Transforming Mech Design in Photoshop and Blender

In this self-taught masterclass, concept artist Kevin Koesnodihardjo (Dreamworks Animation, Phinyx Studio and more) covers how he makes his trademark transforming mecha designs!

Part 1 – Starter Methods:

Introduction

Silhouette Sketches

Line Sketches

Refinement & Designing Mechanisms

Blender Blockout

No-Bone Rigging

Polishing Mech Version E

Polishing Mech Version M

Part 2 – Advanced Techniques:

Sketching the Third Mech

3D Blockout

Detail Planning

Refining the 3D Model

Grease Pencils Technique for Rapid Detailing

Materials & Camera Setup

Back to Photoshop

Decals Design Workflow

Final Presentation

Animated Turntable Process

BONUS ADDITIONS – Extra Real-time Video Processes

Updating a Retro Gaming Classic – Redesigning Mr. Heli/Battle Chopper for the modern era

Nautilon – Sketching a Japanese-style Mecha

Topics: Photoshop, Blender

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