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BioShock Movie look development was looking great. BioShock Movie look development was looking great. The Cancelled BioShock Movie At Least Looked The Part [url]http://kotaku.com/the-cancelled-bioshock-movie-at-least-looked-the-part-1676576832?utm_c…	0 Last	littleclaude Jan 2015
similar to the polycounts legendary Recaps Andrew Price just sent a Newsletter with some very nice blender shots, you may enjoy... I like the "17. Plunder Pirates by Dan MN" most :D I wish u all an even better Year 2015 :P And thanks to all…	1 Last	Eric Chadwick Dec 2014
NVIDIA Shield Tablet - Built in Pressure control A friend of mine got this for xmas, so I was playing around with it. I thought I`d pass it along, as I have seen several different threads asking about tablets for drawing and such. I was only able t…	6 Last	iadagraca Dec 2014
Substance Designer - Steam Community's Choice Hey all, I looked for a thread, but didn't see one. I was informed this morning by a colleague that Substance Designer is on sale on Steam right now for 40% off. It's also part of the Community's Ch…	9 Last	avenali312 Dec 2014
Making Characters for Stores / How Plausible ? Yo mates. Before everything Merry Kurisimasu desuu :D [IMG]http://i.imgur.com/1vOaiCS.jpg[/IMG] I have been working on a character set for Marketplace and was hoping to keeping that up for th…	6 Last	Neox Dec 2014
tdu :: PhotoReal Lighting Starts This Monday! [img]http://td-u.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/prl_coursepage.jpg[/img] [url]http://td-u.com/photoreal-lighting/[/url] January 5 - March 2, 2015 COURSE OVERVIEW When working on a photorealistic pr…	0 Last	tdu Dec 2014
Closed Problem with Normal map Zbrush Zremesher 3D scan Copypasta from: http://forum.cgpers	0 Last	Jonathan85 Dec 2014
Closed SC2 Modeling and Texturing pipeline (about 6hrs video)	0 Last	ahtiandr Dec 2014
advice on work for portfolio I am working on my portfolio for a 3d generalist position. If I have work demonstrating, modeling, textureing, and rigging already is it necessary for it to all be the same character model? For examp…	4 Last	RaptorCWS Dec 2014
For the Environment Artists... Scificorridorarchive.com So... I just found this website... and I had to share it. [URL="http://scificorridorarchive.com/"]scificorridorarchive.com[/URL]	7 Last	AkiRa Dec 2014
Problems with Communication... EDIT: Sorry, computer froze and accidentally subbed an empty thread! I had a quick scan through the threads already but I couldn't find any relevant discussions, so apologies if this has already bee…	13 Last	Mike8917 Dec 2014
Closed unreal4 landscape best practice	0 Last	littleclaude Dec 2014
Selling Selling Octane Render Standalone & C4D Plugin Hi all, I'm selling my Octane Render license, which includes the standalone and Cinema 4D plugin. Asking 285 euros (approx. $376). This license is version 1x only, but you will save about $57 even af…	4 Last	TerryVFX Dec 2014
Gimp Dev Version 2.9 now has up to 64 bit image precision [url]http://www.webupd8.org/2013/10/gimp-29-210-development-builds.html[/url]	4 Last	planaria Dec 2014
Well boys... Tomorrow, I marry... Well, the time has finally come... Its time to grow up! So, I've put aside my tablet, closed Max, stopped looking at pictures of dilapidated old buildings, and started to shit myself! Tomorrow... I …	31 Last	Torch Dec 2014
Game Jams and 3D artists As a desperate attempt at socializing, I decided to sign up to an upcoming Game Jam. Then it hit me.... As a 3D artist, can I really contribute much? Creating good looking assets usually takes time,…	7 Last	glottis8 Dec 2014
A great non custom computer desktop? Well it happened. My computer at home broke down, not worth to fix it, and now I'm looking for a new one mainly for working with 3d stuff asap I'm a complete newbie when it comes to hardware specs …	17 Last	EarthQuake Dec 2014
Far Cry 4 Co-op Question I have an xbox one, but my brother has an Xbox 360. Is it possible to play co-op, or do we both have to be on the same gen system to play co op? Thank you.	2 Last	Greg DAlessandro Dec 2014
