Nov/Dec - Character - Basketball - MastahUK - Noob

# 1 06-11-2003 , 02:10 AM

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Nov/Dec - Character - Basketball - MastahUK - Noob

I am very new to maya, and even any modelling in general, but I think 2 months should give me enough time to put something together. I can make objects ok, it's just my characters that need some (ok.....'a lot') of attention. I guess that kinda gives me a disadvantage here, huh? user added image

Anyway, I came up with a cool concept where I will put some of the hobbits in basketball vests and shirts and place them on a basketball court against normal-sized people. I will most likely make a '2 on 2' street basketball court.......that way I can make less people user added image

. I will also get a chance to try out some 'dirty' street textures.

Wish me luck! I'm gonna need it to stand any chance of finishing.

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# 2 06-11-2003 , 04:23 AM

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woah, that's a lot of characters. Good luck. user added image

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# 3 07-11-2003 , 05:17 AM

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luck!

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# 4 07-11-2003 , 02:26 PM

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I like that as a noob you set your goals to such a large project. Remember, nothing is out of reach. Great enthusiasm.

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# 5 07-11-2003 , 07:47 PM

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Thanks for the morale support user added image

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I wish I had something to show at this stage, but I'm still learning. It seems enthusiasm is one of my only qualities at this stage :p

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# 6 08-11-2003 , 12:32 AM

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Lol, I think I might be a bit over keen to show some progress....

Anyway, I have spent a while on this ear and I have gotten it to a stage which I am rather proud of. I'm gradually getting there. Also note that it isn't blended to the head yet, just scaled and positioned.

I do have one question though: What would be the best way of making the clothing for them? Should I model the body first and then add the vest/shorts as cloth, or should I model it onto their bodies from the start? I may decide to animate this at some point, so what would be the best (easiest) way?

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# 7 08-11-2003 , 12:57 AM

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nice job.

Unless you plan on showing the character without clothing, skin beneath would not necessarily be needed.

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# 8 08-11-2003 , 03:38 AM

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Thanks mike, couldn't have done it without ya user added image

I have now completed the basic shape of the head, and have attached the ear. Can you see the resemblance to Frodo? user added image

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# 9 12-11-2003 , 09:13 PM

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Unfortunately, I may have to drop out of this challenge user added image

This is because I will be very busy with college and my web design for the next month or so, and I don't think I'll have enough time. I will keep working on my models though, as I want to do it anyway - so if I do make some rapid progress, I will show it here.

Just letting you know I won't be updating this for a bit, if at all. Maybe I will have more time for some of the next challenges.

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