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@mattborowczyk

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@mattborowczyk This post is definitely overdue. Few weeks back I did that custom design for a client! Love the challenging projects, i spent quite a lot of time working on details, but it was all worth it! In the meantime I had some 1:1 lessons, where I was introducing people to the nomad sculpt as the tools to create grillz. Time well spent, and I’m finally back to posting as majority of the work with the design space is done. I still have some prep for printing station, but next week production starts for real, I want to get the lighters cases done as there is quite some interest in those. Next week I will do some bigger batch of grillz design for me and my friends as I finally can 😌 #jewelry #grillz #3d #jewellery

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Video #27600 · Vlog

3D dragon grill design processfrom @mattborowczyk

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Overview

The creator demonstrates the entire digital sculpting process for a custom piece of jewelry (a grill). Starting with a 3D scan of teeth, they use 3D modeling software to sculpt a detailed dragon, add scales, and set a gemstone, concluding with a photorealistic render of the final gold and gemstone grill fitted onto the teeth model.

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Simple outline

  1. 1Define the design space
  2. 2Sculpt the core form
  3. 3Add intricate details
  4. 4Reveal the final render

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ProcessShowcase
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Screen RecordingTimelapseMontage Editing3D Animation
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Topics
JewelryDesignDigital ArtCraftsmanship

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Hook analysis

What stops the scroll in the first 3 seconds

Visual hook · 100%

Extreme close-up on a red 3D model of teeth and gums, with a white line being drawn to outline a custom grill design.

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Extreme close-up of a 3D [base object], as a contrasting [design line] is drawn to reveal the outline of a custom [finished creation].

  • — Extreme close-up of a 3D sneaker sole, as a bright blue design line is drawn to reveal the outline of a custom traction pattern.
  • — Extreme close-up of a 3D cake, as a white design line is drawn to reveal the outline of a custom dragon topper.
  • — Extreme close-up of a 3D phone case, as a neon green design line is drawn to reveal the outline of a custom circuit-inspired engraving.

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Hook and payoff

The promise the opener makes, and how the video pays it back

Hook

A close-up shot of the initial, precise action on the base 'canvas,' establishing the context and hinting at the detailed work to come without revealing the final subject.

Payoff

A cinematic view of the fully rendered, final product in its intended context, often with variations (like changing colors) to showcase possibilities and complete the satisfying transformation from concept to reality.

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Narrative framework

The structural pattern this video runs on

Framework

The Creation Process Reveal

To showcase the transformation of a raw digital block into a highly detailed, finished product through a sped-up, step-by-step creative process. The engagement comes from the satisfying progression from simplicity to complexity and the final 'glow-up' reveal.

  1. 1

    The Blueprint

    The boundaries and constraints of the creation are established on a base object, defining the working area and setting viewer expectations for the scale of the project.

  2. 2

    The Primal Form

    Simple, foundational geometric shapes are added and combined to create the rough, initial volume of the object, showing the creation from its most basic elements.

  3. 3

    The Organic Sculpt

    The rough form is manipulated, smoothed, and shaped into its recognizable, primary structure, revealing the subject's identity for the first time.

  4. 4

    The Intricate Detail

    A rapid succession of clips showcases the addition of fine, high-skill details that give the object its unique character and complexity, demonstrating mastery and elevating the creation.

  5. 5

    The Materialization

    The raw, untextured creation is instantly transformed with final materials and lighting, providing the first glimpse of the finished product's intended look and feel.

Themes

  • craftsmanship
  • digital creation
  • customization

Techniques

  • 3d sculpting
  • screen recording
  • timelapse

Trends

  • process video
  • satisfying content

Post caption

This post is definitely overdue. Few weeks back I did that custom design for a client! Love the challenging projects, i spent quite a lot of time working on details, but it was all worth it! In the meantime I had some 1:1 lessons, where I was introducing people to the nomad sculpt as the tools to create grillz. Time well spent, and I’m finally back to posting as majority of the work with the design space is done. I still have some prep for printing station, but next week production starts for real, I want to get the lighters cases done as there is quite some interest in those. Next week I will do some bigger batch of grillz design for me and my friends as I finally can 😌 #jewelry #grillz #3d #jewellery

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