Did you know that there is an easy, push-button solution for UV mapping in Maya? A tool that automates the entire process of UV mapping? I can show you a way of easy UV mapping in Maya, using a tool so easy that a beginner can master it in seconds. Continue reading Easy UV mapping in Maya 2015 and 2016
Tag Archives: character creation
Learn to model a head for animation the right way
The head is the single most complicated challenge for an artist. Not only do you have to make an aesthetically appealing model, but there are tons of technical requirements that most artists don’t stop to think about. Learning how to model a head for animation the right way means knowing how to find the balance. Continue reading Learn to model a head for animation the right way
Body Modeling Maya 2015 edition
My latest and greatest (also newest) character body modeling Maya techniques- now updated for Maya 2015. Continue reading Body Modeling Maya 2015 edition
Mudbox Character Sculpting – DETAILING
In part one of the Mudbox character sculpting tutorial, we focused on creating the base shape. Now our goal is creating super high-resolution detail, a must for a character sculpt to stand out in a portfolio.
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Mudbox Character Sculpting tutorial – CREATION
This multi-part tutorial will cover Mudbox character sculpting, adding high-resolution detail, painting textures, and more. We begin with creating the basic shape of the character, and then detailing the character via sculpting! Continue reading Mudbox Character Sculpting tutorial – CREATION
How to make Borderlands style art
Ever wonder how to make Borderlands style art in Photoshop and Mudbox? Look no further! I got around to creating a totally sweet VIDEO version of my original Borderlands art style tutorial. Continue reading How to make Borderlands style art
Face sculpting in Mudbox 2015
Art in games and film demand ultra-detailed surfaces. And the most important kind of surface is the skin on a person’s face. If you want to succeed as an artist, it is absolutely vital that you be able to create this detail. But how? Continue reading Face sculpting in Mudbox 2015
Sculpting muscles in Mudbox 2015
If you’ve played any recently, you know there are two types of guys in video games – ripped superheroes, and bulging Hulks. Check this vid for the process I use to sculpt characters like this in Mudbox. Continue reading Sculpting muscles in Mudbox 2015