Masters - WIP - 27

Masters - WIP - 27, originally uploaded by James D Thompson.

Started painting the weights for the muscles. Needs some more work around the shoulders but you can instantly see how well the muscles and bones can help define and keep the volume.

This is probably an extreme pose stretching the spine backwards but you can see how the scapula muscles and bone are causing some nice defined but smooth creases.

Using custom bone objects for the rib cage has helped the chest from collapsing and including the muscles between the ribs and arm (clavicular and abdominal portions) helps sculpt the skin .

This method of rigging takes a bit more research and know how but if defiantly pays off for the results you get.

Note: the mesh you can see cutting through the skin will be hidden when rendered so the clipping isn't an issue.