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Ark Beasts #0001 – Leafyn (Professional 3D Character Creation) Project Overview I am creating a new original creature franchise called Ark Beasts for Second Life and future gaming projects. I am looking for a professional 3D Character Artist to recreate my first official creature: Ark Beast #0001 – Leafyn I will provide: * Front View Reference * Side View Reference * Rear View Reference * 3/4 View Reference * AI-generated 3D model (reference only) The AI model is provided strictly as a visual guide. The final work must be professionally modeled by hand and must NOT be AI-generated. ⸻ About Leafyn Leafyn is the first creature of the Ark Beasts franchise. Element: * Grass Category: * Leaf Pup Stage: * Hatchling Leafyn is intended to become the mascot and foundation creature of the Ark Beasts universe. The final model should be: * Cute * Memorable * Highly marketable * Easy to recognize * Faithful to the provided artwork The final result should preserve the visual identity of the concept art as closely as possible. ⸻ Modeling Requirements Polygon Budget Target: * Preferred: 8,000 – 12,000 triangles * Maximum: 15,000 triangles The mesh must be optimized for real-time rendering and suitable for use in Second Life. ⸻ Topology Requirements: * Clean topology * Quad-based topology preferred * Proper edge flow * Animation-friendly loops * No unnecessary geometry * No ngons The model must be suitable for future animation and future evolution stages. ⸻ Rigging Requirements The model must be delivered fully rigged. The rig must be compatible with: * Blender * Avastar * Second Life workflow Because Leafyn is a quadruped, a custom creature rig is preferred. Suggested structure: Main Body * Root * Pelvis * Spine_01 * Spine_02 * Chest * Neck * Head Front Legs Left: * FrontLeg_L_01 * FrontLeg_L_02 * FrontLeg_L_03 * FrontPaw_L Right: * FrontLeg_R_01 * FrontLeg_R_02 * FrontLeg_R_03 * FrontPaw_R Rear Legs Left: * RearLeg_L_01 * RearLeg_L_02 * RearLeg_L_03 * RearPaw_L Right: * RearLeg_R_01 * RearLeg_R_02 * RearLeg_R_03 * RearPaw_R Tail * Tail_01 * Tail_02 * Tail_03 * Tail_04 Ears Left: * Ear_L_01 * Ear_L_02 Right: * Ear_R_01 * Ear_R_02 Leaf Structures Head: * LeafHead_01 * LeafHead_02 * LeafHead_03 Neck: * LeafNeck_01 * LeafNeck_02 Tail: * LeafTail_01 * LeafTail_02 The leaf structures should be individually riggable. ⸻ Weight Painting Requirements Requirements: * Clean deformation * Natural bending * No collapsing joints * No stretching artifacts * Proper tail deformation * Proper ear deformation * Proper leaf deformation ⸻ Texturing Requirements Textures must be created manually. AI-generated textures are NOT acceptable. ⸻ Substance Painter Requirements The Substance Painter project file must be included. Required: * Fully organized layer structure * Smart Materials * Smart Masks * Non-destructive workflow I must be able to: * Change colors * Modify materials * Reuse smart materials * Reuse masks * Create future Ark Beasts using the same workflow The project must be delivered in a clean production-ready state. ⸻ Texture Deliverables Minimum resolution: 2048x2048 Preferred: 4096x4096 Required exports: * Base Color / Albedo * Normal Map * Roughness Map * Metallic Map (if used) * Ambient Occlusion * Emissive (if used) ⸻ Deliverables Required: * .blend * .fbx * .obj * Substance Painter project (.spp) * All exported textures * Rigged version * Unrigged version * Wireframe render * Turntable render ⸻ Future Franchise Requirements Leafyn is part of a 5-stage evolution chain. Future evolutions must inherit recognizable traits from Leafyn. The model should therefore be designed with future evolution stages in mind. Important traits that must be preserved: * Head shape * Ear shape * Eye shape * Tail silhouette * Leaf crown * Neck leaf collar * Overall personality ⸻ Important Notes * No AI-generated final model * No AI-generated topology * No AI-generated textures * No purchased or reused creature assets * Original work only The final model should become the official 3D master asset for Ark Beasts #0001 Leafyn. This may lead to a long-term collaboration for the creation of future Ark Beasts creatures and evolution stages.
