AKS-74U Handguard - Prop Breakdown - Colin

https://gamesartist.co.uk/aks-74u-handguard/
Prop Artist Colin breaks down the creation of a realistic AK Handguard. In this article, he covers references, blockout, high & lowpoly modelling, UVs, baking, detailed wood & metal texturing, wear creation, lighting and rendering.
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https://www.artstation.com/artwork/3ErGNA