Create excellent 3D animations with free, open-source software
When you're looking for help with creating animation with Blender, look no further than the top-selling Blender book on the market. This edition of Blender For Dummies covers every step in the animation process, from basic design all the way to finished product. This book walks you through each project phase, including creating models, adding lighting and environment, animating objects, and building a final shareable file. Written by long-time Blender evangelist Jason van Gumster, this deep reference teaches you the full animation process from idea to final vision. With this fun and easy guide, you're on your way toward making your animation dreams a reality.
- Set up Blender and navigate the interface
- Learn how to build models in virtual space
- Texture, light, and animate your figures-then render your final product
- Get help and inspiration from the Blender community
If you're new to Blender or an experienced user in need of a reference, Blender For Dummies is the easy-to-use guide for you.
Your deep dive into 3D animation with Blender®
Blender®, the free software for creating anything in 3D from scratch, is a dream come true for digital artists. This book is a treasure trove of information for anyone who wants to create their own animations. Explore every step in the 3D creation process with jargon-free instructions and walkthroughs. Even if you've never created in 3D before, you can start building models, working with light and texture, rendering images, editing video, and finalizing your finished product. Make your 3D dreams a reality with this guide.
6 Books Inside? - Exploring Blender basics
- Building 3D models
- Surfacing and rendering models
- Animating objects and scenes
- Working with video
- Scripting in Blender
