Jun 27, 2008

“Render tree ” by i3D Tutorials In this video, we will look at how to work with the subsurface scattering shader that comes with SOFTIMAGE|XSI. Learn how to use the render tree to setup and implement this useful and interesting shader to achieve a realistic look for soft translucent materials. We will be working on surfacing a jellyfish!...

Jun 26, 2008

“Hell Yeah! Making of” by Vaclav Krivanek Introduction Hello, I want to share with you the small making of my Hell Yeah! portrait of the devil. First I’ve start with simple base mesh in 3dsmax then I moved my model into ZBrush where fun starts.  3Dtutorials.sk recommendation: To maximise the realism of your 3D creatures we recommend using...

Jun 26, 2008

“Angie – 3D Photorealism Portrait Tutorials & Digital Art Lessons – Part 5 ” by Ralph Manis The Sky Lab and Rendering in Bryce 3D You can visit www.hdrskydome.com to get free samples of great HDR skies for better rendering purposes. The Sky Lab The Multiple ways to Open the Skylab 1 Click “Sky & Fog” then single click...

Jun 25, 2008

“Angie – 3D Photorealism Portrait Tutorials & Digital Art Lessons – Part 4 ” by Ralph Manis Body Textures, Background and Lighting 3Dtutorials.sk recommendation: To maximise the realism of your CG character we recommend using high quality photo references from the #1 reference website www.female-anatomy-for-artist.com Finishing Body...

Jun 7, 2008

“3D Compositing Guide – part2” by Simon Reeves This is the 2nd part of this guide, more ‘how’ than ‘what’ from the first part. I’ve just realised how long ago it was now when I wrote the first part nearly 6 months, time flies these days . Check the first part about the different passes you may want to use and why, here ....

May 28, 2008

“Making of Wolverine ” by Vikram I wanted a completed next-gen model for my show reel, and Wolverine is my favourite comic book character. So, I decided to make a game model of him. I chose this outfit for him, because I felt that among the numerous wolverine models, already done out there, none that I know of has this outfit and in the movies or in...