Character Modeling with Maya and ZBrush
Professional polygonal modeling techniques
Book Details:
| Publisher: | Focal Press |
| Series: | Focal Press , Professional |
| Author: | Jason Patnode |
| Edition: | 1 |
| ISBN-10: | 0240520343 |
| ISBN-13: | 9780240520346 |
| Pages: | 408 |
| Published: | Jan 14 2008 |
| Posted: | Nov 19 2014 |
| Language: | English |
| Book format: | |
| Book size: | 49.79 MB |
Book Description:
Create believable CG character models with this unique book and DVD package. The stunning color images show just what you can achieve, and the detailed step-by-step tutorials show exactly how to achieve them. Every technique and tip is backed up with practical tutorials, using the models, textures and video on the companion DVD to offer a crash course to this vital skill. Jason Patnode takes you from low to high-resolution modeling - helping you span the gap between game and film industry skills. Based on Maya 2008 and ZBrush 3.0.You'll learn: Pipeline and modeling guidelines . Overview of Maya . Introduction to ZBrush modeling . Concept art . Anatomy . Creating a video game character . Creating a hyper-real character . Creating a photo-real character . UVs and texturing . How to create a demo reel
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