Hard-Surface Modeling Courses and Certifications

Alan Balodi - 3D Tutorials

Mastering the Basics of ZModeler in ZBrush - Hard Surface Modeling Fundamentals

Master essential ZModeler techniques for creating and manipulating hard surface shapes in ZBrush, from basic polygon modeling to advanced tools like extrude, inset, and bridge.

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

Alan Balodi - 3D Tutorials

Creating a Sci-Fi Robot Character in ZBrush - Hard Surface Modeling Tutorial

Master hard surface modeling techniques in zBrush to create a sci-fi robot character using cut tools, booleans, and zRemesher in a streamlined workflow focused on rapid concept development.

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

Alan Balodi - 3D Tutorials

Creating a Cartoon Sci-Fi Blaster in ZBrush - Hard Surface Modeling Tutorial

Master 3D modeling techniques to create a cartoon sci-fi blaster in ZBrush, exploring the new cut and separate feature while learning essential hard surface modeling approaches for high-resolution results.

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

Alan Balodi - 3D Tutorials

Creating a Sci-Fi Weapon in Maya - Hard Surface Modeling Tutorial

Master hard surface modeling in Maya to create a game-ready sci-fi weapon, from initial modeling to seamless integration with ZBrush, following professional low-poly optimization techniques.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Alan Balodi - 3D Tutorials

Sci-fi Crate Hard Surface Modeling in Maya

Master hard surface modeling techniques to create a game-ready sci-fi crate in Maya, complete with UV mapping and texturing workflows for professional-quality assets.

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

Pixologic ZBrush

ZBrush 2026 - Hard Surface Modeling Techniques and Tips

Discover advanced hard surface modeling techniques and development insights in ZBrush 2026 with team member Paul Gaboury through interactive creation sessions.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

CG Cookie

Modeling a Hard Drive in Blender - Hard-Surface Workflow Fundamentals

Master hard-surface modeling by creating a realistic hard drive in Blender, combining symmetry, beveling, modifiers, and Booleans in an efficient workflow.

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

Blender 3D for Beginners Complete Modeling & Texturing guide

788 ratings at Udemy

Learn Blender from scratch: 3D modeling, texturing, and material creation with practical exercises and a final project.

• Udemy
• 11 hours 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Arrimus Ultimate 3D Modeling Course

688 ratings at Udemy

Work with a variety of programs to supercharge your designs.

• Udemy
• 3 days 3 hours 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Plasticity Modeling Guide by Arrimus 3D

433 ratings at Udemy

Master hard surface 3D modeling in Plasticity through hands-on projects, from industrial mech designs to detailed machinery, while learning efficient workflows and professional techniques.

• Udemy
• 1 day 23 hours 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Lobo - 3D character in Blender course

266 ratings at Udemy

How to make 3D character in Blender for 3D printing or portfolio

• Udemy
• 23 hours 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Zbrush - Concepting a Mech

76 ratings at Udemy

Dive into the process of creating a mech/robot character in ZBrush, covering blockout, refining, detailing, and rendering stages with Jonas Roscinas's comprehensive tutorial aimed at users with basic ZBrush knowledge.

• Udemy
• 6 hours 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Sci fi Character Sculpting in Zbrush

60 ratings at Udemy

Using Maya and ZBrush to create a high-poly Sci-Fi character named Saria, a famous soldier who will stop at nothing.

• Udemy
• 21 hours 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Designing Massive Mech in 3D Coat

52 ratings at Udemy

Learn hard-surface concept modeling and sculpting with voxels

• Udemy
• 15 hours 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

EDUCBA

Create and Master 3D Assets in Blender from Scratch

Master complete 3D asset creation in Blender, from modeling and texturing to game engine export, through hands-on projects building a brick well and sword.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course