sculpting a diamond braid mane

want to build your own diamond braid mane? this is how I did it!

started by blocking out the structure using simple tubes - just enough to map the direction and spacing of each braid strand.

this stage is all about getting the rhythm and crossover points right... each strand needs a consistent angle and taper so the weave reads correctly once it’s refined. i like to use a slightly thicker tube at the top, thinning toward the tassels, to try and display weight and tension

i went back and forth a few times on how many braids to add, and ended up duplicating one more to allow for bigger necks. you can always trim back but adding to it is a pita lol.

next step after this screenshot would be tightening the transitions, adding bands, using the inflate tool to puff out the middle of each strand, refining where strands tuck under each other, and adding surface texture to make it feel like real braided hair.

don't wanna sculpt it yourself? here's the pack https://www.cowsensenotincluded.com/.../manes-unique...