Demo Reel Critique
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Hey everyone. My name is Eugene and I am a 3D modeler. I was hoping that I could get some feedback on my demo reel. I am currently working on new stuff and want to see how I can improve both my models and my future demo reels. Any and all comments are much appreciated.
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<p><a href="">2015 Spring Modeling Reel</a> from <a href="https://vimeo.com/user7517905">Eugene Michael</a> on <a href="https://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>
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Your work here is a good start.
Do you have a portfolio? If not I strongly suggest you create one.
Use Polycount's great folio guide/wiki:
http://wiki.polycount.com/wiki/Portfolio
I would suggest using ArtStation.
This is my personal opinion but a demo reel that shows no motion has no real substantial purpose. If you were set on having a video, instead of mood music perhaps narrate the video and describe specifics of your process, how long it took, what programs you used, etc. A 3D/prop/environment artist is better suited in having a portfolio in which contains various beauty shots of your work with texture breakdowns. Your portfolio should demonstrate and illustrate your knowledge of art creation and your knowledge of current technology/methods.
Specifically regarding critiques, You have two models unfinished and the ghost and tardis could be pushed further. It looks like your modeling skills are headed towards the right place.
I would suggest starting a new project and take that asset to the next level. I would suggest following the excellent Grenade tutorial made by Tim Bergholz. He utilizes 3DS Max but the program does not matter only the substance.
Grenade Tutorial by Bergholz:
Some great reference for PBR texturing:
http://www.marmoset.co/toolbag/learn/pbr-practice
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Fb9_KgCo0noxROKN4iT8ntTbx913e-t4Wc2nMRWPzNk/edit
http://blogs.unity3d.com/2015/02/18/working-with-physically-based-shading-a-practical-approach/
http://www.artisaverb.info/PBT.html
If you have any questions we are happy to help.
Look into using Marmoset Tool Bag 2 for your renders as it removes most of the hassle other rendering methods have.