Figaro is a tool designed for creating base meshes for characters and creatures quickly and easily.   It is based on tools like ZBrush's ZSpheres and Blender's Skin modifier while extending their core concepts to allow for more complex shapes.

Installation instructions are available within the provided files and at the bottom of this page.

Compatible with Blender 3.6 LTS and 4.0+.

Features

Stick Figure Modeling

Use points and edges to define shapes and adjust volumes. Each point has a radius and each edge will interpolate between the radii of neighboring vertices.

Solid Faces

In addition to points and edges, Figaro supports the creation of faces for more complex shapes while retaining the simplicity of stick-figure modeling.

One-Click Voxelization

Convert your object into a voxel mesh and begin sculpting. Control voxel size, smooth shading vs. flat shading, all in the Figaro side panel.

Quick Display Options

The Figaro side panel has convenient options for displaying the Figaro object in different ways for both Solid Mode and Material Preview / Rendered Mode.

Seamless Modifier Integration

Figaro objects integrate seamlessly with Blender's modifier stack system, thus allowing for more flexibility and creative possibilities.

Installation Instructions

* Do not unzip Figaro-1_0_0.zip

Blender 4.2 +

1. Go to Edit  > Preferences.
2. Click the Add-ons tab.
3. Click the Add-ons Settings button on the top right corner of the window.
4. Click Install from Disk
5. Select Figaro-1_0_0.zip and then click Install from Disk.
6. Save your preferences.

Blender 3.6 LTS – 4.1

1. Go to Edit  >  Preferences.
2. Click the Add-ons tab.
3. Click the  Install button.
4. Select Figaro-1_0_0.zip and then click Install Add-on.
5. Enable Mesh: Figaro if not already enabled.
6. Save your preferences.

Quick Start Guide

1. In Object Mode, open the Figaro Side Panel menu by clicking the Figaro tab.
2. Click Create Figaro Object to create a new Figaro object.  Make sure it is selected.
3. Go to Edit Mode:
   • Extend edges and fill faces to build a shape.
   • Press Shift + R on selected vertices to enter Radius Mode:
     • Move mouse right to increase radius.
     • Move mouse left to decrease radius.
     • Left-click or press Enter to confirm.
     • Right-click or press Esc to cancel.
4. When the Figaro object is finished, go to Object Mode and in the side panel menu, convert the object to a mesh either by:
   • Clicking Convert to Voxel Mesh for a voxel-based model.
   • Clicking Convert to Mesh for a standard mesh.

You can learn more about the Add-On in the Figaro Docs page.