Setup Blender for Sculpting:
Download and install the latest version of Blender from Blender’s official website.
Open Blender to start a new project.
Preparing the Workspace:
Set up the scene by deleting the default cube (select it and press X, then Enter).
Add a base mesh for the boy and cat using Shift + A and selecting Mesh > UV Sphere.
Sculpting the Boy:
Switch to Sculpt Mode (from the mode dropdown in the top-left corner).
Shape the UV sphere into a basic form of the girl’s head using the Grab tool (G key).
Carve out facial features (nose, eyes, mouth) using tools like Clay Strips, Draw, and Smooth.
Add body parts (e.g., body and limbs) using additional meshes (e.g., Shift + A, then Mesh > Cylinder).
Sculpt clothing and hair using the Snake Hook tool and Clay Strips.
Sculpting the Cat:
Create another UV sphere for the cat’s head and a cylinder for the body.
Use the Grab tool to shape the basic forms of the cat’s head and body.
Sculpt facial features, ears, tail, and add paws.
Combining the Models:
Switch back to Object Mode.
Position the boy and cat relative to each other.
Join all parts of the boy and cat into one object (select and press Ctrl + J).
Detailing and Refining:
Add small details like fingers, hair strands, and cat fur.
Use the Smooth tool to refine any rough surfaces.
Texturing and Painting:
Unwrap UVs in Edit Mode (select the object and press U).
Switch to Texture Paint mode and paint skin, hair, clothing, and fur.
Lighting and Rendering:
Add lights to the scene (e.g., Shift + A, then Light > Area Light or Point Light).
Adjust light position and intensity.
Set up a camera (e.g., Shift + A, then Camera) and frame the shot.
Configure render settings (choose Cycles as the rendering engine).
Press F12 to render the image and save it.
Exporting the Model:
Go to File > Export and choose the desired format (e.g., .obj or .fbx).
Remember, these steps provide a solid foundation, but feel free to explore Blender’s documentation and specialized tutorials for more advanced techniques. Happy sculpting!
