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Problem with Baking Normals

Hello everybody, I am self-taught and trying my best to learn how to make game assets.I am trying to make a revolver game-ready asset, but I am facing some difficulties when baking the normals.The pr…
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Luce

Internet Rot and brain drain: The loss of technical knowledge as sites and forums decay

Hi there.I made my account back when I was very young and frankly I hate this stupid username. But I don't feel like making a new account to post what I feel is an important message. I hope you will …
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myclay

Artifacts when baking normal map

I'm working on the retopology of a high-poly model I made. I'm not very experienced with retopology and baking normals. When I extract the normal map in Substance Painter, I see these triangular arti…
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Ivanose

PLS HELPPP a complete idiot!! What is this called in 3D modelling lingo?

I have the idea in my head but I'm completely helpless in finding the right words to explain to my designer/manufacturer. Basically, I am looking to create a cut-in fillet with an even gradual a…
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sacboi

[Finished] Mech Fan Art by Shinku Kim

Another personal work i do in my off time for trying out 3D modeling streams, the concept is from Shinku Kim, title mech
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np1094

[PAID] Looking for Character Artist for Games

Hello I am looking for a character artist for games who is good at modeling realistic faces and hair (hair cards)+ anatomy and eventually armor inside Unreal Engine 5.Price is negotiable. Please send…
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Tamosch94

Questions about hard surfaces.

hello. My name is Barnard and I am preparing to become a modeler in Korea.After searching for the answer, I arrived here.While modeling a Star Wars blaster, I encountered a problem with the scope mou…
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Barnard750

Versatile 3D Artist - Kevin | LFW

Hey,Over 4 years of experience in 3D and excellent problem solving skills.I have worked with individuals, small teams and larger entities. I'm committed and want to give the best experience for futur…
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Strade

[WIP] [Feedback] Water Temple UE5 (Update_3)

(Update 2): https://polycount.com/discussion/234168/wip-advice-water-temple-ue5-update-2#latest(Update 1): https://polycount.com/discussion/234035/wip-advice-water-temple-ue5#latestHere's a…
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ZacD

40k Darktide Lasgun fan art (critique please)

Hey y'all, new to the forums and trying to reach out to as many people as possible to get feedback, thanks in advance!Link to a drive folder with the rest of the renders and alt skins:https://drive.g…
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Fabi_G

the Robot

the robot - video game asset. done mainly with zbrush + 3dsmax. marvelous designer used for the clothing assets.houdini was used for the "noise layer" (inside cables).substance painter was used…
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mihail.lupu

CG Warriors | Game Art Outsource Studio

Our studio provides highly-quality 3D content.          We are constantly striving to improve our skills and raise the bar to create the most ground-breaking 3D content for g…
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Brillzidge

Jaguar XJR9

Hello any feedback and critics are welcome. This is an incomplete project, but due to time, carelessness,  and limited computing resources some things like the faulty proportion of the roof comp…
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alfonzx

Looking for some critiques and advice on my new hardsurface model

hi people! i've been working on this model learning more about hard surface modeling, made and rendered in blender and the textures in substance, it's fully rigged although i'm not the best with rigg…
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FXG

Asking for texturing feedback - MP7A1

Hey guys, I feel it's time to get some feedback on a piece I went back and readjusted. Any feedback is welcome, thanks in advance!Some real-life references:
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alexus_sanchez

Pipe Wrench prop - Looking for Feedback

Hello everyone! First post here. I started building my portfolio and just finished this Pipe Wrench prop, I would appreciate some feedback.Thanks!Link with more pictures: https://www.artstation.com/a…
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melissamothy

[PAID] [CLOSED]Rigged 3D model of a vintage exercise bike for Blender

Hi, this position has been filled. I really appreciate the people who reached out.Hello artists,I am looking to hire a hard surface modeler to create a rigged, 3D model of a vintage exercise bike. Se…
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GammaBreak

Closed Sketchbook: Frank Polygon

I'll be using this sketchbook thread as a place to warehouse write-ups that wouldn't really fit anywhere else. Most of the content will cover concepts and fundamentals related to hard surface modelin…
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Eric Chadwick

Count Dooku's lightsaber - Looking for Feedback

Hi everybody! I made this lightsaber based on Count Dooku´s lightsaber. Shapes are loyal to the prop shown in the prequels but I decided to move away from the clean chrome look. I like what I have so…
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Dantexagc

What texel/pixel density people use for AAA first person games nowadays ?

Like hero props or weapons 
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Born_Jason

Lab Prop Modelling & Texturing, Feedback much appreciated

I am truly a beginner. I'm trying to get a hold of the workflows for creating models and environmentsFor this one I want to use decals for all the details on the model, I think the best way to do thi…
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MapleBacon

Tankzilla Tankhead Fanart

[{"insert":"This would be my next and final project on the tankhead series by Emmerson Tung. The king of monster himself: Tankzilla. This time I'm using Zbrush for the modeling part.\n"},{"insert":{"…
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np1094

Need advice on my portfolio.

Hello everyone, I need advice on how to improve my portfolio, I've been applying for a hard surface weapon/prop artist position in multiple studios for the past months without any concrete feedback, …
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defragger

[UE5]/[ZBrush]/[Maya] Newbie Sci-fi animation project from scratch

Greetings,I create this topic because, i really don't have experience in the animation industry and i think i'll need some help from that peopels who have way more experience than me, about it's acce…
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BoSS_Sr

Leupold HAMR Mark 4 Scope

modelLow-poly 3D model of the Leupold HAMR sight with a Deltapoint red dot sight. The model was made in blender and textured in substance painter. Marmoset toolbag 4 was used to render the turntabl…
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ferasa

Questions about game-ready asset modeling workflows

Hi everyone,I've been learning modelling for about half a year now, but I am still confused about workflow for game-ready hard surface modelling. I have seen different workflows like:1) Perfect quad …
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pior

Hard Surface Blog: Sci-Fi Processing Station

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mpuLse

Portfolio review & feedback.

