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Zbrush for Designers Short Course

Course description

ZBrush is a digital sculpting tool that combines 3D and 2D modelling, including texturing and painting, that is widely used in a number of industries ranging from animation to furniture design.

This course will cover many aspects of the ZBrush software, with the main focus being on sculpting.

Students can expect to learnt about a wide range of topics including Shadow Box, ZSpheres, ZModeller, Hard Surface Modelling, Organic Sculpting, Displacement Maps, UV Master, ZRemesher, Polypainting and more.

This course does not require any prior knowledge of the software and is suitable for absolute beginners, 2D to 3D converts, designers (architecture, jewellery, furniture, fashion etc), artists, clay-to-digital converts, animators, games artists, digital and visual effects artists, 3D printers and more.

Course Level:
Beginners

Who should attend this course?
Beginners with an interest in digital and physical arts

What will you learn?
The ability to work independently with ease in ZBrush

This course will include:

  • Practical workshops
  • Demonstrations
  • Project work

Pre-requisites:  
No previous experience is necessary, however, a basic understanding of computers would be helpful.

Clear, easy to understand lessons: 

  • Our tutors will explain things in easy to understand, accessible English. If they need to use any special terminology they will make sure they explain what they mean. 
  • New methods will be shown to students through live demonstrations, in a way that’s crystal clear and easy to understand. 

Experience life on campus 

  • Network and share ideas with students from across the globe 
  • Access the technology and materials relevant to your discipline 
  • Shop in our college shops for any materials you might need 
  • Ask questions of your tutor in real time 
  • Receive feedback and critique on your assignments 
  • Experience the many sights of London on your down time 

A certificate of completion: 

  • You've put the work in so we want to make sure you have something to show for it! 
  • As long as you attend a minimum of 80% of your classes, we will provide you with a certificate of attendance. 
  • We always recommend you attend all of the classes so that you get the most out of the experience! 
  • Certificates are great to complement your cv. 

This course is scheduled to run on campus in a face-to-face delivery format. Please note that due to the ongoing pandemic situation this course may be adapted in line with UK government guidance or other operational requirements. This may include changing course location (to another UAL site), cancellation of the course, or moving part or all of the course online. In the event of any changes being required we will inform you as soon as possible and support you in any changes required. Please bear this in mind when making any travel, visa, or accommodation arrangements.

Please note: This course is for students aged 18 and older

Available dates

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Make an enquiry or call us on 0207 514 7015.

Details

Topics covered:

  • Shadow Box
  • ZSpheres
  • ZModeller
  • Hard Surface Modelling
  • Organic Sculpting
  • Displacement Maps
  • UV Master
  • ZRemesher
  • Polypainting

Materials

Please bring the following materials to the first session:

  • Sketches and reference material (photos etc) of 3D objects that interest you
  • A wacom tablet, if you have one, would be extremely beneficial

Recommended reading:

  • Introducing ZBrush (Serious Skills) Paperback – 1 Jun 2012 by Eric Keller (Author)
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This course will cover many aspects of the ZBrush software, with the main focus being on sculpting.

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