// Small Details + Brush & Mask Challenges //

Full Course: ZBrush Basics in Environment Concept Art

Thurlow Jacobson

Mar 18. 2024

// Small Details + Brush & Mask Challenges //

The following are screenshots of my small details sculpt; I wanted to create this ancient alien artifact using the new learnings of layers, surface noise, and masking. I am very pleased with how this sculpt turned out, as it was the first time I was able to see such a high frequency of detail in my ZBrush window. Although, I think the detail might be too dense and noisy - having more bald spots could make the details stand out and be more readable.

// Brush & Mask Challenge: Dragon //

Following Pablo's instructions, I created an organic sculpture of a dragon (instead of a gargoyle in the tutorial). I am incredibly pleased with the resulting sculpt as it was the first time attempting to create something so detailed in ZBrush. Although the wings are ripped from some manifolded edges, the anatomy is a bit wonky, and the feet meld straight into the rock, this sculpt showcased a lot of new technical skills that I will continue to develop.