ZBrush: Modeling of a Stylized Character
A course by Javier Benver , Designer and 3D Modeler
Create a female character from scratch using ZBrush. Master the tools of this 3D modeling software.
Create a female character from scratch using ZBrush. Master the tools of this 3D modeling software.
Discover the art of 3D character modeling with a focus on stylized and cartoon styles, guided by Javier Benver.
Using ZBrush, you’ll delve into how this software serves as a powerful tool for artists, offering flexibility and deep creative exploration. You will learn to develop your own creative process to design female characters with personality and charm.
From gathering references to detailed modeling of faces, clothing, and accessories, you will master various techniques and approaches to create three-dimensional characters that capture essence and emotion.
What will you learn in this online course?
34 lessons & 25 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (20)
- 1,263 students
- 34 lessons (7h 38m)
- 25 additional resources (7 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Intermediate
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
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ZBrushWhat is this course's project?
The final project involves modeling a cartoon-style female character using ZBrush, taking you from the initial concept to the final render. This character will stand out for its unique personality and design, utilizing the modeling, texturing, and coloring techniques learned throughout the course.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Designed for digital artists, illustrators, and anyone interested in 3D modeling, especially those looking to explore and refine their skills in creating stylized and cartoon characters. You'll incorporate advanced modeling and texturing techniques into your creative toolkit.
Requirements and materials
Basic knowledge of digital modeling is required. Additionally, you'll need access to ZBrush for modeling and texturing, as well as Photoshop or Maya for rendering and final editing processes.
Reviews
A course by Javier Benver
Javier Benítez, known in the digital world as Javier Benver, is a renowned 3D character modeler and designer with a notable career in the video game, virtual reality, advertising, and animation industries.
His passion for illustration and designing female characters began in his childhood, inspired by cartoons and anime. This passion has evolved over the years, leading him to collaborate with well-known companies such as Studio Kimchi and Darkurri.
Throughout his career, Javier has developed a unique skill for creating visually appealing and stylized representations, blending his expertise in both 2D and 3D to produce works with a distinctive personality and style.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Preparation
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Search for references and creation of a mood board
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The ZBrush interface
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Creation process through prior blocking
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U3
Start modeling
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Creating a total body blocking 1
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Creating a total body blocking 2
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Blocking working the face 1
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Blocking working the face 2
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Character pose with Transpose Master
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U4
The details
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Model the character
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Low Poly Mesh
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Body detail 1
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Body detail 2
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Detail of side 1
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Detailed side 2
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U5
Creation of clothing and accessories
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The jersey 1
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The sweater 2
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The pants: the pieces
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The pants: the details 1
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The pants: the details 2
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Sneakers
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Cup
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U6
Hair and color creation
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Hair creation with our own brush
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Creation of hair by applying the brush on the model
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Color with Polypaint in ZBrush 1
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Color with Polypaint in ZBrush 2
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U7
Model posing and render
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Blend Shapes 1
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Blend Shapes 2
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The pose: creating impact 1
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The pose: creating impact 2
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Posing: achieving the desired pose
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Final adjustments
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Render and composition
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FP
Final project
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3D character modeling with ZBrush
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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shirosame7
The best way to learn 3d that ive seen!
torres_garcia
Muy buen curso. Lo recomiendo!!!
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kevindani
Great course A+
cieltris
Excelente curso para aprender el profesor explica todo bien
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Excelente curso para aprender nuevas formas de modelado!
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