3D modelling

Description:

During the Advanced Tools for 3D Modeling course, we will teach everything necessary for students to have a solid foundation (technical and artistic) that will allow them to carry out the process of creating high-level 3D characters, accessories, and environments with complete confidence.

Type Subject

Tercer - Obligatoria

Semester

First

Course

Credits

5.00

Professors

Albert Vivó Cuesta

Previous Knowledge:

Basic knowledge of character and asset modeling with any 3D app.

Objectives:

Preparation of one or seven complete models. In this case, it will be a bipedal or quadrupedal character with some props or objects, taking into account important aspects such as topology, the character's pose for production (T-pose/A-pose), and the aesthetic appearance (appeal) appropriate to its characteristics. Refine your knowledge of Maya/Blender's internal modeling tools (retopology, UVs, etc.) and become fluent in using the software. Acquire basic knowledge of ZBrush. Learn different techniques for creating hair (grooming), whether human or animal (fur), to apply to the character.

Contents:

Modeling tools: 1. Zbrush UI Digital sculpting. Brushes. UVs 2. Maya/Blender Advanced modeling Retopology UVs.

Methodology:

The course is based on a main project: the creation of a complete original character for a 3D production, either animation or VFX.

Throughout this process, students will submit regular (and graded) assignments to demonstrate their acquisition and integration of the knowledge presented in class, and above all, to track their progress from the beginning.

Evaluation:

There are six exercises in continuous assessment mode.

Evaluation Criteria:

Basic Bibliography:

BOOKS

Anatomy

- Richer, P. (1998). Artistic Anatomy. Practical Art Books.

- Ellenberger, W. (1966). An Atlas of Animal Anatomy for Artists. Dover Anatomy for Artists.

- Delavier, F. (2010). Strength Training Anatomy.

- Delavier, F., Clemenceau, J.P., Gundill, M. (2011). Delaviers Stretching Anatomy.

Topology

- Osipa, J. (2010). Stop Staring: Facial Modeling and Animation Done Right.