Part 1: How 3D Development is Changing the Game in the Apparel Industry with Ben Gerding

In this episode, Rachel chats with her good friend Ben Gerding about how 3D development and design are impacting the apparel industry. Ben takes us through how he started his company, Retopo Dev., the positives and negatives of certain software, the process of 3D development, and the importance of sustainability in the apparel industry.  Stay tuned for part 2 of Ben's interview!   Ben Gerding has taken his 10 years of technical design experience into 3D apparel design and visuals to bring brands hyper-realistic renders to elevate marketing, sales, and concepts.   In this episode, you'll hear: -A 3D printing backstory and how Ben got started with Retopo Dev. -The misconception behind 3D printing. -The software Ben uses and explains both the positives and negatives of them. -The process, from beginning to end, of 3D development. -What it's like working with a new designer. -The importance of discussing sustainability within the apparel industry.   We can't wait to hear what you think of this episode! To connect with Rachel, you can connect with her: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unmarked-street/ https://www.instagram.com/unmarkedstreet/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076027998346 https://twitter.com/UnmarkedStreet https://www.pinterest.com/unmarkedstreet/ To visit her website, go to: www.unmarkedstreet.com.    To connect with Ben, you can visit his website here: retopodev.com or access his free 3D CloSet tools here: https://connect.clo-set.com/portfolio/215254/collection Check out the Retopo YouTube channel to learn real world skills to use 3D in your apparel business and designs. To connect and follow Ben on social media, check out his Youtube channel here:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo20bJ4MWPAw-860qtd7KWw To connect and follow Ben on social media, check out his Instagram here: @retopodev