Another 3D project I did during study was a Dinosaur, It was a complicated and new process for me and I struggled a bit through out During the study I learnt how Topology is a major part of making a good looking model.
Texture
During this project I wanted to play with the textures more and experiment, so I ended up playing with the built in Blender texture painter. The in built painter has it own unique feel to it where the textures look soft and smooth and gives it a kind of toony feel and I think it suited well for me