BEFORE YOU START…:

In this project setup, you will use blender for the purposes of asset creation, in order to print on a 3D Printer. Please note, that the default project setup of the grid does not need to be changed should you be working in Meters.

TUTORIALS (MODELLING):

LESSON 001: SCENE & OBJECT MANIPULATION

In this lesson, you will be able to use the mouse functions to move around in blender. This is called ZOOM & PAN functions. The second part of this lesson is to show you how to easily manipulate the objects through SCALE ROTATE & MOVE. The third part of this lesson will allow you to create a skyscraper scene using basic objects.

LESSON 002: MODELLING A TABLE

In this lesson, you will learn the loop cut, extrude, and bevel tools to create your first model; A TABLE.

NOW that you have finished modelling a TABLE, use the similar tools from the skills you learned to create yourself a CHAIR.

LESSON 003: MODELLING A POTTED PLANT USING INSET TOOL

BELOW are 4 pots. Please model them using the new instruction on the INSET TOOL in blender.

WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW ON USING THE INSET TOOL

LESSON 004: MODELLING A BRIDGE

In this tutorial, I will go through the process of making a bridge. You will learn how to utilize the edit mode function more in depth to be able to model a really nice bridge using the extrude and loop tool functions. You will also gain a good understanding and concepts of how to be able to use the various views to finesse your bridge with anchors.

LESSON 005: MODELLING A LANTERN

In this tutorial, Mr. Balian will go through the process of making a Lantern. In this tutorial you will learn how to model the lantern as well as LIGHT IT UP !!! Lets get “LIT” in this tutorial.

ASSIGNMENT 001: ROOM ASSEMBLY:

Create several pieces for a room. Examples are: chair, table, computer; look around your room to find things. Now once you have modelled the room parts, assemble the room with two walls and a floor. See the screenshot below to view what you should have:

LESSON 006: RENDERING YOUR SCENE

Using the tutorial below, please render out your scene or object. Save the image as a PICTURE only. Below is a video on how to make this happen.

SUBMISSION

Must submit a slideshow with all your screenshots. Please view the examples at the top of the page. Below is the breakdown of the slideshow.

MUST HAVE’s

• Must have a title on all your slides – Lesson 01, Lesson 02, etc…
• Must have one screenshot at least on each slide
• Must have a title slide and an ending slide
• Must have a flat shader on everything (grey)
• Must have all required elements of the slide show below

SLIDESHOW BREAKDOWN

Slide 01: Must have your name and the title “LEARN TO BLEND”

Slide 02: Screenshot of LESSON 01 “Skyscraper Scene” – Title “Skyscraper Scene.

• Must Have at least 10 buildings.
• Must Have all buildings with varied heights.

Slide 03: Screenshot of LESSON 02 – the table

• Must Have four legs
• Must Have a rectangle top
• Must Have demonstrated “Extrude and loop cuts.”

Slide 04: Screenshot of a Chair – You can include a whole set of a table and chair.

• Must Have four legs
• Must Have a seat, and back rest.
• Must Have demonstrated “Extrude and loop cuts.”

Slide 05: Screenshot of LESSON 03 – POTTED PLANTS

• Must have three pots completed accurately.

Slide 06: Screenshot of LESSON 04 – The Bridge

• Must Have started with a cylinder
• Must Have a barrier
• Must Have demonstrated “Extrude and loop cuts along normals.”

Slide 07: Screenshot of LESSON 05 – The Lamp

• Must Have a four plane shape.
• Must Have demonstrated “Extrude, Loop Cuts, and Inset Faces.”

Slide 08: Screenshot of Assignment 001 – ROOM ASSEMBLY –

• If working with a partner, you must include three items you made along with your partners three items in the room assembly.
• If working by yourself, you must create 4 items for your room.
• You must have a bed in your room.

Slide 09: A brief reflection about difficulties that you encountered, what you could do differently, what went well and what could have been improved. Also provide an overall Mark out of 100% that you would give yourself.

STUDENT EXAMPLES OF SLIDE SHOW