Afrodite is my first original character, inspired by the rise of digital influencers and my interest in fashion and creative direction. This piece reimagines The Birth of Venus by Botticelli through a contemporary lens. A key technical challenge was developing a wet material shader that made the dress appear translucent, like damp cotton, without becoming fully transparent. I also studied references of stylised wet-look hair to ensure natural wave clumping and realistic shine. Soft natural lighting helped diffuse reflections for an organic feel.​​​​​​​