Squeaky Clean Topology in Blender

Create accurate deformations and optimized geometry for characters and hard surface models

Michael Steppig

BIRMINGHAM—MUMBAI

Squeaky Clean Topology in Blender

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To my grade school English teacher, Joanne Heffernan, whose patience and love compelled me to write more than I ever wanted to.

– Michael Steppig

Contributors

About the author

Michael Steppig is a professional Blender user. He specializes in topology and character modeling. He started modeling in 2013 and has watched 3D modeling and Blender develop over the last decade. He has a strong passion for topology and ample experience, having modeled hundreds of 3D assets. These include characters, hard surface models, and nearly every asset he uses. He has taught multiple students all aspects of Blender as a private tutor.

I want to thank all of the people who helped me through the writing of this book – my family and friends, who all supported me when the writing was most difficult. I would also like to thank the team members at Packt who worked with me, as they were more than patient as I balanced this book with university. I could not have completed this book without their constant gentle support.

About the reviewer

Jesse Tomi is a self-taught Nigerian 3D generalist based in Abuja, Nigeria. He co-manages a start-up focused on creating seamless virtual experiences. Jesse is a graduate of educational technology from the University of Ilorin and has been involved with 3D graphics and animation for 5 years.