This scimitar study began as an exploration of silhouette, proportion, and ornamental weapon design in ZBrush for iPad. Particular attention was given to the wrapped leather handle, where I developed the overlapping straps, tension, thickness, and subtle surface variation to create a convincing handcrafted construction.
 
The model was textured in Adobe Substance 3D Painter, combining worn metal, engraved details, aged leather, and controlled edge wear to give the weapon a sense of history and use. The final asset was staged in Cinema 4D and rendered with Redshift using an ACES color-managed workflow, with lighting designed to emphasize the curved blade, material contrast, and fine sculpted detail.