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What is Level of Detail (LOD) in 3D Modeling? | Techniques & software

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They can be rigged and animated, placed as a stationary object in a scene, combined with other assets to create a set/environment, simmed or destroyed, and used for shadows or holdouts. Texture baking Texture baking allows you to generate 2D texture maps from a 3D model's high polygon count and is a technique used particularly in video games.

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A comprehensive guide to in-demand roles in film and games

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3D models can be rigged and then animated, placed as stationary objects in a scene by a layout artist, simulated or destroyed by an FX artist, and used for shadows or holdouts by a lighting artist. 3D modeling software 3D modelers use a range of software for modeling, sculpting, and texturing.

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From Concept to Completion: Navigating the Game Art Production Pipeline 

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Today, advancements in tools like ZBrush, Unreal Engine, and Substance Painter have revolutionized the pipeline, making it more streamlined and efficient. Building Game-Ready Assets Once concept art is finalized, 3D artists translate designs into optimized, engine-ready models. Hard surface modelling (e.g.,