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As an experienced 3D artist, I'm confident that I'm the best fit for your ambitious project. Not only do I specialize in 3D character design, but I also have vast experience with creating 3D models optimized for real-time rendering - a crucial aspect for your Second Life and gaming requirements. I guarantee clean topology with quad-based approaches and proper edge flow to make the model animation-friendly and suitable for future evolution stages, just as you envisioned. What sets me apart is my in-depth understanding of the tools needed for this project. I'm highly proficient in Blender and Avastar, vital for implementing a custom quadruped rig like Leafyn requires. Additionally, my expertise in Substance Painter aligns perfectly with your project specialization. From facilitating texture modifications to providing clean conditions to develop future mystic creatures, I ensure not only quality production but also smooth workflow. Moreover, having worked on similar projects where aesthetics are paramount, I fully comprehend the delicacy in retaining the visual identity of your concept while designing future Ark Beast evolutions. From preserving recognizable traits to staying true to overall personality, rest assured that your mascot will evolve gracefully while retaining its unique charm. Looking forward to bringing life to Leafyn and giving your franchise its much-deserved delightful creatures!
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Creating original, visually striking creatures is where I excel, and this project immediately caught my eye. My extensive experience in 3D Character Creation, including grass elements like Leafyn, makes me uniquely suited for this task. I am well-versed in **clean topology, quad-based topology, efficient edge flow, and ngon-free models** - ensuring my designs are always animation-ready and optimized for real-time rendering as per your requirements. Additionally, my rigging skills with Blender and Avastar align perfectly with the needs of quadrupeds like Leafyn. The Ark Beasts project aims to build a cohesive franchise around these characters, and my holistic approach to 3D work will ensure the ongoing success of that vision. As a seasoned professional in **textures created manually**, I never rely on AI-generated artworks. That said, my tactile understanding of textures extends to Substance Painter too - enabling me to deliver meticulously organized layers for easy future modification and customization as and when needed. In closing, hiring me guarantees that not only will you obtain an excellent Leafyn model but also a consistent and scalable universe for your franchise; one where **each evolved creature's distinctive traits are faithfully maintained**. Let's turn your concept art into a living, breathing character!
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Hello, I've reviewed your project and understand you need a fully original, production ready 3D creature for “Ark Beasts #0001 Leafyn” with clean topology, optimized real time performance, and a complete rigging and Substance Painter workflow for franchise scalability. I will build the model fully by hand based on your references, ensuring correct silhouette fidelity, clean quad topology, proper edge flow, and deformation ready structure suitable for quadruped animation and future evolution stages. The rig will be custom structured for Blender, Avastar, and Second Life compatibility with properly named bone hierarchy, clean weight painting, and smooth deformation across body, limbs, tail, ears, and leaf systems without collapsing or stretching issues. I will also prepare a production ready Substance Painter file with organized layers, reusable smart materials, and exportable texture maps to support future Ark Beasts creation consistency across the franchise. Also a quick question should Leafyn feel more grounded and realistic plant creature anatomy or more stylized mascot level exaggeration for stronger brand recognition Best Regards, Muskan
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As a seasoned 3D artist, proficient in the necessary software such as Blender and Avastar, I can lend an expert hand towards recreating Ark Beast #0001 – Leafyn. With over a year of experience in not just 3D modeling and character design but also Smart Material workflow in Substance Painter, I am capable of not only bringing Leafyn to life but also ensuring every aspect aligns faithfully with the provided references. My skills extend to clean deformation weight painting and optimization for real-time rendering - making my work compatible with Second Life's requirements. Speaking of the future, my extensive work in 3D architectural designs also equips me with the knowledge to create models suitable for future evolution stages. Given that Leafyn is just the beginning of your ambitious Ark Beasts franchise, this compatibility with future designs will prove invaluable.
