<p><strong>Pixologic ZBrush 2020: A Comprehensive Guide</strong>textbook covers all features of <i>ZBrush 2020</i> in a simple, lucid, and comprehensive manner. It gives in-depth details of the concepts and explains the usage and tools of <i>ZBrush</i> such as <i>DynaMesh</i>, <i>NanoMesh</i>, <i>ZRemesher</i>, <i>ZModeler</i>, <i>NanoMesh</i>, and <i>KeyShot renderer</i>. This textbook will unleash your creativity and transform your imagination into reality, thus helping you create <i>realistic 3D models</i>. In this edition, the author has provided detailed explanation of some new and enhanced concepts such as <i>CamView</i> and <i>Spotlight</i>. Moreover, new <i>sculpting brushes</i> like <i>XTractor and HistoryRecall</i> have been covered. Additionally, the concepts like <i>Array</i>, <i>ZPlugin</i>, and <i>FiberMesh</i> are explained with the help of step by step instructions.<br></p><h3>Salient Features of the Book:<br></h3><ul><li>Consists of 12 chapters & 1 project that are organized in a pedagogical sequence.<br></li><li>Covers all aspects such as modeling, texturing, lighting, & animation in <i>ZBrush</i>.<br></li><li>Tutorial approach to explain the concepts and usage of tools.<br></li><li>First page of every chapter summarizes the topics that are covered in the chapter.<br></li><li>Additional information is provided throughout the book in the form of notes and tips.</li><li>Self-Evaluation test & Review Questions at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledge.</li></ul><h3>Table of Contents<br></h3><p>Chapter 1: Exploring ZBrush Interface<br>Chapter 2: Sculpting Brushes<br>Chapter 3: Introduction to Digital Sculpting<br>Chapter 4: SubTools and FiberMesh<br>Chapter 5: ZSpheres<br>Chapter 6: DynaMesh, NanoMesh, and ZRemesher<br>Chapter 7: ShadowBox<br>Chapter 8: Materials in ZBrush<br>Chapter 9: Texturing in ZBrush<br>Chapter 10: UV Master<br>Chapter 11: Lighting<br>Chapter 12: Rendering<br>Project 1: Cartoon Character Modeling<br>Index<br></p><h3>Free Teaching and Learning Resources:<br></h3>CADCIM Technologies provides the following free teaching and learning resources with this book:<ul><li>Technical support by contacting <em>techsupport@cadcim.com</em></li><li>ZBrush files used in tutorials</li><li>Customizable PowerPoint Presentations of every chapter <strong>(For Faculty only)</strong></li><li>Instructor Guide with solution to all review questions and instructions to create the models for exercises <strong>(For Faculty only)</strong><strong></strong><br></li></ul><h3><strong>About the Authors:</strong></h3><p>CADCIM Technologies, <strong>Prof. Sham Tickoo</strong> of Purdue University Northwest, and the team of dedicated contributing authors at CADCIM Technologies are committed to bring you the best textbooks, eBooks, and free teaching and learning resources on Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM), Computer Programming and Applications, GIS, Civil, Animation and Visual Effects, and related technologies. We strive to be the first and the best. That is our promise and our goal.</p><p>Our team of authors consists of highly qualified and experienced animation and visual effects artists who have a strong academic and industrial background.