Intro to 3D Modeling: Blender Bootcamp for Absolute Beginners (Ages 8-12)
Joey Tiell
Rising Star
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(211)
In this self-paced course, students will begin to master the basics of low-poly 3D modeling, lighting, and rendering in Blender.
Class experience
Beginner Level
In this self paced class, students will learn the foundations of Blender and low-poly box modeling through a series of instructional video lessons, exercises, and hands-on projects. In order to accommodate a variety of learning styles, the course also includes a 70+ page guide book with screenshots, tips, and tricks, that outlines the entire course. It can be used as an in-class guide, for a parent or guardian to follow along, and as a long-term reference book to refer back to long after...
4 units//17 lessons//4 Weeks
Unit 1Getting Started with Basic ObjectsGetting Started with Basic Objects6 lessons1 WeekWeek 1Lesson 1Chapter One - Download, Installation, and SetupA thorough guide to downloading, installing, and getting Blender set up and ready for use.Lesson 2Chapter Two - 3D Viewport and Interface BasicsA tour of Blender's main interface windows - translating a complex tool into simple and easy to manage pieces.Lesson 3Chapter Three - Changing Our View with Orbit, Pan, and ZoomLearn how to move around and through the 3D scene with ease.Lesson 4Chapter Four - Transforming 3D ObjectsCreate your first unique 3D objects by transforming simple shapes with the Move, Rotate, and Scale tools.Lesson 5Unit / Week One Summary ProjectSummarize and review what we've learned so far by crafting our first version of the final project.Lesson 6Unit / Week One Bonus ProjectsAdditional guided projects to challenge you and reinforce what we've learned so far.Unit 2Mesh Editing and ModifiersMesh Editing and Modifiers5 lessons1 WeekWeek 2Lesson 7Chapter Five - Introduction to Mesh EditingBegin to shape complex objects by manipulating vertices, edges, and faces.Lesson 8Chapter Six - Advanced Mesh Editing ToolsUnlock the ability to create nearly any shape with an introduction to core mesh editing tools like Inset and Extrude.Lesson 9Chapter Seven - Adding Modifiers to ObjectsLearn to work more efficiently and save time by using object Modifiers.Lesson 10Unit / Week Two Summary ProjectSummarize and review what we've learned so far by with an update to our first sword in the stone model.Lesson 11Unit / Week Two Bonus ProjectsAdditional guided projects to challenge you and reinforce what we've learned so far.Unit 3Lighting and MaterialsLighting and Materials5 lessons1 WeekWeek 3Lesson 12Chapter Eight - Rendering to a FileProduce full quality final works of art that you can share.Lesson 13Chapter Nine - Creating and Applying MaterialsDive into materials and how to apply color to individual parts of a 3D model.Lesson 14Chapter Ten - Lighting Models and ScenesLearn to light your scenes and models with an introduction to the lighting options and properties.Lesson 15Unit / Week Three Summary ProjectSummarize and review what we've learned so far by adding color and lighting to our updated sword in the stone model.Lesson 16Unit / Week Three Bonus ProjectsAdditional guided projects to challenge you and reinforce what we've learned so far.Unit 4Final ProjectsFinal Projects1 lesson1 WeekWeek 4Lesson 17Final Summary ProjectBringing it all together. Your own custom 3D scene with materials, lighting, and a full quality render that you can be proud of!
Students will feel confident with the basic Blender interface and tools including transformation, basic materials, lighting, and rendering.
Homework Offered
Students are expected to watch or read all of the guided video and or written lessons, as well as complete the chapter exercises and summary project. This course includes optional bonus projects available for students who want to learn more.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
There are no tests or assessments in this class. Students are always encouraged, but not required, to share their finished and in-progress artwork in the classroom.Grades Offered
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Rising Star
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(211)
Hello! I'm Joey and I'm excited to meet you. As a parent, I understand how vital early childhood education is. The fact that you are here, searching for the best instructor for your learners, means that you know how important it is too. I take...
Self-Paced Class
$18
weekly or $70 for all content17 pre-recorded lessons
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 294 learners
Ages: 8-12
