Learning to use Rhino
- Rhino Windows Tutorials
- Rhino for Mac Tutorials
- Product Design
- Technical Tips
- Master Classes
- Grasshopper
- Rendering
- Drafting and Printing
- Digital Fabrication
- New in Rhino 6
- Developer Tools
- Live Classes
- On-Demand Classes
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)
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. (PDF and Models)
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. (PDF and Models)
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)
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.
Additional Resources...
Additional tutorials, books and training materials written by various experts.
Interface Basics
Brian James of McNeel aims to quickly get you up to speed with the user interface of Rhinoceros for Mac. (4 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.
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)
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)
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)
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)
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 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)
In Architecture
Want to learn how others have been using Grasshopper to generate architectural forms and fabrications? Here is a great list of in depth tutorials on Grasshopper. (Web page)
In Jewelry
Our Generative Jewelry and Fashion Design community is for designers who are exploring new shapes using generative algorithms. (Web site and community)
In Furniture
Using digital design and fabrication techniques for furniture can lead to some creative pieces. See here how others are experimenting with form and shape. (website/community)
In Industrial Design
Learn how to create a parametric system of simple shelves in this beginner Grasshopper tutorial for industrial designers. (22 minutes)
Creating a 3D Puzzle
Learn how to slice an existing Rhino model into a series of flat puzzle pieces using Grasshopper.
Additional Tutorials
A great list of tutorials on using Grasshopper in many practical situations (Web page)
Grasshopper Community
The greatest resource available for anyone using Grasshopper, the Grasshopper community of users. Go here to meet the real experts. (Web community)
Real-time Rendering
Rhino 6 includes advanced real-time rendering modes. Use these modes to create quick, high quality renderings for design presentation.
Materials Basics
Vanessa Steeg also looks at the basics of the built in material library and creating your first materials.(10 minutes)
Materials Mapping
Brian James also explains the details on materials and texture mapping. (14 minutes)
U/V Mapping in Rhino 5
Learn how to adjust UV mapping and texture space for your models in v5 Rhino.(12 minutes)
Applying Decals
Decals are textures and images placed on the model in a specific singular location. These have been updated for Rhino 6.
Displacement Maps
Learn how to create displaced mesh objects using procedural textures in Rhino 5. Displacements can be used for rendering purposes or extracted and edited for fabrication. (18 minutes)
Layout Basics
A powerpoint presentation overview of Rhino 5 drafting and layout features.(11 minutes)
Drafting Complete
This extensive tutorial steps you through the setup of a linewieghts, linetypes, dimensions and printing. (PDF File)
Aligning Details
Details are views into the model that are arranged on a layout. Learn how to align the views in the layout.(Article and Video)
Section Tools
In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to use Section Tools in Rhino. Create dynamic sections through your model and use them in your layouts. (8 minutes)
3D to 2D to 3D
Learn how to unroll, print out and assemble a 3D model from a sheet of paper.(12 minutes)
Drafting Resources
Additional utilities, tutorials, training materials for drafting and layout in Rhino 5.(Web page)
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)
3D to 2D to 3D
Learn how to unroll, print out and assemble a 3D model from a sheet of paper.(12 minutes)
Rhino FabStudio
Teach, learn and share different methods of fabrication for industrial designers, architects, and engineers (Web site)
Preparing for Laser Cut
Tips and techniques for using Rhino to prepare files for laser and waterjet cutting.
Creating a 3D Puzzle
Learn how to slice an existing Rhino model into a series of flat puzzle pieces using Grasshopper.
CNC Furniture
Using digital design and fabrication techniques for furniture can lead to some creative pieces. See here how others are experimenting with form and shape. (website/community)
Displacement Maps
Learn how to create displaced mesh objects using procedural textures in Rhino 5. Displacements can be used for rendering purposes or extracted and edited for fabrication. (18 minutes)
Grasshopper now included
Grasshopper, the world's most beautiful programming language, is now a full-fledged part of Rhino.
Modeling Refinements
In Rhino 6, we have refined features and smoothed out small quirks making Rhino much more refined.
Enhanced Gumball
In this quick video tutorial, learn the basics of using the new Gumball manipulator in Rhino 6.(8 minutes)
Real-time Rendering
Rhino 6 includes advanced real-time rendering modes. Use these modes to create quick, high quality renderings for design presentation.
