Hello, I would like to know how to create custom skins for police cars. I don't know which program to use. Also, sorry if this is in the wrong section but I couldn't find a proper area to post it in.

For custom skins, you will need a model and a template for the model. You can use basically any image manipulation program, however Paint is not recommended. Try GIMP or if you have it Photoshop. This is a useful tutorial if you're new to texturing. I'd recommend not releasing your first couple of textures as it's possible that they won't be of a high quality and might damage your reputation as a texture artist in the future.

 

http://www.lcpdfr.com/page/tutorials/index.action/_/texturing-tips-and-tutorials/texturing-tips-and-tricks-r8

 

Edited June 30, 201312 yr by James3000117

Another program you can use is Paint.net

i use paint.net 4 its very good for beginers. photoshop is too complex for me and could be complicated for you as well if u dont have experience

Thank you! And lets say I need to add on lightbars, ram bars, ect. What would I do?

At that point you need Zmodeler and a loooot of patience 

And an unlocked model.

And an unlocked model.

 

...Or make your own.

Adding lightbars to an unlocked model barely takes any time. If you want to get into modeling, I'd suggest download some unlocked parts and cars and fool around in zmodeler to learn how to use it (also you can read the tutorials here and on the zmodeler website). Then, once you are proficient with zmodeler, I'd suggest releasing something that is unique, not just a combination of unlocked parts and cars, because there are tons of those already. You could even convert some cars to gta IV and release them, which will set you apart and help you gain a good reputation. It does take a lot of time to convert and make things, so don't get frustrated. :)

Adding lightbars to an unlocked model barely takes any time. If you want to get into modeling, I'd suggest download some unlocked parts and cars and fool around in zmodeler to learn how to use it (also you can read the tutorials here and on the zmodeler website). Then, once you are proficient with zmodeler, I'd suggest releasing something that is unique, not just a combination of unlocked parts and cars, because there are tons of those already. You could even convert some cars to gta IV and release them, which will set you apart and help you gain a good reputation. It does take a lot of time to convert and make things, so don't get frustrated. :)

 

you need a paid copy of Zmodller2 o exoport the gta file type which is .wft (do not get Zmod3 it dose not support .wft) t

...Or make your own.

Good luck with that.

Especially when you are a beginner, like the OP.

Good luck with that.

Especially when you are a beginner, like the OP.

 

This is true. Hopefully, however, being a beginner won't hold anyone back from jumping in the deep end. The water is fine. I am doing it and although there were some setbacks I am still pushing forward.

 

@OP There is a community here that is willing to help, at least, but be prepared to do some heavy lifting on your own. If you start gluing other peoples parts on other peoples cars, that won't teach you to model anything. Eventually, you will need to venture out on a different path to learn scratch modeling, why not start day one? The ONLY two things that it requires is patience (the tools, of course) and the will to do something different. The tutoring is available ALL OVER THE WWW, you just have to look for it.

 

I will happily answer any questions you may have (that I have answers for), shoot me a PM if you need specific help.

This is true. Hopefully, however, being a beginner won't hold anyone back from jumping in the deep end. The water is fine. I am doing it and although there were some setbacks I am still pushing forward.

 

@OP There is a community here that is willing to help, at least, but be prepared to do some heavy lifting on your own. If you start gluing other peoples parts on other peoples cars, that won't teach you to model anything. Eventually, you will need to venture out on a different path to learn scratch modeling, why not start day one? The ONLY two things that it requires is patience (the tools, of course) and the will to do something different. The tutoring is available ALL OVER THE WWW, you just have to look for it.

 

I will happily answer any questions you may have (that I have answers for), shoot me a PM if you need specific help.

Don't you need blueprints or something?

Don't you need blueprints or something?

 

Yes and No. You can use pictures, however you may get a bit of perspective problems in the proportions as a result. That said, blueprints are freely available all over the WWW. The majority of the tutorials out there will explain this step in the early stages. Half of my current project was done without and BP's.

yeah well i am a newb at the ol' zmod, all i know how to do is glue some stuff together, and then it still doesnt work lol, IDGAF :P