Would you like to build your own characters, buildings, and worlds? Do you want to learn how models for animated films and video games are built? In this introduction to Blender, we will cover the basic tools of 3D modeling in Blender and understand how to navigate the 3D space. 

Blender is a free open-source 3D creation software. Blender can be used for modeling, animation, game creation, and more! This class focuses on modeling but students are encouraged to explore the many tools that Blender offers. Over the course of four weeks, students will use the learned tools to build their own castle. There are no graded assignments but students may share their castle with the class and/or submit it for a grade if they like.

No previous knowledge of 3D modeling or Blender is required. Students are expected to explore Blender in their own time and use the discussion board to ask questions and collaborate with classmates. The teacher can always be contacted through email or through the classroom page. Students can request a Zoom meeting with the teacher to discuss any challenges or to share their work. Students are expected to post any questions, difficulties, or projects in the classroom page; the more questions the better! 

This class has NO LIVE MEETINGS and has a flexible schedule; this allows students to work at any time but students are expected to complete each lesson in a week. The written lesson will be posted with guiding videos. It will include directions for tool use, and screenshot photos to illustrate each step. Navigation tips and bonus projects will also be included. Participation, especially in response to discussion questions, is expected. 

Unfortunately, tablets and Chromebooks do not support Blender. A laptop or desktop computer is required. A mouse with a scroll wheel is also needed.