Book description
The exciting new book on the exciting new Blender 2. 5!
If you want to design 3D animation, here's your chance to jump in
with both feet, free software, and a friendly guide at your side!
Blender For Dummies, 2nd Edition is the perfect
introduction to the popular, open-source, Blender 3D animation
software, specifically the revolutionary new Blender 2. 5. Find out
what all the buzz is about with this easy-access guide. Even if you?re
just beginning, you'll learn all the Blender 2. 5 ropes, get the
latest tips, and soon start creating 3D animation that dazzles.
- Walks you through what you need to know to start creating
eye-catching 3D animations with Blender 2. 5, the latest update to
the top open-source 3D animation program
- Shows you how to get the very most out of Blender 2. 5's new
multi-window unblocking interface, new event system, and other
exciting new features
- Covers how to create 3D objects with meshes, curves, surfaces,
and 3D text; add color, texture, shades, reflections and
transparency; set your objects in motion with animations and
rigging; render your objects and animations; and create scenes
with lighting and cameras
If you want to start creating your own 3D animations with Blender,
Blender For Dummies, 2nd Edition is where you need
to start!
Jason van Gumster uses Blender every day in his
work as a producer/animator for Hand Turkey Studios. He has given
numerous international Blender demonstrations and workshops for
students, professionals, and hobbyists, and he also blogs for Blender
Nation, the primary news Web site for Blender users.
