META-HUMAN EXPLORATION
META-HUMAN EXPLORATION
META-HUMAN EXPLORATION
Timeline
Timeline
3.5 weeks
3.5 weeks
3.5 weeks
Softwares
Softwares
Unreal Engine 5.1, MetaHuman Creator, Blender, Polycam + Nvidia Omniverse, Apple AR Kit
Unreal Engine 5.1, MetaHuman Creator, Blender, Polycam + Nvidia Omniverse, Apple AR Kit
Unreal Engine 5.1, MetaHuman Creator, Blender, Polycam + Nvidia Omniverse, Apple AR Kit
CREATING HYPER-REALISTIC DIGITAL AVATARS
CREATING HYPER-REALISTIC DIGITAL AVATARS
CREATING HYPER-REALISTIC DIGITAL AVATARS
In this project, I worked on an ambitious journey to create a photo-realistic digital avatar - "a metahuman" of my friend Hitika using 3d scanning, modeling, sculpting, and real-time rendering techniques.
In this project, I worked on an ambitious journey to create a photo-realistic digital avatar - "a metahuman" of my friend Hitika using 3d scanning, modeling, sculpting, and real-time rendering techniques.
In this project, I worked on an ambitious journey to create a photo-realistic digital avatar - "a metahuman" of my friend Hitika using 3d scanning, modeling, sculpting, and real-time rendering techniques.
Challenge
Challenge
Challenge
While this project was incredibly rewarding, it also presented numerous challenges. Achieving a level of realism that truly captures the essence of a person's likeness is no easy feat. Through countless iterations and attention to detail, I learned the importance of perseverance, patience, and a deep understanding of the tools and techniques available.
While this project was incredibly rewarding, it also presented numerous challenges. Achieving a level of realism that truly captures the essence of a person's likeness is no easy feat. Through countless iterations and attention to detail, I learned the importance of perseverance, patience, and a deep understanding of the tools and techniques available.
While this project was incredibly rewarding, it also presented numerous challenges. Achieving a level of realism that truly captures the essence of a person's likeness is no easy feat. Through countless iterations and attention to detail, I learned the importance of perseverance, patience, and a deep understanding of the tools and techniques available.
PROCESS
PROCESS
PROCESS
1. 3D Scanning and Model Preparation - I began by capturing a series of photographs of Hitika using a Polycam 3D scanner, which allowed me to create an initial rough 3D model of her face and head. This model was then exported to Blender, where I refined and optimized the face structure, excluding the hair for a cleaner result.
1. 3D Scanning and Model Preparation - I began by capturing a series of photographs of Hitika using a Polycam 3D scanner, which allowed me to create an initial rough 3D model of her face and head. This model was then exported to Blender, where I refined and optimized the face structure, excluding the hair for a cleaner result.
1. 3D Scanning and Model Preparation - I began by capturing a series of photographs of Hitika using a Polycam 3D scanner, which allowed me to create an initial rough 3D model of her face and head. This model was then exported to Blender, where I refined and optimized the face structure, excluding the hair for a cleaner result.
2. Metahuman Creation in Unreal Engine - With the refined face model ready, I imported it into the Unreal Engine's Metahuman Creator tool. Here, I embarked on an iterative process, making countless adjustments and tweaks to achieve the most accurate and lifelike representation of Hitika's facial features and likeness. I was able to capture the subtlest nuances of her appearance.
2. Metahuman Creation in Unreal Engine - With the refined face model ready, I imported it into the Unreal Engine's Metahuman Creator tool. Here, I embarked on an iterative process, making countless adjustments and tweaks to achieve the most accurate and lifelike representation of Hitika's facial features and likeness. I was able to capture the subtlest nuances of her appearance.
2. Metahuman Creation in Unreal Engine - With the refined face model ready, I imported it into the Unreal Engine's Metahuman Creator tool. Here, I embarked on an iterative process, making countless adjustments and tweaks to achieve the most accurate and lifelike representation of Hitika's facial features and likeness. I was able to capture the subtlest nuances of her appearance.
3. Text-and-audio-to-Speech Integration with NVIDIA Omniverse - The next step is to integrate the Metahuman model into NVIDIA Omniverse, a platform for real-time visualization and simulation. Within Omniverse, I want to learn to set up the necessary pipelines to enable lip-syncing and facial animation based on audio input, effectively bringing my digital avatar to life with the ability to speak and express emotions.
3. Text-and-audio-to-Speech Integration with NVIDIA Omniverse - The next step is to integrate the Metahuman model into NVIDIA Omniverse, a platform for real-time visualization and simulation. Within Omniverse, I want to learn to set up the necessary pipelines to enable lip-syncing and facial animation based on audio input, effectively bringing my digital avatar to life with the ability to speak and express emotions.
3. Text-and-audio-to-Speech Integration with NVIDIA Omniverse - The next step is to integrate the Metahuman model into NVIDIA Omniverse, a platform for real-time visualization and simulation. Within Omniverse, I want to learn to set up the necessary pipelines to enable lip-syncing and facial animation based on audio input, effectively bringing my digital avatar to life with the ability to speak and express emotions.
Solution
Solution
Solution
The creation of this Metahuman avatar showcases my capabilities of design and various tools. As virtual production and immersive experiences continue to evolve, the ability to create highly realistic avatars will become increasingly valuable across various industries, from education to entertainment and gaming to virtual events and much more. I'm proud to explore the XR World and apply creative techniques in the future.
The creation of this Metahuman avatar showcases my capabilities of design and various tools. As virtual production and immersive experiences continue to evolve, the ability to create highly realistic avatars will become increasingly valuable across various industries, from education to entertainment and gaming to virtual events and much more. I'm proud to explore the XR World and apply creative techniques in the future.
The creation of this Metahuman avatar showcases my capabilities of design and various tools. As virtual production and immersive experiences continue to evolve, the ability to create highly realistic avatars will become increasingly valuable across various industries, from education to entertainment and gaming to virtual events and much more. I'm proud to explore the XR World and apply creative techniques in the future.