Shader Magic in Blender (Ver 3.41 and above)

Course Title: Shader Magic in Blender (Ver 3.41 and above)

Headline: More than just creating shapes! It's also about all the common techniques used in games!

Course Description:

Are you feeling daunted by the complex web of node trees in Blender, or are you simply fascinated by the intricate details like the flowing water in a game that seems almost alive? Whether you're a newcomer or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills, this course is your gateway to understanding and mastering the shader wizardry within Blender. 🧙‍♂️✨

Why Take This Course?

• Unlock Node Mysteries: Turn those intimidating node trees into a playground of creative possibilities!
• Game-Ready Techniques: Learn the common shading and texturing methods used by professionals in the game industry.
• Practical Skills: From vertex painting to parallax mapping, trim sheets, and texture atlases, you'll learn it all.
• Explore Blender's Core: Dive deep into Blender with techniques that will serve as a solid foundation for any 3D project or game engine.
• Game Applicability: While the course focuses on Blender, most of what you'll learn can be easily adapted to Unreal Engine, Unity, or any other game development platform.

Course Outline:

• Understanding Node Fundamentals: Get comfortable with the node system in Blender and understand how to construct logical and functional shaders.
• Vector Math Magic: Master crucial vector math operations such as cross and dot products, and use them to achieve realistic results.
• Game Texturing Techniques: Discover how to create and utilize textures effectively, including flowmaps, parallax mapping, and Sobel edge detection.
• "Blender-Specific" Wonders: Learn Blender-specific tricks like detecting model edges, creating procedural patterns with the radial gradient, and more.
• Procedural Patterns & Procedural Textures: Create stunning patterns and textures that can be reused across different assets in your projects.
• Material Workflows: Understand how to create scratches, dirt maps, and other surface details to give your objects a believable, tangible feel.
• Real-World Application: Apply your learning in real scenarios with hands-on projects that mimic the challenges you'll face in game development.

Your Instructor: Joakim Tornhill is not just any instructor; he's a seasoned Technical Artist with over 10 years of experience in Blender and a degree from one of the world's top 3D schools, "The Game Assembly." Currently, he's bringing his expertise to life as a Technical Artist for the game "Midnight Ghost Hunt." His passion for teaching and real-world experience make him an ideal guide on your journey to mastering shader magic in Blender.

What You Won't Learn: This course focuses exclusively on shader creation and techniques, leaving material creation to be covered in another one of Joakim's courses, "Become a Material Guru in Blender." 🎓

Join us on this exhilarating journey into the world of shaders and textures. Enroll now and transform your 3D creations from basic shapes into visually stunning pieces that can stand toe-to-toe with any AAA game's visual fidelity! 🚀🎮

Enrollment Details:

• Platform: [Your Online Platform]
• Start Date: [Course Start Date]
• Duration: [Course Duration]
• Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced (familiarity with Blender is recommended)
• Price: [Course Price]

Don't miss out! Secure your spot today and embark on the path to shader mastery with Joakim Tornhill. Let's bring your 3D visions to life! 🌟✨