Astrid Luna A Steampunk Fantasy Character Rendered in Marmoset Toolbag


Article by Aimee Gilmore
An impressive steampunk-fantasy character by 3D Artist Artem Dobrusin.
Reference: Astrid Luna Artwork
3D artist Artem Dobrusin presents Astrid Luna, a powerful steampunk-fantasy character brought to life through detailed craftsmanship and narrative design. Portraying a celestial guardian of lunar towers, Astrid embodies a perfect balance between strength and elegance, wrapped in an atmosphere of mysticism and forgotten technology.

Reference: Astrid Luna Creative Process
The character was created using a professional pipeline that includes 3ds Max, ZBrush, Maya, RizomUV, Photoshop, Substance 3D Painter, and Marmoset Toolbag. Sculpting began in ZBrush, with modeling and retopology handled in 3ds Max and Maya. UVs were unwrapped in RizomUV, texturing completed in Substance 3D Painter, and final presentation rendered in Marmoset Toolbag. Post-processing and compositing were finished in Photoshop.

Reference: Astrid Luna Presentation
What truly sets Astrid Luna apart is the storytelling embedded in her design. From the lunar motifs on her armor to the soft, magical glow in her eyes, every detail is intentional. Her steampunk attire mixes elegance and utility, blending hard-surface modeling with delicate ornamental patterns.
Artem's artistic choices, such as the soft lighting and cinematic composition, elevate the final presentation, making Astrid feel like a character from a larger narrative universe.
Reference: Astrid Luna Artwork
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