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Using Fiverr to do ''freelance'' work and sell assets https://www.fiverr.com/What's your opinion? I hear people saying sites like this ''cheapen'' the market..I'm quite surprised at how much there's some good quality work here and here.DO you imagine yo…	4 Last	almighty_gir Nov 2015
What is the correct way to hire a 2d artists? Hello to all great artist in this forum. I have for some time follow the amazing works been posted here. Now that I have worked hard on the programming part of my game for the past 5 months…	7 Last	Eric Chadwick Nov 2015
GTA V - Graphics Study http://www.adriancourreges.com/blog/2015/11/02/gta-v-graphics-study/Stumbled across this, a graphics programmer with his dissection and interpretation of the GTA V rendering pipe. Very neat. Explains…	5 Last	adrxzero Nov 2015
high resolution renders for portfolio.. Hi i have few questions about character presentation for portfolio..-How to make a good presentation in marmoset toolbag 2 and how to take a nice screenshot without pixelating ..-is maya viewport 2.0…	1 Last	EarthQuake Nov 2015
Advice: Process for designing (or hiring someone) for this sort of 2D Graphic: Hi everyone,I'm a programmer, and I'm at the point where I need to start getting some graphics done. I'm considering doing them myself, and on that note, I'd like to ask what the process is for desig…	2 Last	Kalyori Nov 2015
Asking for advice as new artist in the industry Hello everybody! Im very new here in polycount and also new in the cg industry and I would like to ask for advice from those who have been in the industry for a long time that may have gone through t…	7 Last	Bartalon Nov 2015
Article - Developers Hiring People From Unity Asset Store http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/259307/How_2_Torchlight_devs_used_new_tricks_to_build_an_oldschool_space_game.phpRebel Galaxy isn’t actually a Unity game -- it’s built on a heavily modified v…	0 Last	RyanB Nov 2015
Any hangouts near london happening!? Hey guys/girls! Just curious as to if any poly-count hangouts are happening anytime soon in the UK :)?, Would be really cool to meet you guys and have a few beers!	38 Last	almighty_gir Nov 2015
Help needed choosing best looking games for a games course art library Hello thereI am head of games at Escape Studios in London and I have am MA in game art starting this January. I am buying games for our library so we can review art work etc. I thought it …	17 Last	mrnpc Nov 2015
Affordable Windows Tablet to learn painting? Hi there!First of all: Yes, I did a search on this but all I was able to find were old threads and the discussion about the Surface. If there is a thread on this Topic I apologise for doubling up, bu…	9 Last	lefix Nov 2015
Quake Live's next patch allegedly adds a player model workshop Source: [url]http://esreality.com/post/2776781/ql-steam-switch-q-a-with-syncerror/[/url] So, if you're on Steam and if you've made a Q3A player or weapon you could give it a second chance on QL, or …	4 Last	leilei Nov 2015
Learning Resources and Career Opportunity with Modo and 3D Coat? Hey folks,After dabbling with both 3D and 2D I decided to stick with 3D since I realized that I am not a good storyteller, hence not a good graphic novel artist.My choice of learning 3D is...we…	2 Last	Panupat Nov 2015
Parisian polycounters, sound off please! Just want to know that anyone living or staying in Paris right now is safe.Be well guys!	19 Last	Sugus Nov 2015
the Warcraft movie trailer anybody else excited?i'm really looking forward to it. Been looking for an announcement time or something, but i'm having trouble. Anyone else having luck?ninja edit: https://www.youtube.co…	60 Last	Deathstick Nov 2015
SketchFab Hi, has anyone managed to embed a SketchFab model on the forums plz ?	2 Last	Sketchfab Nov 2015
RIP Quote Game subforum The new polycount looks rad. I'm finally getting email notifications (never did before) and I love all the new features. Can't seem to find the quote game tho. RIP. Only 3 or 4 of us actually still p…	11 Last	low odor Nov 2015
