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Materials and Mapping Tutorials

Mapping the Shirt

 

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Mapping a Character

This tutorial explains how to map a character model with the Unwrap UVW modifier. This modifier provides a wealth of tools that go well beyond traditional mapping techniques. You will use the character you built in the Modeling a Low-Poly Character tutorial to that effect.

You will use Unwrap UVW to map textures using simple methods like planar or cylindrical mapping. You will also use it to map textures using more elaborate methods such as Pelt mapping to map the camouflage texture seamlessly around the pants.

In this tutorial, you will learn how to:

• Apply materials to objects.
• Apply the UVW Modifier.
• Use simple mapping techniques such as Planar and Cylindrical.
• Work with Material IDs to separate mapping types.

Skill level: Intermediate

Time to complete: 1 to 2 hours