Sam The Bug Catcher - 3D Character Development

Sam is a girl who, instead of 'facing the real world', buries herself into her hobby of amateur entomology as an escape. She loves hunting for rare bugs but is especially focused on a very specific beetle of legend.

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Programs: Maya, Substance Painter, Arnold Renderer & Photoshop

While developing Sam's design, I really wanted to make sure that there was a subtle link to an insect-like silhouette. A lot of inspiration for her silhouette was taken from an African Mantis such as the large head and spindly limbs. However, through the process, I was mindful of not taking it too far and making the design feel creepy. Her costume design helped in avoiding this through her clunky jars, knitted jersey and comically large hat.