Learn directly from me (Leticia Gillett) in this exclusive course focused on stylized character creation in 3D. 

You can choose between two ways to join:

MENTORSHIP or LIVE CLASSES.

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This course is perfect for artists who…

  • Have a basic knowledge of anatomy and ZBrush
  • Want to level up their character design and understanding of appeal
  • Are looking to upgrade their portfolio
  • Are interested in learning stylized anatomy
  • Want to build their own characters and learn design language
  • Dream to express themselves and tell their own stories 
  • Want to develop/refine their pipeline for creating projects
  • Want to learn how to shade and light models for presentation
  • Are looking to join a fun community
And have tons of fun while doing it! Let's go!

 

LIVE CLASSES - Without Feedback

This version of the class is ideal if you want to learn from me in real time without the one-on-one critique. You’ll have access to live classes, be able to participate in the Q&A sessions, and receive workshop materials. It’s a great way to learn from me but follow at your own pace.

SCHEDULE

Each day will run for ~3 hours *Be prepared to go over time
07/26 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Learning mindset
  • Intro to design language
  • Basics of head anatomy
  • Head blockouts!
  • How to create a character story
08/02 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Design language of the body
  • Basics of body Anatomy
  • Body blockouts!
  • Shape vs. Structure
  • Project Explanation - Research
08/09 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Design language of poses
  • Pose blockouts!
  • Gesture and Line of action
  • Energy for Storytelling
  • Weight and Balance
08/16 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Secondary shapes of the head
  • Caricature principles
  • Eyeballs and eyebrows
  • Teeth, gums and tongue
08/23 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Secondary shapes of the body
  • Hands and Feet
  • Cloth blockout
  • Hair blockout
08/30 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Refining and panting the nude model
  • Cloth folds
  • Facial expressions
  • Props and accessories
09/06 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Hair cards with master Filipe Rodrigues
  • The final 10%
  • Quick UVs in ZBrush
  • Cloth fuzz and final painting pass
09/13 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Taking the model to Marmoset
  • Creating shaders
  • Lighting the scene 
  • Render (images/turntable)

LIVE CLASSES - Without Feedback

This version of the class is ideal if you want to learn from me in real time without the one-on-one critique. You’ll have access to live classes, be able to participate in the Q&A sessions, and receive workshop materials. It’s a great way to learn me but follow on your own pace.

SCHEDULE

Each day will run for ~3 hours *Be prepared to go over time

MENTORSHIP

The mentorship is designed for artists who want personalized guidance and portfolio growth. You’ll join me in live weekend sessions that combine in-depth classes with group feedback (10 students max). Every week, you’ll submit assignments and receive individual critique directly from me, helping you refine your skills and stay accountable.

You’ll also get access to a private discord group, where you’ll receive feedback and support from a teaching assistant with amazing skills! This version of the class is limited to a small/cozy group of students to ensure close attention and care is given to each artist. At the end, you’ll have the opportunity to present your project and receive feedback from a special guest!

By the end of this journey, students should have a finished amazing portrait portfolio piece that is created from concept to render (don't worry, you do not need 2d skills for this)!

SCHEDULE

Each day will run for ~3 hours *Be prepared to go over time
07/25 - Saturday (Portfolio review)
  • Introductions
  • Student portfolio review
07/26 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Learning mindset
  • Intro to design language
  • Basics of head anatomy
  • Head blockouts!
  • How to create a character story
08/01 -Saturday (Project Feedback)
  • Project feedback
  • 30 min Q&A
08/02 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Design language of the body
  • Basics of body Anatomy
  • Body blockouts!
  • Shape vs. Structure
  • Project Explanation - Research
08/08 - Saturday (Project Feedback)
  • Project feedback
  • 30 min Q&A
08/09 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Design language of poses
  • Pose blockouts!
  • Gesture and Line of action
  • Energy for Storytelling
  • Weight and Balance
08/15 - Saturday (Project Feedback)
  • Project feedback
  • 30 min Q&A
08/16 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Secondary shapes of the head
  • Caricature principles
  • Eyeballs and eyebrows
  • Teeth, gums and tongue
08/22 - Saturday (Project Feedback)
  • Project feedback
  • 30 min Q&A
08/23 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Secondary shapes of the body
  • Hands and Feet
  • Cloth blockout
  • Hair blockout
08/29 - Saturday (Project Feedback)
  • Project feedback
  • 30 min Q&A
08/30 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Refining and panting the nude model
  • Cloth folds
  • Facial expressions
  • Props and accessories
09/05- Saturday (Project Feedback)
  • Project feedback
  • 30 min Q&A
09/06 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Hair cards with master Filipe Rodrigues
  • The final 10%
  • Quick UVs in ZBrush
  • Cloth fuzz and final painting pass
09/12 - Saturday (Project Feedback)
  • Project feedback
  • 30 min Q&A
09/13 - Sunday (Live Class)
  • Taking the model to Marmoset
  • Creating shaders
  • Lighting the scene 
  • Render (images/turntable)
04/11 - Saturday (Project Feedback)
  • Project feedback
  • Career and interview advice
04/12 - Sunday (Project Presentation)
  • Project presentation
  • Special guest feedback
  • Last day party!
  • Goodbyes :D

