Oliver Schümann

Kielkropf

Oliver Schümann 🇩🇪

Medium: Digital SculptureCreation Date: 14.03.2024

The Kielkropf is a changeling and is described as a deformed child based on hellish or demonic influences.

I chose the Kielkropf who is a changeling and is described as deformed child based on hellish or demonic influences. I liked the contrast of known and unknown shapes. The Baby side on the one side should trigger empathy and the twisted side is a great contrast compared to the clean human face.

Furthermore, the context is important because folklore is an old medium to deal with fears and unknown topics. Disabilities are part of our human nature and because of missing reconnaissance and acceptance (Now and back when this mythos came up) a lot of people are still seeing disabilities as a bad thing. That’s the reason I made my two Kielkropf sides appealing and loveable.

How long have you been sculpting? What is your artistic background and style?

I have sculpted digitally since 2007 as a hobbyist and since 2012 as a professional for video games, miniatures, and collectibles. I don’t know if I really have a style, I just love to make monsters and creatures.

How long did it take to create the piece? What tools / software did you use for your creation? Any insight on your process?

The overall time was ca. 5–6 days in total. I used our base reference for the scale and started blocking out everything in Zbrush. For the cloth piece, I used Style3DAtelier to create a nice base shape for further refinements during the sculpting. My beauty shot was rendered with Keyshot, and the final touches were made within Photoshop.

Is this piece for sale? How can a fan acquire it?

You can buy a physical version here:

https://ko-fi.com/crazypixel/shop

Are you looking for work? If so, in what role & location?

I’m always looking for new freelance jobs as digital sculptor

Any additional information? ( 3d printer, resin etc etc )

I’m using an Anycubic MonoX in combination with Anycubic's standard resin+ and a lot of coffee!

Your website / showreel & social media

https://linktr.ee/oliver_schuemann

https://www.oliverschuemann.com/

https://www.instagram.com/_crazypixel_