Coursework (Patreon)

Consider this a journal.

I have been increasingly disappointed in my work, not necessarily for  the animation or feedback, but my models are stale and I can't do much  about it. A lot of other animators have such a wide selection of  creatures and characters to choose from thanks to so many artists  working in Blender. I, however, do not work in Blender. I work in Maya  instead. I've invested too much into Maya to switch now though and  unfortunately, I really don't know anyone that I could ask for help in  regards to making new models to animate with. Well, I know one person  but they don't touch NSFW material so that's not an option. The other  issue, due to my lack of rigging experience, is that I find it  incredibly difficult to modify an existing model to better suit the  animation. Like adding an anus to a character/creature. I just don't  have a lot of spare energy to learn, and to learn with consistency. Now  it's been a couple months since I was last able to continue my  coursework and I have forgotten a fair amount because I'm not  consistently using the knowledge.

The solution:

I'm going to halt work on the next project I was originally planning for  July 5th and pour my time and energy into modeling/rigging coursework.  Realistically it's only 40-50 hours of course videos, but we all know  actually going through the videos involves pausing and trying the  concept being taught, as well as repeating content or practicing before  moving on. I feel confident that if I focus on coursework without having  to worry about a big project, I'll be able to finish it and apply it.

The goal:

After completing the coursework, I should be able to make new models,  modify old models, and even rig it all. I'll be able to improve the  quality of the characters/creatures being used. I can modify any of them  in order to achieve a special goal if necessary. And with every new  model/rig I'll get faster and better. I'll be able to have a wider  variety of "cast members" so to speak.

But don't worry - I do have new content coming out for July. I have a  small sponsored update to Treating Fenrir featuring weight play as well  as a wonderful audio upgrade to Dragon's Trap.

Thank you for your understanding and patience while I take my skills and work to the next level.

Feedback, questions, concerns welcome