Learning to use Rhino

Rhino Windows Tutorials
Rhino for Mac Tutorials
SubD Modeling
Product Design
Jewelry Design
Technical Tips
Master Classes
Grasshopper
Rendering
Drafting and Printing
Digital Fabrication
Developer Tools
Live Classes
On-Demand Classes
Certifications and Exams

Interface Basics

For those just starting out in Rhino, here's an overview of the user interface. Navigation of viewports and toolbars are among the topics covered. (3 minutes)

Modeling a Water Bottle

Get started modeling with Rhino 5. Kyle Houchens will show you how to use a fictional design brief to model a water bottle in Rhino. (52 minutes)

Modeling a Simple Glass

Learn how to model and render a drinking glass using Rhino V6. (5 minutes)

User's Guide

The User's Guide includes tutorials and samples covering interface, basic commands, surfaces, solids, drafting, and image tracing.

Level 1 Manual

The Level 1 Training Manual covers many of the most common challenging model shapes. Use this manual to learn the techniques to solve these challenging shapes. (Online Document)

Level 2 Manual

The Level 2 Training Manual covers many of the most common challenging model shapes. Use this manual to learn the techniques to solve these challenging shapes. (Online Document)

Basic SubD Modeling

Explore using the Gumball manipulator and sub-object selection* with SubD geometry in Rhino 7. (5 minutes)

Modeling a Wrench

Getting started shows some simple tools and techniques to help get you up and running.(1 hour)

Modeling a Camp Stove

A beginner friendly demo on making a designer camp stove. We talk about fillets, boolean operations, history, rendering and the strategy behind how to work from a sketch.(1 hour)

Modeling a Chip Clip

A great project for Rhino users just getting started with rhino, learn how to start from a blank screen and build a simple plastic part.(1 hour)

Kyle Houchens of the Outside Digital Art and Design will show you how to model and rendering a pen with a grip and clip in Rhinoceros 6. Kyle makes this process fun and will cover tons of tips and tricks.(1:26 hour)

History & Symmetry

In this video, we will make extensive use of Rhino's Record History to build a curve setup that will allow us to edit a single curve and have the whole curve setup that defines the fork follow changes.(1:26 hour)

Getting Started Playlist

A great place to see a collection of many videos for Rhino in Windows.(58 videos)

Freeform Modeling

James Carruthers will show his basic modeling work flow, as well as a few advanced tricks for modeling complex freeform shapes in Rhino.(1:07 hour)

Visual Tips

Eighteen chapters on how to set up the interface, how to use the drawing, editing, modeling and transform tools including the new Gumball tools(270 videos)

Additional Videos...

Visit our video channel to see all the tutorials we have created to help you use Rhino more efficiently.

Find a Class Near You...

Find a class close to your location to get live instruction from authorized Rhino trainers.

Live Online Classes

Get the benefits of live instruction without the travel. Find a class in your time zone and take the class from the comfort of your desk.

Frequent Questions

A large collection of frequently asked questions and answers.

Online Help

An online version of the Rhino for Windows help documentation.

Additional Resources...

Additional tutorials, books and training materials written by various experts.

A Simple Building

Rhino modeling expert Kyle Houchens will show you how to model in Rhino 5 using the SketchUp-hods of pulling faces and edges. (1 hour)

Rhino for Mac

Watch Brian James, tech and trainee at McNeel, walk through the new features in the Rhino for MAC UI. (5 minutes)

Getting Started

Learn about Rhino for Mac in a 9 part tutorial by Kyle Houchens. This tutorial covers interface, sketches and surfaces in true to life workflow.

