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What you'll learn ​

 Character modeling & animation pipeline

 3D modeling, texturing, anatomy basics, rigging, animation

Optimize workflows

How to optimize workflows for faster results.

Photorealistic renders

Techniques for photorealistic renders

Portfolio development

Real-world project execution and portfolio development.

3 Months Courses


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Course Description


This 6-month course is designed to take you from beginner to advanced in character modeling and animation for games, film, and animation. You will learn the fundamentals of anatomy, sculpting, texturing, rigging, and animation while using industry-standard software such as ZBrush, Maya, Blender, and Substance Painter. By the end of the course, you will have a fully modeled, textured, rigged, and animated character that showcases your skills and creativity.


Key Features

Classroom Learning

Collaborate with peers and receive personalized feedback.

Real-World Projects

Tackle industry-inspired briefs to build practical experience.

Internship, Freelancing, Coworking Space

Get paired with professionals for guidance and networking.

                    Course Content

Learn how to quickly start using our courses with our step-by-step learning process.

Weeks 1–8 - 

Foundations of Character Modeling

Objective

Introduce students to the basics of character modeling, including tools, workflows, and foundational anatomy knowledge. This module lays the groundwork for creating realistic and stylized characters. You'll learn how to navigate 3D modeling software, understand human proportions, and start building simple models.

What You Will Learn

Week 1: Overview of Character Modeling in Games, Animation, and Film

  • Understanding the character modeling pipeline

Week 2: Human Proportions: Head-to-body ratios, male vs. female anatomy

Week 3: Skeleton structure: Major bones and their influence on shape

Week 4: Muscles: Key muscle groups and their impact on surface forms

Week 5: Introduction to ZBrush, Maya, and Blender Interface

Week 6: Creating Simple Shapes and Forms

Week 7: Blocking Out Basic Character Models

Week 8: Refining Proportions and Fixing Common Mistakes

Key Activities

  • Practice exercises: Create basic shapes in ZBrush and Maya
  • Assignment: Block out a humanoid character model
  • Peer review: Share your work and critique others' models
  • Live Q&A session with instructor


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Weeks 9–16 - 

Sculpting, Texturing, and Rigging

Objective

In this module, you’ll dive deeper into sculpting realistic or stylized characters. You'll focus on refining your understanding of anatomy, adding intricate details, and preparing your models for rigging and animation.

What You Will Learn

Week 9: Advanced Sculpting Techniques in ZBrush

Week 10: Refining Human Anatomy: Muscles, Facial Features, and Skin Details

Week 11: High-Poly vs. Low-Poly Workflow

Week 12: Baking Normal Maps from High-Poly to Low-Poly

Week 13: UV Unwrapping and Texture Mapping

Week 14: Texturing in Substance Painter

Week 15: Rigging and Skinning Characters in Maya

Week 16: Setting Up Materials and Shaders

Key Activities

  • Sculpting exercise: Create a detailed bust of a character
  • Assignment: Sculpt a full-body character with anatomical accuracy
  • Tutorial: Bake normal maps and optimize geometry
  • Group critique session: Share progress and receive feedback


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Weeks 17–24 - 

Animation and Finalization

Objective

The final stage of the course involves bringing your creations to life through animation. This module prepares you to complete your project and showcase it professionally.

What You Will Learn

Week 17: Introduction to Keyframe Animation in Maya

Week 18: Creating Walk Cycles

Week 19: Adding Secondary Motion: Hair, Clothing, and Accessories

Week 20: Polishing Animations: Timing and Weight

Week 21: Camera Setup and Lighting for Renders

Week 22: Rendering Your Animated Character

Week 23: Compiling Your Work into a Professional Portfolio

Week 24: Final Project Submission and Portfolio Review

Key Activities

  • Animation assignment: Create a walk cycle
  • Practice exercise: Add secondary motion to your character
  • Final project: Complete and render your portfolio-ready animated character
  • Portfolio review: Present your work to peers and instructors

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will:

  • Have a strong understanding of character modeling and animation principles
  • Be proficient in using ZBrush, Maya, Blender, and Substance Painter
  • Possess the ability to create both realistic and stylized characters
  • Develop a professional portfolio showcasing your best work
  • Gain confidence in applying for jobs or freelance opportunities in the gaming, animation, or film industries

Course Duration

  • Total Duration: 6 months to 1 year
  • Weekly Commitment: 8–10 hours per week

Certificate of Completion

  • Upon completing all assignments and projects, you will receive a Certificate of Completion , certifying your expertise in the program.

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