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How to rig a character in Blender easily?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yT8kFE6mDdY ab_channel=ApprendreBlender Preparing the Blender file Before applying a Mirror modifier in Object Mode: Object…
How to change measurement units in Blender?
To change the measurement units in Blender, let me show you the steps: Go to Scene Properties Then scroll down to Units Choose Metric for the Unit System…
How to use the numpad on Blender with a Mac?
To enable the numpad and its keyboard shortcuts on a Mac, you need to: Go to Edit > Preferences Then go to Input > Keyboard , and check Emulate Numpad Now…
Is 3D Animation Easier Than 2D Animation?
It's a broad and complex question: what should you learn? 3D or 2D animation? In this article, I am going to analyze the differences to determine whether 2D…
How to make a 3D animated film in Blender?
Making an animated film is no easy task. In this article, I'll take you on a chronological tour of the stages involved in creating an animated film, from…
What is Blender 3D used for?
Blender is a versatile open-source 3D software. While 3DS and Maya have remained the industry giants for decades, Blender acts as the free outsider.…
Create a 3D character from a photo in Blender in 5 minutes!
Install the KeenTools Facebuilder add-on Update the Add-on (important) Before starting the modeling process, use editing software to scale each photo…
Making 2D Animation with Blender?
Blender is widely considered an excellent software for creating 3D animations. Yet recently, Blender has made it possible to create 2D animation projects…
The Best Camera Addons for Blender
Autofocus Pro As the name suggests, Autofocus allows you to automatically set the camera's focus. It works just like the autofocus on a real camera set to…
How to create textured lights in Blender?
Create a light via Add > Light > Spot In Render Properties, switch the render engine to Cycles. In the viewport, switch to Viewport Shading to see the light…
3D Vocabulary: n-gons, quads, triangles, edges, vertex
I want you to understand that a 3D model is a computer-generated mesh . This mesh, which I call topology, can be categorized into three types, although…
How to make an eyelash in Blender?
Start by adding a square: Add Mesh Plane Scale it with S and rotate it with R Then activate the magnet and the Snap to Face option Add a Shrinkwrap Modifier…
How to apply a color to a surface in Blender?
First, switch your viewport mode to shader so you can see the colors. In normal mode, you will only see gray. Switch to Edit Mode In the selection mode,…
How to make an eyebrow in Blender?
Start by adding a square: Add Mesh Plane Scale it with S and rotate it with R Then activate the magnet and the Snap to Face option Add a Shrinkwrap Modifier…
The 8 Best Retopology Add-ons for Blender
Retopology is seen by some as a relaxing activity, for others (like me) it's very tedious. In this article, I’m presenting 8 automatic and semi-automatic…
How to easily make hair in Blender?
First, add a Sphere. Using the Sculpt tools, create the hair base. The volume should follow the natural hairline (a bit like very short cropped hair.) Next,…
How to Use Retopology in Blender?
Retopology is used to simplify the mesh of a 3D object (characters, monsters, complex objects, etc.). The idea is simple: cover a complex mesh with a…
Blender's 54 Modifiers explained super simply
In this article, I'll give you an overview of Blender's 54 Modifiers with explanations.
8 tips for Blender beginners
In this article I share 8 Blender tips I consider essential. They will help you adopt the right learning mindset and an optimal workflow. Use references…
How to change the camera's focal length in Blender?
Click on the Toggle to camera view icon to look through the camera Then press N to bring up the View settings Then, in Focal Length , change the focal…
How to create a single point in Blender
Go to Add Mesh Plane Go into Edit Mode Then press M (for Merge) In the options, choose Collapse
How to Fill an Empty Surface in Blender
To create a surface between several points (starting from three points): Select the points (also called Vertex) Then press F (for Fill)
How to create a line between two points in Blender?
To connect two points with a line: Select the two points (also called Vertex) Then press F (for Fill)
How to change camera dimensions in Blender?
Go to the Output Properties on the right Then look under Format Change the resolution on the X and Y axis.