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CyberClapper
CyberClapper
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July 17, 2017
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sphere in illustrator

  • July 17, 2017
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Hello everyone. I am failing to understand why I can't make an sphere in Illustrator. I tried different tutorials and tips but I can't figure out. The sphere is not coming up, and I followed all the steps... This is what comes up:

note that I just started using illustrator today, don't laugh too much ;D

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    CyberClapper
    CyberClapperAuthor
    Participant
    July 17, 2017

    Thank you guys, it was very helpful!!!

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    edgrimley
    Participating Frequently
    July 17, 2017

    CS6 - 3D revolve the same object (in this case a 1/2 circle) will be different depending on the side you choose from which to revolve. Also the angle, for a sphere make sure the straight side is vertical

      John Mensinger
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      John MensingerCommunity Expert
      Community Expert
      July 17, 2017

      Maybe it depends on the hemisphere you're in, but as far as I can tell, the 3D Revolve effect always revolves your object around its left-most point:

        Jeff Witchel, ACI
        Community Expert
        Jeff Witchel, ACICommunity Expert
        Community Expert
        July 17, 2017
        1. Draw a circle and fill it with a color.
        2. With your Direct Selection tool (A), select the point in the circle to the far right and delete it.
        3. Select the semicircle that remains with the Selection tool (V).
        4. Go to the Effects menu > 3D > Revolve.
        5. In the dialog that opens, enter your settings and press OK to apply.

        Hope this helps!

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