Hey Reader,
Zach here,
\nOur current “Inspiring Moments” 3D Animation Challenge is running for about two more weeks (learn more about it here).
\nYou now might be at the stage where you animate your characters, which can be quite time-consuming.
\nThis is why we share our new Blender tutorial, which teaches a great way to animate your characters quickly with free motion capture data.
\nIn this video, Jim Morren (our new instructor at CG Boost), shares how you can download free motion capture data, and transfer it to your own custom rigged 3D character.
\nBut Jim doesn't stop there, he also shows how to adjust the imported animations, and how to blend different animations together, so you can customize them to your own needs.
\nThis is Jim's first video at CG Boost, show him some love, if you find his video helpful. ❤️
\nEnjoy!
\n~Zach
\nP.S. During the challenge, we’re offering a 20% discount on our Cubic Worlds Course. Click here to learn more
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Hey Reader,
Zach here,
Our current “Inspiring Moments” 3D Animation Challenge is running for about two more weeks (learn more about it here).
You now might be at the stage where you animate your characters, which can be quite time-consuming.
This is why we share our new Blender tutorial, which teaches a great way to animate your characters quickly with free motion capture data.
In this video, Jim Morren (our new instructor at CG Boost), shares how you can download free motion capture data, and transfer it to your own custom rigged 3D character.
But Jim doesn't stop there, he also shows how to adjust the imported animations, and how to blend different animations together, so you can customize them to your own needs.
This is Jim's first video at CG Boost, show him some love, if you find his video helpful. ❤️
Enjoy!
~Zach
P.S. During the challenge, we’re offering a 20% discount on our Cubic Worlds Course. Click here to learn more
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Hey Reader, Zach here, With new inspiration and resources from the 3D world. Starting with a new NPR-style video from Martin Klekner followed by a documentary about "Huxley" worldbuilding, and lastly, I’ll share a free studio lights texture pack. Let’s dive in. Why Martin Klekner switched to NPR rendering Martin Klekner, our Master Cinematic Storytelling in Blender instructor, famous for his amazingly realistic 3D environments as well as the Heroes of Bronze short film about ancient Greek...
Hey Reader, Zach here, With a selection of inspiration and resources from the 3D world. I’ll start with a new free sci-fi animation series, followed by an animation fundamentals tutorial and a video essay about originality. Finally, I’ll share a free add-on for detailed clay renders. Let's dive in. Spice Frontier - Pilot Episode of a free animated Series SteamRollerAnimation - an independent studio founded by experienced animators from the industry has just rolled out the first episode of its...
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