Due to my efforts with my sword, I knew what it took to assemble and UV map such a complicated design, and as I’ve never worked with substance painter before or knew what it entailed, I wanted to dial it back with a simple helmet concept. I was unable to follow along to a previous workshop that entailed getting to know substance painters interface and texture a pre-made model, however I watched along with the class tutorials while modelling my own model so I knew what it entailed and what skills could be applied to what limited amount of time I had.
When I thought signature helmets from media Tali from Mass Effect was the first character that came to mind, and as her race was centred around wearing their helmets to survive, I thought it was a fitting reference to use. I also adore the Mass Effect series and Tali is one of my favourite characters so I wanted to do her justice.
