Career & Education

Topic	Replies	Latest Post
N/A N/A	0 Last	KieronJenkins Nov 2017
Poll Do you ever get work DIRECTLY from Artists Looking For Work? As in, someone saw your thread in that one forum section, contacted you, and paid you to make art for them. If they found you through a What Are You Working On thread, or anywhere else, it doesn't co…	24 Last	Spoon Nov 2017
UK/Europe looking for classical figurative sculpture training/ with a digital mix? Anyone in the UK/Europe looking for classical figurative sculpture with a digital sculpture mix?	0 Last	White_wizard Nov 2017
What should I study to improve (the artistic side of) my texturing ability? When I look at most tutorials on texturing, the focus is mostly on technical things like unwrapping UVs, creating brush presets etc. There seems to be very little attention give to actually exploring…	5 Last	beccatherose Nov 2017
When searching for artists / designers ? Hello guys and girls !Except the job section here, I was wondering when people are searching for concept artists or illustrators for their projects, which websites are usually…	2 Last	machamaro Nov 2017
Looking for recommendations to Arch Viz video tuts Hi peeps!Would love to hear your recommendations for video tuts that you found useful and informative. Any software will do, I'm looking more for practices and principles. Will adapt to the sof…	5 Last	Tzur_H Nov 2017
Architecture to studying Game Design Hi everyone, I recently graduated from a 5-year bachelor course in Architecture. Right now I'm freelancing as an Architect and a Graphic Designer. Now that I'm thinking of advancing my studies to mas…	6 Last	Bletzkarn Nov 2017
Beginner Environment Artist Looking for Tips Hello all!I am a newcomer to... well, everything game art, really. I am hoping to break into environmental art in the game industry. I've only done a bit of 3D work with 3DS Max, and I've…	5 Last	JordanN Nov 2017
Giving the wake up call: Yes/No? So in this little group of friends, about 90% of them have graduated from a Games development course and are aspiring to work in the industry as Artists. We started weekly catch ups to help each othe…	7 Last	Larry Nov 2017
So the average salary for a job in canada's game industry is $77,300 a year. https://techvibes.com/2017/11/01/canadas-video-game-industry-powers-its-tech-scene:D What BS.	28 Last	NikhilR Nov 2017
Games; What do you know and what do you want? - Artist requesting your knowledge and expertise. Hello fellow Polycounters, Gamers, Artists and supporters of digitally created worlds! I am Danny and currently working on my "Master in Game Technology" in "NHTV Breda - The Netherlands" and&nb…	4 Last	DannyArt Nov 2017
How long does it take to create a character? How long does it take to create a realistic face.how much you spend time in hours.(sculpting and general time)examplehttps://www.artstation.com/artwork/x1X4Thank you in advance!	10 Last	Markmars Nov 2017
For some reason someone got offended by my low poly weapons So someone recommended that I send emails of whatever I've made recently to people I've worked with (I haven't worked with anyone in game art but I've done a few random 3d jobs for clients.) Anyways …	22 Last	Markmars Nov 2017
1 week character art tests Hey guys,Is this a normal thing? I've seen a couple of these in the showcase subforum, and i've just been given one myself. In all my experience working, 1 week turnaround on a character is insane...…	12 Last	Elithenia Nov 2017
8 Ways to find 3D Model Ideas that Sell I’ve been selling 3D assets for a while now, and I can tell you, the things you create in your spare time are useful to others. IF you know the kind of things to build…I sell principally on turbosqui…	4 Last	Larry Nov 2017
Getting disheartened Edit: It looks like I still have a long way to go. Thanks for all the advice on what I should do next.I've ditched the showreel and moved to ArtStation.Model 1: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/YnK…	22 Last	Alex_J Nov 2017
Blizzard Internship Once again Blizzard internships are open. Is anyone applying who would like to show their portfolio? I never get much when searching on google so I figured I'd ask here. It's very interesting seeing …	7 Last	PixelMasher Nov 2017
