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Richard Husky
2yr
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Attempting a likeness of Pinhead in Zbrush. Trying to figure our the all the detail nuances the program has to offer
Richard Husky
4mo
Made some improvements to this piece and would love feedback from any observers.
1yr
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I was inspired to take a stab at planar head. Completed in Blender.
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1yr
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Just finished this assignment. Any feedback and critique would be great. I sculpted digitally instead of traditional method. These knowledge can be transferred to methods. Thank you for the lesson Andrew.
1yr
I have been a slacker to Proko, and really need to sign up for this course. However, after leaning toward more sculpting in digital thought I would give a shout out to Manthiravel M.
I like what you have here. Everything looks smooth and crisp. The one thing that stands out to me most is in regards to ear of this bust. If you would draw a line or even hold a straight edge, in profile, from brow to back of head then you would see what I am talking about. Your ear is above that line. Also, from profile, the ear is typically center of the head yours appears to be floating toward the back of skull because of it's size. I feel like narrowing it a bit and moving forward slightly would help that.
One minor comment would be to have a concave depression between lower lip and chin.
Other than that I think you have an excellent grasp on this lesson...well done!
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2yr
Very nice! I haven't tried digital sculpting yet. Do you find that the skills you gain in digital transfer to traditional, and the reverse?
2yr
That’s a good question Aristotle! Really have not given much thought to it. So, forgive me, I’m not quite sure how to answer. However, I would probably lean toward the reverse that it is better to learn traditional then move to digital (maybe I can get a little kick back from Mr. Keith for my plug). Seriously though, with traditional there is no undo function. Symmetry algorithms save you from sculpting the same thing twice…etc…Coming from traditional preps you for methods of construction, helps you understand the forms and structure. All the computer does (once you learn program) is simplify the process. Hope that helps!
Whipped a couple of these bad boys 1” per head height and 1/2” per head height . Posed smaller one…
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Male Torso2yr
Well, I had every intention is doing the $5 challenge and could not break myself away from the digital (you know...less mess). So, here is the sketch made in Zbrush from the male reclining reference provided for the challenge
2yr
Just watched this, and, yeah, it's much simpler than approaches I've used. Gonna give this a try.
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2yr
I can't say this was my worst project, but it was early on in the learning process. Unfortunately, I wasn't smart enough to photograph my first piece (which was worst than this...big head, wrong proportions, no anatomy) And, This was back when we were still processing film, so I was a cheap skate ;) I will say that there is something very humbling about photo documenting...Just when you think it looks good-take a picture (it sucks after that). Nonetheless, this was not one I was very fond of and is good candidate for pointing out errors.
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2yr
Very Funny!!! However...Hmmm, how to approach this...
So, okay...I can understand why it would not be appropriate to blast this topic out on youtube. But! Are we not getting the short end on the stick...uh well, missing out on some important details involving the pelvic areas. Definitely a premium video that fills in the mystery hole in the bottom of pelvis. Right? You know, medically speaking, just trying to understand how the, uh [cough] package hangs out there.
On a serious note:
Wasn't sure if there was any noteworthy musculature or information around these areas to consider. For example; I was unaware the penis originates from under the pubic symphysis. Apart for medical studies did not know how much artistic anatomy would apply? Like how much fat would these areas accumulate...
Not trying to be pervy...just curious how it all goes together.
2yr
Yep, looking forward to the tips on this feature.
2yr
I totally envy you guys that can carve...how you can work an image out of a solid object is mystifying to me!!!
2yr
Kudos on the cx5 club, rare stuff indeed! Nice work, have you got anymore pics of superman?... It'd be nice to see a close up of his face.
2yr
This was work in progress, and might be the best photo you'll get for the face...apologizes for not photo documenting more of this piece...
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2yr
Wax is a little different "animal" to work with...meaning you are constantly have to heat the material to work it. That being said, I wasn't very familiar with those techniques using the castilene to be a fair comparison. However, I really liked the Cx5. One nice thing about using the wax was not having to worry about armatures. The medium is rigid enough to support itself, and if you had to chop to re-work an area...
2yr
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Well, does already having the supplies count?!? After all I did not buy anything for the challenge...Bought some monster clay a few years ago it's been sitting around ever since. Looking for excuse to try it out...
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2yr
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Looked at some you tube videos. Don't know what else I need to start. For the first lessonI guess I will also need wire cutters or Pliers to make an armature? How will I soften the clay? Torches, lighters, double boiler?hair dryer?What is recommended? What solvent is safest for a low circulation area? I Never made an armature or worked with oil based clay. I apologize I posted these questions elsewhere also. Thanks!!
2yr
Aaron what type of material are you planning to use because that will determine some answers to your other questions. For example, you will not want to use torches with polymer clays (that could be bad). To answer you solvent question, you'll likely want to circulate your area somehow whether it's opening a window, a fan to draw air out of the room, or something along those lines. However, in my experience it's too early to think about solvents because those are used in finishing techniques. Think you'll be working in to rough for awhile to get the basics down.
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2yr
Thought I might chime in here, and post a few links to sites that have sculpting clays/waxes.
https://www.sculpey.com; https://www.chavant.com; https://www.monstermakers.com; https://beesputty.com. Each material has different characteristics that, I'm sure, Mr. Keith will explain. I've used Sculpey, Chavant, Castilene (now owned by Chavant), and a product no longer made (dang it!) CX5 by adambeaneindustries.
You can get tools all over the place, apart from what's mentioned...Amazon, Blick, Michaels, Hobby Lobby...Online https://www.sculpt.com; https://www.sculpturedepot.net are a couple of neat sites to shop. Shoot you can even look up on youtube on how to make your own tools!!!
Hardware stores are good alternative to art store armature wire...you can get aluminum wire cheaper (quick search) Lowes has 39ft for $9.
Oh one last thing, a trick for saving on material...get some aluminum foil. It can also help with weight issues.
2yr
Should be pretty proud of yourself....looks like you have the fundamentals down very well.
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I'm in...looking forward to learning. Really interested in pushing the dynamics of the figure...you know twists and turns, and how that effects the musculature. Also, honing in on anatomy. Lastly, not sure how much you'll get into portraits, but I kind of live in (what Ryan Kingslien refers to as) that valley of the suck with regards to faces. Of course, may not focus in this series...but here's to the future!
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Female Torso2yr
Sculpted this in polymer clay, and painted it to look like a bronze.
