Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Sculpting a complex concept like this dragon is actually simpler than you might think when you stick to a structured workflow. I put together a breakdown of the entire process, from blocking out primary volumes in ZBrush to the final presentation in Marmoset Toolbag 5.
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⏱ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Overview of the Full Dragon Concept Workflow
01:12 - Simple Blockout Techniques
02:51 - Why You Shouldn't Rush Detailing
03:58 - How to Blend Forms Smoothly
04:50 - Using VDM Brushes
05:43 - Tips to Explore Detail Placement
06:19 - The "Mask Changed Points" VDM Trick
06:48 - Tips to Refine Details
08:46 - Adding Depth with Polypaint
10:18 - Rendering in Marmoset Toolbox 5
11:37 - Simple Lighting Setup
12:28 - Final Compositing & Variations
Sculpting a complex concept like this dragon is actually simpler than you might think when you stick to a structured workflow. I put together a breakdown of the entire process, from blocking out primary volumes in ZBrush to the final presentation in Marmoset Toolbag 5.
🎓 TUTORIALS, RESOURCES, COURSES & WORKSHOPS
https://www.pablander.academy/
💬 Join the Discord community:
discord.gg/A35DmkWCPE
💌 STAY IN TOUCH
Subscribe to my free weekly newsletter:
https://www.pablander.academy/newsletter
Subscribe to the channel:
youtube.com/channel/UCXOeEvVK_pXktERIEftnRMg/?sub_confirmation=1
🌐 My website: pablander.com
🔗 ArtStation: artstation.com/pablander
📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pablander
🎥 TikTok: tiktok.com/@pablander
🐦 X / Twitter: https://x.com/pablander
💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/pablo-munoz-gomez
_________________________________________
⏱ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Overview of the Full Dragon Concept Workflow
01:12 - Simple Blockout Techniques
02:51 - Why You Shouldn't Rush Detailing
03:58 - How to Blend Forms Smoothly
04:50 - Using VDM Brushes
05:43 - Tips to Explore Detail Placement
06:19 - The "Mask Changed Points" VDM Trick
06:48 - Tips to Refine Details
08:46 - Adding Depth with Polypaint
10:18 - Rendering in Marmoset Toolbox 5
11:37 - Simple Lighting Setup
12:28 - Final Compositing & Variations
