3D modeling for beginners using ZBrush Core Mini

The overview of this course and a message from Aiichi Kato, a renowned dinosaur illustrator, who contributed to the dinosaur contents.

Overview and Installation of ZBrushCoreMini.

Learn the basic user interface and the how-tos of ZbrushCoreMini.

This can be used for any versions of ZBrush.

Learn how to sculpt with brushes.

One of the strength of digital model model making is that you can fix things easily.

Don't be afraid of making mistakes and take your time to get used to the software.

Now it's time to make the dinosaur.

The process is the same with clay modeling.

The point is the overall balance. It may not go well at first.

But don't give up, and take your time.

Learn the basic muscle structure using the ClayBuildUp Brush.

Basics of brush size and pen pressure.

Learn how to add small details using various brushes.

Learn different techniques for different brushes.

The SnakeHook Brush is one of the more unique brushes.

Learn the basics of the SnakeHook Brush in this tutorial.

Now for the finishing touches.

Learn how to make your model look realistic.

At this point, you've mastered the basic skills of ZBrush.

But this is just the beginning.

Learn how to export the model for 3D printing.

Now lets model a Triceratops.

The techniques you learned in the T-Rex will come in handy.

If you've already gone through the T-Rex tutorial, you're good to go.

Let's go on and on with the basic brushes.

Some of you may find it difficult to do so.

This can be solved to some extent by getting used to it. Let's start by using it a lot.

Try to use this tutorial as a reference.

It is important to find a method that is easy for you to use.

However, please try to copy the steps at least once. It will give you a hint.

The use of brushes (tools) is the basis of modeling.

It is important to model from all angles.

Learn how to model from different view points with the camera tool.

Make adjustments to the model and add small details.

Handling 3D data means that you need to be constantly aware of the amount of data.

It is still difficult to handle an infinite amount of data.

Once you get used to modeling, you should be aware of this area as well.

The moment you've all been waiting for.

Learn how to model the collar and the frills.

Finally, the final part of this course. How have you been doing with digital modeling so far?

I'm sure that some of you have made progress, while others are still getting used to it.

For those of you who don't think it's for you, please download the Triceratops data and move on to the next step, the 3D Printing.

There are various methods of 3D printing. Among them, the FDM method is the most popular among the general

public, and is the best printer for beginners to learn.

Let's learn about its principles.

This printer uses light-curing resin.

It is suitable for more detailed output.

In the past, these printers were priced in the hundreds to tens of millions. In recent years, there are more and more

inexpensive types that can be used for hobby purposes.

This section explains the process of outputting the created model with a resin printer and the secondary curing process.