Hard-Surface Modeling Courses and Certifications

Escape Studios

Mech Modelling - ZBrush Hard Surface Tutorial

Learn key techniques for hard-surface modelling in ZBrush with VFX tutor Jonathan McFall. Discover fast and creative methods to create 3D mech concepts using primitives, masking, and boolean operations.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pixologic ZBrush

Pavlovich Workshop - TMNT Ninja Turtles - Michael Pavlovich - ZBrush

Aprenda técnicas avançadas de modelagem 3D em ZBrush para criar personagens detalhados, incluindo escultura, texturização e design de superfícies duras, usando os Tartarugas Ninja como exemplo.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pixologic ZBrush

ZBrush 2021.7.1 - Live Look Into the New Version! Aliens Armored Personnel Carrier - Paul Gaboury

Explore ZBrush 2021.7.1's new features while creating a detailed Aliens Armored Personnel Carrier model. Learn hard surface modeling techniques for sci-fi spacecraft design.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pixologic ZBrush

ZBrush Presentation - Hard Surface Modeling with Paul Gaboury

Explore hard surface modeling, rendering with Redshift, and advanced texturing techniques in ZBrush 2023. Learn professional tips for creating weathered metal components and realistic materials.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Polygon Runway

Boolean Modeling in Blender - Quick Tip Tutorial

Effective boolean and hard surface modeling workflow in Blender 2.83, covering setup, Boolean modifiers, Bevel modifiers, and editing techniques for efficient 3D modeling.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Grant Abbitt

Ray Gun Beginners Tutorial - Blender 2.8 - Easy Follow Along

Learn to model a fun ray gun in Blender 2.8, covering subdivision surfaces, hard surface modeling, and curve modeling techniques. Perfect for beginners looking to enhance their 3D modeling skills.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

CG Cookie

Modeling a M4 Rifle - Blender Tutorial

Learn to model a detailed M4 rifle in Blender 2.6 with this hard-surface modeling tutorial. Part 15 covers the charging handle, focusing on techniques like rounding off, inset extrude, and handle creation.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

CG Cookie

Simple Blender Model for Beginners - Creating a Photo-Real Chess Pawn

Learn to create a photorealistic chess pawn in Blender, covering modeling, materials, and lighting. Perfect for beginners to practice essential 3D skills and tools.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

CG Cookie

Hard Surface Mechanical Kitbashing Workflow with Blender 2.8

Learn to create mechanical creatures using kitbashing techniques in Blender 2.8. Discover how to combine pre-made 3D model parts for efficient and creative hard surface modeling.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

CG Cookie

Modeling a Snow Sled with Blender 2.8

Create a classic snow sled in Blender 2.8 through hard surface modeling techniques. Learn to source references, generate modeling sheets, and master the entire 3D modeling process from scratch.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

CG Cookie

Modeling an M4 Rifle in Blender - Part 1

Learn to model a detailed M4 assault rifle in Blender 2.6 through this hard-surface modeling tutorial. Part 1 of a 15-part series covering reference images, basic shapes, and initial modeling techniques.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Polygon Runway

Oxygen Container Tutorial with Glass Material in Blender

Learn to create a sci-fi oxygen container using hard surface modeling and glass shader techniques in Blender 2.91. Master 3D illustration skills for eye-catching designs in this quick tutorial.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Polygon Runway

Sci-Fi Control Room in Blender - 3D Modeling Hard Surface Process

Learn hard surface modeling techniques to create a sci-fi control room in Blender 2.8. Follow along with the workflow for designing futuristic environments inspired by popular sci-fi franchises.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Polygon Runway

Computer Board in Blender - 3D Modeling Process

Learn to create a detailed 3D computer board model in Blender 2.8, incorporating hard surface objects and futuristic glass elements. Gain insights into technical illustration techniques and workflow tricks.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

CG Cookie

Modeling a Sci-fi Gyrocopter - Part 18: Front Tail Section

Learn to model the front portion of a sci-fi gyrocopter's tail in Blender 2.6. Part 18 of a comprehensive 20-part vehicle modeling tutorial series by Jonathan Williamson.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video