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Learn ZBrush digital sculpting for film & games

Fast-track your career with personalized courses and industry mentorship

Overview

Learn digital sculpting with ZBrush from professional artists

Fast-track your way to becoming a 3D modeler for film and games with expert career training and mentorship.

Our online digital sculpting courses are designed by industry experts who have worked at major film and game studios. Learn ZBrush from the pros and graduate with the skills and confidence to hit the ground running!

Why learn ZBrush at CG Spectrum:

Progress faster with mentorship from world-class artists
Get support and industry insights in our online community
1-on-1 or small group classes (max 4 students)
Flexible schedules and 100% online. Learn from anywhere!

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CG Spectrum graduates can be found working at film and game studios all over the world

Expert-led online ZBrush courses

Progress faster with mentorship from talented digital sculptors and graduate with the skills to pursue a career in film and games. See how our courses work in the video below.

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Flexible scheduling

Plan studies around your work and family commitments

Industry mentors

Learn from experts who have worked on major films and games

Job-ready skills

Build practical job skills studios are hiring for

Payment plans

Pursue your passion and start working sooner

Specialized courses to learn digital sculpting with ZBrush

Get more out of your education! Industry-approved curriculum, live weekly sessions with your mentor, personalized feedback on your work, plus a supportive online community cheering you on.

3D Modeling Course Pathway

CG Spectrum's online digital sculpting courses are a complete study pathway to help you become a 3D modeler for films and video games! Discover how to create industry-standard 3D characters, assets and environments using ZBrush, Maya, Substance Painter - powerful tools used by many studios. Gain speed and confidence, acquire critical job skills and graduate with a strong portfolio.

3 MONTHS

Course summary:

This short course covers all the 3D modeling for beginners essentials: navigating Maya’s interface, understanding professional workflows, commonly used tools, and building 3D assets from scratch. You'll get to know the differences between film and video game models, learn high poly 3D modeling techniques and how to convert your models for video games, and add textures in Substance Painter.

By the end of this course you'll know how to set up proper workflows in Maya, retopologize objects for clean line flow, create hard surface assets for film & games, and texture and present your work.

Note: This short course is also the first term of the Foundations of 3D Modeling Course, so you’ll be one-third of the way through if you choose to continue!

6-9 MONTHS

Course summary:

Build on your foundation with more complex exercises focusing on creature, character, environment and hard surface modeling.

Learn 3D character modeling for video games and film using human anatomy basics, and create a game ready, fully textured 3D character with hair, clothing, and accessories. Next, you’ll get an environment concept design and build a 3D environment from scratch. Finish off by texturing and lighting your environment for your portfolio.

In the last term, you'll apply your character modeling skills to digitally sculpt a creature using Zbrush. Detail it with skin, scales and fur using various techniques. Play with hard surface objects like weapons, armor and vehicles and practice creating clean, smooth surfaces. Find out how hard surface objects differ from organic models, and how to pose and render your creature for presentation. Finish with a few new pieces for your portfolio!

Note: The Introduction to 3D Modeling Certificate is embedded in this course. If you complete the 3-month introductory course, you'll be one-third of the way through this course!

9 MONTHS

Course summary:

Learn advanced skills studios are hiring for and gain speed in Zbrush, Houdini, Maya and Substance Painter.

This advanced 3D modeling course you'll learn how to create a fully rendered character for film and for games. Using human anatomy principles you'll jump right into creating a character with believable form and proportions. Next, you'll learn how to retopologize your character to reduce poly-count and develop clean geometry while adding clothing, accessories and details to create a completely textured and rendered character for your portfolio.

Time to learn environment modeling for film and video games and have a go at building your own digital scene. Create a base mesh using procedural techniques in Houdini, explore organic modeling by creating rocks, trees, and foliage, and find out how to use them effectively in your scene. Discover proper UV unwrapping techniques to texture large environments.

Your final term is dedicated to career development and portfolio preparation so you graduate ready for your career as a 3D modeler for film and games!

MENTORS

Learn digital sculpting from industry veterans

Get direct access to passionate industry professionals with years of experience working with major clients and studios.

Bryan Bentley's Work

Bryan Bentley

Bryan's award winning experience includes lead positions at ILM and Rhythm & Hues working films like The Golden Compass, Rango, Pacific Rim, and Transformers 2 and 3.

