Learn to design, model, and render highly detailed sci-fi environments with a stylized look using Arnold, Photoshop, and Cinema 4D
From movies and video games to illustrations and image renders, visual art has the power to transport us to another dimension. Calder Moore is a 3D artist who specializes in designing environments for those fictional worlds. He’s worked on projects across the animation and gaming industries and has collaborated with clients including Google, Wizards of the Coast, Atheris Entertainment, and The Royal Canadian Mint.
In this online course learn how to create 3D environment renders using Cinema 4D and Arnold. Explore shadows, textures, lighting, and color to build atmospheric sci-fi scenes with a stylized look. Invite viewers to explore your imagination with detailed works of digital art.
https://www.domestika.org/en/courses/114-3d-lettering-modelling-and-texturising-with-cinema-4d
Get started by learning more about Zigor's influences and work. Next, discover the creative process for adding texture as he shows you how to design furry, sculpted, or even cabaret-inspired letters. Collect graphic references that can help you prepare your final piece and master the different tools used for modeling, texturing, sculpting, lighting in Cinema 4D, and rendering with Octane Render. Then, explore the fundamentals of retouching and use Photoshop to get the most out of your final render. As an homage to ‘80s punk music, Zigor then shows you how to make a neon sign full of color that you can use as a reference to create your own. To wrap up the course, take a closer look at workflows with a state-of-the-art rendering software such as Octane Render as Zigor shares his own collection of free content and links that you can use in your work.
https://www.domestika.org/en/courses/2607-3d-character-creation-in-blender
Learn how to develop a unique 3D protagonist, from initial concept to final render, and bring it to life using Blender
“When it comes to telling a good story, it’s all in the characters!” says 3D designer Mohamed Chahin. When designing 3D worlds and the characters in them, his goal is to evoke a feeling in the viewer as well as create beautiful visuals. His captivating 3D creations have seen him produce work for several companies including Adobe, DDB Berlin, Yak & Co, and Virgin Voyages.
In this course, learn how to design your very own 3D character from scratch.
Understand the creation process, from coming up with the ideas for your protagonist to exploring the features in Blender to make it a reality. Discover how to model, add detail, and work with light and color. Introduce the characters of your imagination to the world, and have fun along the way.