How much time do you dedicate to finish a 3d model or finish a whole project? Hello y'all! Hope everyone's doing fineIt is true that every individual works different and gives a difference performance when it comes to draw/sculpt.How much time do you guys need (with or without…	6 Last	Larry Nov 2017
Is Beginner's Guide to Zbrush -Preorder worth to buy it? Hey guys!I know this may sound stupid but since there are out free sources for learning Zbrush but I want to learn Zbrush from the beginning because I lack some knowledge on this software , I would l…	3 Last	Larry Nov 2017
Selling your assets Hello guys i've been making stuff for quite a while now, and found myself having some valuable assets that can be kitbashed / reused. So i sat down, cleaned them up to quads and UVed them and uploade…	0 Last	Larry Nov 2017
Looking for General Tips learning Maya Hey my current Project is to build a Biped Robot, with Ostrich Legs.I am wondering if you guys have any Tutorials or Youtube Videos which can help me to improve my workflow.Are there some Online Ment…	1 Last	Brian "Panda" Choi Nov 2017
Graphicker Just got an email about an invitation to a site called Graphicker.[What is Graphicker?]Graphicker is a crowd sourcing website specialized in graphic design jobs, which is the first service in th…	9 Last	sacboi Nov 2017
The Trap of Entitlement Yo guys, just thought I would make a post giving my thoughts on something I find a lot of artists just getting into game dev and I think there a lot of people entering into the industry who comp…	4 Last	PixelMasher Nov 2017
How to choose a good concept? Hello everyone,First of all, thank you for your time and help.Second, I'm doing a 3D Environment bootcamp at GAI (Game Art Institute) and now we have to pick a concept to make it in 3D.I really love …	8 Last	sacboi Nov 2017
Getting into lowpoly/midpoly models. Need an advice Hello,I used cryengine 3 years ago and that time people used to bake details from a highpoly model. Now I'm thinking about getting in to unreal engine and selling assets on the marketplace. My questi…	3 Last	Brian "Panda" Choi Nov 2017
US/Canada Studio list I've been making a list of studios that are in the US and Canada. Been using it as a resource to help find work in the industry. All of the pages should lead to the career page of the studio listed. …	10 Last	SniperGirl85 Nov 2017
1 or various files? When doing a pack for example or 6 boxes to sell them, what is better? release them as a single FBX (or any type)? or each box separately (6 FBX)? or both?	3 Last	poly32 Nov 2017
It seems to be impossible to find a job as a Modeler in this industry Wasn't sure which sub-forum this should go, so I settled on here. Anyway, I was just thinking about how amazingly difficult it is to actually become a general modeler/content creator (environment,…	209 Last	sacboi Nov 2017
Looking for Mentors Hello, my name is Pedro Varella. I am 20 years old, and a junior 3D character artist. Currently I am looking for experienced 3D artists to kindly help me on my journey as an artist. Anyone who is int…	10 Last	pedrovarella13 Nov 2017
Why you're not getting any replies You've posted some nice artwork and asked for feedback, but no one seems to be offerring you any critiques. Why are they passing you by?Someone asked me this in a private message. I thought it might …	63 Last	pmiller001 Nov 2017
Third Year student, looking for Dissertation Ideas Hey guys. I'm a third year student, and I have to come up with an idea for my Dissertation. I want to do something about 3D modelling or Games in general. I want some ideas from anyone that's willing…	13 Last	Etherblock Nov 2017
Paypal alternatives for freelancers Recently Paypal decided to freeze my account because I was under 18 when I created it. I actively used that account for ~8+ years -and paid my fair share in fees.- Now there's no way for me to …	2 Last	Eric Chadwick Oct 2017
Why can students in some US states not apply for this Blizzard competition? Hi I had a quick check at this competition and noticed that some places in the US and Canada can not apply? I am not up on the rules, politics and regulations that go on in the US/Canada so can …	4 Last	Mark Dygert Oct 2017
I started a Youtube Channel for 3D Tutorials Hey guys, just started a youtube channel to try and help beginners in 3D, I wanted to try and do my best to help people out.Essentially I want to do a different topic in 3D every week and help out wi…	0 Last	sziada Oct 2017
