Blender 4: The Ultimate Environment Artist's Guide

Introducing: ‘Blender 4: The Ultimate Environment Artist's Guide’!

We’ve been cooking up something extraordinary, and it's time to reveal the secret…!

Are you ready to take a stroll down the cobblestone alleys of design? Our BIGGEST, totally huge, and fantastic 40-hour course of the year is finally here.

‘Blender 4: The Ultimate Environment Artist's Guide’ will transport you to a bygone era, where Victorian elegance meets stylized graphics. Stay tuned for an immersive journey into 3D modelling that will have you crafting your very own piece of history.

‘Blender 4: The Ultimate Environment Artist's Guide’ is an advanced course designed for both new and experienced artists, focusing on 3D environmental creation in Blender with a specific emphasis on Victorian-era scenes.

The top 6 points about this course:

1. Storytelling through 3D Modelling: Design and tell a story of a Victorian street corner with intelligent colour management and signage

2. Entirely Blender-Created Scene: From Models to Shaders

3. Master Stylized Victorian Renders: In-Depth Compositor Setup Tutorial - Gain expert knowledge in producing stylized Victorian-style renders with a thorough breakdown of the full compositor setup

4. Enhance 3D Scenes with Realistic Window Displays: Simple Yet Effective Texture Techniques - Learn to enhance your 3D visuals, using straightforward plain textures to create captivating window displays that add depth and realism to your scenes

5. From Beginner to Pro: Progressive, Easy-to-Follow modelling section in a well-structured course about 3D modelling sections that gradually increase in complexity

6. Vertex Painting Mastery: Texturing Any Terrain Effectively - Discover the secrets to texturing any terrain convincingly and artistically using vertex painting

Key features of ‘Blender 4: The Ultimate Environment Artist's Guide’ include:

1. Victorian Era Scene Creation: Learn to craft detailed Victorian streetscapes, including elements like vintage trucks and streetlights, balancing historical accuracy and creativity.

2. Extensive Resource Pack: Access a variety of resources including geometry nodes, trees, shaders, and texture maps, and learn how to effectively incorporate these into your scenes. This massive resource pack comes with around 50 shaders, 3 custom geometry nodes you won't find anywhere else, and of course our trusted human scaled model, providing an unparalleled toolkit for your creations.

3. Progressive Learning Curve: ‘Blender 4: The Ultimate Environment Artist's Guide’ is structured to guide learners from basic 3D modelling to complex, professional techniques.

4. Reference Art, Greyboxing, and Edgewear Techniques: Master the art of referencing and greyboxing, and learn to apply edgewear and realistic textures to your models. A fully comprehensive guide to referencing is included, guiding you through traditional methods like using Pinterest and Google but also innovative approaches utilizing AI tools such as ChatGPT and Midjourney for inspiration and accuracy in design.

5. Shader, Texture, and Compositing Mastery: Dive deep into the creation and application of shaders and textures and learn comprehensive compositing skills using Blender's render engines.

   • Working with the Blender compositor to turn any scene into a professional piece is part of this course too! ‘Blender 4: The Ultimate Environment Artist's Guide’ will introduce you to techniques like layering with AO and emission node setups, as well as enhancing the environment and warmth of your scene, all through the Blender 4 compositor.

6. Advanced Camera Techniques: Become proficient with Blender’s camera settings and learn how to effectively set up multiple camera setups to enhance composition.

   • A complete camera turntable guide ensures you'll never be stuck again on rendering turntables, understanding what makes for good composition.

7. Lighting Mastery: Learn advanced lighting techniques for adding mood and realism to your scenes. Using the Blender Sky Texture node setup, you will gain control over your lighting within your projects, all done in Blender without the need for outside resources.

8. Vertex Painting Mastery: Discover the secrets to texturing any terrain convincingly and artistically using vertex painting, empowering you to create more dynamic and engaging 3D environments.

