The objective
The goal of this project was to choose a topic of our choice and create a 3D modeled magazine cover for WIRED or Fast Company.
I decided to go with the topic of Crispr. Crispr is an enzyme that uses CRISPR sequences as a guide to recognize and cleave specific strands of DNA that are complementary to the CRISPR sequence. Cas9 enzymes together with CRISPR sequences form the basis of a technology known as CRISPR-Cas9 that can be used to edit genes within organisms. This editing process has a wide variety of applications including basic biological research, development of biotechnology products, and treatment of diseases.
Gene Editing Sketches
When it comes to any project one must always start from square one which is sketches. After brainstorming with several concepts I ended up going with an idea that would help explain the topic to readers. I decide to make a model of a DNA Helix having parts of it being removed with the hemostat medical tool.
Illustrator Render
Next, I created a layout in Illustrator so I could decide on which colors and fonts would best fit the Magazine.
Modeling In Cinema 4d
Once everything was laid out and finalized, it was time to move on to the final step which was making the objects in Cinema 4d, because I was operating in a 3d environment it was a little bit more of a challenge to make the objects. For the Hemostat tool, I had to use reference photos to create the tool and I had to create certain textures that would make the DNA Helix more realistic. I also had to play around with camera angles and lighting effects so the Helix would be clear for viewers to see. Once I was finished I had to go back and edit the fonts and text placement so it would be easier for people to read the headlines.
To discover more about how I created my magazine cover visit my post on Gene Editing Magazine Video.
