Blender 3d: New User Modeling Trial (3.1 UPDATE)

🌟 Explore Blender with Confidence: New User Modeling Trial (3.1 UPDATE) 🌟

Introduction: This updated course is tailored for new users embarking on their Blender journey. It's specially curated to provide a practical, hands-on experience with the latest Blender 3.1 software update. If you're stepping into Blender, remember that you don't need to be a keyboard virtuoso or a hotkey maestro from the get-go. However, a bit of mathematical foundations can be helpful – if you find yourself rusty on your math skills, it might be worth brushing up.

Finding Your Flow: As a new user, it's crucial to evaluate 3D software by creating something with it. This approach will give you insights into:

• The ease or complexity of the UI navigation
• The number of steps required for common tasks
• The memorability of hotkeys
• What aspects of Blender you enjoy the most
• The effectiveness of different approaches to your workflow, especially considering deadlines
• Whether expensive addons are necessary for your needs
• And most importantly, if Blender can bring your creative visions to life in a way that satisfies you.

What This Course Doesn't Cover: This course focuses on a user-friendly introduction to Blender, avoiding an overwhelming barrage of advanced topics. We won't be covering:

• Modifiers
• Addons
• The Outliner, Properties Panel, Sidebar, T-Panel, etc.
• Workspaces, Texture Painting, Sculpting, Cycles, Eevee, Workbench, Grease Pencil, Compositing, Weight Painting, Keyframes, Armatures, Object mode, Timeline, Graph Editor, Image Editor, Data systems, Links, Libraries, Proxies, and Animation – among many others.

Instead, we'll guide you through the basics of making a simple yet iconic object in Blender’s Edit mode using a few editing tools. The process is designed to be straightforward and achievable for beginners.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Starting with a Circle: Use a circle, and cut it in half to create the base shape.
2. Duplication and Deletion: Duplicate what you need and delete what you don’t.
3. Mirror Modifier: Apply a mirror modifier to symmetrize your object.
4. Subdivision Surface Modifier: Add a Sub-Division surface modifier for smoother surfaces.
5. Edge Duplication and Adjustment: Duplicate a particular edge and make the necessary adjustments.
6. Extrusion: Extend parts of your object using the extrude tool.
7. Proportional Editing: Apply proportional editing to refine shapes.
8. Boolean Operation: Use a Boolean operation to block out the front section.
9. Array Modifier: While not demonstrated, you can use this for creating "tubes."
10. "Eye Sensors" Placement: Position the "eye sensors" accurately.
11. Model Review: Check your model for any necessary adjustments.
12. Coloring and Rendering: Add color to your model's surface and render it to see your creation come to life.

Ground Rules:

• The instructor uses Blender keymap 27x, which will be noted throughout the course.
• While the UI may default to standard settings in the future, Blender's flexibility can lead to variations in the UI presented.
• Despite any speech issues from the instructor, students will find that all content is clear and understandable in this and subsequent courses.

Your Feedback Matters: We value your input! If you have suggestions or questions, please share them to help improve your learning experience.

Stay Tuned: Blender Way of Life is working on a dedicated channel called "elsewhere" where you can explore the full potential of Blender. Keep an eye out for updates and more exciting content – WIP (6-7-2022).

Embark on your Blender adventure today and master the art of 3D modeling with confidence! 🖨️🚀