My original mood board. Heavily inspired by the stylized looks of the Gorillaz.
Original sculpt done in blender and imported into maya. Quad draw was used to re-topologize the face.
Body re-topology
Substance painter was used to texture the model. Hand painted face and hair.
Rigged with Advanced Skeleton. Special attention was paid to the elbows which were equipped with sliding joints.
Sitting Render
Standing Render