3DArtist,YinShiuan Details
Intro
Class Intro
3D Artist, Yin Shiuan
Learn how to use real-time technology to create your favorite 3D realistic characters and obtain the skills you need to participate in the production of international AAA projects.
Generate Photorealistic 3D Visuals with Lifelike Character Modeling
Highlight the quality features of your three-dimensional character art with powerful detailing techniques that adhere to a consistent PBR workflow. With over a decade of professional experience specializing in real-time 3D character creation based on realism — Yin Shiuan shares his flawless procedure for modeling, texturing, lighting, and final rendering as easy as it can be. What are you waiting for? Seize the opportunity to fully realize your potential in creating finalized, photo-real character models to the fullest extent!
Such naturalistic textures must achieve the ideal balance throughout each step of the modeling design. Begin by establishing a solid foundation with the basics of human anatomy and a well-structured sculpting phase; this will let you provide a more complete representation of your ideas. An in-depth focus on character texture baking, with real-time lighting and rendering methods, will open your eyes to new heights! Attain various 3D art experience and upgrade these key skills as the course progresses. Feel your boundless capability by bringing your art to life with Yin Shiuan, and test your abilities to the very limit.
Class Perks
Get These Coloso Exclusives
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ZBrush Customization UI & Hotkeys -
Human Proportion Guide Model -
Human Anatomy Model - Male
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Human Base Model - Male -
Blender Hair Geometry Node -
Project Sample Files
Expert 3D Character Artist Yin Shiuan's Portfolio
*This portfolio includes fanart
Why Take This Class?
Progress through your newly developed, high-quality character modeling skills! These designs will reveal an endless, vast array of new possibilities. If you've been searching for a more efficient yet qualifying method for PBR workflows, here's where you zero in. With all-inclusive content on UVs and layouts, texturizing, lighting, and rendering! Take yourself off the charts with amazing insights from a leading authority in 3D character creation.
It is important in 3D art to pick up the right properties for true-to-life visualizations. Identify the skills you need and concentrate on what you can do to develop them. Maintain a clear focus on your objectives to succeed with Yin Shiuan, who will provide expert guidance through his acclaimed 3D techniques — with all the secrets to enhance the lifelike quality of your character creations.
10 Class Exercises
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Anatomy 101 - Head -
Anatomy 101 - Torso -
Anatomy 101 - Arm
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Anatomy 101 - Leg -
Character Breakdown -
Creating Your Own Details
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Head Retopology -
Hair Strand Practice -
Build Your Own Smart Material -
Build Your Own Smart Material
* Above is a sample image for a better understanding.
Final Class Product
A Complete Photorealistic UFC Fighter 3D Model
Instructor
3D Character Artist
Yin Shiuan
Hi. I am Yin Shiuan.
With 10 years of professional 3D asset experience in feature animation and AAA video games, I have worked on "How to Train Your Dragon TV," "LEGO Star Wars," "Monster Hunter World," "Resident Evil 7&4 Remake", "Street Fighter 6", and much more. I specialize in photoreal 3D assets and try to focus on creating believable 3D artwork.
We'll keep an understanding of 3D asset workflow, PBR workflow, non-destructive procedural workflow(Substance Designer & Houdini), scan data clean up/wrapping workflow and human anatomy. I have had great enthusiasm and passion for creating realistic assets for a long time. Over many years, the key to building a believable 3D asset not only requires continuous learning, observing, and practicing but also the ability to see the imperfections in each individual.
I'm currently working in the game industry in Taiwan. I'm exposed to a wide variety of jobs, such as environment, FX, procedural modeling, procedural texturing, and pipeline development. I enjoy R&D and love chasing world-class artwork every day.
With me, elevate your professional artistry to aim for higher-quality results in the 3D world!
