Master 3D Scanning The Pro Workflow - Blender, Maya & Unreal

Name: Master 3D Scanning The Pro Workflow - Blender, Maya & Unreal
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Learn the full photogrammetry pipeline — from real-world capture to production-ready 3D models for animation and game.

Created byPolyCG Studio

Last updated 10/2025

English

What you'll learn

Capture real-world objects using professional photogrammetry techniques.
Process scans in RealityScan, Metashape, and Blender to build clean 3D models.
Perform retopology, UV mapping, and texture baking for optimized, production-ready results.
Create and manage PBR materials and displacement maps in Blender, Maya, Unreal, and other render engines.
Understand the full 3D scanning workflow used in professional film, animation, and game pipelines.
Export and render scanned assets with accurate scale, lighting, and materials for portfolio or studio use.

Course content

6 sections • 27 lectures • 1h 7m total length

Introduction to Photogrammetry Tools1:46
Learn the core concept of photogrammetry and how modern scanning tools capture real-world detail.
Editing Photogrammetry Images in Adobe Lightroom - Part 13:08
Discover how to colour-correct and balance your photo set before processing.
Editing Photogrammetry Images in Adobe Lightroom – Part 21:17
Batch-edit and prepare your images for accurate reconstruction.
Masking Images in Adobe Photoshop – Automating with Actions2:25
Speed up your workflow using Photoshop automation for precise masking.

Reality Scan – From Alignment to Texturing4:49
Process your photos and generate a complete 3D model in Reality Scan.
Reality Scan Mobile – Smartphone Result1:08
See how mobile photogrammetry compares to desktop quality.
Metashape – Building and Texturing the 3D Model2:41
Learn professional reconstruction inside Agisoft Metashape.
Comparing Scan Data Output – Reality Scan vs Metashape & Camera Tests1:43
Analyze differences between scanning tools and optimize for best accuracy.

Topology in Blender – Part 1: QuadriFlow and Voxel Remesh Workflow2:38
Learn how to rebuild complex meshes cleanly in Blender.
Topology in Blender – Part 2: Optimizing the Mesh with Quad Remesher1:49
Refine topology for smoother results and easier UV mapping.
Topology in Maya – Fixing Non-Manifold Geometry and Retopology Workflow2:41
Use Maya’s retopo tools for production-ready geometry.
Topology in ZBrush – Clean Retopology with ZRemesher and Projection1:33
Generate perfect edge flow for high-detail models.
Topology Comparison – Blender, Maya, and ZBrush Results0:59
Evaluate differences and choose the best tool for your pipeline.

UV Mapping in Blender – Cutting Seams and Unwrapping with Checker Textures Learn4:46
Learn clean UV layout for accurate baking and texturing.
UV Mapping in Maya – Full UV Cutting, Unfolding, and Layout Check3:50
Master Maya’s UV workflow for film-quality assets.
Scaling in Blender – Match Dimensions for Accurate Export1:37
Ensure proper real-world scale and alignment for pipeline integration.

Baking High-Quality Textures in Marmoset Toolbag2:48
Export beautiful PBR maps from your scanned asset.
Mudbox Displacement Map – Getting Accurate 32-bit EXR Bakes3:29
Create true high-resolution displacement maps for film production.
Quick Bump Normals from Albedo using NVIDIA Texture Tools1:09
Generate fine surface detail quickly for PBR use.
Quick PBR Maps – Creating Roughness and Metallic in Photoshop1:16
Finalize your texture set for maximum realism.

Blender Eevee PBR Setup – Blending Normals and Materials4:03
Set up PBR materials inside Blender’s Eevee renderer.
Blender Eevee Final Details – Activating 32-bit Displacement1:52
Push your render quality to the next level with true displacement.
Maya Arnold Look Dev – Setting up PBR Textures and Displacement2:56
Build a cinematic look using Arnold’s PBR workflow.
V-Ray PBR Setup – Materials, Displacement, and Lighting in Maya2:54
Learn V-Ray material setup for photoreal stone surfaces.
RenderMan Setup – PBR Shading and Displacement for Realistic Stone3:24
Create film-grade renders with RenderMan’s powerful shader system.
Marmoset Toolbag Setup – PBR Textures and Lighting Check2:04
Review and validate your texture bakes in real-time.
Unreal Engine 5 – PBR Material Setup and Normal Map Blending2:38
Bring your scanned asset into UE5 for interactive real-time visualization.

Requirements

Basic familiarity with any 3D software such as Blender, Maya, or Unreal Engine.
A camera or smartphone capable of taking clear, detailed photos.
Access to photogrammetry software (RealityScan, Metashape, or similar).
Curiosity and patience — photogrammetry is a creative process that rewards precision!

Description

In this course, you’ll learn how to capture real-life objects using photogrammetry and transform them into optimized, ready-to-render assets for your creative projects.

You’ll follow a complete production-level workflow, developed through more than a decade of real studio experience at PolyCG, to ensure your models meet the highest standards for realism and performance.

What you’ll learn:

How to shoot perfect photo sets for photogrammetry
Setting up consistent lighting and camera angles
Building 3D meshes from photos using RealityCapture or Metashape
Cleaning, retopologizing, and texturing your model
Exporting assets for Blender, Maya, Cinema 4D, and Unreal Engine
Managing scale, UVs, and materials for professional pipelines

Who this course is for:

3D artists, animators, and VFX professionals who want to add photogrammetry to their skill set
Game environment artists who need realistic scanned assets
Filmmakers and architects who want accurate digital recreations of real objects
Beginners who have basic knowledge of Blender or Maya and want to move toward professional 3D production

Course project:

You’ll scan and reconstruct a small rock or similar object using real reference photos.
All example photos used in this course are included for download, so you can follow every step before scanning your own models.

By the end of this course:

You’ll be able to scan, clean, and export your own high-quality 3D assets using a proven professional workflow that fits right into production for film, animation, and games.

Who this course is for:

3D artists and modelers who want to add photogrammetry to their workflow.
VFX and animation professionals looking to create realistic digital assets.
Game environment artists who need real-world scanned materials and props.
Architects and product designers interested in using 3D scans for visualization.
Beginners in 3D graphics who know the basics of Blender or Maya and want to move toward professional-grade results.

Master 3D Scanning The Pro Workflow - Blender, Maya & Unreal

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Introduction & Setup4 lectures • 9min

Building the Scan4 lectures • 10min

Retopology Workflow5 lectures • 10min

UV Mapping and Scaling3 lectures • 10min

Texture Baking and Displacement4 lectures • 9min

PBR Setup Across Software7 lectures • 20min

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