Sketchfab link to my final 3D model:

 

Gallery:

 

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Reflection on This Assignment

Before this module I had no experience with 3D modelling at all, but through this past month I have gained the knowledge to successfully complete my first 3D model based on 2D concept art. Whenever I was struggling with anything, I would turn back to the class material. I found the videos very helpful and easier to follow than other tutorials available online. I learned best by trying different things for myself in the software. The most important lesson I learned was to be patient with myself and not be afraid to try out techniques that I did not yet fully understand. For example I was anxious about the UV unwrapping stage, but I found that after trying it for myself it was not as complicated as it first seemed. By the end I had a better understanding of the general workflow between Autodesk Maya, Substance Painter and Sketchfab. I feel like I have gained a foundation of 3D modelling skills and now have more confidence in my ability to work on 3D projects in the future. I am looking forward to trying more complex projects and using other 3D modelling programs in the second half of the module.

 

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