prong set style 1
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2.8 Puffy Prong Set Style 2
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3.1 Split ring
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3.2 Twist engagement ring
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3.3 How to make correct ring size
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3.4 Intertwine engagement ring
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3.5 Flower pedal engagement ring
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3.6 Signet ring style 1
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3.7 Signet ring with bezel set
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3.8 Polygon signet ring
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3.9 Signet ring style 2
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4.1 Floral design
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4.2 Leaf design
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4.3 Low relief 1-1
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4.4 Low relief 1-2
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4.5 low relief 1-3_ close bottom
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4.6 Low relief 2
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4.7 Woven structure
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4.8 Scroll design heart pendant
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4.9 Scroll Design
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5.1 Whale tail model
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5.2 Whale model
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5.3 Human head model
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5.4 Animal head model
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5.5 Human skull model
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About this course
- $395.00
- 62 lessons
- 6 hours of video content
FAQ
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What version of Rhino software is required for this course?
Rhino 7 or a newer version is required for this course. You can download a 90-day free trial from www.Rhino3D.com.
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How long will I have access the course?
This is a lifetime membership course, meaning you will have unlimited access to all the course materials, which are pre-recorded and available at your convenience. You can learn at your own pace.
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Is the Rhino 3D software included with the course?
No, the Rhino 3D software is not included. However, you can sign up for a 90-day free trial at www.Rhino3D.com.
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Can I download the course to watch offline?
Currently, we do not offer offline downloads through the platform. However, you can access the course anytime as long as you have an internet connection.
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Do I need to have basic Rhino 3D skills before taking this course?
Yes, this course focuses exclusively on SubD 3D modeling, so it's highly recommended that you have basic Rhino 3D skills before enrolling. If you're a beginner in jewelry CAD design, I recommend starting with my "Jewelry CAD Masterclass" to build a strong foundation.
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Do you offer a payment plan for the course?
Yes, we offer flexible payment plans to help make the course more affordable. You can choose between a 12-month, 18-month or interest-free payment options. This allows you to spread the cost over time while enjoying full access to the course and its materials right away. You can see the available payment plan options on the checkout page.
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Will I receive a certificate upon completing the course?
Yes, upon completing the course, you will receive a certificate of completion, which you can use to showcase your skills and accomplishments.
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Do you offer subtitles in languages other than English?
At this time, we offer subtitles in English only. However, you can use the "Live Caption" feature in Chrome to generate subtitles in your preferred language. For more information on how to enable this feature, please visit: Chrome Live Caption Support.
Instructor
PJ Chen
Authorized Rhino 3D Trainner
[email protected]
PJ Chen is a jewelry CAD educator specializing in Rhino 3D with over 25 years of jewelry design and teaching experience. She has trained designers globally and helps students build professional workflows for production-ready jewelry modeling.
Why Use SubD for Jewelry Design?
SubD modeling allows designers to create smooth, organic forms with greater flexibility than traditional surface modeling, while still maintaining control over production-ready geometry.
Reviews
Excellent value in every aspect!
Voula Zarpani
PJ Chen has a great gift of communicating the creation process through Rhino - all the basics along with so many insightful tricks of technique. Seemingly simple exercises open up the door to abundant creativity—an excellent way to ease yourself i...
Read MorePJ Chen has a great gift of communicating the creation process through Rhino - all the basics along with so many insightful tricks of technique. Seemingly simple exercises open up the door to abundant creativity—an excellent way to ease yourself into Rhino 7. I wholeheartedly recommend PJ's tutorials and videos since I have benefited so much and have found the answers and solutions I was looking for in my projects. Last but not least, PJ Chen finds the time to answer personal emails, with her characteristic prompt efficiency. Whatever your field might be, if you work with Rhino, you should follow PJ Chen!
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Martin Pontbriand
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yesim ilkucar
Thank you so much, your videos are very understandable and make my job very easy.
Thank you so much, your videos are very understandable and make my job very easy.
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Gabriela Ramos Leal
Easy to understand and follow. Thanks PJ
Easy to understand and follow. Thanks PJ
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F M-C
Great course for introducing the concept of SubD. Well explained and easy to follow. Worth it!
Great course for introducing the concept of SubD. Well explained and easy to follow. Worth it!
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Karen Kolar
Watching PJ simplify complex structures is like watching a magic show but learning the magician's tricks. I have been making my modeling way too complicated. I feel confident I, too, can become a magician.
Watching PJ simplify complex structures is like watching a magic show but learning the magician's tricks. I have been making my modeling way too complicated. I feel confident I, too, can become a magician.
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PHITO SUCCES
This course takes you beyond the 2D modeling, adding a 3D organic designing skills to your arsenal. SubD was intimidating but since I've gotten pass that hump, its been very additive.
This course takes you beyond the 2D modeling, adding a 3D organic designing skills to your arsenal. SubD was intimidating but since I've gotten pass that hump, its been very additive.
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Martin Pontbriand
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anton stayduhar
PJ has a gift for imparting large amounts of knowledge in a succinct, matter of fact manner that magically manages to be comprehensive in spite of brevity. There is no substitute for hands on practice, but listening to these lessons amply equ...
Read MorePJ has a gift for imparting large amounts of knowledge in a succinct, matter of fact manner that magically manages to be comprehensive in spite of brevity. There is no substitute for hands on practice, but listening to these lessons amply equips a user, regardless of level, with a toolset familiarity that can lessen the anxiety level of any individual wandering the English maze of Rhino. Two thumbs up!
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