Tangled Up...

[Grafixman]

Some recent knots and braids posts inspired these. Just trying to tie up some loose ends before the year ends...

[Intbel]

Good work.
Love the second one.

More please ...

[Grafixman]

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The first one was a trial pic to figure out how to overlap beveled objects over and under each other. The second was actually easier since the steps were clearer for me. It could become addicting, trying to make the patterns more and more complex. Maybe some more when and if I can find the free time.

[sallybode]

Wow, while you are braiding away, could you make me one of those hot pretzels sold at malls? I love those. Too much to eat, but very delicious.

Love the effect.

(BTW, I like mine with salt.)

[gidgit]

Wow... love those knots Gman... is this making use of zmerge?

Looking forward to the next set

[Grafixman]

No, I wish it was that simple. But z merge merges things too evenly. This was basically done by cutting up the loop in non-crossing segments. After applying the 3D effect, the vector objects are converted to image objects, duplicated and the uppermost duplicates were erased at the appropriate places. Erasing also takes care of the bevels on the ends of the segments. Just have to make sure the segments have enough overlaps so they blend into each other smoothly.
Call me pretzel brain, Sally. I had the knot but couldn't decide on how to present it. Great idea from you! Thanks.

[tom c]

Hi Grafixman
It's been awhile since I was here last (2+ years I think)
love your tangles
thought I'd add one.
tom

[Grafixman]

Welcome back, Tom. Hope you find some more free time to post here.
Great idea animating the process. Might have a go with it myself.

[Grafixman]

OK, here's my quickie: