Virtual Pottery Wheel - for Blender

Virtual Pottery Wheel for Blender (VPW) 🎨🔄

UI, Overview, & Examples:

Examples:

For Blender Versions 3.0 to 4.4 Beta
(with some limitations):
- Smooth Operator is not available in versions prior to 3.6.
- Brush Setup Operator is partially working in 4.4 beta.

VPW is the next evolution of my original rotation add-on, Show It Off. A huge thank you to everyone who helped Show It Off grow! I will continue to maintain and improve it, as long as any updates stay within its intended scope.

Sculpt with Ease. Create with Flow.

🌀 Find Your Flow – Don’t Think, Sculpt

VPW is a simple yet immersive Blender add-on designed to bring a Zen-like experience to 3D sculpting. Inspired by the rhythm of a real pottery wheel, it lets you rotate your model hands-free, so you can focus purely on creativity—without constantly adjusting the view.

Whether you're crafting organic forms, shaping unique objects, or experimenting with freeform designs, VPW keeps you in the zone with automatic rotation and customizable speeds.

✨ Key Features – Designed for Creative Freedom

✅ Spin Your Sculpt – Your model rotates automatically, just like a real pottery wheel
✅ Control the Flow – Adjust speed to match your sculpting rhythm
✅ Instant Start & Stop – One-click toggle or shortcut access for seamless control
✅ Zen-Like Experience – Meditative, hands-free sculpting—no stress, no distractions
✅ Designed for Artists, Not Engineers – Focus on art, not technical setups

🌊 Extra Features for an Uninterrupted Workflow

✅ Brush Stroke Tool – Auto-set recommended stroke settings or sync with your current brush
✅ One-Tap Remesh – Instantly remesh without navigating through menus
✅ Smooth Transitions – Apply the Mesh Filter seamlessly w/o breaking your sculpting flow
✅ Quick Symmetry Adjustments – Change symmetry settings directly within the UI
✅ Viewport Anti-Aliasing – Adjust anti-aliasing for optimal performance on different systems
✅ Instant Reset – Objects snap back to their original transforms when rotation stops

🎭 Who is VPW For?

🎨 Digital Sculptors & 3D Artists – Stay in the creative zone with hands-free sculpting
🌿 Hobbyists & Relaxation Seekers – Enjoy a stress-free, meditative way to create
🛠️ Blender Enthusiasts – A simple yet powerful tool to enhance sculpting workflows
🖌️ Beginners – Have fun and discover new ways to sculpt without the learning curve

💡 Why Choose VPW?

VPW isn’t about technical precision—it’s about creative freedom. Just like a real potter’s wheel, it keeps your model moving so you can immerse yourself in sculpting.

✅ Eliminate constant camera adjustments – Just sculpt and let VPW handle the rotation
✅ Perfect for organic and experimental modeling – Stay in the flow, no rigid workflows
✅ Great for any workflow – Whether you plan every sculpt or create spontaneously

Every sculpt is a unique experience—
start with a plan or go with the flow, the choice is yours.

Once you find your groove, you'll be hooked.

🔻 Download VPW Today & Sculpt with Ease! 🔻

🚀 Ready to Sculpt? Get VPW Now & Let Creativity Take Over!

Changelog

v1.0.0-beta (02/13/2025)
Initial Beta Release – Virtual Pottery Wheel
First public release for testing and feedback.

Known Issues:
Smooth Operator is not compatible with Blender versions before 3.6 due to changes in how earlier versions handle the Mesh Filter Tool. A fix is in progress, but due to structural differences, it may never function exactly the same as in post-3.6 versions. In earlier versions, the option will not appear in the panel.

Brush Setup Operator is partially working in Blender 4.4 beta. The cause is unclear—possibly due to Blender's beta status or an issue on my end—but a fix is planned.