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Re: Game Shaders Volume 1 - Dota 2 [Released]
Hello Polycount Community Version 1.0.2 is on its way ! This is a small update, but you'll be able to say hello to our new little Unity friend inside an example scene included in the package. Game Shaders 1 - Dota 2 In this example you'll be able to take a look at a basic material setup and understand how to build… -
Re: specular maps and normal maps
I was thinking for about specuar maps and it occurred to me that use a texture could in some ways interefere with the specular look. For example a spec map would be used to make sure for example the beard line is not shiny (for a simple example) the cheeks nose etc would be normally be slightly shiny. Now using a texture ,… -
Re: dDo beta is OUT!
I Have some suggestions: - Patterns type 1: Patterns like layer styles (can be used for "details" effects within the alphas that are generated by Ddo. For example a custom grunge or scratch texture used as a fill for the Ddo detail. I believe these are being implemented in an upcoming version. - Patterns type 2: (Patterns… -
Re: Workflow Improvement Thread
well if you're going to thread-watch, then you get the consequences. yes, as i just said, i think you need to go back to thumbnails now. i posted my thumbnail example for a reason--compare them to your thumbnails from the first page of this thread. we're not talking silhouettes. silhouette thumbnailing is well and good,… -
Re: Toolbag 4 - Ray Traced Shadow Artefacts
@Sidney Eliot Generally speaking, these shadow issues are fundamental to all renderers, not specific to Toolbag. There are some tricks that can be done in raster rendering engines to soften shadow faceting somewhat, but as you note in the last part of your post it's a problem there too. The software can only render shadows… -
3ds Max/Maya necessary for a future job in the Industry ?
Hi guys, I'm working with Maya for a while now, but I feel a lack of new features with Autodesk's 2015 softs. When I see both modo or Blender, I think that these softs have a more promising future than 3ds Max for example. Meshfusion is a good example IMHO. This is just an amazing feature. And the economical aspect is… -
The custom node tutorial - Basics
Hi, in this one, I'm going to show you some basic usage of the "custom" expression in the material editor in Unreal Engine. For "additional" information, check out the following link: https://docs.unrealengine.com/latest/INT/Engine/Rendering/Materials/ExpressionReference/Custom/ Make sure, you noticed the limitations of… -
Looking for feedback on school application!
I'm applying to The Game Assembly this spring, aiming for the game art education. Looking for feedback/critiques on my application. For example, which is the weakest piece? Have a look! -
Re: Game art school .... yes another thread
I guess some of you failed to appreciate quality that came out of this places of higher learning even tho topics that contain 'recent graduate looking for advice and crit ' are very common So this ppl have done their diligence jumped through all the hoops to get a degree but don't have much to show for it without a single… -
3D Building and Prop Artist
To apply, Please PM me on Discord @ Finchy#5545 or Join our Newly Created Discord channel https://discord.gg/mjF2JSm Contracted – Paid We are seeking a talented environment artist to join our team in making great games. The ideal candidate will have some experience with next-gen asset creation, high poly/low poly modeling,…
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