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first time using 3d model for checking the anatomy. was it useful? hmm hmm not so much tbh :[ mostly for the hands #art #rylandgrace #fanart #fyp #projecthailmary #speedpaint Trying a 3D model to check anatomy—mostly hands practice. Was it useful? Honest take and speedpaint notes. #art #rylandgrace #fanart #projecthailmary #speedpaint First time using a 3D model for checking the anatomy. Tried it as a reference while working on a Ryland Grace fanart speedpaint for Project Hail Mary. The main goal was to use the model to sort out hand placement and proportions. Outcome: not so much, tbh. The 3D model helped confirm some basic arm angles and torso alignment, but it didn’t translate well to the hands—those remained the trickiest part. The rigid shapes and generic finger poses from the model didn’t capture the subtle bends and weight distribution needed for a natural hand pose in this piece. What worked: - Quick visual reference for overall silhouette and limb length. - Fast way to test camera angle and perspective without redrawing multiple thumbnails. - Helpful for blocking in volume and major joints when composing the figure. What didn’t work: - Hands still required separate study; the model’s default hand poses looked stiff and lacked character. - Small anatomical nuances—tendon placement, knuckle prominence, finger foreshortening—were lost in the generic mesh. Takeaway: 3D models are a useful tool for broad anatomy and posing decisions, but they shouldn’t be relied on exclusively for detailed hand work. Combine the 3D reference with focused hand studies, photo references, or gesture sketches to capture natural finger articulation and weight. For fanart like Ryland Grace, prioritize expressive hand poses that match the character’s emotion, then refine with anatomy study. Engagement: Have you used 3D models for hands before? Share tips or favorite reference methods in the comments—especially techniques that make hands look more natural in stylized fanart. is connected to @lik⁷, 6 hashtag signals, and 6.0K impact score.