Coffee Maker Mac

We will cover simple surfacing, transition surfaces using blend surface, and soe simple rendering tips to get a final presentation piece. (1:11 hour)

Knobs Switches Mac

In this webinar, Kyle puts himself in the position of someone that needs to build something from scratch.(1:11 hour)

Coffee Grinder Mac

A good video for users just starting to use Rhino for mac. We cove a simple build and talk in depth about many tips and tricks for making better models faster!(1 hour)

Extiguisher Mac

We will cover strategy, revolve, booleans, wire cut and other great techniques.(1:30 hour)

SubD Chair

A 1:18 long demo of a complete 3d model build from sketch all the way to rendering.(1:18 hour)

Toy Trike Mac

A long demo building a 70's toy trike with rhino for mac.(1:30 hour)

Retro Radio Mac

A demo on building a retro radio in rhino for mac.(1:30 hour)

Skateboard Mac

In this getting started for mac video. we'll build a skateboard and talk about things like sub-object selection, why fillets fail and sub-object editing.(1:30 hour)

Raygun Mac

Getting started demo of a toy 50's style toy raygun. Great reference if you are just starting to learn rhino.(1:30 hour)

Rendering Mac

Join Brian James in this video where he shows the new rendering features in Rhino3D for MAC. He shows how to apply materials and edit them, use environments and texture mapping.(7 minutes)

License Options Mac

In this video, Carla talks about the 3 different options for licensing in Rhino3d. Learn what changed and what are the benefits of each option.(5 minutes)

History Tools 1

We will show the new History enabled commands in Rhino 3D. This construction history allows us to associate geometry and facilitates modeling tasks such as symmetry modeling.(7 minutes)

Fillet History 2

These construction history tools allows us to associate geometry and facilitates modeling tasks such as modifying fillets mapping objects from a plane into 3D.(6 minutes)

Modeling Refined

Learn improvements that'll make your modeling time in Rhino easier! You'll learn how to use guides, align objects, how to enter math functions and formulas in the command line and more!(10 minutes)

Selecting Objects

Most operations you will do in Rhino require you to select one or more objects. Learn how here. (Online Help)

Creating Surfaces

A common way of working is to draw curves then use surfacing commands to create surfaces from those curves. (Online Help)

Flashlight Tutorial

This tutorial introduces the concept of drawing curves and one method of creating surfaces from those curves. (Online Help)

Headphones

This tutorial demonstrates creating surfaces from profile curves using lofts, sweeps, and extrudes. (Online Help)

Penguin

This tutorial demonstrates point-editing techniques including moving and scaling control points. (Online Help)

Drafting

This example shows how to use Rhino to model a simple mechanical part. Then create the 2-D line drawing and modify dimension text. (Online Help)

Firestation

Learn the basics of Rhino and how to model a simple firestation in this Rhino Live session. (2 hours)

User's Guide

Download the Getting Started & Online User's Guide. Includes tutorials and samples covering interface, basic commands, surfaces, solids, drafting, and image tracing.

New in Rhino 6

A video series showing some of the most prominent new features in Rhino 6 for MAC.(9 videos)

Jewelry Basics

In this three part video tutorial using Rhinoceros for Mac, learn to 3D model and render an earring design.(3 videos)

Online Help

An online version of the Rhino for Mac help documentation.

Knowledge Base Guides

A large collection of frequently asked questions, answers and tips.

Live Online Classes

Get the benefits of live instruction without the travel. Now available for Rhino for Mac

Rhino for Mac Forum

Find out the latest from the people that have the most experience with Rhino for Mac. (Community Forum)

What is a SubD?

