How To Import Meshes Into Mudbox

In this quick tip, Aaron Forney shows you how to import meshes into Mudbox.

Skill level: Beginner to Intermediate
Programs: Autodesk Mudbox

Step 1

I have my model sculpted and I am now ready to import the character’s outfit.

Step 2

Go to File > Import. Mudbox will give you a browsing option; find the mesh that you want to import. I use the file extension .OBJ for my meshes.

Step 3

The outfit file is now imported into Mudbox, and ready for sculpting. One very important tip is to always make sure your meshes are centered at the origin (0,0,0) before you export them from your modeling package.

When your model is at the origin it will always import into Mudbox centered, making things a lot easier to work with.

Step 4

And now on the side you will be able to see that you are now able to select the outfit mesh on your model in Mudbox.

In closing, remember that when exporting a mesh for sculpting always make sure that it is centered to the origin. Good luck and happy sculpting!

About the Author

Aaron Forney is a 3D Modeler in Tempe, Arizona who is taking his free time to dedicate tutorials and resources for Creative-Le Studios. Working temporarily as a freelancer, his main goal is to work in the game industry as a 3D Modeler specializing in Character Modeling.