Make sure you have read and are familiar with the Module Guide (on BlackBoard) and The Brief tab on this blog.
What is expected of you
At least 10 hours study time
3 in class and 7 independent study
This module uses a Flipped Classroom approach which uses the Coaching Model of Teaching which promotes resilience and self-reliance to create independent learners and creative problem solvers.
You will be doing the ZBrush training using OnDrive videos, LinkedIn Learning and ZClassroom as part of your independent study time, using the campus machines in the University machines in TG, DAC or in Pierson, or on your own computers. Using video training in this way allows you to control your own learning, and go at your own pace and pause and rewind the content.
In class, you will be working on your projects and building and sculpting your models with support from me. If you do not do the training each week you will not have the skills to be able to build your model. It is as simple as that!
My Role
Is as a Facilitator or Coach, to point you in the right direction, offer advice, feedback and help you when you are stuck with creative and technical support.
Reasons for this
By taking this approach you get to work at your own pace and if you get stuck on a tutorial at home I can help you in the next class session. With software training, you learn by doing. You will need to look at the training videos over and over until the skills become automatic. Repeatedly practice the modeling and sculpting tools you will need to model your character and continue this process in class with support from me. With time and effort, you will begin to adapt what you have learned from your online training to your own model build. This approach promotes Active Learning.
This method of learning also mimics the way you would be expected to learn new software in the Animation, Games, and other creative industries. Being able to learn software while on a project is part of the job requirements for these industries. How well you adapt to learning new software is also part of your assessment.
Creative Problem Solvers, Independent Flexible Learners and Industry
Although it doesn’t seem like it right now, you will soon be entering your 3rd year.
In your 3rd year, you will be expected to work more independently most of the time. This class is set up to help you prepare for the level of independent learning and study that will be expected of you next year.
You should treat this module like a job because if the work you do in this class is of a high enough standard it could be added to your first professional portfolio (that you will work on in 3rd year) and be instrumental in you getting your dream job.
You should treat this module like a job because if the work you do in this class is of a high enough standard it could be added to your first professional portfolio (that you will work on in 3rd year) and be instrumental in you getting your dream job.
E.G. Ex-students Rajnita and Alex job interview at Off the Fence in Bristol and Sony Image Works Vancouver.
Industry wants people who know how to access knowledge and learning to, “…to figure it out…”
Knowing how to use ZBrush could make you highly employable.
Attendance
85% of students who fail modules have a poor attendance record.
What you need to bring
Always bring a pad and pen to make notes with.
Bring headphones or earbuds so that you can access Lynda training while working on your model if necessary.
Wacom Tablets
If you don’t have your own tablet, then you will need to book one out for your training and for this class. It’s probably a very good idea to do this a month in advance/at a time.
If you don’t have access to a tablet it will make this module very hard to complete.
You are responsible for this!!
Is everyone familiar with LinkedIn Learning (Lynda.com)
Can everyone access LinkedIn Learning?
Main tutorials for this module:
The main training videos fro this module are on the Onedrive and will be shared with you to either live stream or download. These videos take you through the entire process for semester 1 step by step.
However:
ZBrush Essential Training with Ryan Kittleson (great introduction to get you up and running)
There are also lots of extra resources on LinkedIn...
Sculpting a Creature with Zbrush & Photoshop with Rayce Bird
Also look at...
Sculpting a Scarecrow in ZBrush with Michael Ingrassia (Looks at Dynamesh)
Sculpting Cloth in ZBrush with Ryan Kittleson
Also look at...
Sculpting a Scarecrow in ZBrush with Michael Ingrassia (Looks at Dynamesh)
Sculpting Cloth in ZBrush with Ryan Kittleson
ZClassroom
https://pixologic.com/zclassroom/workshop/zbrush-introduction (Introduction)
https://pixologic.com/zclassroom/workshop/dynamesh (Introduction to Dynamesh)
https://pixologic.com/zclassroom/workshop/zbrush-introduction (Introduction)
https://pixologic.com/zclassroom/workshop/dynamesh (Introduction to Dynamesh)
This module is Hard work!
ZBrush and Maya can be challenging to learn, however, you do not need to learn the entire app!
80/20 Principle?
Remember every Monday afternoon you get to sculpt a cool digital character or creature that you have designed! What better way to spend a Wednesday afternoon!!
Look at weekly Schedule
Look at Process - Modeling WorkFlow on Whiteboard and how to use LinkedIn Learning OneDrive videos.
Look at week 1 Independent study post
Look at Process - Modeling WorkFlow on Whiteboard and how to use LinkedIn Learning OneDrive videos.
Look at week 1 Independent study post
Type of character students can design
Break 20/30 mins
Break 20/30 mins
Start Training and/or Begin initial character research and generating ideas.
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