how can i make my 3d models look realistic?

zed99k1

hi guys I am new to this forum and I've been 3d modeling for 2 months,
i tried to learn from tutorials on youtube but most of the tutorials that I've found don't teach you the theory behind it (if there is any).

English is not my first language, please excuse the typing errors

NAIMA

What you mean by realistic? and are you modeling high poly or low poly?

zed99k1

I mean high poly and by realistic i mean accurate and true to life

Daf57

Do you mean the modeling or the texturing or the whole package? I think you will find that your ability to create realistic pieces is tied in with your experience. At this point, just 2 months in, you just don't have the skills yet. Be patient, do the tutorials, watch videos, practice  - you will see improvement.

zed99k1

thank you

Bartalon

A nice rule of thumb for high poly modeling is to model your subject matter in a way that reflects how that thing would be manufactured in real life.  So if you are modeling a computer mouse, for example, the buttons, roller, switches, compartment covers, batteries/cords, grommets, optical lens, screws, etc. would all be separate pieces (models).  This helps keep your overall polygon density light in areas with less detail and therefore easier to work with.  This method also allows for as much detail as you want since you are able to quickly add or subtract geometry to make room for new content.

However, when it comes to super-fine details such as textured/patterned rubber or brushed metal, that will be something you accomplish either in zbrush or with your texturing package.

Doing the weekly hard surface challenges can help your eye for detail as well as your command of edge flow.  It's not the only way to improve, but if you're looking for some ideas they're already laid out for you. 

http://polycount.com/discussion/129938/week-8-the-weekly-hard-surface-challenge/p1
http://polycount.com/discussion/132146/week-40-the-weekly-hard-surface-challenge/p1

zed99k1

and yeah i mean texturing an modelling

zed99k1

thanks Bartalon