Subsurface Scattering Courses and Certifications

Introduction to Materials in Houdini

22 ratings at Pluralsight

In this series of tutorials, we'll take an introductory look at materials in Houdini. Software required: Houdini 14.

• Pluralsight
• 1 hour 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

InspirationTuts

Subsurface Scattering - Enhancing 3D Realism

Explore subsurface scattering, a 3D effect that enhances realism in digital art by simulating light penetration and diffusion within translucent materials like skin, wax, or marble.

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

Creating a Cartoon Octopus Monster in Maya 2020

20 ratings at Udemy

Learn how to create a cute character using professional techniques in modeling, texturing, lighting and rendering.

• Udemy
• 4-5 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Maya: Advanced Materials

25 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Maya is an industry leader in 3D materials and shaders. In this course, learn how to create convincing physically based materials in Maya.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

3D Modeling for Beginners with Nomad Sculpt *NEW Updated*

Learn 3D modeling with Nomad Sculpt: create jewelry, pottery, toys, and more. Master tools like symmetry, remesh, and subsurface scatter. No prior experience needed, suitable for iPad and Android tablets.

• Skillshare
• 2 hours 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Photoshop: Texturing and Shading Techniques

17 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to work with shaders, brushes, colors, and highlights in Photoshop to perform shading and texturing of various materials and surfaces—hard, translucent, 3D, and more.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Pixologic ZBrush

ZBrush 2023 Presentation - Subsurface Scattering with Mike Thompson

Explore advanced ZBrush techniques with Mike Thompson, focusing on subsurface scattering, polypaint, and Redshift rendering. Learn professional workflows for creating stunning 3D character art.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Two Minute Papers

Separable Subsurface Scattering - Real-Time Rendering Technique

Explore a novel real-time rendering technique for translucent objects in computer games, enabling lifelike visuals of skin, marble, and more on standard hardware.

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

Dikko

Texturing Stylized Characters - Blocking Base Colors with Material Node Editor

Learn to efficiently block out base colors for stylized characters using Blender's Material Node Editor, with added techniques for vertex painting and subsurface scattering.

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

Parmy Baddhan

The Power of Subsurface Scattering Inside Daz Studio

Explore subsurface scattering techniques in Daz Studio to enhance skin coloration and achieve realistic or fantastical character renders.

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

SouthernShotty

Blender 3D - Character Skin Tutorial

Learn to create realistic character skin in Blender 3D using textures and subsurface scattering techniques. Enhance your 3D modeling skills with this practical tutorial.

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

Blender Guru

Blender Tutorial - How to Make Realistic Bread

Learn to create mouthwatering, photorealistic bread using Blender's advanced techniques like displacement and subsurface scattering. Perfect for 3D artists and food visualization enthusiasts.

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

CG Cookie

Expanding the Ubershader: Fake Caustics, SSS, and Utility Effects - Part 3

Learn advanced shader techniques in Cycles: fake caustics, subsurface scattering, and utility effects. Expand your Ubershader skills for creating complex, realistic materials in Blender.

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

CG Cookie

Creating a Realistic Head in Blender - Part 1: Base Mesh Modeling

Sculpt and model a realistic human head using a hybrid approach combining artistic sculpting and retopology techniques for an optimal base mesh in Blender.

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

Derek Banas

Blender 2.79 Tutorial - Cycles Render Shaders

Learn to use Cycles render shaders in Blender, including Diffuse, Glossy, Anisotropic, Toon, and more. Create realistic textures, simulate skin, and design beautiful diamonds using HDRI backgrounds.

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