Any Other "Big" Engines Comin' Hello mates. I am about to migrate from CryEngine these days. Plan is to drop it completely before Christmas. The only option is Unreal Engine 4. But "currently" it lacks a reliable and high qua…	70 Last	ZacD Dec 2014
Pixel Patrons Board of Awesomeness 2014! What an amazing year of discovery! At the beginning of this year I discovered pintrest. After a few days of saving a few images I was hooked and instead of my usual "inspiration folder" clogging up m…	2 Last	pixelpatron Dec 2014
Different styles for different mediums? hey guys! Ive been thinking lately about my taste and style as an artist, and realized I do compleatly different things depending on what medium I use. 3D: cartoony fantasy stuff Digital …	2 Last	lotet Dec 2014
Am I overcharging for Art Assets: Freelance Question Can I email anyone who's freelanced before about whether I am crunching my numbers incorrectly and overcharging people for assets? I've been on hourly since Uni ended a year ago, so I have no contex…	32 Last	michalczyk Dec 2014
3D education around Halifax(Canada) Hello guys,I'm about to move to Halifax in Canada and i wanted to know if there is a good university in Halifax or nearby to study Gamedesig/Computer science I'm willing to drive one or two hours to …	6 Last	passerby Dec 2014
best laptop for 3d design, realtime work. Asus g751jy or msi gt72, or ? ASUS: [url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA4P028W0028&FM=1[/url] MSI: [url]http://www.ibuypower.com/Store/MSI-GT72-Dominator-Pro-Gaming-Laptop[/url] originally i wanted to get a…	3 Last	Travis C Dec 2014
Will 3D scans ever become the norm? I find them to be fantastic reference, but I wonder if in the future, most studios will just cut out the middle-man and scan actors? Then all that needs to be done is retopology and texturing. What…	22 Last	Stirls Dec 2014
Intro to Digital Rendering Class - with Jason Scheier!! Spring 2015 [URL="http://www.brainstormschool.com"][IMG]http://img.ymlp.com/f31p_f31ptest1_1.jpg[/IMG] [/URL] [URL="http://brainstormschool.com/portfolio/classes/ps_sp15/"][IMG]http://thumbnail.ymlp.com/f31p_Int…	0 Last	BrainstormSchool Dec 2014
Exchange Student Hey guys. I'm a student who's going on a exchange program at my college in the next month. I'll be going to City University at Hong Kong in China, first time out of United States. Nervous and excited…	1 Last	Brian "Panda" Choi Dec 2014
Ergonomic Office Chair Hey guys, I am looking for a new office chair as the one I am using at the moment sucks. I was thinking of getting one of those ergonomic chairs but I don't really know what to go for, they all see…	17 Last	ComatoriuM Dec 2014
MERRY CHRISTMAS POLYCOUNT!!! Yea, i know its the 24th, but i wont be here tomorrow, soooo.... MERRY XMAS EVERYONE!! best wishes, much happiness and a wonderful 2015 to everybody. lots of coca cola.	31 Last	weiswayne Dec 2014
Happy birthday Geezus! You old geezer! Double presents, amirite? Happy birthday man! [IMG]http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_9tfoFUXhNCY/SyapZYFX35I/AAAAAAAAAQU/i5RrOr33BXM/s400/jesus03.jpg[/IMG]	1 Last	MrHobo Dec 2014
Uartsy is doing free workshops with 12 days of Xmas :) Just saw this and it's awesome, don't miss out :) new stuff given away everyday up until xmas apparently :) [url]https://www.uartsy.com[/url] Code for today - 12days1jp Today's is Relaxed Pose: Sc…	27 Last	The Rizzler Dec 2014
Substance Painter - .nif files Hello I was trying to google something on Substance Painter and re-texturing Skyrim Armors and weapons. Substance Painter was on sell on steam and I got it, but I am unsure if I can use it. Wondering…	9 Last	claydough Dec 2014
Control your fav 3D App with your feet ? As 3D modeller and organ player i find this concept is very interesting its like a 3D Connexion for your feet. [URL="https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/3drudder-feet-based-3d-navigation-controller"]…	6 Last	Octo Dec 2014
