Week 3

This week, we will proceed with the Workbook and get to page 55 by Friday. You should render a image and email it to me by Friday, your image should be similar to the one below.

Week 2

Now that you are getting used to the Blender interface, it is time to start modeling. We will continue on to chapter three where will learn to use meshes to create models. In this chapter, we will begin setting up a lighthouse scene. When you are done, you should have an image similar to the one below.



Please email me either your blend file or a rendered image when you are done.

Sintel

Here is a teaser trailer from the new Open movie created primarily with Blender. The project name is Durian, but the movie name is Sintel. Enjoy!

Blender - Day 2

Today we begin following a workbook that will guide us through learning Blender.

The workbook was created by James Chronister, and was found on his website. You can download the workbook here.

Start by reading the introduction and Chapters 1 & 2. Follow along while you are ready by copying what the workbook is showing you.

When you reach the end of chapter 2, please email me your file. (evanl@mooselake.k12.mn.us)

Blender - Day 1

Today is all about getting the computer set up for Blender, and taking just a quick look at the interface.

He is what we will do today:

1. Set up your mouse
2. Set up your keyboard
3. Download a .blend file
4. Edit that file
5. Email me your new file (evanl@mooselake.k12.mn.us)