Phil Cook from SimplyRhino takes a look at SubD, or Subdivision Surface Modelling, that is being developed for Rhino v7.(37 minutes)

Box vs Smooth mode

A quick demo using box vs smooth mode in SubD. (6:35 minutes)

Basic SubD Modeling

Explore using the Gumball manipulator and sub-object selection* with SubD geometry in Rhino 7. (5 minutes)

Intro to SubD geometry

This is a great video to build a good understanding on how to use SubD tools together in Rhino (4 minutes)

First SubD Model in Rhino

This is a great video to build a good understanding on how to use SubD tools together in Rhino (4 minutes)

Begin by Blocking a Hand

This is a great video to build a good understanding on how to use SubD tools together in Rhino (10 minutes)

Model a Sink

In this video see how to model a soft rectangular form using SubD surfaces in the Rhino 7. (10 minutes)

Model a Coin Pendant

Learn how to use the new QuadRemesh command and SubD tools in Rhino3D to model a jewelry coin frame. SubD modeling is one Rhino's new capabilities. (5 minutes)

SubD Webinar Q & A

Brian James models a subd and takes common questions and answers about the workflows.(1 hour)

Model a Building

In this tutorial, we will be going over some simple techniques using these new Rhino modeling tools in order to create this conceptual project designed by @archihab.(1 minute)

SubD Chair

A 1:30 long demo of a complete 3d model build from sketch all the way to rendering.(1:30 hour)

Vintage Trike Complete

A long form build of the trike, start to finish, using Rhino 7 SubD tools. Every step, and most every click, is explained. We talk in-depth about the thought process of how to build the model from sketch to completion.(2:30 hour)

Model a Dog Toy

Use simple push and pull techniques on subdivision faces and control net points, using the Gumball. You'll note the ability to add creases as well. (1 minute)

SubD Heart Ring

Learn the steps to insert a stone and create a ring using Rhino's SubD feature.(25 minute)

Reflect for Symmetry

Reflect allows you to make a symmetric copy of the object while maintaining the smooth connection between the mirrored copies. A much needed tool for SubD sculpting.(1 minute)

Reverse Engineer a Scan

Use the Quadremesh feature to create a SubD model from a scan that can be edited, offset, and converted to nurbs.(59 minute)

Subd in Grasshopper

From How to Rhino youtube channel, go through basic manipulation of Sub-D component in both Rhino and Grasshopper and how to quickly edit free-form geometry.(10 minutes)

Append a SubD

Giorgio Gurioli shows how to use the Append command with Rhino 7 SubD geometry. (6 minutes)

QuadRemesh to SubD

Understanding the workflow between the Quadremesher and SubD is key to converting any geometry. (8 minutes)

TSplines to SubD

Here's a video introduction to using your old Tsplines models in Rhino v7 WIP (work in progress). Exporting your Tsplines in Box mode is the key. (7:26 minutes)

Extract SubD Parts

A quick video showing how to break subd models into several parts using extract surface (46 seconds)

Modeling Saved Selections

For anyone who has a need to repeatedly select objects and sub-objects, Named Selections is a productivity enhancement which makes recalling selections simple. (1 minute)

Inflate a SubD with UVN

A quick tip on how to inflate a SubD part to make it fatter. (2 minutes)

Smooth SubD Edges

Use QuadRemesh with SubD option to smooth sharp edges in complex polysurfaces. (5:16 minutes)

Hand Iron Timelapse

A full Build time lapse of a hand iron. (26:01 minutes)

Robot Fish Timelapse

A full Build time lapse of a robot fish character. (47:24 minutes)

Concept Bike Timelapse

A full Build time lapse of a Concept motorcycle. (46:00 minutes)

Modeling a Toaster

Follow Kyle Houchens and learn how to start out with a scratch sketch and quickly build a consumer object using simple surfacing and editing tools. (1:25 hour)

Vintage Clock

A video on building a vintage kitchen clock. We talk about blend surfaces, flow, array, and touch on a little rendering.(1:30 hour)

Vintage Microphone

A complete build demo if a vintage style microphone.(1:30 hour)

Corkscrew Character

This is a great tutorial for beginner to intermediate user level. You will learn modeling strategies as well as plenty of tips and tricks with Kyle's usual laid back style.(1:30 hour)

Future Flashlight

Build a sci fi flashlight! 1:30 in length, but packed with tips and tricks for beginner to advanced! be ready to take notes, lots of stuff to learn along the way.(1:30 hour)

