SASteinhebel
Shiloh joined
My name is Shiloh Steinhebel and I am a graduate of the Art Institute of Portland. My focus as a 3D Artist is towards 3D texturing and 3D modeling in low- and high-poly (props, objects, and hard-surface - some organic). I also focused on digital painting and photography used as reference material, textures, and concept development. My proficiency in software includes Photoshop, Maya, 3DS Max, Mudbox, and Zbrush. I am also proficient in the use of Microsoft Windows, MacOS, Wacom Technology, and various photography equipment.
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I had a dream a while back about going back in time 80 years and helping a group of vagrant children repair a large old shack to live in. In this dream I had with me a few modern accoutrements such as my DroidX phone, my iPod, my Leatherman multi-tool and a switchblade with a peculiar shape to the handle.
The dreams content was profound and the design of that knife was as well. So I decided to draw out a sketch of the design - something I have to add I have not done in a while; drawing by hand.
I love the design of this knife, but I do not think the handle's ergonomics are particularly comfortable for everyday use. But due to it's large and fat grip, it would give excellent gripping purchase in use as a self-defense tool.
The design of this item is of my own design. I have never seen a knife of this design in the 10 years I spend in the cutlery industry. As I developed the texture for this knife I also created a fictional manufacturing company for the knife, called Bohmar Cutlery.
Maya - Photoshop - CrazyBump - 3DS Max
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