Closed Polycount has been updated! We’re very proud to bring you the latest update to Polycount. This update brings us away from the archaic infrastructure of vBulletin and into a platform that will allow us to easily add features and…	229 Last	adam Nov 2015
Closed Polycount Update - BUGS & SUGGESTIONS Use this thread to post any bugs you notice or suggestions you have on improving your experiences on the site. Please use images whenever possible so we can see the bugs you're seeing, or to help us …	326 Last	adam Nov 2015
amazing tool for editing actor and mesh on ios Mobile Mesh/Actor editor life is convenient for me to do my art work at my phone, and it is the only editing actor/mesh App I can find at apple store. Most importantly, it will go opensourse soo…	0 Last	zed123 Nov 2015
POLYCOUNT app Hello all, Haven't been here for a while. Was searching for Polycount app. It would be a great addition, to be informed via app, while we are away from PC. Will there be an app?	4 Last	iadagraca Nov 2015
xobx 360 compatibility update well I have been waiting months for this and lo and behold it sucks. So far only mass effect is working. the rest of them like gears of war 3, mirrors edge etc( which are on the list) do not work. i …	5 Last	Ruz Nov 2015
Closed Moved: Face edgeloops for animation, best practice. This discussion has been moved.	0 Last	Eric Chadwick Nov 2015
The 5th Annual Saxxy Video Awards are up for viewing and voting The 5th Annual Saxxy Video Awards are up for viewing and voting. This is the community made videos using the Source Filmmaker tool. They usually center around Team Fortress but this year they opened …	0 Last	r13 Nov 2015
Is it alright to model something from others art? I'm just wondering since at the time i'm just really not able to bring up any ideas of my own for the time being (think i might've burnt myself out lol) but i've seen a lot of pictures from others dr…	2 Last	YellowYeti Nov 2015
Cintiq 27QHD w/ Ergo Stand for sale sold	2 Last	Count Vertsalot Nov 2015
Human Eye /eyelashes Glare ( natural Lens Flares) Hi , I am looking for the example natural lens flares, since not all lens flares suitable for non -sci fi theme,ok be serious arif ... ^^, couldnt find any , this is one of the example i can fin…	4 Last	SHEPEIRO Nov 2015
Stuck because of Software Hi all,I have a problem further developing my skills. I started using 3d programs on the side in high school, and now that I'm in university I still do. However I have since moved on from the free so…	26 Last	pior Nov 2015
More than 20,000 developers will bring in over US $100,000 Interesting article with data showing lots of indies are making a decent living or better.I've gone through the app stores and yes there is a ton of shit, but if you make a quality game then it has a…	8 Last	RyanB Nov 2015
Architecture in Video Games: Designing for Impact Interesting article... I'm looking forward to The Witness.http://www.gamasutra.com/blogs/DeannaVanBuren/20151012/254238/Architecture_in_Video_Games_Designing_for_Impact.php	1 Last	Aabel Nov 2015
Russian Space hanger ref pictures Just saw this, looked like it had some nice shots in it: http://designyoutrust.com/2015/07/man-noticed-this-abandoned-hangar-but-whats-inside-caught-him-by-surprise/	2 Last	Savannakhet Nov 2015
The problem with current sci-fi art/style This issue has been troubling me for some time. Why it seems that about 90% of sci-fi artists seem to be stuck in 80s (sometimes 70s) when it comes to sci-fi? I mean look at most sci-fi corridors. T…	47 Last	McGreed Nov 2015
Quick forum question, mailbox getting bombarded with notification Since yesterday my emailbox is getting bombarded with notification messages, mainly from the "what are you working on topic" but I cant remember getting these before and cant seem to make it stop, wh…	4 Last	Jonas Ronnegard Nov 2015
Vertex 3 - Released It has been a long time coming but VERTEX3 is finally done!! Thanks for the support and thanks to the artist's who contributed to this great edition to the VERTEX family! I hope that you enjoy it!! P…	51 Last	DavidCruz Nov 2015
