I’m working on turntables now but I can’t get the pivot to work correctly so it does a weird offset thing. I tried turning on the Screen based rotation but that doesn’t fix it either. I was thinking about just rendering out of Max??
james: hey man - I rendered it out initially 6667x8000 cause the client wanted a movie poster to print for their pitch. Then I cropped it for my use at 6667x6000. Let’s just say it was a beast of a render.
calum5ZB: thanks man. Yeah seems like I’ve been getting some harsh crit here and there. No biggie. I’m just glad I’m done with the image! 
As far as his eyes go, in the comp he’s directing his stare towards the big giant on the right.
Jess :).I love it matey ya characters are awsome…Your David character is very good bro.
Really impressive.
WOW - some great work! 
you will be happy to know that I have a solution to all your ZBrush needs Contact me on Monday and we can discuss this further. Details etc… cause there’s more than one way to handle this issue.
Hi guys and gals - sadly, no new stuff to post just yet but I wanted to take a moment and announce something.
Soon I’m starting up a private online Zbrush tutoring service that caters to beginners, amateurs, and intermediate students.
The idea is to help out those artists who really want to learn Zbrush and customize a learning plan to make bigger steps in their career. I can’t imagine my everyday professional life without Zbrush and I want to pass along whatever knowledge I can. You can find more about the lessons, me, and how it all would work on my website (www.jessesandifer.com). See the Tutoring tab for more information if you are interested in something like this. I’ve also got some timelapse videos on my site that I’ve done for 3DCreative for casual viewing. Some of which has been seen in my sketchbook but just all organized into one spot.
Thanks!
Jesse
great stuff and one of the best designed folio sites ive seen!
thanks man! I’ve been wanting a decent gallery function for a while now.
btw, still taking on people interested in zbrush tutoring! (see above)
I just want to be clear on what this private zbrush tutoring program is all about, so here’s a breakdown of what it entails:
These private online Zbrush lessons are for artists interested in getting some direct feedback and constructive critique on their work and process. There are a lot of different DVD’s and instructional videos out there on how to technically use Zbrush but not a whole lot offered for those who would like to get specific and customized tutoring on their own work, techniques, and approach. The concept behind the lessons is that they are actually one-on-one via online communication.
ABOUT THE LESSONS:
For those interested, the first thing I’d do would be to take a look at your current portfolio of work, collaboratively assess what needs work, and also discuss what your personal goals would be with the lessons. This way you can get different assignments that are designed specifically if you are a complete beginner, or if you are trying to be more effective in a production setting in a studio, or as a hobbyist who just wants to improve their artistic abilities. I plan on recording my feedback and instruction through screen recording software so that you can have visual and audio content to refer to and not just read in an email.
The rates are based per lesson video which is derived from your customized program (that we can assess together) and you can stop and start or discontinue anytime you like. So if you feel like you are getting somewhere and want to take 10 progressive lessons in a row or if you feel like you’ve gotten what you need out of the lessons after just two, then you can stop. And then you can always continue again whenever you want. Based on that, the rate would be $50 per lesson video. Each video should run around 60 minutes in length. The amount of videos you need depends on your learning desire and projected courseload. Paypal will be the payment method. I’m trying to keep this tutoring customized and personal so it’s truly beneficial for the artist.
Also, the main group of artists that I’m focusing on would be more in line with beginners and novices but I surely welcome any of you intermediate and advanced artists who would find interest in this kind of instruction. However, keep in mind that there will be a limit on how many students I will be able to take so that I can be sure I’m giving each student their necessary attention and devotion. This all depends on who contacts me and is serious about learning!
The idea behind this tutoring is that I actually record my screen and voice as I work and instruct and then I pass along this video footage to you. When I do this, I’ll be in essence assigning you some homework/projects so you can practice what I’m teaching you about. This is what makes the experience different than most tutorials/dvds. After the first couple lessons, you should be able to work on an actual project and get feedback from me in video/audio form that you can use to improve your work. We’ll be discussing more than just zbrush actually as there’ll be points of anatomy, proportion, style, etc. So it should be quite informative and I think it will be fun to collaborate on this level. I’m an easy-going fella and enjoy a bit of humor so this won’t be too institutional and boring. Also, you can stop and start the service when you want, so if you get busy with work or have to take a break for whatever reason, just let me know. Or if you feel like you’ve gotten what you want out of tutoring and want to stop the service, that’s fine too.
With all that being said, my rates are based on this personal interaction and what level of time will be involved from both of us as well as production time.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Since I’m sure most artists don’t know that much about me, allow me to introduce myself. I’m an entirely self-taught digital artist who’s been working in the cg industry for about 9 years. Before Zbrush came along, I was primarily using 3ds Max as my software of choice. I started exploring the fascinating world of Zbrush when version 2 came out a while back and I fell in love with the program and the freedom it offered me to model and sculpt whatever I want. I now combine the two programs and use the power of each to create my art. I’m also proud to be on the BETA team for both ZBrush and Topogun. I hold a Bachelors of Environmental Design degree from Texas A&M University and now co-own an animation and vfx studio in Dallas, Texas called Green Grass Studios, LLC. My passion, focus, and responsibility resides mainly in the character/concept design and production services. I have knowledge and experience in the entire aspect of asset production in a studio setting as well as doing illustrations for movie posters and game cover art. I’ve worked with several companies over the years including Mandalay Films, ReelFX Creative Studios, Janimation, NBA Dallas Mavericks and San Antonio Spurs, and 3008, among others. The past couple years, I’ve written numerous tutorials and making of’s for various groups like 3DTotal’s 3DCreative magazine, GoMotion magazine, and Render Out. I’ve also been published in several of the Ballistic Publishing cg art books over the years.
If you are interested in starting up your own lessons with me, please contact me via email or my website.
Thanks!
Jesse
Hey everyone,
It’s been a while since I posted anything. Got some new stuff brewing but I reeeeeeally wanted to get out a hero shot of my David character to isolate him out of the Battling the Giants image I finished earlier this summer. I wanted to try something more moody and dramatic and capture more of the character of David. I’m also planning on doing a hero shot of the big giant on the right in that big poster image. More to come as I go!!
Bloodey Awesome!!! – how much of it is 3d and how much is painted?
uuuu superb!!!
the whole composition is veery well done!
Gratz!
Great initiative! 
After a quick look at your website
(new website? If I remember correctly the website with the blank doodles was your previous, if so, good job)
I remembered who you are, your work speaks for itself and it is in my opinion top notch…congratulations on becoming an excellent artist.
Participation in your classes seems very attractive but unfortunatly I won’t be able to participate since I’m training myself 24/7 in 3d and 2d so I would not be able to pay you, sadly.
Still,
I would like to send you my portfolio just to get the (short) feedback of a proffesional, it would be an honour.
Slice
Great job Jesse !
I think you can do something better with the light.
he seems to be to much in the light. The front light is too strong in my opinion…
Great job Jesse!
The model still looks great, but what I am really impressed with is your 2d skills! Nothing has really shown them like this piece does… excellent work!
_Sean
Holy f*!! Absurdly beautiful image man!! Top row please!small_orange_diamond
:eek: Utterly stunning work!!!
Great work!
Awesome work Jesse!
hey i just looked through ur entire thread… and let me tell ya… I am a big fan of your work… I too love this last image… Respect man…