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Re: Maya - how to achieve smooth clean curved surface
Edit edge flow, Slide edge and Edge constraints will help you a lot with maintaining nice curvature. But I suggest you to study other peoples topology. Also theres a thread already for this https://polycount.com/discussion/56014/how-the-f-do-i-model-this-reply-for-help-with-specific-shapes-post-attempt-before-asking#latest -
Re: X-Com Rifle
Hey man are you modelling from reference by any chance? Would it be possible to see the reference? I hate to be that guy but your edges are really sharp. It may be a combination of your edge loops being too close to the edge you are hardening, and your render set up. I think this would be a good move to get better baking… -
Re: stylized stone floor texture
Okay, so.You used too much edge highlighting. And dark shades inside those highlights, so currently it looks like the edges are "extruded".First, choose the light's direction.Then paint shadows compared to this.Then paint a little lighting compared to this.Again, your edges are too highlighted or what and doesnt shows any… -
Re: Are normal maps always necessary?
three are no sharp edges in real life. That's the main reason I can see for making a HP of the kind of model you've got there. All edges have a slight curve to them which catches light in a certain way- otherwise it'd be razor-edged on each side! The HP and bake will reflect this. It might seem subtle but the result to the… -
Re: [WIP] Scrapyard Claw (UDK)
Good job man. The only thing I would say is to ease up on some of the edge control you have. Some of your edges are extremely tight, exaggerate them a little more for better a better normals map. I only notice one part of your claw that has soft edges, so have that idea in mind. -
Re: Specular highlight not lining up between modular meshes?
There's probably ways to reduce how apparent it is by getting finicky with your modeling and adding extra edge loops but, but it'll only reduce it not solve it. Your best bet is really to hide the seam, so instead of splitting in the middle of a tile like that split where the flat edge meets the rounded edge and come up… -
Re: Character WIP Critique please
Looks good, but the one thing I notice is that the edges for most of the detailing is mostly softer than I would expect, especially from the metallic parts. Everything seems to have this same soft edge width; its about contrast and such, hard surfaces have harder edges and softer surfaces will be softer, with some… -
Re: Smith & Wesson Gun
Your edges are really sharp. While machined edges are really sharp in real life and that looks great in the HP, it won't catch the light at all once baked down into the LP due to aliasing. Loosen up/smooth some of those edges and you'll have really good normals to work with when you finally bake it. Good work! :) -
Re: Monthly Community Noob Challenge June 2014 (20)
The falloff of the glow is way too sharp in my opinion, it would look a lot more natural with a softer falloff. The glow effect itself is way too strong as well. Edges with harsh angles (say >60 degrees) should have a hard edge or smoothing group split. Other than those edges you want the rest smoothed. -
Re: ADN Modeler Tools : Smart modeling scripts for Maya
Actually, what's that you're using in the video to display hard edges? I've been meaning to add a single checkbox to my edge MM to toggle the display and selection constraint for hard edges like that but haven't gotten to it yet. So on account of my laziness, I'd also like this. Also, I really appreciate that command list…
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