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Old 18-07-2003, 10:04 PM   #1
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Hi,

This is my first wip on this site.

This is a cartoon style snail that will be used in a short animation.

The model only has to be simple, but does anyone have any suggestions on improving the model before i start texturing?
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Old 19-07-2003, 10:25 AM   #2
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He looks cool.. If its going to be used in closeup shots like this one maybe some more geometry on the head would be good.. also I think the shell itself looks a little small compared to the snail but maybe thats how its supposed to be.. good work anyways! looking forward to seeing him textured

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Old 19-07-2003, 03:40 PM   #3
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Thanks DigiMatt,

I've made the shell a little bigger, it was a bit too small. I've attached a wireframe view this time. I would be interested in any advice on what i can improve on the head. This is the first model i've created without any reference or tutorials
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Old 19-07-2003, 08:11 PM   #4
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Looks good, Rincewind - I have to confess that despite all my comments on this site, I still haven't posted any of my WIPs yet - maybe I should rectify that at some point.
Is this a box modelled character you've done here? I'm just assuming it is judging by the shape you've got for the main body.
As for improving the head - what are you looking to improve about it? I think it looks pretty good as it is. The teeth remind me a bit of the Wallace and Gromit style teeth - not a bad thing by any means!
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Old 20-07-2003, 06:18 PM   #5
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I love the Wallace and gromit feel to it! I think you should add a small tail and maybe just a little more geometry around the eyes to help with the blinking morph you may set up....I think it's very cute, good work!
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Old 20-07-2003, 10:35 PM   #6
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Thanks for the comments guys

quaoar: There is actually a small tail, but it can't be seen frm the angle i've posted. I'll put a better angle on the next update.
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