Character Modeling with Maya and Zbrush: Professional Polygonal Modeling Techniques [With DVD]

By Jason Patnode

Create believable CG character models with this unique book and downloadable resource package. The stunning color images show just what you can achieve, and the detailed step-by-step tutorials show exactly how to achieve them. Every technique and tip is backed up with practical tutorials, using the models, textures and video on the downloadable resources to offer a crash course to this vital skill. Jason Patnode takes you from low to high-resolution modeling - helping you span the gap between game and film industry skills. Based on Maya 2008 and ZBrush 3.0. You'll learn: Pipeline and modeling guidelines . Overview of Maya . Introduction to ZBrush modeling . Concept art . Anatomy . Creating a video game character . Creating a hyper-real character . Creating a photo-real character . UVs and texturing . How to create a demo reel

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0240520343
• ISBN13: 9780240520346
• Release Date: January 2008
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 2.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.4" x 9.8"