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Studio Setup Example using Blender Python

In this post I demonstrate how to access and change the settings of objects in Blender including the scene, light and camera while also swapping out the default cube for a plane. Having custom Python scripts can be useful and learning it in Blender a fun process. Check out the YouTube video here: We beginContinue reading “Studio Setup Example using Blender Python”

10 Reasons why the 3D Cursor is Essential to your Blender Workflow

1. The 3D Cursor Tool 2. Accurately Position the 3D Cursor 3. Aligning Objects to the 3D Cursors Rotation 4. The 3D Cursor Snap Menu 5. Snapping individual Vertices to the 3D Cursor 6. Align Objects to the 3D Cursor 7. Snapping Objects to the Position of the 3D Cursor 8. Using the 3D cursorContinue reading “10 Reasons why the 3D Cursor is Essential to your Blender Workflow”

The Archipack add-on in Blender

To get started with Archipack we first need to enable the add-on. Press F4 and open the file context menu and from here open preferences. On the left click and open the add-ons tab. (Start typing Archipack) I find typing up top can be the fastest way to find what your looking for. Enabling theContinue reading “The Archipack add-on in Blender”

The following post is a short guide to the Archimesh add-on for Blender 2.9x

Click here for a YouTube Tutorial covering the features of Archimesh Archimesh is an architectural design tool add-on for Blender that generates an array of architectural objects. This add-on must be enabled in preferences for it to become available in the 3D scene. Press F4 for the file context menu and open preferences. Press F4Continue reading “The following post is a short guide to the Archimesh add-on for Blender 2.9x”

3D Modelling & Printing with Blender Software and a Prusa 3D Printer

Take the Course In the following post I work through the process of modelling this piggy bank in Blender for printing on a Prusa 3D printer. Watch the video here. I’ll be using a Prusa printer to print the model. With all projects its a good idea to have the unit system set up beforeContinue reading “3D Modelling & Printing with Blender Software and a Prusa 3D Printer”

How to Use the MeasureIt Add-on in Blender

MeasureIt is a measurement display add-on for Blender that lets you add dimensions to your models. The tools displays accurate measurements for your design projects in the viewport. These measurements can be rendered using the scene camera and combined with the rendered model. In the following post I’m going to work through the MeasureIt add-onContinue reading “How to Use the MeasureIt Add-on in Blender”

Blender to Twinmotion Architectural Visualization

Take the Course Setting up and FreeCAD reference We begin by using a DXF file created in FreeCAD. The course required an accurate plan and instead of creating it in Blender this time I decided to take a look at the 2D capabilities of FreeCAD. FreeCAD is an open source parametric 3D modeler but hasContinue reading “Blender to Twinmotion Architectural Visualization”

Blender to Game Engine Rigged Asset Creation

Check out this course on Udemy here and get a discount on the advertised price! Take the Course Whether you are creating a game or animation asset in Blender this course will guide you step by step through the process of creating an asset for use in a game engine such as Unreal engine orContinue reading “Blender to Game Engine Rigged Asset Creation”

Blender 2.8 – 3D House Creation

Take the Course Check out this course on Udemy here and get a discount on the advertised price! With the recent release of Blender 2.8 the hugely anticipated and major iteration of the software, this huge milestone in its evolution is sure not to disappoint. There has never been a greater time to experience 3DContinue reading “Blender 2.8 – 3D House Creation”

Getting Started with Blender

Introduction This post is a simple guide for new users of the Blender 3D software. It includes some practical exercises the reader can follow along to. The exercises provides a “learn by doing approach” that is fundamental to understanding and mastering Blender. The first section provides information on the different areas within Blender when youContinue reading “Getting Started with Blender”