February 2020
Beginner
560 pages
19h 49m
English
Overview
Make your 3D world a reality
Some of the dramatic visual effects you've seen in top-grossing movies and heralded television series got their start in Blender. This book helps you get your own start in creating three-dimensional characters, scenes, and animations in the popular free and open-source tool.
Author Jason van Gumster shares his insight as an independent animator and digital artist to help Blender newcomers turn their ideas into three-dimensional drawings. From exporting and sharing scenes to becoming a part of the Blender community, this accessible book covers it all!
- Create 3D characters—no experience required
- Build scenes with texture and real lighting features
- Animate your creations and share them with the world
- Avoid common rookie mistakes
This book is the ideal starting place for newcomers to the world of 3D modeling and animation.
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