Lynda - Modeling a Female Android in ZBrush with Ryan Kittleson

Modeling a Female Android in ZBrush

4h 10m Beginner Dec 17, 2013

Androids started appearing in science fiction over a hundred years ago, and have since evolved from robotic machines into more fully humanoid shapes. With modern 3D modeling tools like ZBrush, it's easier than ever to create a realistic looking android that bridges the divide between man (or woman) and machine. In this course, Ryan Kittleson teaches you how to model a female android with ZBrush's powerful modeling and sculpting tools. He shows how to start with a basic model and refine and stylize the anatomy. Then you'll learn how to concept machine-inspired parts like vents and wheels; create clean, hard edges; refine delicate areas like hands, feet, and joints; and add finishing details like seams. In the end, you'll put the android into an action pose and create a rendered turntable video that shows off your model.

Topics include:

• Gathering reference materials

• Getting a base model

• Stylizing the android's body

• Exploring design concepts

• Making pivoting joints

• Creating precise mechanical shapes

• Adding thickness to panels with Panel Loops

• Making a foot with DynaMesh

• Making a tire with radial symmetry

• Reducing polygons with Decimation Master

• Preparing for rigging and posing

• Applying materials