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1.Write something in Photoshop that you want to make 3D.

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2.We need to convert this text layer into a shape layer.  To do this, go to Layer > Type > Convert to Shape:

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3.Now go to File > Export > Paths to Illustrator, and save your document as mytext.ai.

4.Open up Cinema 4D.  Go to File > Merge, and open up your mytext.ai file.  You will see an outline of your font in the view port:

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5.Add Extrude Nurbs (Object > NURBS > Extrude Nurbs):

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6.Now in your objects palette, drag your mytext object under the Extrude Nurbs:

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7.In the objects palette, click Extrude Nurbs.  You will see some settings in the palette below this one.  Check the one that says Hierarchical:

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Add some materials, and make any minor adjustments needed and your finished!

3D Text Tutorial: Final Result

Good Luck!



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