Ep68: Modelling like a Pro w/ Jonathan Williamson
THE blender modelling guy joins us for a full hour on tips for improving your modelling skills. Discussed in this podcast: -Is knowing how to draw something essential for modelling? -How new technology has recently changed the modelling workflow -The importance of good 'form' in your model -Some tricks for avoiding the horrible uncanny valley -How Jonathan got started with Blender -Will 3D scanning ever replace modelling? -Artificial intelligence, and how it could possible replace artists -How CG Cookie got started -How to get started modelling characters Also discussed: -Jonathan's encounter with a dog-hating runner -Video games and unwinding -The Balmer Peak -Jonathan's beer brewing hobby Plus! Stay till the end for Q&A from Twitter: -Should Blender ditch the non-modal UI? -Should you give up Blender if you get frustrated or easily distracted? -Best pipeline for working on an animation with a large team?