In this tutorial, concept designer Joe Peterson breaks down the process of creating a mechanical character using only a story outline as the starting point. With the initial premise being a believable sci-fi future world, Joe sets out to design an appropriate mechanized unit for a high-tech SWAT team. Joe Peterson is currently Senior concept Artist at Blizzard Entertainment. Make sure to see more of his work here.
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