01. Fundamentals of modeling
- Lesson details
- Resources
- Assignment
In this lesson, we will take you through the process of creating an organic model suitable for CG Animation and VFX.
Through practical examples, this lesson will guide you through the modelling process and the tools and techniques that will allow you to work efficiently and effectively.
For this week’s assignment, you’ll be creating a base model following the instructions from this lesson. You’ll be using everything we’ve learned today, including modeling, light, and reflections. Download the assets available under “Resources”, and read the assignment documentation to get started.
In this lesson, we will take you through the process of creating an organic model suitable for CG Animation and VFX.
This lesson covers:
- The initial asset brief
- Creating a moodboard and gathering reference
- Blocking out the asset
- Creating production-ready topology and UVs
- Finalising the model for the next stage
Through practical examples, this lesson will guide you through the modelling process and the tools and techniques that will allow you to work efficiently and effectively.
When you’re confident you have completed the lesson, navigate over to “Assignments” and follow the given instructions to build your first model. Then upload your assignment to proceed to the next lesson.