3D Artist Needed to Convert Human Photos into 3D Printable Miniature Models

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Summary

I am looking for an experienced 3D artist/sculptor who can convert customer photos into high-quality 3D printable miniature models. The work will involve creating realistic human 3D models from reference images. These models will be used for 3D printing, so the final output must be clean, printable, and properly optimized. Main Requirement: I will provide one or more photos of a person. You need to create a 3D printable model that keeps the face structure and likeness as accurate as possible. The models may include different themes such as: Doctor Police officer Army officer IAS officer Lawyer / Advocate Custom full-body miniature Bust-style miniature Anime-style custom character Model Requirements: The face should closely match the reference photo The model should be 3D printable Clean and watertight mesh Proper thickness for delicate parts No floating or very thin parts that may break during printing Suitable for resin / full-color 3D printing Base or stand should be included Nameplate area should be included where custom names can be added Full-body and bust-style models may be required Final model should be delivered in STL / OBJ / 3MF format Textured/color model delivery is a plus Important Details: Accuracy of the person’s face is very important The model should not look like a random generated character Clothes, accessories, and pose should be clean and professional The model should be suitable for commercial 3D printing I may need front, side, and back view references for some models Long-term work is possible if the quality is good Example Workflow: I provide the customer photo and role/theme You create the 3D model You share preview renders from front, side, and back I review and request corrections if needed You deliver the final printable files Skills Required: Character sculpting Realistic face modeling 3D printing model preparation ZBrush / Blender / Maya / Nomad Sculpt or similar tools STL/OBJ/3MF file preparation Knowledge of print-friendly model design Preferred Experience: Human bust sculpting Miniature figure design 3D printable collectibles Full-color 3D printing models Custom figurine / statue work Please apply with: Your portfolio of human 3D models Examples of 3D printable figures or busts Before/after photo-to-3D model samples, if available Your estimated price for one bust model Your estimated price for one full-body model Your delivery time per model I would like to start with one paid test model. If the quality is good, this can become regular long-term work.

  • More than 30 hrs/week
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  • 6+ months
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  • $10.00

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    $15.00

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Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Pixologic Zbrush
Blender
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:5 to 10
  • Last viewed by client:2 weeks ago
  • Interviewing:
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  • Invites sent:
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About the client
Member since May 30, 2022
  • India
    Balasore8:24 AM
  • $20 total spent
    1 hire, 0 active
  • Engineering & Architecture
    Mid-sized company (10-99 people)

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