MapCore's Quake 3 15th Anniversary Contest On December 2nd Quake 3 will celebrate its 15th anniversary. Many people have a soft spot for this classic so instead of neglecting this anniversary we want to pay tribute to this amazing game. For t…	11 Last	pior Dec 2014
Games Polygon count in the future? I am following a project to see where will it go. It's a mmo while they plan on creating the nerve gear from sword art online. They plan on releasing the game in year 2022. I can see some of the 3d …	51 Last	yodude87 Dec 2014
Favorite programs for everything? What are your favorite programs for the following? Mine are: Modeling: Modo Sculpting: Zbrush Retopo: 3D Coat Unwrapping: Modo Rigging: Maya Animating: Maya Texturing: Substance D…	29 Last	Saf Dec 2014
Survey for Artist Salaries Hey everyone! I don't know how easy/hard it is in other countries to get a rough idea of how much someone can earn in this industry, but in Germany it's really hard to get some hint on how much you …	41 Last	Spoon Dec 2014
DAVE School: Berona's War Game This marks the first official DAVE School Game Program production. The School just graduated it's first group of game production students and this was their final project: [URL="https://vimeo.com/11…	0 Last	WilliamVaughan Dec 2014
MODO: Pushing Points Toolkit The Pushing Points Toolkit is a collection of scripts (currently includes 31 tools) that I have created to help increase efficiency when working in MODO by speeding up given modeling tasks as well a…	6 Last	Spoon Dec 2014
Good game art colleges? I'm currently a freshman majoring in Game art at Ringling college in Sarasota FL. Not really doing well, because in order to get through the freshman year your drawing skills have to be at a very hig…	15 Last	Eric Chadwick Dec 2014
Closed Does the guy that came up with the trademark symbol get cash everytime it gets used? ?	2 Last	adam Dec 2014
Substance Desinger. Toughts ? Hey mates. I became interested in Substance Designer after a suggestion on hangout. And I see there is a %40 sale in Steam today. Of course I read up the Steam reviews. I wanted to ask about exp…	12 Last	AshuraDX Dec 2014
Mixamo Fuse Anyone else using [URL="http://store.steampowered.com/app/257400/"]this[/URL]? I got it off Steam for the current Christmas sale they have going on. My intention was to use it for rapid concepting/pr…	6 Last	Zack Maxwell Dec 2014
Hardware problem - BSOD BBCode 116 - HALP O_O Hey guys, really needs help with this Im having really hard time with my pc lately, i get crashes all the time mostly with using 3D softwares or games I have a workstation based pc Board - Asus z9…	44 Last	beefaroni Dec 2014
for pixel arts enthusiasts - Game Maker Engine [url]https://www.yoyogames.com/studio[/url] So I came across this last night while I was looking for some pixel art tutorials. This seems ideal for indie games, this and na game studio.	18 Last	DrunkShaman Dec 2014
Sketchfab is giving out free PRO accounts for getting people to sign up In case you missed the email. [URL="http://r.sketchfab.com/nl/0vs1/s6uhl.html?a=dffwu5&b=1e90b1a6&c=0vs1&d=37805dfa&e=ed7eea46&email=iadagraca%40gmail.com"]Here's the email i got[/URL] [URL="http:…	10 Last	Zack Maxwell Dec 2014
Temple Tap, Finally out and ready to purchase!! Hey Everyone! Many of you who know me , know I have been working on releasing our first game ever! I am happy to say that Temple Tap is finally out and ready for purchase! Please If you have a Ipho…	14 Last	seforin Dec 2014
Best app for tileable sculpting? I've yet to find any kind of workflow for creating normal maps through sculpting, and this is one aspect I find utterly lacking in a lot of programs. Is Zbrush still the best option? I seem to recall…	12 Last	Fuiosg Dec 2014
Closed Help & Feedback Please?	0 Last	seandxyz Dec 2014
Dreaming vs Doing probably one of the most motivational things you'll ever see. [img]http://i.imgur.com/xWzjHUQ.jpg[/img]	51 Last	ExcessiveZero Dec 2014