Post Description

Blender is a powerful open-source tool for 2D and 3D graphics, full-on animation, compositing, and post-production. It is used to create movies and special effects, even in HD. In Blender Essential Training, Roger Wickes offers new Blender users a thorough explanation of its interface, tools, and features. He also demonstrates practical techniques and shows how to access the online and openndash;content resources of this amazing tool. Specific 3D techniques covered include navigating in 3D space, using cameras and lights, and rendering. Roger demonstrates how to rig, animate, and composite a character over live action. Exercise files accompany the course.
Topics include:

    * Navigating Blender’s user interface and accessing open assets
    * Modeling with vertices, Bézier curves, and NURBS surfaces
    * Lighting and using multi-point light rigs
    * Working with cameras in a 3D environment
    * Painting and shading 3D objects
    * Creating realistic hair, smoke, and swarms
    * Animating objects and characters
    * Compositing rendered layers
    * Sequencing video strips with audio into a final product