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CGI & VFX MasterClass by MasterFlair (English Version)

Level I: The Foundation

Unit 1: Fundamentals of 3D Animation Sample Lesson

Session 01 – Introduction to the Animation Industry

Session 02 – Introduction to 3D Software

Session 03 – Understanding 3D Space

Session 04 – Object Transformations

Session 05 – Basic Modeling Concepts

Unit 2: Basic Polygonal Modeling Sample Lesson

Session 01 – Modeling a Simple Object (Cup or Chair)

Session 02 – Modeling Props – Crate/Barrel

Session 03 – Vehicle Basics – Simple Car Model

Session 04 – Introduction to Subdivision Modeling

Session 05 – Topology Basics

Unit 3: Introduction to Organic Modeling

Session 01 – Blocking a Character (Base Mesh)

Session 02 – Modeling a Simple Head

Session 03 – Modeling a Simple Hand

Session 04 – Edge Loops for Deformation

Session 05 – Smoothing and Cleanup

Unit 4: Environment & Composition

Session 01 – Blocking a Simple Room or Interior

Session 02 – Building Props (Lamp, Table, Books)

Session 03 – Scene Composition Basics

Session 04 – Intro to Lighting in Blender

Session 05 – Milestone Project: Review & Showcase

Level II: The Sculptor’s Forge

Unit 5: Advanced Topology Essentials

High-Poly vs Low-Poly Modeling

Boolean Operations & Cleanup

Advanced Modeling Tools

Topology for Animation vs. Games

Retopology in Blender

Unit 6: Hard Surface & Curve Modeling

Blockout – Sci-fi Helmet (Part 1)

Detail – Sci-fi Helmet (Part 2)

NURBS & Curve Modeling Basics

Prop Modeling – Weapon or Tool (Part 1)

Prop Modeling – Weapon or Tool (Part 2)

Unit 7: Digital Sculpting

Blender Sculpt Mode Introduction

Sculpting a Base Head (Part 1)

Sculpting a Base Head (Part 2)

Sculpting a Creature Bust

Sculpting Tools – Dynamesh & Remesh

Unit 8: The Art of UVs

Automatic UV Unwrapping

Manual Unwrapping Techniques

UV Layout Optimization

UVs for Games vs. Animation

Level III: The Visual Alchemist

Unit 9: Substance 3D Painter Fundamentals

Introduction to Substance Painter

Baking Maps in Substance 3D

Painting with Smart Materials

Adding Detail with Alphas & Brushes

Exporting Textures from Substance

Unit 10: Final Asset Texturing

Project Start – Texturing a Game Prop

Adding Surface Variation

Hand-Painting Accents

Finalizing & Exporting

Showcase & Feedback

Unit 11: Lighting Mastery

Introduction to Lighting in 3D

Three-Point Lighting Setup

Real-World vs. Artificial Lighting

Lighting for Mood & Atmosphere

Practical Lighting Examples

Unit 12: Rendering & Post-Processing

Introduction to Rendering Engines

Working with Eevee Render Engine

Working with Cycles Render Engine

Compositing & Color Correction

Milestone Project: Final Rendering

Level IV: The Puppet Master

Unit 13: Rigging Fundamentals

Introduction to Rigging Concepts

Creating Skeletons and Bone Structures

Forward and Inverse Kinematics (FK/IK)

Setting Up Controllers for Animation

Practical Application of Rigging

Unit 14: Advanced Rigging Techniques

Skinning and Weight Painting

Joint and Bone Constraints

Rigging for Stylized vs. Realistic Characters

Advanced Rigging with Drivers and Expressions

Refining and Testing the Rig

Unit 15: Facial Rigging & Controls

Introduction to Facial Rigging

Blend Shapes and Morph Targets

Setting Up Advanced Facial Rigging Controls

Advanced Control Rig Setups

Facial Rigging for Games vs. Cinematic

Unit 16: Rigging Final Assessment

Final Rigging Project – Preparation

Importing Rigged Character into Unity/Unreal

Setting Up Basic Animations for Testing

Reviewing and Polishing the Final Rig

Milestone Project: Final Review & Portfolio

Level V: The Life Breather

Unit 17: Animation Fundamentals

Introduction to the 12 Principles of Animation

Working with Keyframes and Animation Curves

Timing and Spacing in Animation

Understanding Easing and Motion

Creating Simple Animations with Keyframes

Unit 18: Body Mechanics (Walks & Runs)

Introduction to Walk Cycles

Walk Cycle – Understanding Weight Shifts

Refining Walk Cycles

Run and Jump Cycles

Weight Shifts in Character Animation

Unit 19: Acting & Expression

Introduction to Lip Syncing

Facial Expression and Emotion

Body Mechanics in Character Animation

Secondary Motion and Overlapping Actions

Acting and Performance in Animation

Unit 20: Advanced Animation

Animating Complex Movements and Actions

Polishing the Animation

Advanced Lip Sync and Dialogue Animation

Review of the Principles of Animation

Milestone Project: Final Animation Portfolio

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