In Modeling a Next-Gen Weapon, Joe Simanello takes us through the modeling and rendering process using his Colt 1911 Next-Gen game model. He begins with a low rez model then sculpts a high-rez version for specific details in the gun barrel and other parts of the weapon. He then moves on to demonstrate how to lay out your UVs for texture painting, how to generate your normal maps and how to trouble shoot common problems with your normal maps. In the final chapter, Joe shows how he adds details to the normal map using Photoshop and Photographic reference. This is an in-depth look at creating an in-game model using Maya and Photoshop and perfect for anyone wanting to learn more about game modeling afor Next-Gen titles.

 

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