Presentation Improvements
With major changes to Rendering, Materials, or just plain capturing the viewport, it's now easier and faster to present, discuss, make decisions, and iterate.
Display Improvements
Rhino's new display pipeline is faster, more stable, and uses features found on modern graphics hardware, like GPU sensitive shaders and memory optimizations.
Documenation Refined
We've refined many parts of the documentation workflow, from a completely reworked annotation-style interface, to better DWG support, and RichText throughout.
Make2D Upgraded
Make2D has been completely rewritten to provide faster, better, cleaner, more customizable results.
Rhino 6 Hands-on
Rhino ART Phil Cook of Simply Rhino UK looks at significant improvements and features in Rhino 6
Development Plaform
Rhino 6 brings major improvements to our free SDKs, with API refinements, better documentation, and more access to Rhino commands from Grasshopper.
License Administration
Find out more about Rhino 6 licensing options including the new Cloud Zoo making licenses easier to administer.
Detailed List of Features...
Rhino 6 contains many enhancements. Thanks to more than 40,000 beta testers, we were able to field test and refine Rhino 6, making it the most stable version ever.
All Development Tools
Take a quick look at the new features and improvements in Rhinoceros 5. (25 minutes)
RhinoScript
RhinoScript is a scripting tool based on Microsoft's VBScript language. With RhinoScript, you can quickly add functionality to Rhino, or automate repetitive tasks.
Rhino.Python
Python is a modern “programming language”, it is typically easier to learn and use than other non-scripting style languages. Yet it is quite powerful.
RhinoCommon
(VB.NET/C#/Python.NET) RhinoCommon is meant to be version 2 of the Rhino.NET SDK, and it improves on the design and implementation of the current SDK.
RhinoMobile iOS Android
RhinoMobile is a C# .NET library for the development of 3D, cross-platform, mobile applications.
C++ Plug-ins
The Rhino C++ Software Development Kit (SDK) provides the tools to customize and extend Rhino with direct access to its geometry, graphics system, and command definitions
OpenNurbs Toolkit
The openNURBS Initiative provides CAD, CAM, CAE, and computer graphics software developers the tools to accurately transfer 3-D geometry between applications.
What is new in Rhino 5...
Rhino 5 contains more than 3,500 enhancements. Thanks to more than 40,000 beta testers, we were able to field test and refine Rhino 5, making it the most stable version ever.
Developer Resources...
Additional Developer Resources and technology to solve the design problems facing you.
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.
Rhino Live
Join us online at our Rhino Live webinars where rhino experts will show you how to get started with Rhino.
Customer Onsite Class
If you need a custom class, here is a list of resources that offer that service.
For Teachers Only
If you are a teacher and want to know how best to integrate Rhino 5 into your classroom, here is a list of teacher workshops available for you.
Level 1 - Rhino for Windows
This training follows the Rhino 5 Level 1 training guide. Lessons cover the Rhino user interface, curve, surfaces, control point editing, and solid modeling. (Cost US$ 9.99)
Level 2 - Rhino for Windows
The official Rhino Level 2 Training. Learn Rhino's advanced features like surfacing, rebuilding, fairing, and repairing problem models. (Cost US$ 9.99)
Level 1 - Rhino for Mac
This training follows the Rhino 5 Level 1 training guide on the Mac platform. Lessons cover the Rhino user interface, curve, surfaces, control point editing, and solid modeling. (Cost US$ 9.99)
Intro to Grasshopper
Get started with generative modeling in Rhino 5 using the Grasshopper add-on to Rhino 5 for Windows. (Cost US$ 159)
Intermediate Grasshopper
This series explores the intermediate concepts of generative modeling using the Grasshopper. The class applies these concepts to intermediate design and development concepts. (Cost US$ 179)
PanelingTools for Rhino
Learn to use the PanelingTools plug-in for Rhino 5. PanelingTools helps generate 2D and 3D cellular patterns and populate them over rectangular grids. (Cost US$ 9.99)
Basic Brazil 2.0
Discover who uses Brazil and why. Learn how to create, assign materials and use libraries, how to output your rendering for superb quality and efficiency and much more. (Cost US$ 99)
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