Re:Ask HN: What are your hobbies, and why are they cool?
by Koahku on Friday May 08, 2015 @09:44AM
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I'm into 3D modeling. It's challenging and makes you always think ahead of what you are currently doing. It has a lot of similarities to programming actually, except that since it's my hobby I'm not trying to be extremely productive and allow myself to work at a slow pace. It is pretty relaxing.
Being somewhat familiar with a 3D workflow will also make you appreciate videogames or the CGI you see in movies even more.
It also has tons of applications. As an example, I recently moved into a new place but I wasn't sure all my furniture would fit into my room, so I made a rough 3D model of the room and of my stuff and quicky tried different configurations to see which one would work the best.
I've also picked up photography. I don't like sports but I don't mind walking, so it's a great way to actually go outside instead of sitting at my desk all day. On the downside it is pretty addictive and can quickly become very expensive.
I've also picked up photography. I don't like sports but I don't mind walking, so it's a great way to actually go outside instead of sitting at my desk all day. On the downside it is pretty addictive and can quickly become very expensive.