Ancient ruins concept design
Adding a Character
A course by Sergei Sarichev , Artist
About the video: Adding a Character
Overview
“Now that my composition is done, I will show you the different tests I've made and how I landed on this final composition. Then, I will explain how to use Mixamo as a basis to add a character or creature to the scene, and how to place it in your scene once you've chosen it.”
In this video lesson Sergei Sarichev addresses the topic: Adding a Character, which is part of the Domestika online course: Ancient ruins concept design. Learn how to design 3d ancient ruins environments from ideation to final product. .
Partial transcription of the video
“In the previous lesson, I taught you how to block out your 3D scene. And in this lesson, I will teach you how to select your camera and add characters. So let's start with the camera first. Okay so let's now review our blockout at this initial stage. I already went ahead and got rid of the sketch as a backlight because I don't really need it anymore because I filled the scene with various objects that I feel are appropriate for the scene. And as I was blocking out, I was actually also playing with the camera angles a little bit. So again, keep in mind that the sketch did its purpose. It's a...”
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Course summary for: Ancient ruins concept design
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Category
3D & Animation -
Software
Adobe Photoshop, Blender -
Areas
3D, 3D Modeling, Concept Art, Digital Illustration

Sergei Sarichev
A course by Sergei Sarichev
Sergei Sarichev, an accomplished Art Director, concept artist, and matte painter in the film and games industry, possesses a profound passion for creating realistic and immersive environments. With an extensive portfolio that includes notable projects like "Pet Sematary" and "Monster Hunter," Sergei's expertise and experience have garnered him recognition within the industry.
As a self-taught artist who continuously seeks to refine his craft, Sergei's creative process embodies efficiency and successful results. Through his work on films, TV series, and personal projects, he has honed his skills in creating atmospheric effects, complex lighting, and intricately detailed scenes. Sergei's dedication to achieving a balance between fantasy and believability allows him to create environments that captivate and transport viewers to otherworldly realms.
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