EXPERIMENTUS TEXTURIS (Thanks Pixolator!)

[Mentat7]

This is a texture experiment that I did using the simple single layer brush texturing that Pixolator was so gracious to share in his Enchanted Forest (http://www.pixolator.com/zbc-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=1&t=005926&p=3) thread. I thought it looked rather neat so I am sharing the results. I used the SingLayer Tool with Freehand Stroke and Alpha #6. I experimented with various brush stroke sizes and ZAdd settings. There was naturally some bleed off the edges of the object but it was easy enough to get rid of it. I simply adjusted the Z depth of the layer by 5 and the bleed disappeared. I am going to experiment more with the method using other alpha brushes.

http://www2.zbrushcentral.com/zbc_uploads/user_image-1023299853euq.jpg

[sTiNg]

This is a great experimental image Mentat7
...The way u have textured it is just amazing.. :tu: :tu: :tu: :cool:

[aurick]

Excellent results, and so kind of Ofer to share the technique. The way that the skin wrinkles is very striking and believable. Almost like elephant or rhino hide.

[Stonecutter]

Great experiment, nice technique, and a cool image...
Nice combo, Lonnie! :tu: :tu: :tu: :cool:

[Slosh]

I don't understand the single layer brush. Can someone explain the use of it, and how does it differ from the regular paint brush?

BTW, this image rocks! Great job, Lonnie.

[Mentat7]

Slosh, basically the single layer tool will allow you to paint a single z-depth layer of color/material. Subsequent use of it will paint subsequent layers and it will overlap should you draw over a previous portion that you have already layed down. Just give it a try. I think you will understand if you try it.

[DeeVee]

A very nice image Lon. very well concieved, and masterly executed. :ex:

[cneofotistos]

yes, very very impressive. :*

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[Stargo]

Looks great :tu: :tu: :tu:

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[Bastard76]

It is a nice picture. Mentat you experimentation is interesting and inspiring.
Thanks to collaborate.
Happy ZBrushing!

[Smiles]

Your experimenting came out wonderful. From the background straight threw to the texturing, I also love the reflections!