Focal Press: Character Modeling with Maya and ZBrush: Professional Polygonal Modeling Techniques

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Create believable CG character models with this unique book and DVD package. The stunning color images show just what you can achieve, and the detailed step-by-step tutorials show exactly how to achieve them.

Every technique and tip is backed up with practical tutorials, using the models, textures and video on the companion DVD to offer a crash course to this vital skill. Jason Patnode takes you from low to high-resolution modeling - helping you span the gap between game and film industry skills. Based on Maya 2008 and ZBrush 3.0.

You'll learn:
* Pipeline and modeling guidelines
* Overview of Maya
* Introduction to ZBrush modeling
* Concept art
* Anatomy
* Creating a video game character
* Creating a hyper-real character
* Creating a photo-real character
* UVs and texturing
* How to create a demo reel

* Master professional techniques and workflow processes with clear, easy to follow tutorials
* Companion DVD contains video tutorials, plug-ins, models and texture maps as well as high quality art from participating artists
* Interviews with professionals connect the concepts to real world workflow and applications

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