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How to divide geometry in ZBrush

Divide geometry in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to divide geometry in ZBrush. Often you are going to ...more

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How to initialize ZBrush

Initialize ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to initialize ZBrush. When working with standard ...more

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How to mask primitives in ZBrush

Mask primitives in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to mask primitives in ZBrush. Primitive masking is a ...more

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How to mask with alphas in ZBrush

Mask with alphas in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to mask with alphas in ZBrush. Using an alpha is a ...more

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How to use 2-1/2D brushes in ZBrush

Use 2-1/2D brushes in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use 2-1/2D brushes in ZBrush. There are some ...more

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How to use colors and materials in ZBrush

Use colors and materials in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use colors and materials in ZBrush. Get the ...more

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How to use initial state in ZBrush

Use initial state in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use initial state in ZBrush. See how to change ...more

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How to use the startup screen in ZBrush

Use the startup screen in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use the startup screen in ZBrush. When you launch ...more

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How to use tools in ZBrush

Use tools in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use tools in ZBrush. Click on the tool palette ...more

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How to use the Ctrl + Help option in ZBrush

Use the Ctrl + Help option in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use the Ctrl + Help option in ZBrush. Like most ...more

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How to use the undo command in ZBrush

Use the undo command in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use the undo command in ZBrush. Just like most ...more

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How to divide your model in ZBrush

Divide your model in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to divide your model in ZBrush. You have the ability ...more

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How to draw attributes in ZBrush

Draw attributes in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to draw attributes in ZBrush. Whether you're working ...more

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How to hide and show the mesh in ZBrush

Hide and show the mesh in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to hide and show the mesh in ZBrush. Often when ...more

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How to paint masks in ZBrush

Paint masks in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to paint masks in ZBrush. Painting masks on your ...more

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How to paint on a model in Zbrush

Paint on a model in Zbrush

This 3D modeling software tutorial is all about UVs and using them in Zbrush. Learn how to paint on a model and why it's important to use ...more

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How to work with alphas in Zbrush

Work with alphas in Zbrush

This video series is all about alphas in Zbrush! Step away from learning how to sculpt in Zbrush, and learn how to work, in-depth, with ...more

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How to use Zapplink with Zbrush 3.1

Use Zapplink with Zbrush 3.1

ZAppLink 3 is a ZBrush plugin that allows you to seamlessly integrate your favorite image editing software into your ZBrush 3.1 workflow. In ...more

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How to mirror geometry in Zbrush

Mirror geometry in Zbrush

This software tutorial shows you how to mirror geometry when modeling in Zbrush. This is a more non-organic method of sculpting in Zbrush ...more

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How to make a biped out of Zspheres in Zbrush

Make a biped out of Zspheres in Zbrush

This Zbrush tutorial shows you how to make a biped character out of Zspheres. NOTE: This link is to a Flash version of the first 5 ...more

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How to use localized subdivisions inside of Zbrush

Use localized subdivisions inside of Zbrush

In this Maya and Zbrush integration lesson we will learn how to use local subdivisions inside of ZBrush. Using local subdivision allows you ...more

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How to use mesh extraction to create new geometry in Zbrush 3

Use mesh extraction to create new geometry in Zbrush 3

In this lesson we will learn how to use mesh extraction in ZBrush ...more

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How to use transpose to quickly pose models in Zbrush 3

Use transpose to quickly pose models in Zbrush 3

In this lesson we will learn how to use the transpose tool in ZBrush 3 ...more

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How to adjust Zbrush meshes in Maya

Adjust Zbrush meshes in Maya

In this lesson we will learn how to make adjustments to a ZBrush base mesh using Maya. This tutorial is especially helpful for working with ...more

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How to create a good workflow for sculpting in Zbrush

Create a good workflow for sculpting in Zbrush

This 5 part tutorial goes through the right steps to use when ...more

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How to use the Mesh Insert brush to add details in Zbrush 3

Use the Mesh Insert brush to add details in Zbrush 3

Adding details to a model in Zbrush is not always easy. In this lesson ...more

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How to start 3D meshes in ZBrush

Start 3D meshes in ZBrush

Start 3D Meshes with this free ZBrush tutorials. ZClassroom.com Pixologic.com present this tutorial on using 3D meshes in this design ...more

