Unlocking the Art of Sculpting in the Animation Industry

Are you passionate about sculpting and interested in honing your skills in the animation industry? If so, join renowned sculptor Michael DeFeo in his upcoming character sculpting class using ZBrush. As a sculptor with a rich portfolio including projects like Ice Age, Horton, Rio, Despicable Me 2, The Lorax, Minions Movie, and Secret Life of Pets, Michael brings a wealth of experience and expertise to help you elevate your sculpting game.

Course Overview

In this exciting course, Michael will delve into essential design basics, guiding you on how to effectively translate 2D concepts into dynamic 3D sculptures. The curriculum focuses on breaking down designs into primitive forms, empowering you to see, create, and master control over these foundational elements.

Key takeaways from the course include:

Learning the art of clean and controlled form creation
Gaining insights into sculpting stylized to realistic figures
Receiving personalized video critiques for continuous improvement

Live Q&A Sessions

One of the highlights of this course is the weekly live Q&A sessions where you can interact with Michael and fellow students. These sessions provide a platform to discuss relevant topics, share valuable insights, explore different tools, and exchange knowledge on sculpting techniques not covered in regular classes.

Benefits of live sessions:

Engage in impromptu discussions
Gain new perspectives on sculpting processes
Share personal work for feedback and improvement

Building a Strong Foundation

Michael emphasizes the significance of viewing sculptures as assemblies of primitive parts. By grasping this concept, students witness a significant improvement in their work. Understanding these foundational principles is pivotal in creating successful sculptures.

Why this class is ideal for you:

Perfect for beginners new to ZBrush
Great for traditional sculptors transitioning into digital art
Ideal for digital sculptors looking to enhance form control

Join the Sculpting Journey

Whether you're a newcomer to ZBrush or a seasoned digital artist seeking to refine your skills, this class offers a transformative experience. From mastering the interface to gaining complete control over your sculpting endeavors, Michael's expertise ensures you walk away with newfound knowledge and skills.

Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a sculpting adventure with Michael DeFeo. Enroll today and unlock a world of sculpting possibilities!

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Sculptor, Animation industry, Character sculpting, ZBrush, Design basics, Form control, Sculpting techniques.

Meet Tripo

Discover the capabilities of Tripo and unlock a world of possibilities:

Draft Model Generation: Instantly spark inspiration with our fastest models. Perfect for rapid prototyping and conceptualization, this feature lets you explore various designs or perspectives before diving into detailed modeling. Accepts both text and image input.
Refine Draft Models: Elevate the quality of your initial draft models into finely detailed creations. Seamlessly transition from conceptual drafts to high-resolution models, streamlining your creative workflow.
Model Animation: Bring your creations to life with automated animation. Transform static models into dynamic animations, enhancing presentations or digital experiences effortlessly.
Stylization and Conversion: Customize and convert your models with unparalleled ease. From transforming models into lego-like or voxel-based versions to supporting format conversion (USDZ or FBX), Tripo offers unique stylization options, ensuring compatibility across platforms and applications while injecting a creative twist into your projects.