Imaginary & UVFairy
Hey UVFairy, I was just sketching this dreamy garden of floating lily pads and spiraling vines, and I keep thinking about how to unwrap those petals so every iridescent hue stays perfectly aligned—any tips on keeping the symmetry while still letting the magic sparkle?
For petals, treat the UVs like a lattice. First, lay the UVs flat in a consistent grid, then snap the edge seams to the grid lines so every petal has the same texel density. Use a little “pin” on the center of each petal so the center of the texture stays at the same spot, keeping the iridescent effect aligned. Avoid auto‑wrap; it will scatter the hues and ruin the symmetry. After that, check the scale—make sure the distance between the seams is the same on all petals. A quick eyeball test: if you place a checkerboard on the texture, it should line up perfectly across every petal. Keep the math tight, the seams clean, and your garden will sparkle with precision.