Sculpting a Dragon Scroll Asset in ZBrush
In this training, we'll cover how to create a detailed prop within ZBrush using key features like Radial symmetry, DynaMesh, sculpting brushes, Insert Mesh brushes, and NoiseMaker. Software required: ZBrush 4R6, Photoshop CC.
What you'll learn
In this training, we'll cover how to create a detailed prop within ZBrush using key features like Radial symmetry, DynaMesh, sculpting brushes, Insert Mesh brushes, and NoiseMaker. Using these tools we will learn how to efficiently and quickly create details that will really make your sculpt stand out. By the end of this tutorial you will have created a detailed Dragon Scroll asset. Software required: ZBrush 4R6, Photoshop CC.
Table of contents
- Introducing the Project 4m
- Reviewing the Brushes 5m
- Establishing Tips and Techniques 4m
- Blocking out Scroll Canister 8m
- Refining Scroll Canister 10m
- Detailing Scroll Canister 5m
- Blocking out the Dragon Body 12m
- Creating Dragon Scales 8m
- Customizing Insertmesh Brushes 8m
- Blocking out the Dragon Head 13m
- Refining the Dragon Head 11m
- Detailing the Dragon Head 14m
- Blocking out the Dragon Horns 14m
- Blocking out the Dragon Hair 12m
- Refining the Dragon Hair 10m
- Detailing the Dragon Hair 12m
- Blocking out the Dragon Arms 12m
- Placing the Dragon Arms 13m
- Adding Aging Effects 8m
- Adding Erosion Effects 10m
- Applying Material, Color and Render 10m
- Editing in Photoshop and the Course Conclusion 10m
About the author
Pierre is a Chicago native freelance character artist with a background in character design and graphic art. His interest in character art was cultivated by a video game enriched youth. Pierre has a blend of self taught and formal training. Pierre's goal is to continue learning and sharpening his skills, as well as sharing the craft he has chosen and loves, which is bringing characters to life.