The Ultimate Guide for Creating Handpainted 3D Models - Modeling-Sculpting + Texture Painting

Learn the complete process of creating handpainted 3D character models in this comprehensive 4.5-hour video tutorial. Master the art of stylized character creation, from initial concept to final presentation, with expert guidance on references, blocking out, modeling, sculpting, texturing, and more. Gain in-depth knowledge of essential software tools including zBrush, Photoshop, 3D Coat, TopoGun, and Maya. Follow along as the instructor breaks down each step of the workflow, making handpainting techniques accessible and less intimidating for artists of all skill levels. Explore topics such as stylized art principles, reference gathering, shape modeling, retopology, UV layouts, map baking, and color application to elevate your 3D character creation skills.

- 3D Coloring Book
- Intro
- Our Aim
- Let's Talk about Stylized Art
- Gathering References
- Block Out
- Modeling the Big Shapes
- Modeling the Smaller Shapes
- The Final Sculpt
- Retopology
- UV Layouts
- Baking your Maps
- Photoshop Combining AO
- 3D Coat AO Clean up and Greyscale Painting!
- Gradient Maps
- Final Color