MENTORSHIP

The mentorship is designed for artists who want personalized guidance and portfolio growth. You’ll join me in live weekend sessions that combine in-depth classes with group feedback (10 students max). Every week, you’ll submit assignments and receive individual critique directly from me, helping you refine your skills and stay accountable.

You’ll also get access to a private discord group, where you’ll receive feedback and support from a teaching assistant with amazing skills! This version of the class is limited to a small/cozy group of students to ensure close attention and care is given to each artist. At the end, you’ll have the opportunity to present your project and receive feedback from a special guest - Chris Gillett (Character Lead at Epic Games and also my cool husband <3) !

By the end of this journey, students should have a finished amazing portrait portfolio piece that is created from concept to render (don't worry, you do not need 2d skills for this)!

SCHEDULE

Each day will run for ~3 hours *Be prepared to go over time
Your Instructor

Leticia Gillett

I’m a Brazilian-born artist based in the US who loves a great story and making all kinds of things - especially characters! I’ve been teaching and working in the entertainment industry for over 15 years. As a 3D Character Supervisor, 3D Visdev Artist and Modeler/sculptor, I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with studios such as Disney Animation, Disney Consumer Products, Blizzard, DreamWorks, and Netflix. I’ve had a blast working with so many talented people across the industry and seeing all the different ways that wonderful projects get made.

Throughout my career, teaching has always been a huge passion of mine and one that led me to the creation of 3D&Joy. I love sharing my knowledge and creating an environment where things are light and fun (That’s the Joy part hehe). During my classes, I make an effort to ensure that even though things are new, they don’t have to be scary :)

Instagram - @LeticiaGillettart

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Beautiful projects and testimonials by my students!

Alex Voyles

Leticia is incredibly knowledgeable and presents complex art principles in a way that is easy to understand and apply to your own art. She provides a lot of useful resources and materials that I’ll use well after the course has finished. Most importantly, Leticia’s positivity and outlook on our relationship with art as artists fosters an inspiring and encouraging environment. I found myself having fun and loving the creative process again for the first time in a while. Great experience that I can’t recommend enough!

Filipe Rodrigues

Leticia is such a great mentor and now friend! Her mentorship is where I evolved the most as an artist! Where I learned how to develop and improve my own style.

 Spenser Morgan

Going into this mentorship most of the characters I had made previously were fanart as I was a bit unsure about creating my own original characters. But Leticia’s process and guidance helped ease that fear and I feel like I’ve really grown through this mentorship. Leticia truly cares about your progress and wants to help you grow and pushes you, in a gentle way, to be the best artist you can be. I feel so much more confident creating characters now.

Christian Asfour

Leticia's emphasis on maintaining a healthy mindset as an artist was extremely refreshing. The environment was encouraging and supportive, which made the experience even more rewarding. She is an excellent teacher who genuinely cares about her students’ growth, both artistically and personally. This mentorship helped me gain confidence in my workflow and decision-making, while giving me tools I know I’ll continue using in future projects.

 Stephen Davidian

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Valentina Tedesco 

I don't want to be like those people who say extreme absurd things like 'this *insert name* changed my life' but this Mentorship truly changed me. She's a true professional and very tough, emphatic and kind person. It's pretty hard to find these two characteristics in only only soul! Lovely! I learned a lot technically and mentally speaking. I couldn't wish for more. It was a blast!

Early Bird Price

$550

Full Price - 750

  • Up to 4x monthly payments
  • Live classes
  • 30 min Q&A at the end of each class
  • Access to class recordings
  • Discord for group interaction
  • Fun bonus materials
Join Now!

Early Bird Price

$1500

Full Price - 1700

  • Up to 8x monthly payments
  • Live classes
  • 30 min Q&A at the end of each class
  • Access to class recordings
  • Discord for group interaction
  • Fun bonus materials
  • Teaching assistant on Discord
  • Access to class files
  • Individual Feedback
  • Career Guidance
  • Portfolio Review
  • Free bonus access to my Intro to Marmoset Toolbag course
  • Project feedback with special guest! 
Join Now!

FAQ

If you have any further questions, feel free to email us: [email protected]