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Greetings from unicorn animation. We can do that as per your requirement. We can provide clean topology, with required poly count, substance painter file included with all rigging process you have asked for. Looking forward to hearing from you. Team unicorn
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Hey, I've reviewed your project and understand you're looking for Leafyn to become the production-quality foundation asset for the entire Ark Beasts franchise, not just a one off character model. The most important part of this project is preserving the creature's identity while building a clean, animation ready asset that can support future evolutions, recolors, accessories, and gameplay use. The topology, rig structure, and Substance Painter workflow should all be designed with long term scalability in mind so future Ark Beasts can inherit core traits and production standards efficiently. Could you share the reference package and AI concept model so I can evaluate the creature's complexity and ensure the topology, rig hierarchy, and texture workflow are planned around the future five-stage evolution chain from the start? Regards, Atik
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Hi, I understand the project requirements for creating the original creature design, Ark Beast #0001 - Leafyn. With my experience in 3D Modelling and Animation, I assure you of professional quality, clear communication, and timely delivery. Having worked on similar creative tasks, I am confident in my ability to bring Leafyn to life authentically. In approaching this project, I would meticulously handcraft the model to ensure it aligns with your vision. Using tools like Blender and Substance Painter, I will focus on clean topology, efficient rigging, and detailed texturing to capture Leafyn's essence accurately. The final result will be optimized for real-time rendering and future animation possibilities. I invite you to review my portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/laibaamir1 Feel free to message me to discuss your project further or to see relevant samples. I am excited about the opportunity to work on Ark Beast #0001 - Leafyn and potentially collaborate on future Ark Beasts creations. Thank you, and I look forward to the possibility of working together. Best regards, Laiba
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Hello, I've reviewed your project and understand you're looking for a production-ready 3D character model of Ark Beast #0001 – Leafyn, built entirely by hand with clean topology, custom rigging, professional texturing, and a reusable workflow suitable for future evolution stages within the franchise. I have experience creating game-ready character assets with optimized topology, animation-friendly rigs, PBR texturing workflows, and structured deliverables for long-term production use. Particular attention will be given to preserving Leafyn's unique silhouette and personality while ensuring the model remains suitable for Second Life and future game development pipelines. Could you share the reference package and the current AI reference model? If you still have the AI model file, please share it with me. I'll review it and come back with a more accurate quote that you might love. Regards, Atik
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Greetings, Creating the first creature for your Ark Beasts franchise, Leafyn, sounds like an exciting project! I understand you're looking for a skilled 3D artist to bring this adorable, grass-themed hatchling to life with a focus on clean modeling, rigging, and texturing that aligns closely with your concept art. My approach would involve meticulously hand-modeling Leafyn to ensure it captures that cute, memorable essence you're aiming for. I'll prioritize clean topology and animation-friendly rigging, ensuring it’s ready for both Second Life and future gaming applications. With my experience in 3D character creation, I can deliver a polished model that meets all your requirements, including a well-structured Substance Painter project file for easy material adjustments. I’m excited about the potential for a long-term collaboration with the evolution stages of Leafyn.
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Funny anime creature! I’m interested in your project. If you need a clean-topology and beautiful 3D model, that’s exactly my area. I’m a game artist.
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Hey, You are looking for 3D Artist Needed for Original Creature Design " Lets Gets Started, I know you have several tempting proposals here, but I guarantee you to be impressed by my work. I have various skills in 3D Rendering, 3D Graphic Design, 3D Modelling, Blender, 3D Animation, Game Development, Animation and Game Art. If you give me this chance you will be impressed, because I guarantee that I will meet your expectations. I invite you to get a look at my portfolio You Can see it from here : https://www.freelancer.com/u/rahuldograarts If you have any questions or queries, do not hesitate to contact me. I hope to start working with you. With regards! Rahul
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Hi, With your Ark Beasts franchise, I understand the significance of preserving and enhancing the visual identity of your concepts. As a 3D Character Designer with immense expertise in both handmade modeling and optimized real-time rendering, I can ensure that Ark Beast #0001 - Leafyn will be an adorable and highly marketable creature, true to your vision. I am familiar with Blender and Avastar and have extensive knowledge of the Second Life workflow, making me your ideal choice for this project. My proficiency lies in clean topology, natural weight painting, and presenting deformation-free models suitable for animation. These are all crucial aspects you require in your project. Additionally, my experience with Substance Painter guarantees a fully organized layer structure for easy future modification, including color changes and material additions necessary for evolving the creature over time. Since projects like yours require a designer who understands aesthetics as well as real-world functionality, I can confidently say that we'll work phenomenally together. Being highly attentive to details and having an unwavering on-time, on-budget record has turned my past clients into long-term collaborators. I promise you nothing less than passionate commitment towards transforming your ideas into successful realities. Let's start working on bringing Leafyn to life! Best Regards, ASMA Q
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Hello, I understand that you're looking to establish the first creature in your Ark Beasts franchise, focusing on a unique character called Leafyn. It's crucial for this model to be not only visually stunning but also practical for future animations and adaptations, setting a solid foundation for the evolving Ark Beasts universe. I specialize in 3D character design, and I would love to bring Leafyn to life with the required attention to detail and creativity. My approach consists of crafting a high-quality model with clean topology optimized for real-time rendering, ensuring that it aligns perfectly with the references you provide. I will pay particular attention to the rigging process, creating a custom rig tailored to Leafyn’s quadrupedal nature while enabling natural deformations and expressions. My workflow in Substance Painter guarantees that textures are meticulously handcrafted, which means they will maintain the unique visual identity you desire. What specific traits or features are you most passionate about capturing in Leafyn? I'm eager to start this collaboration and help define the visual hallmark of your franchise. https://www.freelancer.com/u/proggon Best regards, Wahaj Barlas.
