What you'll learn

Familiarize with the user interface of ZBrush

Gather references on Pureref

Grasp the human anatomy and form in sculpting through miniatures

Create blockings to base our forms on

Get expertise on sculpting brushes and create your own ones

Optimize clothing and body via booleans and cutting

Apply materials and render the miniatures with various poses

Export models and render in Blender and Photoshop

Requirements

You have to have access to a copy of ZBrush.

Description

Step into the world of ZBrush as you embark on a journey to craft three miniature figures . Our Udemy course is your ticket to mastering the sculpting, material, and landscapes.Our instructor from Brazil, Celito Moura, has been working in the cinema industry since 2003 as a 3D artist, concept artist, storyboardist, texture artist, and art director. His clientele includes Cartoon Network, Napster, Banco do Brasil, and many others. Currently he is focused on the area of miniatures and collectibles. With his experience, this course is tailored for from beginners and experienced artists. You'll start by gaining a solid foundation in the principles of sculpting, clothing and anatomy.Throughout the course, you'll engage in a practical project designed to sharpen your skills and deepen your understanding of the creative process. By the end, you'll emerge with a portfolio-worthy environment, ready to showcase your talent and impress potential employers.Key topics include:Understanding the principles of sculptingNavigating ZBrush's robust toolset and featuresUsing and creating brushesPosing, finalizing, and optimizing your models for renderingExporting your miniature for productionTaking renders on Blender and PhotoshopWhether you're an enthusiast looking to break into the gaming industry or a professional seeking to refine your craft, this course offers invaluable insights and practical skills to elevate your character art.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Hello! It's me Celito

Lecture 3 What You Will Learn

Lecture 4 The Shapes

Lecture 5 The Gear

Lecture 6 Your Setup

Lecture 7 The Workflow

Lecture 8 Scales

Lecture 9 Miniatures and Figures

Section 2: Beginner Stage

Lecture 10 The Concept Idea

Lecture 11 The Subtools

Lecture 12 5 Secret Brushes

Lecture 13 First Steps

Lecture 14 ZBrush and Photoshop

Lecture 15 ZBrush Hotkeys

Lecture 16 Basic Shapes

Lecture 17 Happy Mistakes

Lecture 18 Sculpt Process 1

Lecture 19 Sculpt Process 2

Lecture 20 Sculpt Process 3

Lecture 21 Sculpt Process 4

Lecture 22 Third Shapes and First Details

Lecture 23 Create Your Own Brush

Lecture 24 The Base for the Miniature

Lecture 25 Rendering Time

Lecture 26 Export Time

Lecture 27 End of the Beginner Stage

Section 3: Intermediate Stage

Lecture 28 The Intermediate Concept

Lecture 29 Start Blocking

Lecture 30 Modeling Second Forms

Lecture 31 Blocking Second Form Details

Lecture 32 Detailing Forms

Lecture 33 Posing the Elements

Lecture 34 Starting Third Forms

Lecture 35 Detailing the Forms and Painting

Lecture 36 Boolean Time

Lecture 37 Exporting the Files

Lecture 38 Render Phases in Photoshop

Section 4: Advanced Stage

Lecture 39 The Advanced Concept

Lecture 40 Starting the Blocking

Lecture 41 Blocking the Secondary Forms

Lecture 42 Blocking the Details

Lecture 43 Detailing the Forms

Lecture 44 Posing Time

Lecture 45 Secondary Elements

Lecture 46 Posing and Blocking the Elements

Lecture 47 Starting Tertiary Forms

Lecture 48 Hands and Base

Lecture 49 Head and Hair

Lecture 50 Boolean Time

Lecture 51 Exporting the Files

Lecture 52 Rendering in Photoshop

Lecture 53 Rendering in Blender

Lecture 54 Wrap-up

Lecture 55 Extra: Tips and Tricks

This is a three level course. You can start with no previous experience or to sharpen your skills.