Creating an anime character in blender

Name: Creating an anime character in blender
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Model, shade, and texture anime characters in blender with industry standard practices

Created byV3D Kh

Last updated 8/2023

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What you'll learn

Block out an anime character with accordance to anime character proportions.
Make your character look good in every perspective and use shape keys to achieve a satisfying result
UV unwrap and texture your character in substance painter to give it a 2D handdrawn feel
Cell shade your character to achieve and anime look
Edit your characters Normal's so that your characters shading looks good from every angle
Make a compelling final render.

Course content

8 sections • 34 lectures • 6h 53m total length

Anime head blockout and proportions8:02
Block out part 29:51
Block out an anime character in Blender by starting with a cube, adding subdivisions, and shaping the head using frontal and side references; refine with subdivision surface and proportional edit.
Block out part 312:03
Adding the mouth9:24
Block and shape the mouth on a male anime character in Blender by separating the face, applying a loop cut, and extruding faces to refine lips and chin.
Making the eyes10:23
Learn to model anime eyes in blender by isolating the eye area, using inset and extrusion, adjusting loops, spacing, and tilting for iris placement, ready for shape keys.
Adjusting eye proportions7:42
Starting with the nose4:22
Block out the nose by extruding faces between the eyes, prepare the ears and mouth interior, and refine cheek and jaw proportions for a cel shaded side view.
Nose and ears12:05
Finishing up the ears14:17
Master ear topology in Blender by extruding and merging vertices, adding loop cuts, and shaping the inner ear to fit reference while maintaining quad topology.
minor additions to the face22:57
Attach the face to the head again20:18
Reattach the face to the back of the head and refine topology to prevent shading artifacts, adjust the mouth, chin, and cheeks, and set up proper shading with a matcap.
Making the eye lashes and iris10:45

Changing the style30:55
you can optionally change your characters looks to that of a modern one with simple editing of the face, make sure your reference is on at all times for best results
Starting the Hair10:09
Learn to build anime-style hair in blender with hair curves and a circle curve mesh guiding the bevel for shading, while aligning strands to the scalp.
continue with the side hair part 19:59
Concludes the hair work by matching ends and closing gaps in the side hair. Extrudes hair routes, inflates thin areas with alt s, and preserves root curvature in blender.
Side hair part 26:40
Space and duplicate front hairs to create top variations, then shade the scalp and hair strands to finish the side hair part 2 in the next lesson.
front hair part 114:45
Duplicate the side hair to form the front side hair, shorten it, vary strands and stray hairs, avoid mirroring, and merge with back hair while fixing gaps at the forehead.
front hair part 214:49
Advance front hair part 2 by molding smaller strands to close the side, using the full process as reference for learners navigating hair and rigging challenges.
finalizing the hair part 18:51
finalizing the hair part 27:48
Finalizing the hair part 2 covers spacing the hair, duplicating frontal hairs for variation, and shading the scalp and strands before moving to body sizing in the next lesson.

modeling the body part 111:22
in this lecture I start with blocking out the body proportions and making the torso
modeling the body part 215:49
starting the hands10:20
In Blender, this lecture covers building anime character hands via retopology to quad topology, refining edge flow, extruding, and shaping with knife tool, then attaching the hand to the arm.
Continuing the hands11:40
continue shaping the hand in blender by reattaching the hand, localizing topology, and extruding finger circles, then individually refine each finger for a natural look and prepare three deformation spans.
finishing the hands and attaching them to the body15:38
here we attach the hands to the body
final body lecture17:17

Requirements

Basic blender and substance painter UI knowledge, if you ever tried those programs you're good to go!

Description

Are you captivated by the mesmerizing world of anime characters? Do you dream of bringing your favorite manga and anime heroes to life on the digital canvas? If you're eager to dive headfirst into the thrilling realm of anime character modeling, then look no further! Welcome to our immersive and awe-inspiring course: "Mastering Anime Character Modeling with Blender."

Unleash Your Inner Artist:

Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey of artistic expression and technical prowess. Our course is meticulously crafted to cater to both budding artists and seasoned creators alike. Whether you're a beginner eager to dive into the world of 3D modeling or a seasoned artist seeking to elevate your skills, this comprehensive course has something for everyone.

Why Choose Blender?

Blender, the industry-leading open-source software, is the powerhouse of 3D modeling, animation, and rendering. Our course harnesses the full potential of Blender, empowering you to create stunningly intricate and lifelike anime characters with ease. Say goodbye to complicated tools and hello to intuitive controls that place the power of creativity in your hands.

Your Personal Mentor:

Joining our course means you'll be under the guidance of an expert instructor who is not only passionate about anime but also a seasoned professional in the world of 3D character modeling. Our mentor will take you by the hand and lead you through every step, unveiling secrets, tips, and tricks that even experienced artists would envy. Expect personalized feedback, support, and encouragement that will nurture your skills and inspire you to push the boundaries of your creativity.

What You'll Master:

Conceptualizing Your Character: Learn to ideate and design unique and captivating anime characters, defining their personality, backstory, and distinctive features.

Modeling Techniques: Acquire in-depth knowledge of essential modeling techniques, enabling you to model the finest details, from mesmerizing eyes to flowing hair and Cel shading.

Texturing and Materials: Discover the secrets of creating stunning textures and materials that breathe life into your characters and make them pop off the screen.

Your Gateway to Success:

By the time you complete this course, you'll emerge as a proficient anime character modeling wizard, with an impressive portfolio to showcase your talents to the world. Whether you aspire to become a professional character artist, create stunning fan art, or simply unleash your creativity, "creating anime characters using blender" is your gateway to success.

Don't let your artistic dreams remain a fantasy. Enroll now and step into the extraordinary world of anime character modeling with Blender. Let's Model your dreams into reality, one polygon at a time!

Who this course is for:

Anime enthusiasts
Those who are interested in modeling anime characters in blender
people interested in cel and toon shading

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Course content

Blockout and face modeling12 lectures • 2hr 22min

General Discussion1 lecture • 12min

Making an alternative face and Hair grooming8 lectures • 1hr 44min

Modeling the body6 lectures • 1hr 22min

modeling the clothes2 lectures • 25min

UV unwrapping2 lectures • 15min

Texturing the character in substance painter2 lectures • 15min

Shading editing normals and rendering1 lecture • 18min

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