I'm also having the alpha issue. Does anyone know if it'll have the same issue in the loadout when submitted? Anyway, I fixed the issue that I was having with not being able to compile my model to a .mdl a while back. Apparently, I just had to rename all of the .smds, becuase they had "ACT_" in front of them. Apparently,…
I started working on a Sven Sword (yes there are plenty already but I thought it would be an easier way to start). It is my first project on 3d modelling and I already face a couple of questions. I am using blender for the model and photoshop for the textures. Since I have to bind my weapon to a specific bone I am confused…
Of course - 3d painting is fun, and in some cases can lead to interesting results. But this doesn't cover the core principles of design : you have to know the goal that you are aiming for before achieving it, and you need to be able to explain your design decisions accordingly. Why is the wooden element so dark and…
I do feel that the community will benefit greatly if Valve decided to comment on items that meet a certain statistic (say 95% like, 500+ ratings). I've recently gotten great feedback from them (fixing blends between fire and ice on jakiro ward as well as better animations, updates on texture for a courier im doing) and it…
Ah thanks for the clarification! I know I remind people every time this topic comes up but I feel it's an important piece of info for those not in the know. In the UK at least, you will still need to register as self-employed and pay UK taxes on what you receive from Valve. The EIN/ITIN ONLY stops/reduces the US tax,…
I like most of it, just not the cap. Everything else is seems to have a good amount of detail, and that's just really flat with a lot of straight lines. It doesn't seem to work with your overall design. I'm not sure how to go about changing it to keep the same look, but perhaps all it needs is a good texture. EDIT: If you…
@Tvidotto: I was kind of trying to even out the amount of armour each side got, so the bevor got stuck on the right because I figured the shoulder pad would offer protection by itself. To dispel any future disdain, I only did these paint-overs out of boredom, I'm not planning to model them (if someone does like the ideas…
I also really like this attitude. There really is something special about making these items, whether or not they go in. Despite having worked in the industry for a few years, it's a thrill to be able to interact and get instant feedback from the community. Industry secrecy has always meant waiting long stretches of time…
@BounchFX/ Helenk/ Pior etc - AMAZING work on that set guys. The quality is amazing and the amount of talent and hard work really shines through! Upvoted for sure. Anybody had this problem when submitting items before? After pressing the SUBMIT button it takes me to a page displaying the error: Sorry! An error was…
I dont think Valve is completely ignoring everyone, a lot of sets get in from unknown artist. There is a bubble ofcourse, but those outside the bubble also get stuff accepted... I think this whole fairness thing is going to have the same outcome as it is now. I think the whole fariness thing worked before, but it wont work…