Okay Noviski has given full permission....anyone who has any knowledge of rigging care to take a stab at this?  Would like it rigged for Poser use.

http://ShareCG.com/v/47033/view/3D-Model/Toon-Woodpecker

Noviski is the creator of this model and did a FANTASTIC job.  THANKS.

Now let's see if we can take it the rest of the way.

See Previous forum thread:

http://www.renderosity.com/mod/forumpro/showthread.php?thread_id=2809244

If I could get it in an OBJ then maybe I could do something with it. I can't open a .car :o(

Nevermind, I downloaded the trial of Carrara to load it and exported it as an obj. No harm no fowl... (sorry I couldn't resist) hehehe

I was wondering if "birds of a feather" might see this thread.  Thanks for taking on the task.

Hmm, maybe we're duplicating our efforts. I've already exported the model, assigned parts, created the hierarchy, placed the skeleton and have finished the head, neck, beak and eyes so far. Should I continue?

go ahead, you're farther along than I got last night before bed. I didn't know if anyone else was working on it.

Now now, no fighting, I don't want feathers flying....ahem...

Seriously, I'm so glad either of you you took up the challenge.  You all ROCK.

Quote - Now now, no fighting, I don't want feathers flying....ahem...

Seriously, I'm so glad either of you you took up the challenge.  You all ROCK.

Geez! Stop Hen pecking them!!

Well the YOLK's on you....I respect these guys.  LMAO...oh this is getting so bad.  LOL

Quote - Well the YOLK's on you....I respect these guys.  LMAO...oh this is getting so bad.  LOL

picks up a down pillow

You better duck!

Oh that was you.....I was feeling a little down in the mouth....but maybe I'm just a little *peck-ish.....*but it's late and I must *fly.....*see you all tomorrow.

How much longer can this go on before we start re-hashing our old comments?  LMAO

Will you all stop cackling like a bunch of old crows :oP

This post should be renamed the "Encyclopedia of Bird References". or something.

Quote - This post should be renamed the "Encyclopedia of Bird References". or something.

It's a hoot!

Quote - Well, I am beginning to understand the appeal of cartoon rigging. It is much quicker and more forgiving than attempts at realism. I've rigged the woodpecker and created morphs for the eyelids and eyebrows. Now, all that remains is to clean up the cr2, package the content and…hmm.  Is it really ok with the creator for me to post this at shareCG? I noticed the original package doesn’t have a readme and I'm not going to make one.

I sent Noviski a PM.

Personally, since he created the toon, I think the file should be uploaded to his section at ShareCG, with credit in the readme to you for having rigged it for Poser.

He's made other toons, great ones! I've been after him to put them in a store. Perhaps the 2 of you could discuss collaborating? He creates and you rig? 

I think it would make sense for me to send the file to Novishki.

I'm going to be taking a break from Poser rigging. This project was just a lark...

I already messaged Noviski before I created this thread since him and I have been in contact since the start of the project.

Message:

"Also I want to ask your permission, is it okay if I work on getting someone to rig it for poser?  Then when they do, we can offer that as a freebie as well.  And maybe you two can team up if you ever want to create models for sale."

Reply:

"Hi, Nightwolf.

Feel free to do whatever you want. It's a gift for all community.

Thanks for your concern.

Best regards,

-Noviski-"

I'm one step ahead.  LOL, trouble is I trip a lot.

Also, I just thought of this, does the mouth open and close?  Never thought to ask before.....see I tripped.

I guess that means I could just post it at shareCG, billed as 'Novisk's Woodpecker For Poser.

The mouth opens and closes. I've rigged the tail feathers too. 

Woohoo EVERYONE rocks.

I saw that shareCG wants to know that the upload is "my work" or that I "own the rights." I can't confirm this in good conscience.

If there is a way that I can forward the package to Nyghtwolf or Noviski, send me a site mail.

Okay guys here it is. ENJOY

http://ShareCG.com/v/47128/view/Poser/Noviskis-Woodpecker-for-Poser

WooHoo! I wasn't the 1st to download it, but the 2nd! :o)

Thanks for this, kinda saved me the work there lol

Hmmmm Now I have an idea for a bionic rooster model.  LOL

Oh I've been pondering that one ever since I started modeling. If you have any design ideas, I'm definitely open for suggestions / designs. :o)

My really horrible mish-mash of an idea.

HAHAHA!

Hi, folks!

I was on vacations (10 days without touching a computer, THANKS GOD I'm back!!! LOL). 

I just read the Nyghtwolf's and Acadia's messages.  Good job for the Poser rigging! I like it! And I have more Toon models for you, stay tooned, or tuned...

BTW, Happy New Year! ;)

More models...............~GASP~.......~passes out~....... I think I'm in heaven.

How hard would it be to make me a cartoon rooster? I could make all the rest myself to complete my Bionic Rooster, but my attempts to make a rooster was less than acceptable to me.

Just for your information, I've changed the restrictions of the Toon Woodpecker. Now it's a unrestricted use model.

Quote - How hard would it be to make me a cartoon rooster? I could make all the rest myself to complete my Bionic Rooster, but my attempts to make a rooster was less than acceptable to me.

In fact modeling a toon character it's not so hard in Carrara. The worst part is the UV mapping.

Ya know what, I would be fine with that. I can UV map and rig it myself. I would be very greatful for the model alone. If you want anything from me I am definitely up for bartering.