Hi guys, I want to develop myself as an artist so I need some  valuable critics from anyone about my portfolio. Please mention the mistakes that you find in my work and also kindly direct me tow…
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Alex_J

[WIP] Blender Modeling Hotkey Sheet

Hello dear community.A few days ago I had the idea to create some modeling sheet to remember all the hotkeys and to make it easier for beginners to get started. I have been inspired to do it bec…
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kanga

What is the most efficient way to convert normal map to displacement nowadays (for best quality) ?

Body is required.
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Born_Jason

Career focus Tech art or Hard surface

Hi, I'm a third year student currently doing my bachelors degree in game art. My initial focus was geared towards doing props and hard surface, because I enjoy the modelling and texturing process. Du…
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scottycharly

Star Wars CIS Ground Armored Tank (WIP)

Hello! I have been working on this Ground Armored Tank (GAT) model on and off for a while now.I have been using booleans to great effect to achieve details that are normally exceedingly difficult to …
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sacboi

[WIP] Old Arched house Environment

Hello again! I've started another personal project to practice some more hard-surface after many previous projects focusing entirely on organic assets. This time I've been very inspired by …
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MatheusDalla

[FREELANCE / PART-TIME] Concept Art, 3D Art and Animation (Individual / Team)

Hi !My name is Anton.I create visual content for video games, promo materials, commercials, product visualisation and other similar media.Aside from offering my services as an individual, I have my o…
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prv_

3D artist, assets and hard surface, looking for work

Hi, I'm Germán, a 3D artist mainly focused on innorganic modelling. I have years of experience with Maya and Substance painter, some basic knowledge of Unreal 4/5 and as of late I've been experimenti…
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iffytecnoid

HK MP7A1 - Midpoly [WIP]

I am about 95% finished with the midpoly of my next portfolio piece and wanted to post for feedback!Reference: 
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alexus_sanchez

3D Space-Fighter Models - Unreal Engine 5 (FILLED)

Updated to show that position has been filledI'm developing a Space Dogfighting Game in the Unreal Engine as a personal project.  I need a variety of space-fighter models as playable craft along…
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InsaneFox

FN F2000 Assault Rifle 3D model

modelhttps://www.cgtrader.com/products/fn-f2000-assault-rifle
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ferasa

Feedback please

Hello everyone,i'm a 3D student.I started my first project for the portfolio and also my first robot ever.But I really love to get some feedback mainly about the texture( if i need to add more detail…
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onionbb

Rounded Hard Surface Topology Question

Hey guys I am modeling Robocop front armor, and since this is a rounded shape with details/holes,  but what happens is, if I make the topology quads too big, I will be left with a lot of pinchin…
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Fabi_G

3D Artist Junior looking for a job/freelance

Hello,My name is Giovani De Souza, I'm a 3D Artist, currently doing some freelancing and running after to improve my knowledge in the area in general.I have experience collaborating with outsourcing …
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NikhilR

Ancient Egyptian Leuchtpistole [Critique]

https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/ae-leuchtpistole-sketchfab-191699047bc741b59b4dc20be19306a3 Almost finished the second piece of my portfolio (https://www.artstation.com/artwork/zPnWy6) and befor…
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alexus_sanchez

Portfolio Review-Hardsurface Prop/ Environment

Hello allI would love some feedback on my portfolio I put together for an entry or intermediate level artist. My artstation can be found here:https://www.artstation.com/artbyfanAny feedback or genera…
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Leinad

Tank treads out of individual components: How to best tackle texturing?

Hey there! It's been a while since I've posted here and I've come with a very overly specific issue. I've been working on a tank model for my portfolio using some new techniques I've picked up with m…
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Alfax

3D Artist Junior

Hello,My name is Giovani De Souza, I'm a 3D Artist, currently doing some freelancing and running after to improve my knowledge in the area in general.I have experience collaborating with outsourcing …
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Givas

Am I doing my low poly right? - Flaregun [WIP]

I am modeling the Leuchtpistole 34 flare gun for my weapon art portfolio (https://www.artstation.com/alexanderlindberg) and I have now completed the low poly. I want feedback on it as I am not super …
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alexus_sanchez

Need feedback on revolver!

I have just posted a piece on my Artstation showcasing the Enfield No.2 Mark 1 Revolver and now ask for feedback/critique on anything! Could be the modeling, texturing, rendering, presentation etc. I…
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alexus_sanchez

taking a class online and I am questioning the teachers topology & edge flow

hey, long time lurker on this forum and wanted to ask a question about hard surface topology. I'm taking an online course and it was going pretty well until I reached this part of a GameCube controll…
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poopipe

Snowmobile Project (WIP)

In this project, I want to re-create the Lynx Xtrim SC 900 ACE as a game mesh for Unreal Engine. It would also be displayed in a snowy scene and be slightly modular by having the seats be change…
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Wing_Tham_3D

Kriss Vector Rifle

Kriss Vector modeled in Rhinoceros, Fusion360 and rendered with Unreal Engine 5. Imperfection textures from Megascans. I made the main shapes and blockout on Rhino, then I had to move to Fusion360 fo…
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daniu3d

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