Realistic 3D Portraits with ZBrush and KeyShot

Course final project

A course by Davide Sasselli , 3D Character Modeler

3D Character Modeler. London, United Kingdom.
Joined September 2021
99% positive reviews (70)
2,848 students
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About the final project for: Realistic 3D Portraits with ZBrush and KeyShot

Realistic 3D Portraits with ZBrush and KeyShot

“We have reached the end of this journey through 3D modeling, now it's your turn! Follow these basic steps to complete your project. I invite you not to just copy my example, but to experiment and invent something new. First, create your moodboard by collecting images both for the character concept and as a reference for modeling the various parts of the body.

Then do the blocking. Work on the basic model using the images you have previously collected in the moodboard as a reference.
At this point, define the shapes of the portrait and give character to the character.
Before moving on to work on the details, remember to check the topology, it is a fundamental step!
Now you can add details and refine the model, giving realism through symmetry breaking.
Now it works the skin and sets wrinkles and imperfections.
Then move on to the grooming phase. Remember to take the symmetry off when styling the hair details to make the hairstyle more realistic.
When you have completed the work on ZBrush, export the model to KeyShot and render it.
Now postproduce the portrait in Photoshop to give the work a finishing touch.
Share your project on the forum! Show everyone both the final result and the processing steps, documenting each step with an image and describing what you did with a brief explanation. If possible, I will be happy to comment on your work. Watch colleagues' projects and encourage them by commenting on what they have shared - don't miss the precious opportunity to interact with the creative community. Thanks again for making this journey with me!”

Partial transcription of the video

“Hello. we've reached the end of the course. Thanks! Thank you for joining me on this journey. I hope my creative process and working methods have not only inspired but also equipped you with the knowledge needed to enhance your abilities. With these new tools venture into the world of 3D portraiture. It's a small world where. gradually. you'll find huge satisfaction. So. if this is your passion. don't give up. there's room for everyone. This is a sentiment I truly want to convey to you. Being a character artist can seem daunting due to its difficulty and intense competition. However. despit...”

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Course summary for: Realistic 3D Portraits with ZBrush and KeyShot

  • Level: Intermediate
  • 99% positive reviews (70)
  • 2848 students
  • 4 units
  • 24 lessons (5h 25m)
  • 4 downloads
  • Category

    3D & Animation
  • Software

    Adobe Photoshop, KeyShot, ZBrush
  • Areas

    3D, 3D Character Design, 3D Modeling

Davide Sasselli

Davide Sasselli
A course by Davide Sasselli

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3D Character Modeler

Davide Sasselli is an Italian 3D character modeler who lives and works in London. Although he originally studied jewelry design, Davide later discovered his passion for 3D and began teaching himself through courses and tutorials until he became fully immersed in the industry.

His expertise in ZBrush and character modeling has opened the doors to collaborations with clients like Framestore, Nexus Studio, and Jellyfish Pictures. He has also worked on projects for films, augmented reality, animated shorts, and video games.


  • 99% positive reviews (70)
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  • 24 lessons (5h 25m)
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Realistic 3D Portraits with ZBrush and KeyShot

A course by Davide Sasselli
3D Character Modeler. London, United Kingdom.
Joined September 2021
  • 99% positive reviews (70)
  • 2,848 students