Category: VFX fundamentals

Further improved proficiency in Maya modeling operations by creating a more complex castle model. The design was inspired by European medieval Gothic architecture, combined with elements of various game styles, and was ultimately brought to life through the model.

Art concept

Modeling

The production process is as follows:

1. Create model assets and build a white model.
2. Create texture maps and use Maya’s built-in Arnold renderer for rendering.
3. Perform post-production compositing and color grading.

Learned the basic knowledge of Maya software and its interface structure, became familiar with modeling operations, and created a simple snowman model. Subsequently, used Substance Painter to paint textures and set up a simple snowy scene for rendering.

Production Process

Rendered Image