Shift Assembly

Getting started with rhino and build a classic car shift assembly.(1:30 hour)

Key Fob

The session's projects is a car key fob. Kyle will show tons of tips and tricks along the way.(1:44 hour)

Retro Radio

A simple demo of a retro radio build.(1:23 hour)

Vintage Trike Complete

Knobs and Switches

Kyle puts himself in the position of someone that needs to build something from scratch. (1:47 hour)

Styling Ear Buds

Kyle Houchens shows you how to model ear buds working from a hand-sketched design brief. Kyle keeps it lively as he models 'free style' in Rhino. (40 minutes)

Product Modeling

This section covers modeling a smooth handle form for later detailing and material breakouts. (7 part series)

Model a Lamp

Learn how to quickly create an adjustable desk lamp using v5 Rhino, Brazil and Neon. (35 minutes)

Bent Wood Chair

In this updated video for Rhino V6, learn how to model a chair design. (12 minutes)

Freeform Modeling

James Carruthers will show his basic modeling work flow, as well as a few advanced tricks for modeling complex freeform shapes in Rhino.(1:07 hour)

Preparing for 3D Printing

Whether you are printing your own design, or trying to prepare someone else's model, Kyle's techniques will help you get the model printed as soon as possible. (9 part series)

Real-time Rendering

Rhino 6 includes advanced real-time rendering modes. Use these modes to create quick, high quality renderings for design presentation.

Materials and Mapping

Brian James also explains the details on materials and texture mapping. (14 minutes)

Level 2 Guide

The Level 2 guide covers many of the most common challenging model shapes. Use this guide to learn the techniques to solve these challenging shapes. (PDF and Models)

Grasshopper for ID

Learn how to create a parametric system of simple shelves in this beginner Grasshopper tutorial for industrial designers. (22 minutes)

Fleur de Lis Ring

In this tutorial, learn how to build a complex shape such as this Fleur de Lis using Rhino's 7 new SubD geometry. (25 minutes)

Trellis Ring

Learn to quickly build this complex interweaving prong setting by using Rhino 7's SubD tools. (30 minutes)

Model a Coin Pendant

Learn how to use the new QuadRemesh command and SubD tools in Rhino3D to model a jewelry coin frame. SubD modeling is one Rhino's new capabilities. (5 minutes)

SubD Heart Ring

Learn the steps to insert a stone and create a ring using Rhino's SubD feature.(25 minute)

Twist Ring

Fundamentals of computer aided design through an introduction to software Rhino3d version 7. You will learn how to model a twisted ring for rendering or 3d printing. (5 minutes)

Rope Ring

Learn the fundamentals of Rhino3D through an introduction to computer aided design. (5 minutes)

Protoyping Jewelry

Debbie Green with Formlabs will show you how to use Rhino to model, visualize and manufacture jewelry. (56 minutes)

Model for Manufacturing

Gary Dawson of Gary Dawson Design shares details about his work, and then moves into a live presentation using Rhino 6 to design a ring. (1:40 hour)

Snake Ring

In this Rhino 3D tutorial, PJ Chen will show you how to build a snake shape into a ring, and apply the scales as texture on the snake body. (22 minutes)

Milgrain Ring

In this Rhino 3D tutorial, PJ Chen will show how to apply milgrain beads to a repeating pattern ring in Rhino. (17 minutes)

10 Tips for Jewelry Modeling

PJ Chen will be talking about top 10 tips for jewelry CAD Design from her 20 years of jewelry design experience, and bonus tips on being a jewelry CAD freelancer. (25 minutes)

Jewelry Plugins Food4Rhino

A large collection of Jewerly plugins to supercharge Rhino for many situations.

MatrixGold CounterSketch

Powerful software tools to create Jewelry. MatrixGold offers you more power, a curated set of tools, intuitive workflow, and enhanced productivity.

