sculpting question

[thelonious]

Howdy,
I don't mind working this out myself but I would appreciate if someone could tell me if what I want to do is at least possible.

Can I scan a leaf for example then use the shape to stamp out a shape on say a 3D plane tool. Sort of like a cookie cutter. So I can then stick the leaf scan onto the cut out shape. Which I could then manipulate. I hope I've made myself clear.

[ed_the_atom]

Yup...........aurick has done that..........look on the pixologic site in user galleries.........one with the butterflies and leaves.....a short description on how he did it is there.

[thelonious]

Thanks Ed,

I can't tell if Mattew cut out the shape with something or if the black bits on the texture became invisible. Maybe I should ask Aurick.

[aurick]

Hi Thelonius!

I actually told the exact process that I used in this thread (http://www.pixolator.com/zbc-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=1&t=001815&p=2). It's at the top of the second page.

The technique is a form of transparency masking, and it has nothing to do with the texture other than matching its shape. The secret is a combination of alpha palette and selection modifiers.

I also created a full ZScript tutorial on the subject, which is in Pixologic's script library (http://www.zbrush.com/download/zscriptfr.html) under the name of Transparency Masking.

It's a very easy technique, but VERY powerful! Enjoy!

[thelonious]

Yikes,

More than what I expect.

I haven't checked it all out yet but it looks like christmas has come early this year. ;)

I'll post something as soon as I get a result. Thanks a lot Mathew.