By the end of this course, learners will be able to sculpt detailed 3D models, paint realistic textures, generate normal and displacement maps, apply advanced bump techniques, and export production-ready assets for games and films. You will gain hands-on expertise in Autodesk Mudbox by mastering the interface, customizing workflows, and practicing viewport navigation to achieve accurate forms. Through guided lessons, you will explore curve loops, subdivision, projection painting, and non-destructive sculpt layers to refine surfaces with precision.
Mudbox: Sculpt, Paint & Export 3D Assets
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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Sculpt, texture, and refine detailed 3D models in Mudbox.
Generate and apply normal, bump, and displacement maps.
Export production-ready assets for games and films.
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October 2025
Assessments
20 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 5 modules in this course
This module introduces the essentials of Autodesk Mudbox, including normal and displacement maps, paint workflows, viewport navigation, and texture basics. Learners will build a strong foundation in using the interface, organizing paint layers, and creating early surface textures for sculpting and exporting assets.
What's included
11 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on preparing models for detailed sculpting by using curves, subdivision, and displacement techniques. Learners will explore workflows for bump painting, normal/displacement maps, and the Grab tool, while mastering non-destructive sculpting for advanced skin and hair effects.
What's included
11 videos4 assignments
This module advances skills in object handling, ambient occlusion, and projection painting. Learners will practice transform operations, refine shading with smooth shading, and enhance paint workflows through Photoshop exports and well-organized layer structures.
What's included
11 videos4 assignments
This module explores the full potential of Mudbox’s sculpting brushes and refinement tools. Learners will work with smoothing, Foamy, Flatten, and bump brushes while combining curve guides and non-destructive sculpting techniques for precise surface detailing.
What's included
11 videos4 assignments
The final module covers advanced texturing, baking, and export workflows. Learners will extract normal/displacement maps, generate high-resolution ambient occlusion, and refine textures in Photoshop for hair, fur, and skin realism. Creative camera use is emphasized for professional results.
What's included
11 videos4 assignments
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