Curriculum Manager of 3D Modeling

Known for Pacific Rim

Hamza Javed's Work

Hamza Javed

ILM Modeler and Digital Artist, Hamza's worked on blockbusters like Ford v Ferrari, Spider-Man: Far from Home, Captain Marvel, Tomb Raider, Thor: Ragnarok and Logan.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Captain Marvel

Fiona Wong's Work

Fiona Wong

Fiona is a Lead Environment Artist at Framestore in Canada, working in feature films and TV with over 7 years of experience in the industry and most recently, on Thor: Love and Thunder.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Thor: Love and Thunder

Angela Mikrut's Work

Angela Mikrut

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for The King's Man

Rajbir Dhalla's Work

Rajbir Dhalla

Australian based 3D artist Rajbir has worked at D-Neg, ILM, Digital Domain and Rising Sun on features like Spider-Man: Far from Home, Thor: Ragnarok, Alien: Covenant, Logan, X-Men: Apocalypse, and Godzilla.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Alien: Covenant

Irene Matar's Work

Irene Matar

Both a digital and traditional sculptor, Irene has worked on 2D, 3D, and stop-motion feature films, video games, and toys. Most recently, they’ve worked at Riot Games and Disney feature.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Wreck-It Ralph 2

Anton Tenitsky's Work

Anton Tenitsky

First a texture artist at Nickelodeon, then a 3D character artist at Gameloft, Anton is ahead of the curve when using emerging software for real-time graphics and film production.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Penguins of Madagascar

Nick Barone's Work

Nick Barone

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for World of Tanks

David Cunningham's Work

David Cunningham

David is a Lead Hard Surface Modeler and Career Coach at DNEG and has worked on projects including Snowpiercer, Enola Holmes, and Moonfall.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Enola Holmes

Matt Clapperton's Work

Matt Clapperton

Before becoming the senior environment artist on Apex Legends, Matt worked at EA, Digital Domain, ILM, MPC, Method and Cinesite on films like Aquaman, Ratchet & Clank and triple-A game FIFA 2017.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Aquaman

Pierre Debras's Work

Pierre Debras

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Arcane

Tamer Eldib's Work

Tamer Eldib

Working across film, TV, and games, Tamer has held multiple roles as a modeler and generalist. Currently working as a CG Supervisor, recent projects include Marvel's What If…? and The Expanse.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for The Mandalorian

Jon Krummel's Work

Jon Krummel

From major Disney hits like Frozen, Zootopia, and Wreck-it Ralph to Disneyland theme park rides, Jon's 20 years in the business have made him an accomplished environment artist.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Zootopia

Shaun Stephenson's Work

Shaun Stephenson

Shaun’s 20+ year 3D career includes roles as a lead artist, technical artist, 3D modeler, and environment artist. He’s worked at EA, ILM, Lucasfilm, Ubisoft, 2K, and Digital Domain. He also has real-time 3D experience.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Transformers: Dark of the Moon

Chris Flynn's Work

Chris Flynn

Chris has worked in the 3D industry for 12 years and is now a Senior 3D Lead Artist at Dekogon Studios where he leads teams of artists ranging from 2 to 30 at any given time.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Werewolf: the Apocalypse

Hamish Beachman's Work

Hamish Beachman

A professional 3D artist since 2003, Hamish currently works as a Lead Environment Modeler at WetaFX in New Zealand, joining back in 2009 to work on the very first Avatar. In his spare time, he does photogrammetry and real-time rendering.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Jungle Cruise

Anna Beganskaya's Work

Anna Beganskaya

Since 2015, Anna has worked as a 3D character artist at Riot Games, Sirship Syndicate, and Blizzard, on titles including League of Legends (merch), Darksiders Genesis, Heroes of the Storm, and Ruined King.

Known for Heroes of the Storm

Dylan Ekren's Work

Dylan Ekren

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for Ralph Breaks the Internet

Matteo Sala's Work

Matteo Sala

Matteo is a Senior Character and Creature Modeler at Framestore, London. With a background in traditional sculpture and creature design, he can bring a character from the concept stage to a final, production-ready asset.

Mentor of 3D Modeling

Known for The Batman

CG Spectrum seemed too good to be true. Looking back, it was the best decision.

Every mentor and staff member has been so hands-on and directly involved in my learning. Co-Directors of top box office movies and supervisors of major Netflix TV shows are giving me feedback on my projects. Students also have access to a strong community, and an awesome career class to prepare you for your dream job.

Stephanie S
3D Modeling

I have nothing but positive things to say about my experience at CG Spectrum.

I recently finished Introduction to 3D Modeling course. I went in with about a year’s worth of other online 3D modeling courses, but nothing compared to CG Spectrum. I learnt so much from this course, and I had an amazing mentor (Anton Tenitsky) who pushed me to perfection. It was the best decision I made in order to pursue my end goal. I took the next step and enrolled in the advanced course!

Luis M
3D Modeling

The course material covers a lot in a shorter time frame.

I was really happy with the constructive feedback given to me by my mentor for a 1-on-1 Introduction to 3D Modeling program. The industry tips and workflows recommended helped me get a more robust understanding of workflow fundamentals. I'd recommend CG Spectrum for the calibre of training.

Pronoy D
3D Modeling

One of the best learning experiences of my life.

In less than a year I was able to achieve results I could never imagine!

Pietro T
3D Modeling

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