Scorpion. No sculpting, just curves
I used "Mirror Group" to make the claw and legs symmetrical while I edited.
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Step 1: Sketching the Base Shapes
One of Curvy 3D’s biggest advantages is the ability to draw directly into 3D space, skipping the tedious setup of traditional modeling.
Started with simple curves, forming the segmented body and powerful pincers.
Refined the form dynamically, adjusting proportions on the fly.
Blocked out the legs and tail, ensuring a balanced, threatening stance.
Right from the start, the scorpion felt alive, with its pose and structure coming together effortlessly.
Step 2: Refining the Sculpt
Once the basic structure was sketched, I used Curvy 3D’s soft boolean operations and warp brushes to enhance the details:
Added sharp edges to the pincers, giving them a dangerous look.
Refined the curvature of the tail, making it feel natural yet menacing.
Created distinct armor plating, reinforcing the creature’s insect-like toughness.
These tools allowed for quick, fluid adjustments, avoiding the slow vertex-editing frustrations found in traditional workflows.
Step 3: Detailing the Texture & Surface
At this stage, the scorpion needed realism and personality, so I used Curvy 3D’s texture painting tools to define the surface.
Carved ridges and exoskeleton details, making it feel rugged.
Added subtle shading, emphasizing depth and movement.
Enhanced the stinger, ensuring it looked dangerously sharp.
Every brushstroke felt natural, making sculpting a fun, creative experience rather than a technical challenge.
Step 4: Final Presentation & Lighting
To really showcase the scorpion’s terrifying presence, I set up the lighting and background:
A dramatic environment, complementing the creature’s form.
Focused highlights and shadows, enhancing its aggressive stance.
Final composition tweaks, making the scorpion look ready to strike.
The final result? A powerful, realistic scorpion, sculpted effortlessly in Curvy 3D!
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Sculpting this deadly scorpion in Curvy 3D was fast, intuitive, and incredibly rewarding! From sketching to final detailing, every step felt fluid and artistic, proving that Curvy 3D’s sketch-based sculpting system is perfect for creating complex creatures without technical headaches.
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