MASTER ORGANIC MODELING WITH GIO NAKPIL
Under the guidance of Gio Nakpil, students will sculpt their own 3D character model designs using Pixologic ZBrush and traditional sculpting techniques.
Learn how to be fearless in your work. Go beyond your comfort zone and infuse naturalistic realism in your characters. The course will explore basic forms and structure breakdown, as well as delving into character refinement and final detailing.
Whether it's for portfolio building, overall skill improvement, or mastering organic modeling, this class is perfect for intermediate to advanced ZBrush character modelers who want to take their work to the next level.
Learn how to be fearless in your work. Go beyond your comfort zone and infuse naturalistic realism in your characters. The course will explore basic forms and structure breakdown, as well as delving into character refinement and final detailing.
Whether it's for portfolio building, overall skill improvement, or mastering organic modeling, this class is perfect for intermediate to advanced ZBrush character modelers who want to take their work to the next level.
What You Get |
Self-Paced $349 per student |
8 training lectures in 1080HD |
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8 project assignments |
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1 year streaming access to lecture videos |
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VIP access to our Mold3D Academy Facebook group. Learn, network and share with your peers. |
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CLASS OVERVIEWSkill Level
Intermediate to Advanced ZBrush experience What You'll Learn
Class Outline Week 1: Introduction - What is Form? Week 2 : Philosophy on Form Week 3: Primary Shapes Week 4: Secondary Shapes Week 5: Tertiary Shapes Week 6: Surface Detail and Polish Week 7: Posing Your Model Week 8: Form in Motion What you need
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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORAs a child growing up in Manila, Giovanni Nakpil was greatly influenced by the magic of sci-fi and horror films. After studying Computer Graphics in Toronto, his multidisciplinary career led him to Maryland, Texas, California, and Washington. As a digital model supervisor for Industrial Light and Magic, Giovanni worked on principal creatures for "Star Trek" and "The Avengers," amongst other notable Hollywood films. He then switched gears by designing and building video game assets for Valve Corporation.
Giovanni currently works at Oculus, where he is pushing himself even further, helping to define the look of VR. To learn more about Gio and view more of his amazing artwork, please visit his artstation. |
FAQ
Q: When will the next instructed class begin?
A: The next instructed class is to be determined. Please sign up to the Mastering Organic Modeling class updates list.
Q: Do I need to know how to use ZBrush to take this course?
A: Yes, this is an advanced level course and you will need to have a proficient knowledge of ZBrush to take this course.
Q: Will this class teach me how to use ZBrush?
A: No, this class focuses on teaching you how to master form and improve your digital sculpting skills. This is not a technical "how to" ZBrush class.
Q: How long do I have access to the video lectures?
A: We give you a 1 year access to the streaming video lectures.
Q: If I enroll in the Self-Paced class, will I get immediate access?
A: Within 24 hours of enrolling for the class, you will receive an email with a link to set up your account. After setting up your log-in and password, you will have access to all lectures and homework assignments for this class.
STUDENT GALLERY
TESTIMONIALS
This is by far the best class I have ever had, this was even better than a 2 year Masters degree. Gio is a fantastic instructor and the amount of knowledge that he has and the way he explains and conveys this knowledge is absurdly simple and ultimately effective. He is a master at his craft and being able to receive feedback from him on a weekly basis is a great opportunity.
- Pedro Candelária
Gio and everyone at Mold3D, Thanks for putting this class together. Gio's class helped me demystify sculpting. I would never have been able to create a full creature to this quality in such a short amount of time. This has been a turning point for me as a 3D Artist and im excited to see where it takes me and see my skills develop moving forward with everything i learnt in class. Thanks again everyone.
- Taj Nabhani
Gio is very inspiring and gives feedback in a way that is encouraging and honest. I think he did an awesome job. Loved the course! Great opportunity to learn from an industry master.
- Chris Pedersen
The emphasis on gesture, even during the surface detailing phase, was incredibly helpful. The waterballoons lecture/concept was elegant, easy to remember.
- Arron Ingold
The way our instructor taught us, was amazing... each and every lesson he taught us was so valuable and very helpful and it makes a lot of difference when applied in our daily work assignments at work and the results are amazing....this class improved the quality and approach towards sculpting... its totally amazing and the way Gio teaches, even small things, when applied in work, makes a lot of difference...don't know how I should thank Gio and Mold 3d...can't thank you enough...fortunate to have got the opportunity to be in this seasons class....this class is amazing and want more workshops from Gio and Mold3D, in the future, really looking forward to it....cant wait to learn more from the best.
- Vinai Mangalagiri
This workshop was the best I've ever taken (and I have taken many)! Gio is not only one of the best digital sculptors in the business, but he is an extremely comprehensive teacher as well. I learned so much more from this course than just tips and tricks. Gio has taught me to think different when I sculpt and that will forever change my work. His eye for form and design is second to none. I can't recommend this course enough. If you want to be a better digital sculptor, TAKE THIS COURSE!!! You won't regret it.
- Marcus Jackson
One of the rare courses where the importance of form over detailing is explained. And taught by someone who has earned his stripes in the field. Great course.
- Jeroen Cloosterman
Gio is masterful and point-on!
-Zharcus
Gio's syllabus for the class was excellent. The modules were planned out in a way that was very easy to understand and apply to our student projects. The videos were lengthy and in depth without being boring or monotonous. He was always narrating and guiding us through his thought process, explaining the importance of each step. Not to mention the cadence of his voice is pleasant and easy to listen to and understand. Excellent job!!!
– Quincy Vadan
Gio feedbacks and class are amazing in a way that we can easily understand and interpret a complicated form and details into a simple breakdown. I would definitely recommend people to join the class . Cheers.
- Khiew Jit Chun