Google has put out another program that could potentially revolutionize mapping, virtual reality, and how that is all put together on the internet. Its called Google SketchUp, here is how they describe their product,
"Google SketchUp is software that you can use to create, export and present 3D models. Whether you want to design a new deck for your house, build models for Google Earth, or teach geometry to your fifth-graders, you can use SketchUp to see your ideas in 3D. And when you're done, you can export an image, make a movie or print out a view of what you made."
They teach you how with video tutorials, a help center, and they have live classes(not always though). Taking this to the next step is how to get people and more specifically students(highschool and college) to start using it now. Thus was born the, "Are you a Supermodel(er)? Contest". The contest is to model your own campus using SketchUp and then texturized using digital photos. The deadline is June 1, 2008 so you still have time if you want to join in.
Here is what you win, "Apple iPod Touch, a Nintendo Wii Console, and a Google t-shirt and hat. In addition, winners will be featured on the Official Google SketchUp Blog, and enjoy lasting online glory (not to mention making your mom darn proud)."
It may not be a lot, but it could very well be the jump-start to a modeling career/job. The winning team gets official recognition from Google, which is a great start.
1 comment:
Is there anything google doesnt do? are they taking over the world? in five years, are you going to have to go ANYWHERE on the internet but google's homepage to do anything?
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