Course description

This comprehensive online course will guide you through the process of creating a stunning flower pot using two of the most popular software programs in the digital art industry: Maya and Photoshop. 

Throughout the course, you will learn the fundamental skills required to design and create 3D models using Maya. You will discover how to create a basic model of a flower pot, focusing on the key features and dimensions that are required to create a realistic and aesthetically pleasing design. You will also explore various techniques that can be used to refine and customize your model, including extrusion, smoothing, and other essential modeling tools. 

Once you have created your 3D model, the course will delve into the process of unwrapping the model's UVs. Unwrapping is an essential step in the process of 3D modeling that involves flattening the 3D model's surface into a 2D plane. This process is necessary to enable the application of textures and other visual elements to the model's surface accurately. You will learn how to unwrap the model's UVs using Maya's UV editor tool, ensuring that the texture mapping is seamless and accurate.

With the unwrapping process complete, the course will then shift focus to Photoshop. You will learn how to create and apply hand-painted textures to your 3D model, bringing your creation to life with unique colors and patterns. You'll explore essential techniques like layering, brush selection, and color selection, which will enable you to create realistic-looking textures that add depth and character to your 3D model.

The course concludes with the final stages of polishing and refining your flower pot model. You will learn how to export your model from Maya and import it back into Photoshop for final texture editing. The course will also provide an overview of essential techniques like lighting, shading, and rendering that will enable you to present your finished 3D model in the best possible light. 

By the end of this course, you will have a deep understanding of 3D modeling, unwrapping, and hand-painted texturing techniques, all of which are essential skills for anyone working in the digital art industry. You will have a beautifully designed and fully customizable flower pot model that you can use to showcase your skills or impress potential clients. Sign up now and discover the limitless possibilities of 3D modeling and texturing.

What will i learn?

• Proficiency in 3D modeling: By the end of this course, you'll have a deep understanding of the fundamentals of 3D modeling, including how to create and refine 3D objects using Maya software.
• Mastery of hand-painted texturing: You'll learn how to hand-paint textures using Photoshop, allowing you to create unique and highly detailed textures that bring your 3D models to life.
• Knowledge of unwrapping techniques: You'll learn how to unwrap 3D models for texturing, which is a crucial step in the 3D modeling process that allows you to apply textures accurately and efficiently.

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