The Wild Render is an intensive, 12-week live online masterclass designed for artists aiming to produce cinematic-quality, photorealistic creatures. Focused on a detailed wolf character, this course provides a deep dive into the Advanced Modeling, Sculpting, and Grooming techniques demanded by the VFX and feature film industries.
You will learn the complete production workflow: crafting clean base meshes in Maya, performing high-frequency detailing in ZBrush, and culminating in complex XGen/nHair grooming and physically accurate rendering using Arnold. By the end of this course, you will have a stunning, professional-grade portfolio piece and a mastery of the tools required to tackle any complex animal or creature project.
This masterclass is specifically designed for Intermediate to Advanced 3D artists who are comfortable with the basics of Maya and ZBrush and are ready to push the quality of their work to a photorealistic, production level.
Item | Detail |
| Title | The Wild Render: Advanced Wolf Modeling and Grooming |
| Duration | 12 Weeks (Live Online Masterclass) |
| Goal | Create a cinematic-quality, photorealistic wolf character for VFX/Film portfolio. |
| Target Audience | Intermediate to Advanced 3D Artists (comfortable with Maya/ZBrush basics). |
| Core Software | Maya, ZBrush, Arnold Renderer, XGen/nHair |
| Curriculum Overview | Weeks 1-3: Modeling, Topology, and UVs (Maya). Weeks 4-6: Sculpting, Detailing, and Map Generation (ZBrush). Weeks 7-8: Texturing and Shading (PBR/SSS setup). Weeks 9-10: Advanced Hair Grooming and Styling (XGen). Weeks 11-12: Cinematic Lighting, Rendering, and Compositing (Arnold/Pipeline). |
| Pricing | Visit this page for price details: https://bstech3d.com/courses/ |
Item | Detail |
| Title | The Wild Render: Advanced Wolf Modeling and Grooming |
| Format | 12-Week Live Online Masterclass (Interactive sessions with Q&A) |
| Software | Maya, ZBrush, Arnold Renderer (XGen/nHair) |
| Duration | 12 weeks live instruction |
| Pricing | visit this page for price details. https://bstech3d.com/courses/ |
The course utilises the following software: Maya, Arnold Renderer, Xgen, ZBrush, Mari, Marvelous Designer, Photoshop and Da Vinci Resolve.
The course comprises 28 videos spanning over 15 hours, delving into the following topics:
Likeness Sculpting
Texturing
Look-Development
Grooming
Advanced Look-Development
Animating a Blink Sequence
Lighting/Rendering
Portfolio Presentation
Yes, instalments are now supported using Klarna or Clearpay at checkout. If this service is unavailable in your region, get in touch with me for a customised payment plan.
This course is not designed for beginners. It assumes a certain level of knowledge in 3D character creation and familiarity with the software used. I'd suggest starting with the basics first and then using this course to further enhance your skills.
You will gain access to downloadable content, such as a cross-polarized eye texture set, bespoke light setups and light textures ready to be integrated into your scenes, an Xgen expression sheet including hair colour randomisation and my basic rig and controllers, among other resources!
Yes! When you join the Character Course Discord server, you'll gain access to both myself and the community. Whether you have questions, seek feedback on your work, or want to browse for inspiration, you'll find a welcoming space to engage with like-minded individuals.
I offer generous discounts for students and educators purchasing for their classes. Feel free to reach out for more details!