Gumroad - Danny Mac How To Retopologize The Rest Of The Body Tier 2 Upd Jun 2026
Clean, grid-like topology makes adding seams incredibly straightforward. Your UV islands will flatten with minimal stretching, maximizing texture resolution.
┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │ DANNY MAC TIER 2 PACK CONTENTS │ ├────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤ │ ► 3 Advanced Bonus Video Tutorials │ │ ► Pass 1 Base Mesh (Basic Sculpting Focus) │ │ ► Pass 2 Base Mesh (Deformation & Rigging Focus) │ │ ► 6 Sectional Reference Turntables │ │ ► 4 A4 Printable Technical Edgeflow Reference Sheets │ └────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ 1. Two Complete Base Meshes Artists receive two distinct models to work with:
┌─────────────────────────┐ │ 1. PRIMARY EDGE LOOPS │ │ Shoulders, Joints, Tor │ └────────────┬────────────┘ │ ▼ ┌─────────────────────────┐ │ 2. BRIDGE POLYGONS │ │ Connect Large Patches │ └────────────┬────────────┘ │ ▼ ┌─────────────────────────┐ │ 3. SOLVE POLES & FLOWS │ │ Redirect Edge Direction │ └────────────┬────────────┘ │ ▼ ┌─────────────────────────┐ │ 4. MATCH HIGH & LOW │ │ Match Extremity Counts │ └─────────────────────────┘ Establishing the Golden 8-Face Loops
This guide offers a deep dive into this Gumroad resource, exploring why it's a must-have for any aspiring or professional character artist looking to elevate their work. Two Complete Base Meshes Artists receive two distinct
For character rigging, the knee and elbow need circular edge loops.
The pack by Danny Mac 3D on Gumroad is a comprehensive resource designed to help artists master character topology beyond the head. This tier builds upon the foundational concepts by providing advanced base meshes and deep-dive tutorials into complex anatomy and deformation. What's Included in Tier 2
(such as diamond reductions and hidden triangles/poles) to cleanly transition a high-density hand mesh into a lower-density wrist. SOLVE POLES & FLOWS │ │ Redirect Edge
Forearms and wrists require specific edge loops to handle rotational twisting.
The course is designed for intermediate to advanced 3D modelers, artists, and designers who want to take their skills to the next level. Through a series of video lessons, downloadable resources, and project files, Danny Mac guides students through the process of retopologizing the human body, covering topics such as:
: Although shown using specific software like ZBrush or Maya, the edge-flow principles translate seamlessly to any modern 3D application, including Blender, TopoGun, or 3DCoat. Over the years
Mastering Character Topology: A Deep Dive into Danny Mac’s Retopology Series
Typical deliverables you should expect after completing the course
The Tier 2 course systematically addresses the most challenging areas of the human body, providing step-by-step logic for every major region. 1. The Torso and Shoulder Girdle
Danny Mac is a renowned 3D character artist and educator known for his clean, appealing stylized character designs and highly approachable teaching style. Over the years, he has built a massive community by demystifying complex technical pipelines—like retopology, UV mapping, and texturing—into digestible, step-by-step tutorials that focus on why loops are placed in specific areas, rather than just showing where they go.
