In the previous chapter we talked about how to use Max’s
spline tools to make a very basic spline surface. In this chap-
ter we’ll use those techniques to create the basic outline of a
boat hull. This is actually a perfect example of when to use
spline tools. You’ll also use the spline tools if you are doing
certain types of architectural modeling, such as making a com-
plex roof shape. It’s great to spline out the shapes you need
from the top and side views and then apply your surface. Try-
ing to do something similar using polygons can be ...
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