3DFT Feature Board

Every day people on Reddit are asking "should I learn XYZ because AI is getting better". This doc would help dispel some misconceptions and reframe AI as what it has always been: just at tool.

Lists and explains each stage of creating art, as well as the reasoning behind and benefits of the order: - gathering reference - blockout - high poly refinement - sculpting - retopologizing / low poly - UV mapping - baking - texturing - final presentation & lighting

A short article covering all the common mistakes made by people getting started with learning subd modeling (what materials to use, how to present for feedback, links to other fundamentals articles)

Tips and other information around employment contracts, both full-time and freelance. Contract clauses to look for, sign-on bonuses, how to estimate your salary/rate, etc.

A collection of resources for referencing or learning about cinematography. Composition, lighting, use of color, etc.

Brief explanation of pixel padding based on texture size and the different configuration of padding between texture UVs and lightmap UVs.

A channel for discussing and coordinating real-life events such as GDC, PAX, etc. with other members of 3DFT

A doc describing what a Technical Artist is, the different disciplines in the TA umbrella, what skills are needed, and how developers can move to becoming a TA.

A slash command to report, with proof, a member that is soliciting work who is likely a scammer