10/28/22: Progress on Character Sculpt and My References

The facial details are ready to be finalized. I updated on the lips and the ears on the Hunter model. I believe the facial features are finally done. I may do some tweaks on the body parts. Even when I ask for any feedback on fixing the character, I will be updating it as I go along and follow on what I need to improve. But, overall, I still feel proud on how much improvement I have done so far. The Hunter's facial details are just amazing, and it is how stylized version supposed to be.

While I have been getting some support with one of my colleagues on character sculpting, I also researched and follow some good references for stylized character ideas. I created a PureRef scene and add some images to help me understand and visualize the importance of the human anatomy, illustration, and other 3D character examples.

On the left of the scene shows the stylized reference for 3D character ideas. I used Tadashi from Big Hero 6 because it is a good example to understand what stylization is and knowing where you are following. I also added the character from The White Snake movie which his name was Xu Xuan. Lastly, I used Roxas from Kingdom Hearts.

On the right, I added realistic references because I experienced from character creation course I took during Spring 2021, and it really helps understand the basics of anatomy and form. Modeling a character takes lots of time and effort, and it has to be proportioned well. Modeling on the 2D reference is very difficult because it is hard to tell whether if the forms are balanced right. I used the Ecorche sculpt reference which helps me learn about the anatomy parts of the human body. I added one of my favorite chinese actors, Shawn Dou, to get the reference of the facial ideas and expression.

Overall, I am glad that the reference really helped me what I am looking for. Even with team support, it also helps me improve better than last time. I hope we keep going with this even with the steps and support I am experiencing because this helps me reach my goals for what I want to do for my future career.