Artstation - Michael Cauchi - John Singer Sargent Modeling

Artstation - Michael Cauchi - John Singer Sargent Modeling

Audio: English | Instructor: Michael Cauchi | Duration: 80 Hours | 35 Lessons

Go beyond simple imitation and truly learn from a master with our "Digital Sargent" course, a deep dive into the art of creating soulful, realistic 3D portraits. This masterclass is inspired by the breathtaking digital recreation of the renowned American painter, John Singer Sargent. You will follow a professional pipeline to understand not just how to model a face, but how to imbue it with the life, character, and painterly quality that made Sargent’s work timeless.

This intensive workshop chronicles the entire creation process, from sculpting a likeness in ZBrush from a single sphere to the final cinematic render. You will learn to master the complex interplay between anatomy and personality, capturing the subtle details that define an individual. The course covers a full suite of industry-standard software, including Maya for modeling, Mari for intricate texture painting, and Yeti for creating hyper-realistic hair and grooming. Special focus is given to advanced eye creation, teaching you how to build anatomically correct eyes that reflect emotion and light with stunning realism.
The final modules guide you through lighting and rendering in Arnold and Katana, with compositing in Nuke to achieve that final, polished look. This is your opportunity to deconstruct the workflow of a master digital artist and learn to apply classical art principles in a modern 3D pipeline. Enroll in this course to transform your digital portraits from static models into profound, character-driven works of art.