3D Character Artist,
Yin Shiuan
[Current]
Freelance 3D Artist
Projects & Awards
[Credits]
[2023] Street Fighter 6 - Environment, Props Asset Production Team Leader
[2023] Resident Evil 4 Remake - Character Head Asset Production Team Leader
[2022] Babylon's Fall - Procedural Material Production Team Lead
[2021] Arcadegeddon - FX Production Team Lead
[2019] Astral Chain - Environment, Props Asset Production Team Leader
[2019] Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Props Asset and Procedural Material Production Team Leader
[2018] Monster Hunter: World - Props Asset and Procedural Material Production Team Leader
[2018] City of the Shroud - Character Asset Production Team Leader
[2017] Resident Evil 7 - Environment, Props Asset Production Team Leader
[2013] How to Train Your Dragon: Riders of Berk - 3D Surfacing Artist
[2013] LEGO Hero Factory Brain Attack! - 3D Surfacing Artist
[2012] Lego Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Out - Generic Artist
[Awards and Recognitions]
[2024] Interviewed by 3D World Magazine (Issue #315)
[2024] Wolverine (featured by 80 Level)
[2022] Black Adam (featured by 80 Level)
Highlights
Class Highlights
Understand the Human Anatomy for Sculpting
Study anatomy to depict the realistic human body accurately, ensuring the sculptures convey lifelike results. This understanding will help artists capture the essence of human anatomy in three-dimensional art, whether creating classical sculptures, modern interpretations, or concept designs. Mastery of anatomy enhances the sculptor's ability to convey emotion, narrative, and physicality through their work, making it essential for achieving realism and artistic expression in sculptural art forms.
Creating Believable Real-Time PBR Texture
Creating believable PBR textures involves applying detailed surface properties to 3D models to simulate real-world materials convincingly. Use Substance Painter to design textures with realistic details such as color variations, surface imperfections, and delicate textures like pores or scratches. Achieving believable textures is crucial for immersing players in-game environments, enhancing realism, and conveying the qualities of different materials.
Pop up Your 3D Character
Focus on techniques to enhance the visual appeal and impact of your 3D artwork. This course will explore dynamic lighting techniques to create depth and highlights and effective composition and framing. Ultimately, the class aims to equip artists with practical methods to elevate their 3D artworks, ensuring they captivate viewers and stand out in competitive digital environments.
Class Details
You'll Learn
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Human Anatomy BasisUnderstand the basis of human anatomy! Accurately render realistic and expressive human figures in three-dimensional art by delving into skeletal structure, muscular composition, and surface contours. -
Realistic Character SculptingLearn how to sculpt realistic, lifelike characters in ZBrush. Through this process, understand ZBrush's most important key features and how to sculpt a realistic, high-quality character. -
Retopology, UVs, and BakingStudy all the important steps in real-time game character creation. Learn and practice the concepts of retopology, UVs, and baking. These techniques are critical for game development, ensuring models are performance-efficient, properly textured, and visually appealing in-game environments.
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Real-Time Hair CreationLearn how to break down and create lifelike real-time hair that perfectly suits your 3D characters. Practice creating hair strands that ultimately lead to unique hairstyles from which you can choose. -
Realistic PBR Texturing CreationWatch out for the basis of PBR(Physically Based Rendering) workflow and learn how to create a realistic texture for your 3D character. PBR textures are crucial for achieving lifelike surfaces in modern video games, from natural environments to character models. -
Lighting/Render/Final PresentationDiscover how to push your final work to the next level! Understand how to set up your lights and cameras and level up your artistic presentation.
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Chapter 01.
Orientation
1. Introducing your instructor
2. What you will learn
3. Helpful websites and software programs
Interview with
3D Character Artist Yin Shiuan
Question.01
What makes your class different from other classes?
It can be seen from my personal work that even in real-time characters, I like to push the quality to the next level. In my course, students can learn how to use real-time technology to create their favorite 3D realistic characters and have the knowledge and ability to participate in the production of international AAA projects.
Question.02
Could you please share how you started your journey in the industry?
Final Fantasy VIII was my first RPG game as a kid. The amazing CGI work stunned me, which sparked my passion for 3D art creation. My career journey began in the animation industry, where I developed this passion.
After working in animation for roughly five years, I was drawn to the gaming industry's real-time technology. Entering gaming presented a learning curve that challenged me to expand my skill set.
Now, real-time techniques are quite mature, yet there is still plenty of room for growth.
Question.03
Is there anything else you would like to share with your students?
There is always a reason that pushes you to become an artist — maybe because you love drawing, perhaps because you enjoy art, or sometimes because creating art brings you joy. But eventually, there will be a time that's not fun for you if you're actually in the industry. Please remember the initial reason you wanted to become an artist! Keep pushing yourself along this path.
Required Programs
This course will use:
• Blender 4.1 or above
• Marmoset Toolbag 4.0 or above
• Photoshop 23 or above
• PureRef 1.0 or above
• Substance Painter 9.0.1 or above
• ZBrush 2022.0.5 or above
• Marvelous Designer 12 or above
Please purchase and install these program(s) for an optimized chapter experience.
*These programs and/or materials will not be provided with the chapter.
