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This tutorial shows you how to make a creature model in Maya, based on a concept sketch. We look at reference material to create a model with realistic anatomy that has weight to it. Topology is important, as the base mesh we take out of Maya is later brought to ZBrush for detailing. After following this project you'll be able to create your own quadrupeds in similar style, such as rhinos and elephants.

Other tutorials in this series

Creature Vol 2 - Surface Anatomy Detailing ZBrush
Creature Vol 3 - UV Layout and Texture

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Lesson Pack 1 4 85 Minutes 443 Mb
Lesson Pack 2 4 90 Minutes 528 Mb
Lesson Pack 3 4 101 Minutes 714 Mb
Lesson Pack 4 4 106 Minutes 692 Mb
Lesson Pack 5 4 156 Minutes 1200 Mb
  • Length: 8 hours and 58 minutes
  • Software: Maya 2013
  • Format: 1080p HD
  • Download Price: 44.95
  • Video Credits: 25

Lesson Breakdown: You can watch this tutorial online

Part 1 - Blocking out body Part 2 - Looking at skeleton reference and blocking continues Part 3 - Blocking body continues Part 4 - Blocking out the head and legs Part 5 - Creating an eyesocket and detailing head Part 6 - Detailing the head and neck area Part 7 - Detailing the head and neck area continues Part 8 - Creating teeth and sockets Part 9 - Creating a tearduct and a tongue Part 10 - Modeling the stomach area Part 11 - Strengthening the back leg Part 12 - Modeling the front leg Part 13 - Adding toes Part 14 - Joining the head and the body Part 15 - Tweaking the mesh Part 16 - Creating the eye and finishing touches

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