3D & Animation

What Is Low Poly? Learn About Polygon Art for Video Games and More

Learn about low poly: a computer graphics art used in video game design and other creative fields Low poly art is one of the most attractive contemporary styles used in video game design, animation, and illustration. You can create cool and simple-looking objects using blocky polygons. This modeling technique has been used to create low-res 3D models, thanks to the simplicity in which you can create basic objects and the fact that the rendering process is in turn reduced. What is low poly exactly? What does the term mean and what are its main features? Art director and low poly 3D modeling expert Daniel Gutiérrez (@danielgutierrez) explains more.

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Top 7 Softwares for 3D Design

Discover the best programs for 3D design. Explore the advantages and features of each one of them.

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Top 5 Secrets to Creating Immersive Surreal Worlds in 3D

In "Surreal Fantasy Landscapes in 3D," my course, we venture deep into these secrets. From wielding the language of color to mastering the art of lighting, you'll garner insights and tools to craft landscapes that ignite senses and provoke imagination. Remember, the key is embracing experimentation, daring to push past the mundane, and walking the fine line between reality and dreams. Let these secrets be your companions, dive into the process, and let your imagination run wild. The surreal worlds you conjure know no limits except those of your creativity. And before ending the article I want to leave you with a little gift. Click below to download my recommendations for the best plugins, tools and resources. Join me in this transformative journey. Enroll now and let's shape surreal fantasy landscapes that mesmerize, inspire, and transport viewers to realms of uncharted imagination.

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The Evolution of Video Games: From Pixels to VR

Discover how video games have changed over time: from the first pixels to the incredible experience of virtual reality.

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Free Library of Resources to Help Take Your Creature Design to the Next Level

Download a free collection of assets created by me, Andrew Entwistle, in Zbrush to help you design a unique character and push your imagination to the next level. So, what is my idea of an insane character/creature? I've asked myself this question many times, my style has developed dramatically since I did my first piece of creature art after moving out of the vehicle environment. Taking inspiration from other talented character artists and iconic movies such as Aliens/Prometheus, Akira, BattleLA and Ghost in the Shell. I've invested time, energy and much thought into defining my style, which I describe as gritty, dark, of high fidelity with a cinematic feel. I now understand how to bring a creature to life and I can give you the structure and platform to do this and create something that will give you a strong sense of pride.

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Unleashing Imagination: Tips for Mastering Fantasy 3D Environments

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Free Tutorial: 3 Cheat Expressions to Save Time in Animating in After Effects

Discover how to optimize your motion design workflow by learning these 3 "cheat" expressions to create advanced animations with ease

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4 Pixel Art Animation Recommendations for Video Game Design

Looking for inspiration in the world of animation? Add this list of pixel artists to your reference library Pixel art is a form of digital art that involves editing images at a pixel level (the minimum digital dimension of color) and using them to design video games with an old-school aesthetic. It is achieved by creating characters and 2D graphics using state-of-the-art software such as Pyxel Edit. If you are a designer, illustrator, or animator, or you want to learn the pixel art technique to animate video games, check out the following four animators as recommended by Daniel Benítez (@dabntz). Daniel is a 2D and 3D art director specializing in pixel art and the co-founder of Fourattic, an independent video game studio founded in 2014 in Seville.

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6 Animated Films to Inspire Your Character Designs

Discover industry-leading animated films with fun and expressive characters to use as references for your own designs

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10 Free Animation Classes to Learn Motion Graphics Like a Pro

Discover new animation techniques to build your animation portfolio, or simply to add to your creative skill set

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11 Online Courses to Learn Video Game Design in 2022

Learn how to create 2D and 3D worlds, pixel art, low poly, and more by discovering the secrets of today's most innovative industry

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How to Become a Freelance Animator

Discover inspirational tips to get started in animation, with expert advice for finding your style, building your brand, and overcoming challenges

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What Is Game Environment Design and How to Get Started?

Learn how to build immersive video game art, and discover top tips to consider as you design, model, and render fantasy environments

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Basic Keyboard Shortcuts for Unreal Engine 4 and 5

Learn hotkeys to streamline your workflow in the real-time rendering software, plus download shortcut PDFs for UE4 and UE5

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10 Iconic Character Designs and the Concept Art Behind Them

From Star Wars to Stranger Things, get inspired by famous characters from the world of animation, movies, and video games, and the artists who developed their designs

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10 Unmissable Animated Movies and TV Series Out in 2022

Discover epic tales and cozy stories from this year’s lineup of animated movies and shows to watch in the cinema or stream via Netflix, Disney, and more

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12 Online Courses to Master 3D Modeling With Maya in 2022

Give free rein to your imagination and transform your ideas into 3D images and animations with these courses on Autodesk Maya 3D animation grabs the viewer’s eye and instantly transports them into another world. Perhaps that’s why the skills to conceptualize, model, rig, and animate 3D graphical elements are in high demand in film, gaming, advertising, and other design industries. Thanks to software like Autodesk Maya, bringing characters and worlds to vivid life can be done in a variety of styles. From realistic to voxel art, Maya is a truly essential tool for animators. In these twelve top Maya courses, industry professionals share their expertise from the very basics of using the software, to character modeling, animating a rig, and setting up scenes and cameras to get the perfect shot.

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What is an Easter Egg and Why Are They Hidden in Movies and Games?

Learn the history of Easter eggs, discover iconic examples, and join Domestika's egg hunt for 10% off your next course

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Free Pack of Photoshop Brushes for Makeup

Create effects for social media filters with these free and exclusive PSD makeup brushes for Adobe Photoshop

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10 Online Blender Courses to Master 3D Modeling from Scratch

Build exciting characters and worlds in this 3D modeling and animation program, with tips from expert teachers

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Free Storyboard Templates for Animation

Download free digital storyboard templates as layered PSD files and start planning out your next animation

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What Is It about Bruno? Why Fans Love Encanto’s Hit Song

We don’t talk about Bruno, but we will talk about the viral song showcasing Encanto’s masterful storytelling and musicality…

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Hayao Miyazaki Returns to Studio Ghibli for New Film

The anime giant leaves retirement one last time, this time to make a film based on one of his favorite childhood novels

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Free Download: 10 After Effects Brushes for 3D Animation

Grab our experts’ favorite brushes and improve your 3D animations in After Effects

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Encanto is Disney’s Homage to Colombia

Disney Animation’s sixtieth and latest film introduces audiences to magic realism and Colombia's iconic landscapes

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What is Background Design in Animation?

Discover the importance of background design and painting in animation and what a background artist does

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5 Interesting Facts About Cartoon Characters

From the origins of The Beast to "Minionese", learn some fun trivia about your favorite cartoon characters

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How Animations Tap Into Our Subconscious to Tell Stories

From Peppa Pig to WALL.E, discover the visual tricks that help us emotionally connect with cartoon characters

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9 Brilliant Documentaries and Books about Animation

From a behind-the-scenes look at Studio Ghibli to the tale of Pixar's rise, don't miss these must-see animation stories

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8 Stop Motion Animators You Need to Know

Get to know the people and projects inspiring the works of professional creatives in stop motion animation Few things say more about an artist than the influences behind their work. Drawing inspiration from the creative community and acquainting yourself with the works of others is one of the best ways to learn. It not only helps you to discover and explore new ideas, it also gives you a better understanding of what gives certain work its cult status. Experienced animators Lourdes Villagómez and Coke Riobóo (@cokeylourdes) are known for their work in stop motion animation. Here they share eight artists who influenced their practice and continue to be a major source of inspiration today.

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