2Shapes Software

Manage every aspect of your jewelry business with 2Shapes. This one-year license provides access to four modules that make it simple to integrate design, production and sales.

Modeling Saved Selections

For anyone who has a need to repeatedly select objects and sub-objects, Named Selections is a productivity enhancement which makes recalling selections simple. (1 minute)

Reflect for Symmetry

Reflect allows you to make a symmetric copy of the object while maintaining the smooth connection between the mirrored copies. A much needed tool for SubD sculpting.(1 minute)

Rendering Jewelry in Rhino 7

Learn how to render jewelry models in Rhino 7 using custom environments and rendering post effects (7 minutes)

Rendering Mac

Join Brian James in this video where he shows the new rendering features in Rhino3D for MAC. He shows how to apply materials and edit them, use environments and texture mapping.(7 minutes)

Hello Gumball

In this quick video tutorial, learn the basics of using the Gumball manipulator in Rhino 6.(3 minutes)

Intersecting Multiple Pipes

In this Rhino 5 tutorial, learn how to model a smooth intersection between multiple pipe surfaces. (10 minutes)

Backup and Recovery

Rhino will create a backup file of your work each time you save. Learn how to turn a .bak file into a Rhino .3dm file (1:30 minutes)

Installation Errors

The Rhino V5 installer will display a log file when the installation process fails. This log file is very helpful to our technical team support in solving any problems you may have. (Article)

Accuracy and Tolerance

Model Tolerance and Units in Rhino effects nearly every command. Learn how to configure tolerance to help you model as efficiently as possible.(8 minutes)

Using Templates

Work more efficiently and set up templates in Rhino. Templates can automatically set defaults in new models you create.(14 minutes)

Rhino Online Help

Search the detailed Help file for all Rhino 5 commands, online. (Online help)

Rhino 3D.TV

A huge list of helpful videos covering many projects and workflows in Rhino. (Video Collection)

More Technical Tips...

Find solutions to the most popular technical questions through our Rhino Tech Tips blog. (Blog)

Flare and Scoop

In this Rhino video tutorial you'll learn two methods for modeling flare or scoop details.

Intersecting Multiple Pipes

In this Rhino 5 tutorial, learn how to model a smooth intersection between multiple pipe surfaces. (10 minutes)

Scrollwork

In this Rhinoceros video tutorial you'll learn to model a simple scroll form like those you might see in fine woodwork or on jewelery (10 minutes)

Stereo Headphones

Learn some techniques for modeling a pair of headphones using the v5 beta of Rhinoceros. (2 part series)

Using Smart Track

SmartTrack is a modeling aid that displays temporary reference lines and points in the Rhino viewport. We will use it to locate dimensions and draw curves. (4 minutes)

Using Cage Edit

Learn the Cage Edit command. This is a rough screen recording of GoToMeeting with a customer. Kind of fun. No Audio: Silent Movie style. (2 minutes)

Modeling 3D Textures

In this tutorial you'll learn how to model several different 3D textures using Rhino. (18 minutes)

Accuracy and Tolerance

Model Tolerance and Units in Rhino effects nearly every command. Learn how to configure tolerance to help you model as efficiently as possible.(8 minutes)

Advanced Display Modes

Rhino 5 now has many more advanced display options that can be configured to create more advanced, real-time display modes. (article and samples)

Beginning Grasshopper

Wondering how to get started with Grasshopper? Look no further. Spend an some time with the creator of Grasshopper, David Rutten, to learn the fundamental of Grasshopper. (13 part series)

Masterclass Datatrees

Spend an some time with the creator of Grasshopper, David Rutten, to learn one of the key concepts of Grasshopper, data trees. (6 part series)

Computational Design with Grasshopper

If you are looking to acquire skills in Grasshopper, we would like you to join our new learning platform and take our Computational Design with Grasshopper class. This course is for design professionals looking to learn the concepts and features of Grasshopper.