Deleted University Project Completed - Thank you for all who participated. Removed.	0 Last	MPearson Oct 2017
Is there any online education for 3D art that is recognized for potential employers? Hello Polycount People!~I've being learning by myself 3D art with various videos, tutorials and just having some fun with it. I also landed some contract work mostly earning very little but learning …	2 Last	Adam1313 Oct 2017
Starting on 3d modeling Hello, I'm trying to become a 3d modeler. I've worked a bit with Maya for a while and made a few simple things, but I'd like to learn more and become better, but at the moment I am not sure how. I'm …	3 Last	sacboi Oct 2017
Learning Art Fundamentals I want to be able to make my own concept art to work from, and I feel that learning 2d would help me in 3d as well. After reading this article http://www.cgsociety.org/news/article/2694/why-3d-a…	6 Last	gameofscones Oct 2017
Modeling Weapon Interiors - Any value to folio? I was wondering if you model weapons with all interiors would it give any value to your portfolio to those people who do evaluation in a game company? I fully understand it makes no sense to do it fo…	7 Last	Amsterdam Hilton Hotel Oct 2017
The Blizzard Student Art Contest is live :) Just a humble head's up that THE TIME HAS COME. Categories include VFX, character animation, character modeling, and environment modeling. Learn more ~here~ and direct questions to @blizzardcareers o…	2 Last	Svyat Oct 2017
Former Naughty Dog Artist claims harassment. Naughty Dog says "no evidence". I thought this was important to share. News of harassment stories are leaking out of Hollywood and now one developer from the game industry has come forward with his claim. EDIT: For anyone join…	13 Last	Larry Oct 2017
Lighting dissertation, Tunnel vision My original idea was to create a game environment form a piece of concept art but was told its not the greatest for writing a dissertation. So i changed my idea to game engine lighting, my problem no…	0 Last	Chunk Oct 2017
When will I give up? This is just a platform for me to express myself, if you have similar thoughts or opinions, even if you don't, please feel free to say anything that comes to mind.I started this program at my school …	13 Last	lotzoh Oct 2017
What courses and tutorials would you recommend for beginners? Hey! I have been dabbling around in Z brush and Maya for a while now on and off. Me and my friend started working on this game together, I'm currently in the role of the full 3D production pipeline t…	1 Last	sacboi Oct 2017
Education: Free Character Design course now live Hey peeps, this looks interesting - a short online course about character design for games (ignore the upgrade) - the content looks cool. https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/video-game-character…	0 Last	Loakers Oct 2017
Mobile Game Studio XP = "lndustry"? ls work experience at free-to-play / freemium mobile game studios considered "industry experience"? i.e. is it transferrable to game studios like indies and AAAsAlso wondering if the genre/quali…	7 Last	Brian "Panda" Choi Oct 2017
Where should I learn 3D character design? I started working on 3D in general about a month ago and finished this image before deciding to specialize with character design.I know this is super bad but I am very proud of it. Like I said earlie…	4 Last	Brian "Panda" Choi Oct 2017
Am i good enough to apply for character artist positions Ive been teaching myself Zbrush and Substance recently and want to apply for character artist positions but I dont know what kind of quality studios expect so i dont know if im any good in their eyes…	10 Last	NotSoBlueManGroup Oct 2017
Is it possible to work remotely in an AAA game title? I just have this question about if 3D Artist in a big studio or working to deliver an AAA game title can work remotely from another country or job?For example, if the artist still studying, or studyi…	6 Last	tonyblu331 Oct 2017
Is it possible to be a freelance 3D modeler? Hi, I was wondering is it possible to make a living as a freelance, work from home 3D modeler? I only need around 10,000 euro a year to live off, maybe less. I have been an artist my whole life and…	21 Last	undin Oct 2017