Hard-Surface Modeling Courses and Certifications

Master Hard Surface Modeling in Maya 2020

74 ratings at Udemy

Learn Maya's powerful modeling tools and master professional techniques for hard surface modeling

• Udemy
• 2 days 7 hours 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

CG Cookie

Modeling a Shipping Container - Blender

Learn hard-surface modeling in Blender by creating a shipping container. Cover blocking-in, basic shapes, and essential techniques for realistic 3D modeling of industrial objects.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Blender: Hard Surface Modeling

55 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Interested in using Blender to model objects like vehicles or machinery? Learn how to create realistic hard surfaces such as the skid-steer loader featured in this course.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 4 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

3ds Max: Hard Surface Modeling

48 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn tools and techniques to model hard surface objects as quickly and efficiently as possible with 3ds Max.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

mario @ elementza

Why Your Hard Surface Topology Looks Wrong - And How to Prevent and Fix It

Discover common hard surface topology issues and learn effective prevention and correction techniques for both flat and curved surfaces in 3D modeling.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Alan Balodi - 3D Tutorials

Creating a 3D Tank in Maya - Hard Surface Game Asset Tutorial

Master low-poly game asset modeling in Maya by creating a stylized tank from scratch, learning clean topology techniques and professional workflows for hard surface modeling.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

SouthernGFX

Hard Surface Modeling for Beginners in Nomad Sculpt

1 review

Learn hard surface modeling in Nomad Sculpt by creating a cute robot. Covers basic techniques for beginners, including panel removal, body shaping, and adding details like eyes and wheels.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Polygon Runway

Sci-Fi Control Room in Blender - 3D Modeling Hard Surface Process

Learn hard surface modeling techniques to create a sci-fi control room in Blender 2.8. Follow along with the workflow for designing futuristic environments inspired by popular sci-fi franchises.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

JL Mussi

Easy Ways to Create Holes in Blender - Hard Surface Modeling Tutorial

Master three professional techniques for creating precise holes in 3D models while maintaining optimal topology in Blender's hard surface modeling workflow.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

JL Mussi

5 Essential Hard Surface Modeling Tips in Blender

Master essential hard surface modeling techniques in Blender with time-saving tips and professional workflows to streamline your 3D modeling process and boost efficiency.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

JL Mussi

Maya 3D Modeling for Beginners - Hard Surface Modeling Fundamentals

Master essential Maya 3D modeling techniques, from setting up reference images to creating clean edge flow and finished hard surface models. Includes practical workflows applicable across multiple 3D modeling platforms.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Alan Balodi - 3D Tutorials

3D Modeling a Little Robot Character in Maya - Hard Surface Tutorial

Master the art of creating an adorable robot character using Maya's hard surface modeling techniques, from basic shapes to a finished model ready for texturing, rigging, and animation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

JL Mussi

Blender Hard Surface Modeling for Beginners - Learn Pro Workflows in 2 Hours

1 review

Master hard surface modeling fundamentals in Blender by creating a production-ready energy drink can with proper topology and clean edge flow techniques.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pixologic ZBrush

ZBrush Presentation - Hard Surface Modeling with Paul Gaboury

Explore hard surface modeling, rendering with Redshift, and advanced texturing techniques in ZBrush 2023. Learn professional tips for creating weathered metal components and realistic materials.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pixologic ZBrush

Create an Aircraft While Learning Hard Surface Modeling Tips with Pixologic Paul Gaboury - Part 2

Explore advanced hard surface modeling techniques for aircraft creation in ZBrush 2020, guided by developer Paul Gaboury. Learn beveling, deformers, Z Modeler, and more.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video