African Mask

This Kenyan-inspired mask began as a personal study in pushing form, texture, and character within ZBrush for iPad. I focused on creating a bold silhouette, exaggerated carved features, and a strong sense of handcrafted personality, treating the piece as both a sculpting exercise and an opportunity to explore a more expressive visual style.

The mask was textured in Adobe Substance 3D Painter, where layered color, worn edges, and subtle surface variation helped bring the sculpt to life. I then rendered the final piece in Cinema 4D with Redshift using an ACES color-managed workflow, balancing dramatic lighting with a playful sense of character and giving the finished mask a polished, tactile presence.