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Hi, I read through your project for 3D Artist Needed for Original Creature Design. You need help with 3d artist needed for original creature design. I can build and deliver this efficiently based on the job requirements. This fits well with my experience in 3D Modelling and 3D Rendering. I can take what you outlined and turn it into a clean final delivery, with attention to 3D Modelling and 3D Rendering and the details in your brief. I will keep the implementation clean, practical, and aligned with your requested scope. Send me the details and I can start immediately.
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❤️Hello, Client❤️ As a seasoned professional with over 30+ SaaS and AI projects under my belt, I understand the intricacies and precision required for a project of your vision to make Ark Beasts come alive. In particular, my fluency with 3D modeling and rigging on platforms like Blender, Avastar, and Second Life align perfectly with your project's requirements. From the moment I engage with a project, my aim is not just to meet the technical needs but to build a product that bridges design intent and user experience. This entails meticulous hand modeling (your request is no AI-generated models) that adheres faithfully to the provided artwork while maintaining optimized topology for real-time rendering as well as future animation evolutions. Given my extensive experience in SaaS development and cloud architecture, I can guarantee a clean final product that incorporates all your wishes, including the generation of all necessary backup files, wireframe and turntable renders, full Substance Painter project file as specified, exported textures at optimal resolutions, blends/fbx/obj exports as needed. You're hiring a 3D artist but gaining a full-stack professional who goes above and beyond to ensure project success - let's create Leafyn together! Best Regards,
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Hello I can create a fully hand-modeled, production-ready 3D character for Ark Beast #0001 – Leafyn, based strictly on your provided references and concept art. I will build a clean quad-based topology optimized for real-time use (8k–15k tris), ensure proper edge flow for animation, and deliver a fully rigged quadruped setup compatible with Blender and Second Life workflows. Special attention will be given to expressive deformation for leaf structures, ears, and tail to support future evolution stages. The project will also include a fully organized Substance Painter file with non-destructive smart materials, along with all required texture maps (4K preferred) and export formats (.blend, .fbx, .obj). Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.pk/u/salahuddin1973 I’d be happy to begin by reviewing your references and confirming the style direction. Best regards Naufal
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I recently helped a client bring their original creature concept to life successfully. We specialize in bringing unique creature designs to reality for various projects. Understanding your need for a clean, professional, and marketable 3D character like Leafyn, we offer expert 3D modeling, rigging, weight painting, texturing, and Substance Painter services. With 75+ 5-star reviews and a top 1% ranking among 75 million users, we ensure the highest quality deliverables. Our skills align perfectly with your requirements, guaranteeing a seamless creation process for Leafyn and potential future Ark Beasts creatures. the worst you could get is a free consultation Regards, Camron
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I am a perfect fit for your project. I've just finished working on a comparable project, and the results I achieved for that client align perfectly with what you're trying to do. Your need for a professional 3D Character Artist to recreate Ark Beast #0001 – Leafyn resonates with my recent creation of a marketable, cute creature model. While I am new to Freelancer, I have extensive experience and completed similar projects off-site. My expertise lies in creating clean, professional, and optimized 3D models suitable for real-time rendering and animations. You won't find an agency better aligned with what you're looking for. I would love to chat more about your project! No pressure! The worst case would be for you to turn away with a free consultation and good conversation. Lets chat. Best Regards, Marius Van Der Hulle
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Hello, I'm Mubashir Ahmed, a Full-Stack Developer, Engineer, and UI/UX Specialist. I'm excited about your project, Leafyn, and confident in bringing your vision to life with high-quality 3D modeling. I'll deliver: - A hand-modeled 3D creature model, faithful to your artwork and suitable for real-time rendering in Second Life. - A clean, quad-based topology with proper edge flow and animation-friendly loops. - A custom creature rig compatible with Blender and Second Life for easy animation. - Manually created textures in Substance Painter with a fully organized layer structure. - Required files in .blend, .fbx, .obj formats, along with the Substance Painter project and exported textures. My process includes: - Analyzing provided references and AI-generated models to capture Leafyn's unique features. - Creating a clean topology and rigging the model for animation. - Manually creating textures in Substance Painter. - Delivering all required files. Even if you're still considering options, I can provide a FREE detailed quotation and project proposal with a suggested roadmap. >>> My Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/mubashir021 <<< Drop me a message to discuss making Leafyn the standout creature of the Ark Beasts franchise. Mubashir Ahmed
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