In This Tutorial we go into Zbrush and build a katana from scratch using the native tools within Zbrush. Through breaking down the process we are able isolate, rough out and fine tune parts of our Katana. We will be focusing exclusively on the handle as it is the most iconic.

OUTCOMES At the end of this series you should be able to:

Use Pollygroups and the relevant tools Create your own ornaments/ decorations using Using Alphas Tweaking the surface noise filter and properly using masks Optimizing your Subtools for better efficiency and memory simplifying complex forms by breaking them down to simple shapes