modelling

[aphex79]

anyone have tips on modelling text on a curved surface? what metods to use?

[jacksc02]

do the text using max's "text" then "extrude" and "bend" as needed

[Candelero]

do the text using max's "text" then "extrude" and "bend" as needed

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You may extract a path (edge loop) from the surface and then apply
< path deform > to the 3d text. May come easier then Chris' method.

Best regards,
nikki Candelero

[DaForce]

Have a look at the conform or shapemerge compound object.