Week 1 Independent Study

This week you are to begin your initial research into your character design. For next week's class, you will be expected to present your initial research that will inform your preparatory character design sketches to the rest of the group for tutor and peer feedback. This work should be uploaded to a blog created specifically for this module. This blog should be organized into 12 Weekly Tabs to make it easy to navigate.

Please bring the blog link next week so that your work can be added to this module blog. Remember to create regular blog posts to document your process and progress on this module.

Week 1 Independent Study Checklist

1. Begin ZBrush Training as directed in class on LinkedIn Learning (at least 3 hours).
2. Begin to collect images and reference material (research) into the type of character you want to build and create sketches of your initial ideas. (at least 2 hours).
3. Create a blog and add your research and initial character designs and annotate them with reflective comments and insights. (30 - 45 mins)
4. Make a note of the blog address and bring with you for next week's session and add a link to the module blog.

You will be expected to share your progress with your peers next week in an informal show and tell session.

Total homework time at least 7 hrs

Below are some examples of character/creature design sketch sheets.

 You may also want to start thinking about the colours and textures you will want your character to be and add some colour studies/reference to your character sheets.