Adaptation Part B - Texturing

Taking the textures I created using my scanned images, I applied them to my character in maya to see how they look in 3D. First I applied texture to her eyes and her skin. For her skin I used the mental ray fast skin shader and adjusted the settings until I was happy with the result. Using the different channels in the shader, I added detail around her eyes and freckles on her cheeks.

I used a wool/string texture for her hair, to create large stripes and tried different colours for the hair but I'm not sure which I prefer so feedback would be appreciated.

Adaptation Part B - Texture Experiments

I have been experimenting with scanning materials to create realistic textures. Using photoshop I have taken my textures and tried different combinations to make up her clothes, using the scale of the stitching to show her size. I want her clothes to look like they have been made out of scraps of material found around the house, so I want to use more than one texture in her outfit. I then tried painting under the textures and using different blending methods to make the textures look more cartoon like.

To help me decide which textures are most successful, I am going to experiment with them in Maya to see how they will work in 3D.

Adaptation Part B - Skinning, Rigging and Facial Rigging

I have finished skinning and rigging my character.

Adaptation Part B - Updated Model and UV Mapping

Here is my updated model. I have finished laying the UV maps for my model so I'm ready to start skinning.

Adaptation Part B - Modelling the Character

Adaptation Part B - More Clothing Development

Taking pieces from my initial costume designs, I have developed these thumbnails. In the book, Arrietty is adventurous but naive so I hope to show by giving her clothes that are both childish and girly, and rough and practical.

Adaptation Part B - Character Expressions

After deciding on Arrietty's face design, I sketched some expressions that show her character. I still want to experiment more with different textures and colours for her hair and clothing.