Here's a character I've been working on lately, it's still a work in progress, so I could use some critique on him. I think I've been staring at it for so long that at this point I don't know how to proceed 0_o Any sort of feedback would be awesome!!! It's based on the concept by Alvin Ho, an alum of FZD…
Hey guys! Wondering what techniques everyone has been using for blending two normal maps together- and if anyone out there prefers using both normal and height maps over blending normals. Basically, I know there are a variety of different ways you can blend normals together, some more arbitrary than others. This blog here…
So i finished modelling my rifle model and because i dont want to texture it, im planning to use default materials within maya, i still want to achieve believable renders. Somewhat like this http://thebadpanda2.deviantart.com/art/Kriss-Super-V-SMG-269280996?q=favby%3AKHM3dia%2F56263154&qo=40…
When I import an object from max to zbrush, for some reason whenever I rotate or move the object it leaves a "trail" behind it. As seen in the simple imported cube below. Any idea what could be causing this? Below is a standard primitive cube created in max imported into zbrush. Interestingly, if I hit cntrl+n it will…
Dear Community! I have just updated my reel for my website, and I would like to receive criticism on a few things! So anyone kind enough to step up will receive my appreciation (whatever that may be worth, haha.) I am going to share a brief background on myself below so if you’re uninterested in my life and want to head on…
I had started this for a capstone project last year before I graduated. I don't see myself going any further in developing it in the near future, but if anyone wants to play with it you're welcome to. Just consider it version 0. https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/26338627/Capstone.rar Edit: I'm dumb. I forgot to mention…
Hey guys, My name is Marcus Jackson and I'm a Character Artist looking to break into the videogame industry. I've been a big console gamer since the Atari 2600. I plan to become an active member of your community both giving and accepting critique as much as possible. Anyways, glad to be here among a group of such talented…
My turn to start such a thread. I cant wait any longer for Bulldozer. Need something for meantime and portability after I get a new desktop eventually. So since just had bday, treating self. Want: Minimums CPU Min: I5 Graphics Card: DX 11 with 1 gig BELOW 90th mark on Benchmarks…
i'm building myself a new rig that will double between gaming and music studio, also the ocasional art. trying to keep it on the line of old enough to not be crazy expensive, new enough to still play whatever i want. heres what i'm thinking so far, GIGABYTE GA-P67A-UD5-B3 LGA 1155 mother board (the T.I. firewire chipset is…
Hi everyone, I'm finishing off this piece. Any critiques or suggestions would be appreciated. 26,000 tris 2k diffuse, normal & spec map 1k/512 mipmaps Zbrush, Maya, 3D coat, Mari Rendered in Marmoset & UDK Fully Rigged for animation