Greetings! I'm just learning.

4MalZ · July 4, 2019, 4:03am

I use Illustrator and GIMP which is a raster software much like Photoshop. GIMP has features that really help in the making of height maps.
Here’s a youtube video showing how I make height maps in GIMP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bfy-YPIPxY

There’s more to what I do than just that but that’s the basics. I use Illustrator to do 2 Dementional outlines on separate layers and save as a psd file and open it up in GIMP to use various tools to create gradients for height.
I have GIMP set up as my zaplink program and it works good.

Lexxx69 · July 4, 2019, 2:52pm

Decor for furniture’s doors.

The bas-relief is based on “Morgan Dollar”.
Ø = 220 mm. Private order.
MoI, ZBrush.

boozy_floozie · July 4, 2019, 4:03am

Exquisite work Leo.
Always much to admire in your craft.
A Phrygian cap, I must get one for the cold weather.

system · July 4, 2019, 4:03am

Absolutely stunning work! I have shown your work in this thread to several people now and I always get a Ohhhhhhhhh, then a gasp. You have the ability to just capture an on-lookers eye. What a gift. Myself… I just can’t quit looking at it!! :rolleyes:

What part was done in MoI and what part was in ZBrush?? Thanks for sharing Leo. Dan.

TribunMaximus · July 4, 2019, 4:03am

Dear Leonid!

How you do that? You are at the highest level …and rises higher and higher.

Greetings! I´m just learning. Dr.Dr.Sheldon Cooper would ask: “Sarkasm?”

Go Go! To continue! Surprise me on!

Ciao,
TM

TAVAL · July 4, 2019, 4:04am

Hello again,
Thank you for the video link.
I am trying to find a better workflow for photo conversion to go from 8 bit to 16bit. The big problem I come across it the noise and lack of
I am already able to convert my AI files via PS and extract the 3d in ZB.
What I have been searching for is a production worthy solution to use with client provided photographs under non-ideal situations.
Attached are the results I am getting currently by using gray values in 8 and 16bit gray-scale space as Alpha 3d extractions.
https://scontent.fsnc1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtl1/v/t1.0-9/12804737_911804682251476_8825090503011672097_n.jpg?oh=a9ef871d709e49c35e178575b9dd7447&oe=5769CE33

Lexxx69 · July 4, 2019, 4:04am

Mark, there are two cap. One this is for you. Let you will be warm.
And to me the warmth of your words. Thank You!

Ronald, hello.
My response to Dr. Shelton - “Not at all. This is not sarcasm. Naked Truth.”.
I will try to live up to expectations…

Lexxx69 · July 4, 2019, 2:52pm

In the program MoI I did a base. In millimeters. According to the desired size of my customer.

An alpha for the background.

Alpha masks for text.

Everything else in the ZBrush.

Lexxx69 · July 4, 2019, 2:52pm

Final result in the ZBrush.

system · July 4, 2019, 4:04am

Thanks Leo ! I have been working toward a process like this and your information has sure helped. I design & produce a line of LED flashlights. Lately, I have been adding medallion looking designs to some and the customers seem to really like that. The design normally begins with a photo of a loved one , a favorite pet & etc. That makes it a long process by the end but worth the time. THANK YOU AGAIN… MASTER Z-BRUSHER LEO!!! Your ARE GOOD to say the least!!! Whew!! Dan.

Lexxx69 · July 4, 2019, 3:06pm

Greetings, colleagues.

I study art of medalist.

“For the salvation of the lost”. Nicholas I.

Replica of medal.
Obverse.
Model for the CNC milling machine. Private order.
Ø = 29mm . h(relief) = 0.8 mm.
Programs: MoI, ZBrush.

boozy_floozie · July 4, 2019, 4:09am

Good afternoon Leo,
A wonderful rendition I hope the client is delighted with your result.
One things for sure when it comes to money or medals - a Greek nose always adds a certain gravitas.

All the best,

Boozy

Lexxx69 · July 4, 2019, 4:10am

Mark, salute you.

I am always pleased to read your comments about my works.
Thank You for your warmth.

Best regards Leo.

Lexxx69 · July 4, 2019, 3:10pm

The first time I took part in a speed-sculpting.
Four hours of work. The theme for sculpt - The crew of the frigate “Black Ghost”.
Quest - come up and sculpt a bust (on the shoulder or belt)
of one of the crew members - captain, boatswain, sailors, etc.

Old boatswain.

digitalmax · July 4, 2019, 4:10am

Nice character. I can read his unkind thoughts))):evil:

boozy_floozie · July 4, 2019, 4:11am

He’s fabulous Leo , what lovely lines and rhythms you have captured .

Yours Etc,
Boozy

Lexxx69 · July 4, 2019, 4:14am

Max, Thank You! I tried to make it the same feeling…

Mark, Thank You! Your words of encouragement are always pleasant for me.

Lexxx69 · July 4, 2019, 3:20pm

Stalin’s Empire.
Stone carving.

Bas-relief.
3D model for CNC milling machine.
Simulation programs
MoI, ZBrush, ArtCam.
Private order.

Lexxx69 · July 4, 2019, 3:20pm

A little mischief with the material.
Maybe it will be useful to someone…

Malachite - download.

Lawrence.Kaplan · July 4, 2019, 4:14am

This is a great look. Thanks in advance! I look forward to trying it!