Changes and Workflow

After some discussion and some time to think it over I have agreed that what I am aiming for at the moment is too broad and will not allow me to apply and improve my abilities in the most optimal way. What I propose I do now is, instead of looking into refining models with sculpting software I try to improve my abilities within 3ds Max. In particular I would like to look more into character design, more specifically I would like to create a portfolio of characters which I have created in 3ds Max.

While I was looking into character design I found a website which shows you the workflow of the designer which has been really insightful and has given me a greater understanding into how to design and create characters. So my workflow throughout my final project will be create a folder of reference pictures, draw what I will model based on my collection of pictures, create model based off of drawing, texture the model (with normal maps, specular maps and ambient occlusion), make renders of the complete and textured model.

During my readings I have also read about out how to make a more interesting and emotive characters, this includes but is not limited to; experimenting with many concepts, creating a simple colour palette and using exaggerated characteristics.

- Peter Howell

Readings:

Burgerman, J. (2015). 20 top character design tips. Available: http://www.creativebloq.com/character-design/tips-5132643?page=1. Last accessed 17th Oct 2015.

Mason, D. (2014). 15 pro character design tips. Available: http://www.creativebloq.com/3d/15-pro-character-design-tips-61412006. Last accessed 17th Oct 2015.

Nicacio, M. (2009). Making Of 'Zero'. Available: http://www.3dtotal.com/index_tutorial_detailed.php?id=217#.ViP5pn6rSUl. Last accessed 17th Oct 2015.

Hickinbottom, A. (2014). 3ds Max Character Creation. Available: http://www.3dtotal.com/index_tutorial_detailed.php?roPos=1&catDisplay=1&id=1963#.ViP6136rSUl. Last accessed 17th Oct 2015.

Romanenko, S. (2014). The making of 'Kroenen'. Available: http://www.3dtotal.com/index_tutorial_detailed.php?roPos=1&catDisplay=1&id=1886#.ViP7dX6rSUl. Last accessed 17th Oct 2015.