‘Blender 4: The Ultimate Environment Artist's Guide’ will have you mastering the art of stylized Victorian architecture.

Think quaint bookshops, cosy inns, and mysterious alleyways that could only exist in a world crafted by your hands.

Your Blender 4 stylized Victorian scene will include:

· A perfume shop with an ornate façade, offering an array of delicate fragrances, captured in miniature digital bottles. A bustling coffee shop with large, welcoming windows, inviting passersby to savour a moment of reprieve.

· A book shop filled with rows of finely textured tomes, each spine a gateway to another world.

· A traditional butcher with its distinctive red and white striped awning, promising the finest cuts for a Victorian feast.

· A subway entrance, a portal to the throbbing heart of this digital city, complete with period-specific signage.

· Newspaper stands at the corner - a small yet pivotal model that tells of the day's events with its array of miniature papers.

The textures give authenticity to shop fronts, the lighting that reflects the mood of an early morning rush, and the props that speak of the everyday lives of your city's inhabitants.

‘Blender 4: The Ultimate Environment Artist's Guide’ is not just about building models; it's about creating stories and setting scenes that resonate with the soul of the Victorian era. It is packed with tips, tricks, and detailed walkthroughs to elevate your portfolio to new heights all in Blender 4.

So, dust off your virtual tools, and prepare for an adventure in modelling!

Summing it all up

Imagine an old city quarter, where each building tells a story steeped in Victorian lore, and every brick is a testament to your growing skills. We're not just creating models; we're breathing life into the streets of the past.

Picture the intricate roofing, the bay windows, and the quaint shopfronts that will come alive!

Taking Blender 4 a step further with this new exciting project, ‘Blender 4: The Ultimate Environment Artist's Guide’:

· Master the Art of Starting Right: Discover the essential techniques to kickstart any project effectively with our comprehensive greybox and lighting guide.

o Learn how to plan and visualise your ideas, ensuring a solid foundation for your 3D creations.

· Elevate Your Modeling Skills: Take your modelling abilities to the professional level with our extensive course.

o Dive deep into advanced modelling secrets used by industry experts and gain the confidence to tackle complex 3D projects.

· Create Stunning Victorian Structures: Unleash your creativity with Geometry Nodes and craft breathtaking Victorian-era structures.

o Learn how to use procedural modelling to design intricate architectural details, making your scenes truly unique.

· Unlock the Power of Blender 4 Shaders: Explore the Blender 4 shader set and witness your creations come to life with incredible materials.

o Gain in-depth knowledge of shader creation, texturing, and rendering techniques to make your models shine.

· Stand Out with Compositing: Elevate your renders to the next level as you master the Blender 4 compositor.

o Learn the art of post-processing and compositing, ensuring your 3D artworks stand out in any portfolio or presentation.

Get ready to push the boundaries of your imagination and set your creativity ablaze!

Your Blender 4 stylized Victorian scene will include:

· A perfume shop with an ornate façade, offering an array of delicate fragrances, captured in miniature digital bottles. A bustling coffee shop with large, welcoming windows, inviting passersby to savour a moment of reprieve.

· A book shop filled with rows of finely textured tomes, each spine a gateway to another world.

· A traditional butcher with its distinctive red and white striped awning, promising the finest cuts for a Victorian feast.

· A subway entrance, a portal to the throbbing heart of this digital city, complete with period-specific signage.

· Newspaper stands at the corner - a small yet pivotal model that tells of the day's events with its array of miniature papers.

The textures give authenticity to shop fronts, the lighting that reflects the mood of an early morning rush, and the props that speak of the everyday lives of your city's inhabitants.

‘Blender 4: The Ultimate Environment Artist's Guide’ is not just about learning 3D modelling techniques; it's a journey to becoming a professional environment artist, with a special focus on the enchanting and complex world of Victorian-era design.

Until next time, happy modelling everyone!

Neil – 3D Tudor