Crafting Virtual Worlds: 3D Modeling and Animation With Blender!
Introduce your child to the world of digital art with our Blender 3D modeling class! Led by experienced instructors, this course empowers young artists to create stunning 3D models and animations..
Imagination Art Studio by David Stearns
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1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Welcome to the exciting world of 3D modeling with Blender! In this dynamic class, students will embark on a creative journey to master the fundamentals of Blender, a powerful and versatile 3D modeling software used by professionals around the globe.
From designing characters to crafting intricate landscapes, Blender offers endless possibilities for bringing your imagination to life in the digital realm. This hands-on course will guide students through the essential tools and techniques needed to create stunning 3D models and animations.
Each session will cover a range of topics, including navigating the Blender interface, modeling objects from simple shapes to complex structures, applying textures and materials, and animating characters and scenes. Through step-by-step demonstrations, interactive exercises, and personalized feedback, students will gain practical skills and confidence in using Blender to unleash their creativity.
Whether you dream of becoming a game designer, animator, or digital artist, this class is the perfect starting point for exploring the exciting world of 3D modeling. Join us and discover the endless possibilities of Blender as you embark on a journey to create your own virtual worlds!
What Students Will Learn:
• Navigating the Blender interface
• Creating and manipulating 3D objects
• Applying textures, materials, and lighting
• Rigging and animating characters
• Rendering and exporting finished projects
Requirements:
• A computer with Blender installed (free to download)
• A mouse with scroll wheel (recommended)
• Basic computer skills
• A passion for creativity and a love for 3D art!
Class schedule:
Week of 4/22: 3D modeling foundations & basic cube scene
Week of 4/29: Modeling reflective objects
Week of 5/6: Creating character heads with box modeling
Week of 5/13: Character rigging for animationLearning Goals
Understanding Blender Interface: Students will become familiar with the Blender interface, including navigation, toolbars, and workspace organization.
Basic 3D Modeling Techniques: Students will learn fundamental 3D modeling techniques such as creating and manipulating objects, extruding, scaling, and rotating shapes to craft various forms.
Texturing and Material Application: Students will learn how to apply textures and materials to their 3D models, including creating realistic surfaces, adjusting shaders, and UV mapping.
Lighting and Rendering: Students will explore lighting techniques to enhance their scenes and learn how to render their 3D models into high-quality images and animations.
Character Rigging and Animation: Students will delve into character rigging, including creating armatures and bone structures, and learn how to animate their models using keyframes, modifiers, and constraints.
Scene Composition and Visualization: Students will develop skills in scene composition and visualization, including arranging objects, setting up camera angles, and creating dynamic and visually appealing scenes.
Problem-Solving and Creative Thinking: Through hands-on projects and challenges, students will develop problem-solving skills and creative thinking as they tackle real-world design problems and bring their artistic visions to life.
Project Management and Workflow: Students will learn effective project management and workflow techniques, including organizing files, using layers and groups, and optimizing their workflow for efficiency and productivity.
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Parental Guidance
Blender is a third party app that can be downloaded for free.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2020
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The teacher of this class has a degree in animation and over 15 years as a professional artist.Reviews
Live Group Class
$19
weekly1x per week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-10 learners per class
