Express Introduction to 3D: From Zero to Render with Cinema 4D
A course by Zigor Samaniego , Illustrator and 3D Designer
Learn to create professional 3D renders from scratch
Venturing out into the world of 3D modeling can seem a little daunting at first. Luckily, Zigor Samaniego, an illustrator and designer specialized in 3D modeling and video-game graphics, is here to guide you as you take your first steps into this vast universe of endless possibilities.
In this course, learn to use the essential tools available in Cinema 4D with an easy-to-follow method and start creating captivating images right away.
This course goes hand in hand with 3D Animation for Non Animators with Cinema 4D and Creation of Characters with ZBrush and Cinema 4D, where Zigor helps you take your skills to the next level by teaching you how to design, model, and render your own characters and create animations for social media with Cinema 4D.
What will you learn in this online course?
22 lessons & 11 downloads
- 13,120 students
- 22 lessons (3h 48m)
- 11 additional resources (9 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe Photoshop
Cinema 4DWhat is this course's project?
Create a still-life promotional image bursting with color using DIY 3D scanning techniques and a portable photo studio.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Designers, animators, illustrators, and artists in general who want to journey out fearlessly into the world of 3D modeling.
Requirements and materials
To take this course, you need a sketchbook, a pencil, a camera, and a computer with Photoshop and Cinema 4D installed (no external render engine is required).
Zigor Samaniego
A course by Zigor Samaniego
In Zigor Samaniego's more-than-ten-year career as a 3D designer, he has had the opportunity to experiment in various branches of the discipline, from the creation of graphics for video games, advertising, and lettering pieces to character creation. Creatures from his personal project, which he regularly showcases on social media, have paved the way for him to work with clients such as Prada, Maxon, Nickelodeon, and Nestlé, among others.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Everything important about Cinema 4D in one hour
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Cinema 4D Interface - Part 1
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Cinema 4D Interface - Part 2
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Cinema 4D Interface - Part 3
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materials
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Where to get objects
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How the Domestika scenario works - Part 1
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How the Domestika scenario works - Part 2
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U3
Totem
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Sketch
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Modeling
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Render and materials
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Photoshop editing
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U4
Pet
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Sketch
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Modeling
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Materials and render
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Photoshop editing
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U5
Advertising image
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What is 3D scanning?
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Photograph the model
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From the photos to the computer
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DJ of the vertices
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Photoshop editing
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FP
Final project
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Express introduction to 3D: from scratch to render with Cinema 4D
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.
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Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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Certificates
PlusIf you're a Plus member, get a custom certificate signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.
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Get front-row seats
Videos of the highest quality, so you don't miss a single detail. With unlimited access, you can watch them as many times as you need to perfect your technique.
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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Connect with a global creative community
The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.
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Watch professionally produced courses
Domestika curates its teacher roster and produces every course in-house to ensure a high-quality online learning experience.
FAQs
What are Domestika's online courses?
Domestika courses are online classes that allow you to learn new skills and create incredible projects. All our courses include the opportunity to share your work with other students and/or teachers, creating an active learning community. We offer different formats:
Original Courses: Complete classes that combine videos, texts, and educational materials to complete a specific project from start to finish.
Basics Courses: Specialized training where you master specific software tools step by step.
Specialization Courses: Learning paths with various expert teachers on the same topic, perfect for becoming a specialist by learning from different approaches.
Guided Courses: Practical experiences ideal for directly acquiring specific skills.
Intensive Courses (Deep Dives): New creative processes based on artificial intelligence tools in an accessible format for in-depth and dynamic understanding.
When do the courses start and when do they finish?
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
What do Domestika's courses include?
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
Adobe Photoshop
Cinema 4D