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How to save documents and tools in ZBrush

Save documents and tools in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to save documents and tools in ZBrush. There are a ...more

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How to use 2-1/2D and 3D in ZBrush

Use 2-1/2D and 3D in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use 2-1/2D and 3D in ZBrush. One of the many ...more

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How to use smoothing in ZBrush

Use smoothing in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use smoothing in ZBrush. Often you'll be adding a ...more

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How to use the Alt + Key option in ZBrush

Use the Alt + Key option in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use the Alt + Key option in ZBrush. See how to ...more

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How to use the edit mode in ZBrush

Use the edit mode in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use the edit mode in ZBrush. the edit button ...more

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How to use the local button in ZBrush

Use the local button in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use the local button in ZBrush. Often while you ...more

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How to use topological masking in ZBrush

Use topological masking in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to use topological masking in ZBrush. The reason you ...more

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How to work with layers in ZBrush

Work with layers in ZBrush

Pixologic, the makers of ZBrush present this video tutorial from the ZClassroom on how to work with layers in ZBrush. You can store your ...more

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How to model a lizard creature in Zbrush 3.0

Model a lizard creature in Zbrush 3.0

This tutorial shows you how to model a lizard and prepare it for texturing in Zbrush. The goals are to remember to pay attention to real ...more

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How to paint with pixels in Zbrush

Paint with pixels in Zbrush

This 3D modeling software tutorial explains how to paint with pixels on a model in Zbrush. When you paint with pixels what you do is get ...more

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How to use layers to create facial morphs in Zbrush 3.0

Use layers to create facial morphs in Zbrush 3.0

Doing Facial Morphs within Zbrush has never been easier now that we ...more

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How to use Zspheres in Zbrush

Use Zspheres in Zbrush

In this 3D modeling software tutorial you will learn how to use Zspheres in Zbrush. This tutorial gives a general overview of how the ...more

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How to achieve a smoother model in Zbrush

Achieve a smoother model in Zbrush

This Zbrush tutorial shows how a smooth look when modeling can be achieved just by removing some higher Sub-Division levels and re-working ...more

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How to apply texture maps to a creature in Zbrush 3

Apply texture maps to a creature in Zbrush 3

This four part tutorial is Lesson 11 in the Zbrush series from Jason Welsh. It explains almost everything you need to know to texture a 3D ...more

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How to create and texture a shield in Photoshop and Zbrush

Create and texture a shield in Photoshop and Zbrush

This Zbrush 3.1 tutorial covers using layers and Alpha Shapes and a ...more

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How to create hair in Maya and transfer it to Zbrush

Create hair in Maya and transfer it to Zbrush

This tutorial covers using Paint effects with Maya to quickly make ...more

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How to debug Zbrush displacement maps in Maya & Max

Debug Zbrush displacement maps in Maya & Max

Debug your Zbrush displacement maps with this handy video. Both in Maya and in 3D Studio Max.

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How to create displacement maps in Zbrush for Maya

Create displacement maps in Zbrush for Maya

This covers displacement mapping in a WHOLE new way in the Maya Zbrush workflow. Using Alpha grabs in Zbrush you are able to displace ...more

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How to add Zspheres to a sculpted character in Zbrush 3.1

Add Zspheres to a sculpted character in Zbrush 3.1

So, you want to add some weird things, like horns to your 3D animated ...more

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How to use the Smart ReSymmetry feature in Zbrush

Use the Smart ReSymmetry feature in Zbrush

In this lesson we will learn about Smart ReSymmetry feature in ZBrush. The Smart ReSymmetry feature allows you to take the sculpted detail ...more

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How to create advanced Zbrush textures with Maya alphas

Create advanced Zbrush textures with Maya alphas

Using Maya you'll learn to produce an alpha to use in Zbrush. Very ...more

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How to use mouse averaging in Zbrush

Use mouse averaging in Zbrush

In this 3d sculpting software lesson we will learn how to use Mouse Averaging inside of ZBrush. Mouse averaging helps get cleaner results ...more

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How to seperate a Maya model for texturing in Zbrush 3.1

Seperate a Maya model for texturing in Zbrush 3.1

Learn how to separate your model based on texture and material in the ...more

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