Just a Nerdy making nerdy things

For those wondering, yes, many of my patterns are based on 3D models that I make from scratch.

I always start out with a sketch of the monster in my style. Either the whole thing or parts of it, to get an idea of what details I want. Parts that I sketch out sometimes don't stick and are always subject to change.

Then I make a ref sheet, some of you may recognize the layout of this as a more traditional looking model sheet, just enough for what I need, the shape of the main plush. It just makes the whole modeling process easier and more towards how it will look in testing.

Then I go to modeling. I try to go for sorta low poly, nothing too extreme, but the goal is usually to get a sense of scale and placement of the seam lines for plush making. Here, I can easily make any adjustments like head and wing size (common things I adjust). It's easier for me to take the UVs and make a pattern out of them.

If you read this far, I'll also show another project I've been working on, along with Safij'iiva:

Yes, I am also making an Arkveld plush. This one is pretty far along and might get done sooner than the due date I have for this. I've decided to make 2 of these, one smaller (similar to this size) for a friend and a larger one for a commission.

I'll post updates on this as I go along.