3D Cartoon Characters: Model with ZBrush from Scratch
Creation of a mannequin
A course by Miguel Miranda , 3D Modeler
About the video: Creation of a mannequin
Overview
“In this lesson, I'll teach you how to create a basic mannequin so you can start working with any character. From basic geometries we will form the different parts of the anatomy.”
In this video lesson Miguel Miranda addresses the topic: Creation of a mannequin, which is part of the Domestika online course: 3D Cartoon Characters: Model with ZBrush from Scratch. Learn to create 3D cartoon characters from scratch, focusing on the artistic side of modeling to achieve volume, expression, and personality.
Partial transcription of the video
“Creation of a mannequin In this lesson we will create a mannequin with very basic geometric shapes. The best way to start a character is to know that the volumes of the body can be summarized in very simple volumes. Also, in Additional Resources, I'll give you a skeleton that I use for the characters so you can practice. I will show you. I will explain the easiest way to start making a design of any character, a 3D skeleton, composed with very simple parts with basic volumes. You already know that the fundamental thing is to be with the DynaMesh_Sphere, that, in this case, I had it saved. L...”
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Course summary for: 3D Cartoon Characters: Model with ZBrush from Scratch
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Category
3D & Animation -
Software
Adobe Photoshop, ZBrush -
Areas
3D, 3D Character Design, 3D Design, 3D Modeling, Character Design

Miguel Miranda
A course by Miguel Miranda
Miguel Miranda has been a 3D artist for the past ten years, specializing in 3D character creation. He has modeled characters for advertising, film, video game cinematics, video games, and cartoons.
Throughout his career, he has worked for various studios and currently works as a modeler at 23lunes Animation Studio and on privately commissioned projects.
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