Blender

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To Make Is Human
MakeHuman & Blender: How to Make Them Work Together

When it comes to designing virtual human models, MakeHuman and Blender go hand-in-hand. Read on to know all about the two platforms!

by Archee Verma
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Big-Boned Models
Blender: Rigging – How to Rig a Model in Blender

Rigging is commonly used in animation, but it’s also crucial to simulations in Blender. Explore this guide to Blender rigging to complete your modeling experience.

by Jaime Rios Velasco
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Meshing Around with Text
Blender: Text to Mesh – Simply Explained

In Blender, text-to-mesh conversions can be done in just a few clicks, but the results may be far from perfect. Learn how to do it right!

by Larry Wood
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Hair-Raisingly Easy
Blender Hair Tutorial: How to Make Hair in Blender

Modeling hair accurately can be difficult. Learn how to use the Blender 2.8 hair particle system, which makes creating hair a breeze!

by Amir M. Bohlooli
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Background Knowledge
Blender: Background Image – Simply Explained

Blender's background image is useful for modeling, designing, and more. Find out how to set it up and how it differs from reference images.

by Jaime Rios Velasco
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Low Poly, High Reward
Blender: Low-Poly Design – Simply Explained

If you're trying out new modeling techniques in Blender, low poly could be the one for you. Read on to learn about this unique style!

by Lauren Fuentes
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Two Model Choices
ZBrush vs Blender: The Differences

It's ZBrush vs. Blender: a showdown of two great options for 3D modeling software. Read on to find out which one is better for your needs.

by Lauren Fuentes
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Not Actually Paint
Blender: Weight Paint – Simply Explained

Weight paint is essential to many aspects of the modeling workflow in Blender such as rigging, applying modifiers, and particle spreading, among other things. Explore this guide as we exlain Blender weight paint and show you how to use it!

by Jaime Rios Velasco
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Design Ahoy
SketchUp vs Blender: The Differences

When it comes to 3D modeling of buildings or furniture, SketchUp vs. Blender is a tough call. Read on to find out which one is for you!

by Lauren Fuentes
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Blend It All Together
Blender Mesh: All You Need to Know

Mesh modeling is the most used modeling method in Blender. There's a lot to know, so read on and start learning all about Blender mesh!

by Lauren Fuentes
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Get The Most Out of Your 3D Printing Pen
3D Pen Tutorial: 3D Sketch and Create Free 3D Pen Stencils

Learn how to sketch with a 3D pen and to create 3D pen templates in this 3D pen tutorial. Also, transform any 3D files into 3D pen stencils!

by Frederik Bedrich
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Addicted to Add-ons
The 20 Best Blender Add-ons (Some Are Free)

Blender is a fantastic tool, but add-ons can enhance the program's capabilities. Discover our picks for the best Blender add-ons!

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From Cube to Character
Blender: Character Modeling – Simply Explained

Blender character modeling can seem intimidating, but don't fret! Follow these simple steps to learn how to make a character in Blender!

by Almyra Valdez
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More than Just Textures
Blender: Displacement Maps – Simply Explained

Tired of having your textures look plain and ugly? Read all about Blender's displacement maps and learn how to add realism to your models.

by Jaime Rios Velasco
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The Best Laid Plans
Blender: Blueprints – How to Set Them Up

2D technical drawings can work as references for modeling. Read on to learn how to use Blender for blueprints.

by Michael Heit
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Polygons, Be Gone!
Blender: Smooth Shading – Simply Explained

In Blender, smooth shading is a great way to make an object's surfaces appear smooth. Read on for more on Blender's smooth shading features!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Blended Features
Blender Movies: 10 Must-See Movies Made with Blender

Various short films have been made with Blender. Read on for the top 10 Blender movies worth watching, all of which are free!

by Naomi Kaye
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Like Open-Source, 3D Photoshop... Kinda
How to Clean Up 3D Scans in Blender

3D scans often don't go *exactly* as we'd like them to, and some modification is needed. Here's how to clean up a 3D scan in Blender.

by Gabriel Boyd
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AI Blend
Blender & ChatGPT: Are AI-Generated 3D Models a Thing?

Together with Blender, ChatGPT is a force to be reckoned with! Read on to see how 3D creators are combining the two of them!

by Raphael Bertasius
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Feel Free
Blender 3.5: Freestyle – Simply Explained

Blender Freestyle is a rendering tool that applies edge effects for cartoon style or wireframe drawings. Read all about using Freestyle!

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