Learning ZBrush 3.1 Tutorials

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What is ZBrush?
ZBrush is used as a digital sculpting tool to create 3d models for use in movies, games, and animations. ZBrush is most known for being able to sculpt medium to high frequency details that were traditionally painted in bump maps. The resulting mesh details can then be exported as normal maps to be used on a low poly version of that same model. They can also be exported as a displacement map, although in that case the lower poly version generally requires more resolution. Or, once completed, the 3D model can be projected to the background, becoming a 2.5D image (upon which further effects can be applied). Unlike other 3d programs, ZBrush gives users the feeling of sculpting with clay which can result in much more natural looking 3d designs.

Where can I download ZBrush?
You can download the free 30 day trial of ZBrush here!

Is ZBrush hard to learn?
Learning ZBrush is not hard, it just takes time and patience! But you wont find many things more rewarding than learning how to really use ZBrush with all its power - it is amazing. I have put together these links to free ZBrush tutorials I have found on different web sites, they helped me learn the basics and beyond, and should be a great starting point for you too.

ZBrush 3 Basics/Beginner Tutorials:

Hiding and Showing stuff
Video Tutorial found via 3dGameResources

ZBrush Getting Started Tips and Tricks
Video Tutorial found via PictureBandit

Using The LazyMouse
Video Tutorial found via 3dGameResources

Using Transpose Tools
Video Tutorial found via 3dGameResources

Extracting From Layers
Video Tutorial found via 3dGameResources

Masking Tutorial
Video Tutorial found via 3dGameResources

How to Create a Turntable Movie
Video Tutorial found via The Gnomon Workshop

ZBrush 3 Intermediate/Novice Tutorials:

ZBrush 3 Advanced/Expert Tutorials:

No Expert tutorials added yet, check back later!

Tutorial Sources:
3dGameResources
PictureBandit
CannedMushrooms
iZBrush
ZBrushCentral
The Gnomon Workshop