Figure 4.24 - Array with Empty

Once you enable the Object Offset in the Array options, use the text field

or eyedropper to pick an object by name. Choose the name for the

Empty, which will probably be "Empty."

If you add some animation data to the Empty, it can generate some

interesting abstract animations using the Array. You will learn more

about animation with Blender in chapter 7.

Tip: Remember that you can easily rename any object in your project

using the F2 key. Select the object and press the key to assign a new

name.

4.5 Boolean modifier

Another useful modifier for 3D modeling is the Boolean, which allows

you to create models based on interactions between objects. The

modifier creates new shapes based on: