From Paul Caggegi on the CG Cookie blog: Blender updates are exciting, packed with shiny new features and tools, but they can also feel like a double-edged sword. Just when you’ve mastered the current version, here comes another release to shake things up. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, staying current can feel [...]

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Discover the creative process behind the dystopian surrealist artwork 'Agony' with Nguyen Bao. INTRODUCTION Hey there! I’m Nguyen Bao, a 3D Visual Artist based in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. I've been a 3D Visual Artist for three years. I love creating and experimenting with visual art, expressing myself, and exploring the unconscious mind through 3D [...]

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Quentin Steinke writes: In this Blender 4.4 tutorial I walk you through modeling a Mac in Blender. If you have any questions of need some help, let me know in the comments!

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Character designer Peter Alexander shares his enthusiasm for the recent Blender Auto Setup updates, highlighting how they streamline character design using Character Creator 4 (CC4) assets. He details his workflow, emphasizing the efficiency and viability of this setup for those without access to licensed software like Zbrush. About Mythcons Greetings, my name is Peter Alexander. [...]

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Jan van den Hemel writes: 40-minute about an Image to 3D model workflow using the (much improved!) Trace Image to Grease Pencil feature in Blender. This is great for creating a base mesh that you can then use for either boolean, sub-d or sculpting workflows (it's up to you!).

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Here's an overview of the most recent Blender jobs on Blender Artists, ArtStation and 3djobs.xyz: That's No Moon | Lead Environment Concept Music Video Help Blender Designer for 30-Second Crowdfunding Video Looking for someone who can fix my 3d studio scan 3-Wheel Tilting Motorcycle Rigging in Blender Danjorous Games | Artiste 3D Looking for artist [...]

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Every week, hundreds of artists share their work on the Blender Artists forum. I'm putting some of the best work in the spotlight in a weekly post here on BlenderNation.

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Catch up with LA Blenderheads this Saturday to celebrate Blender 4.4, hear about cool Blender projects, and socialize with your peers. Meeting topics include Blender new features along with AI mesh creation/training, combining normal maps, using Graphite with Blender, and more. We are meeting in-person and online and hope to see you there.

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​Discover how BuyingZebra's advanced suspension armature utilizes Blender's rigid body constraints to create realistic, physics-driven vehicle animations. I have developed this armature using my tank armature as the foundation. Using the default bone constraints default bone constraints (with no drivers), the leaf springs (as well as the shackles and hinges) function like the actual suspension [...]

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BlenderKit Add-on 3.15.0 is here, featuring enhanced search tabs, node group assets, and improved workflow tools. Vilem Duha writes: We’re pleased to announce the release of BlenderKit Add-on version 3.15.0, packed with exciting new features, important improvements, and stability fixes. Search tabs will immensely boost your workflow and Search tabs will immensely boost your workflow [...]

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Michael Bridges dives into creating stunning bloom effects in Blender and export them as transparent assets for use in other programs like OBS. I take you through my full thought process, exploring how bloom works and why transparency is essential when layering visuals over different backgrounds. This isn’t just about getting a glow—it's about controlling [...]

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Jonathan Munoz shares his stunning fan-art concept trailer. Everything about it is very high qualitym including all CG animation which done with Blender. This project has been cooking fot quite some time now… My name is Jonathan, I’m a Director/VFX artist based in Los Angeles. Back in October 2023 I set out to assemble a [...]

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Notes for weekly communication of ongoing projects and modules. Announcements Blender 4.4 has been released on Tuesday. Check out what’s new in the release notes. Modules & Projects 2025-03-17 Modeling Module Meeting 2025-03-18 Render & Cycles Meeting 2025-03-18 Animation & Rigging module meeting 2024-03-18 Tablet Support: UX and other implications 2025-03-18 Grease Pencil Module Meeting [...]

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