Free 3D Character Assets Cookie And Chip Resources For Digital Artists

Introduction Cookie and Chip are 3D character figures used in digital art creation with DAZ Studio and Poser software. These characters have garnered a following among digital artists who seek free resources to enhance their workflow. The available freebies include poses, animations, clothing options, and various add-ons that expand the capabilities of these base figures. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the free resources available for Cookie and Chip, based on community contributions and official updates.

Overview of Cookie and Chip Characters

Cookie and Chip appear to be stylized 3D human figures designed for use in digital rendering and animation. Cookie is presented as a female figure, while Chip is the male counterpart. These characters originated from Runtime DNA (RDNA), which was later acquired by DAZ. The figures have been available for purchase but also have a substantial library of free resources created by the community.

According to the source material, Cookie and Chip have been used in various creative projects, including the 3D graphic novel "Sacked!" which was released freely on the ArtStation Marketplace. This project utilized both Cookie and Chip figures and was described as a "Christmas movie" in graphic novel form, with its creator being interviewed in VisNews #23.

The figures appear to have compatible material settings, with one source noting that "they share mats? Or at least all the same options." However, there are differences between the characters, with one source suggesting that Chip "seems like the same thing as Cookie but with fewer options aside from a few exceptions."

Free Poses and Animations

A substantial collection of free poses is available for both Cookie and Chip figures, created by various artists in the community. These poses cover a wide range of actions, styles, and moods, providing artists with ready-to-use character positioning options.

For Cookie specifically, the following free pose resources are documented: - Cookie Pose 1: Available on ShareCG - Free pose set 01: A collection of poses available on Renderosity - Little Witch Poses: A themed pose set - Monkey Poses: Animal-inspired character poses - Mzia for Cookie: Free poses created by the artist Mzia - Skate Poses and Skater poses: Action-oriented poses for Cookie - Some Silly Faces: Expressive facial poses - Some Silly Poses: Lighthearted and humorous character positions - Some Silly Poses Revisited: Updated versions of previous silly poses - Sugar Plum Ballet: A set of six ballet-inspired poses

For Chip, the available resources include: - Handposes specifically designed for Chip - Chip Tails: Additional tail options for the character - Various poses that work with both Cookie and Chip figures

Several of these pose sets are available through multiple platforms, including Renderosity and ShareCG. Some resources, like the Sugar Plum Ballet poses, were originally part of a promotional event and may require accessing archived versions.

Animation Resources

Beyond static poses, animators can find free animation resources for Cookie and Chip. The Cookie and Chip Walk-cycle is available as a free animation asset, providing a basic walking motion that can be incorporated into projects. Additionally, Cookie Pas de Deux offers a more complex animation sequence, likely featuring ballet-inspired movement.

These animation resources are particularly valuable for artists looking to create dynamic scenes without starting from scratch. The walk-cycle provides fundamental locomotion, while Pas de Deux offers more sophisticated choreography for artistic projects.

Clothing and Accessories

While not explicitly categorized as "freebies" in the traditional sense, several clothing options and accessories for Cookie and Chip are mentioned in the source material, with some available at no cost. The community has developed methods for adapting clothing between different figure types, expanding the available options.

Cookie has been depicted wearing various outfits, including: - HaleyShirt and HaleyPants from Genesis 3 Female clothing - Long shirt dress for V4 by Supernova (converted using CrossDresser) - Joy Dress for Cookie - Ballet shoes - Various hats and headwear

For Chip, Firecracker appears to be an available option that includes a surprising bonus - a tiger variant that can be applied by "re-hairing" using the same shader as the girls' hair. This tiger variant is also available as a standalone product.

The Cookie Dough add-on is mentioned as significantly expanding the figure's capabilities by adding numerous morphs. This requires loading the Cookie Dough.cr2 file, which provides additional dials in the parameters tab for customization. Fitting clothing to Cookie Dough appears to require specific techniques depending on the software being used, with different solutions available for Poser and DAZ Studio.

Plugin Updates and Compatibility

The digital art community has developed plugins and tools to enhance the functionality of Cookie and Chip figures. One significant resource is the Powerpose plugin, which has been updated to include support for Cookie. According to the source material, this plugin allows artists to pose characters using Powerpose, which is described as "part of Studio...and it's free! Just not updated with each release."

The Powerpose update for Cookie is available through a DeviantArt link provided in the source material. This update enables artists to utilize the plugin specifically with the Cookie figure, expanding posing capabilities beyond what's available in the base software.

Additionally, the Cookie DS Advanced MATs and Chip DS Advanced MATs are mentioned as free resources that include regular DAZ Studio mats, EliteHSS and UberSurface presets for Cookie, Chip, and their hair. These materials appear to enhance the rendering quality and options for the figures.

Rendering Resources

The source material mentions various rendering techniques and resources specific to Cookie and Chip. Iray rendering is frequently referenced as a preferred method, with several artists sharing their Cookie renders created using this rendering engine.

Skin and hair customization options are noted, including: - Hair modification using an OOT hair modifier - Skin modification using a freebie from the "freepozitory" for Iray - Mec4d Satin shaders - FWSA Soft Light Probes

These resources allow artists to achieve specific visual styles and quality levels when rendering their Cookie and Chip figures.

Community Resources and External Links

The Cookie and Chip community has created numerous resources hosted on various platforms. Some of the most frequently mentioned include: - KCTC (kctc.francemi.net): Hosts multiple Cookie and Chip resources including Pas de Deux, Chip Tails, Little Witch Poses, and Skater poses - Renderosity: Features multiple free pose sets for Cookie - ShareCG: Provides access to various Cookie poses and animations - DeviantArt: Hosts plugin updates like the Powerpose update for Cookie - Archive.org: Contains archived versions of some resources that may no longer be available on their original sites

The community has also developed methods for sharing resources across different platforms, with many items available through multiple links to ensure continued accessibility.

Conclusion

Cookie and Chip figures have a substantial ecosystem of free resources available to digital artists. These resources range from basic poses and animations to advanced plugins, clothing options, and rendering materials. The community's contributions have significantly expanded the utility of these base figures, making them more accessible and versatile for artists working with limited budgets.

The availability of these free resources demonstrates the collaborative nature of the digital art community, where users develop and share tools that enhance everyone's creative capabilities. For artists interested in working with Cookie and Chip, the documented resources provide a solid foundation for exploration and experimentation in their digital creations.

Sources

1. Sacked! - ArtStation Marketplace Post
2. DAZ Forums Discussion on Cookie and Chip
3. PoserDazFreebies Wiki - Chip
4. PoserDazFreebies Wiki - Cookie