Choosing the right art for your portfolio. I have this notion that most employers want to see amazing art in your portfolio so I have been trying my best to level up my skills to a standard that will grab attention and stand out. I feel…	4 Last	Moltar Nov 2015
Universities Offering Game art In Masters Level Hello people i am looking for some Universities that offer Game art or design postgraduate level in US, Canada or New zealand. I've received an offer from Hertfordshire University from UK but Interna…	3 Last	m4dcow Nov 2015
Closed I still love you Polycount I just want to say if anything happens at the end of day, that I still love you Polycount. No matter the serious disagreements I have had with you guys, whether it was in my PBR cartoons thread …	21 Last	adam Nov 2015
What do you do to pay the bills? I'm sitting here at my desk about to start my day at a job that pays the bills, but I despise most days. I work at a well known tech company as a technical support advisor. I'm sure some of you have …	29 Last	rexus Nov 2015
Day of the Devs ( Double Fine & IAM8bit ) - Secret Legend It's been awhile since I posted anything-- so busy at work but anyways- I was at the Day of the Devs last nite and Secret Legend captured my attention. - this game looks great- check it out! htt…	1 Last	Ged Nov 2015
Free GTX 580 I have an Asus GTX 580 (nVidia) up for grabs. The person who wants it must pay shipping. Or if you're local, come and pick it up. I really want this to go to an artist in need. Getting it and tu…	4 Last	Lamont Nov 2015
The best way to upgrade without losing software? Hey peeps. I just received the prompt to upgrade to Windows 10 and thought to myself it was a good time for me to get legal(for my OS at least) . I have a bunch of softwares with their respective scr…	9 Last	LMP Nov 2015
Calling all Professionals - How did YOU get into the industry? Hi PolyCounters,Not sure whether this is the right place to post this or not (sorry if it isn't the right one).As a "soon to be graduate" young person , I will be leaving the comfort of my student li…	4 Last	Daew Nov 2015
How do you chose a color pallet for your style guide? Hello everyone. I've been looking at 2 games recently. Final Fantasy X and the latest Monster Hunter. I remember really being in love with the FFX colors in both the world and the characters. I never…	6 Last	Muzzoid Nov 2015
Any good resources for and aspiring Lighting Artist? (Maya/UE/Unity) Hello,I'm in my final year in college for a BA in Game Art and I want to focus my personal work on environment design. One thing that I'm most interested in (but am starting late seriously stud…	2 Last	xhi Nov 2015
Subreddits Are there any cool 3D art related subreddits? The only one I can find is one for digital tutors.	6 Last	Zimlorog Nov 2015
Cinema4D; what needs to change? For some of us, Cinema4D is favoured for its ingenious scene management system, ease of use, mograph capabilities, tag system for non-destructive workflows, rock-solid stability, excellent OSX suppor…	9 Last	phaedarus Nov 2015
Presenting portfolio work (characters in this case) in an engine like Unity/Unreal4 question. So far I've mainly used Marmoset or fancy photoshop tricks to render my work on my portfolio , but during the GDC lecture on portfiolio's it was mentioned that companies would like to see…	12 Last	almighty_gir Nov 2015
What keeps you going? So what keeps you motivated to pursue your goals towards going in the industry? For me it's just been rather hard recently to keep myself going when i hear how so many people just want to do 3D but f…	13 Last	dyf Nov 2015
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Looking for some racing graphics please, Also Top Gear Richard Hammond video editing on a Skyline? Looking for some racing reference footage. Any graphics you know of would be greatly appreciated, game trailers, games, showreels, films, hot-laps, real time, 3D animation and film.There was an …	0 Last	littleclaude Nov 2015
Halo 5 multiplayer texture and material issues. Has anyone else been noticing some really weird material issues in the halo 5 multiplayer. I remeber the beta looking great. Right now the characters in multiplayer are having some very strange roug…	5 Last	tadpole3159 Nov 2015