Before you can create 3D art, you must master the 2D foundation. These tutorials focus on drawing and manipulating the line work (vectors) that dictate your 3D shapes.
: Maximize your material by utilizing the Nesting tool. This automatically arranges multiple parts on a sheet to minimize material waste before cutting. 🗿 Level 2: 3D Relief Creation
: Drag a high-contrast photograph directly into ArtCAM. The software automatically converts the photo's grayscale pixel values into heights to create an instant 3D relief. ArtCAM Pro Tutorials
: Import a standard black-and-white or color image and use the Bitmap to Vector tool to automatically trace cleaner line art.
This feature breaks down the essential tutorials you need to master the software's core capabilities. 📐 Level 1: Vector Generation & Editing Before you can create 3D art, you must
: Master the Two-Rail Sweep, Extrude, Spin, and Turn tools to create complex flowing shapes, frames, and perfectly symmetrical turned objects like chair legs.
: Double-click a vector to open the Shape Editor. Here you can add domes, pyramids, or flat planes to your vectors, and control start heights and combine modes (Add, Subtract, Merge High). This automatically arranges multiple parts on a sheet
While the software was discontinued by Autodesk and largely succeeded by Carveco, ArtCAM Pro remains a powerful, widely used staple in woodworking, engraving, and jewelry design.