Hard-Surface Modeling Courses and Certifications

CG Cookie

Intro to Hard Surface Vehicle Modeling - Week 1

Learn essential polygon modeling techniques for vehicle design, focusing on Boolean methods, sculpting, and topology junctions to prepare for advanced hard surface modeling.

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

CG Cookie

Modeling an M4 Rifle in Blender - Part 1

Learn to model a detailed M4 assault rifle in Blender 2.6 through this hard-surface modeling tutorial. Part 1 of a 15-part series covering reference images, basic shapes, and initial modeling techniques.

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

Escape Studios

Mech Modelling - ZBrush Hard Surface Tutorial

Learn key techniques for hard-surface modelling in ZBrush with VFX tutor Jonathan McFall. Discover fast and creative methods to create 3D mech concepts using primitives, masking, and boolean operations.

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

Pixologic ZBrush

Pavlovich Workshop - TMNT Ninja Turtles - Michael Pavlovich - ZBrush

Aprenda técnicas avançadas de modelagem 3D em ZBrush para criar personagens detalhados, incluindo escultura, texturização e design de superfícies duras, usando os Tartarugas Ninja como exemplo.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pixologic ZBrush

ZBrush 2021.7.1 - Live Look Into the New Version! Aliens Armored Personnel Carrier - Paul Gaboury

Explore ZBrush 2021.7.1's new features while creating a detailed Aliens Armored Personnel Carrier model. Learn hard surface modeling techniques for sci-fi spacecraft design.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Michael Pavlovich

Warhammer 40K Ultramarine Model and Base - Part 2: Emblem Details and Surface Modeling

Advanced 3D modeling techniques for creating detailed Warhammer 40k Ultramarine models, covering emblem details, panel lines, and various surface features using ZBrush tools and workflows.

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

Michael Pavlovich

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle 3D Modeling Tutorial - Part 1: Body Sculpting and Shell Creation

Comprehensive ZBrush tutorial covering advanced techniques for character modeling, including body sculpting, shell creation, and hard surface detailing using ZModeler and Mesh Fusion.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Polygon Runway

Cyberpunk Waterfront in Blender - 3D Modeling Process

Learn to create a cyberpunk waterfront environment using low poly and hard surface techniques in Blender 2.92. Follow along with this detailed 3D modeling process to enhance your skills in creating immersive sci-fi scenes.

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

Polygon Runway

Substance Painter to Blender Tutorial - Textured Hard Surface Model

Learn to create textured hard surface models by transferring work from Substance Painter to Blender. Master techniques for realistic 3D illustrations and enhance your digital art skills.

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

Polygon Runway

Abstract Animation Tutorial in Blender - Polygon Runway

Create a sci-fi container using hard surface modeling and glass shader in Blender 2.91. Learn quick tips for abstract animation and enhance your 3D modeling skills in this tutorial.

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

Polygon Runway

Computer Board in Blender - 3D Modeling Process

Learn to create a detailed 3D computer board model in Blender 2.8, incorporating hard surface objects and futuristic glass elements. Gain insights into technical illustration techniques and workflow tricks.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Polygon Runway

Oxygen Container Tutorial with Glass Material in Blender

Learn to create a sci-fi oxygen container using hard surface modeling and glass shader techniques in Blender 2.91. Master 3D illustration skills for eye-catching designs in this quick tutorial.

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

Reallusion

Rigging Hard Surface Cyborgs with AccuRIG - Character Creator and iClone Tutorial

Learn advanced techniques for rigging and animating cyborg characters, including rigid armor, mixed structures, and robotic systems, using Character Creator 4 and iClone 8 for realistic and distortion-free results.

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

Reallusion

Modeling Clothes and Accessories for Game Characters - Part 2

Learn to model clothes and accessories for game characters using ZBrush, Maya, and Marvelous Designer. Create detailed outfits, from blocking to final models, and import them into Character Creator for game-ready results.

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

Grant Abbitt

Ray Gun Beginners Tutorial - Blender 2.8 - Easy Follow Along

Learn to model a fun ray gun in Blender 2.8, covering subdivision surfaces, hard surface modeling, and curve modeling techniques. Perfect for beginners looking to enhance their 3D modeling skills.

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