3D Character Modelling with Cinema 4D for Beginners

Modelling the Leaves

A course by Luke Doyle , CG Lead and Art Director

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About the video: Modelling the Leaves

Overview

“Starting with a simple Box Primitive, in this lesson, we will see how to manipulate vertex points to shape them into our desired leaf. ”

In this video lesson Luke Doyle addresses the topic: Modelling the Leaves, which is part of the Domestika online course: 3D Character Modelling with Cinema 4D for Beginners. Learn basic modeling techniques to create playful characters filled with texture, light, and detail using the Redshift plug-in.

Partial transcription of the video

“ Modelling the Leaves In this lesson, we'll utilise box modelling to start modelling the leaves for our character. Let's get started. I've already imported my reference. Let's start by creating a disc. It's massive, so let's reduce that to around 2 cm. We want fewer points to move, so let's change the segments to 12. Let's convert that to a polygon and add a central cut. Now, let's start moving our points. We'll only do one side because we can mirror it. We don't want it exact but a round shape, so let's add a subdivision surface. It's not too bad. You can select these right vertices, dele...”

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Course summary for: 3D Character Modelling with Cinema 4D for Beginners

  • Level: Beginner
  • 88% positive reviews (24)
  • 855 students
  • 4 units
  • 22 lessons (4h 25m)
  • 10 downloads
  • Category

    3D & Animation
  • Software

    Cinema 4D, Redshift Render
  • Areas

    3D, 3D Character Design, 3D Modeling

Luke Doyle

Luke Doyle
A course by Luke Doyle

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CG Lead and Art Director

Luke Doyle is a CG Lead and Art Director based in London. He started sketching at a young age and has been working in 3D modeling since he was 15 years old. He later went on to study for a degree in animation at the University of Wales. In his current role, he works with directors and creatives to bring 3D characters and environments to life on screen. He works on every stage of the production process, from modeling and rigging to animating and rendering, using the world around him as inspiration.

Luke has created unique worlds and engaging characters for the likes of E4, Marie Curie, and Spotify. He also regularly shares his latest work and passion projects with over 40K followers on Instagram.


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3D Character Modelling with Cinema 4D for Beginners. 3D, and Animation course by Luke Doyle

3D Character Modelling with Cinema 4D for Beginners

A course by Luke Doyle
CG Lead and Art Director. London, United Kingdom.
Joined September 2020
  • 88% positive reviews (24)
  • 855 students