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How to Work with alphas in Zbrush

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This video series is all about alphas in Zbrush! Step away from learning how to sculpt in Zbrush, and learn how to work, in-depth, with alpha mattes. If you don't know what an alpha is, this is a GREAT place to start.

PART 1: What is an alpha

PART 2: Using primitives with alphas

PART 3: Resolving clipping plane problems

PART 4: Capturing alphas

PART 5: Design a brush in Zbrush

PART 6: Make the brush icon

PART 7: Make a practice plane

PART 8: Use the Smart re-sym on a plane

PART 9: Use the tile button to tile 2.5D scenes

PART 10: Grab the canvas and use it as an alpha.

Trust us, after watching all ten videos on using alphas in Zbrush, you should be an expert!

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