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Environmental Design and Final Scene Composition

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Environmental Design and Final Scene Composition

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Advanced level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Advanced level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Learn to design realistic foliage, terrain, and architectural elements using Blender's geometry nodes.

  • Master advanced lighting techniques and integrate them into your scenes for enhanced realism.

  • Refine your scene composition and asset organization to streamline your workflow.

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November 2025

Assessments

15 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Blender 4 Modeling and Geometry Node Workshop Specialization
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There are 13 modules in this course

In this module, we will explore the power of geometry nodes to create realistic ivy foliage and develop custom shaders for natural root growth. You'll also learn to model brass chimneys to add intricate decorative elements to your scene.

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3 videos2 readings1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on enhancing roof structures with curved wood supports, extending architectural layouts with backdoor modeling, and applying efficient texture techniques to roof tiles, ensuring realistic and detailed results.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will refine the foundations and supports in your models, creating stone archways, intricate wood supports, and reinforcing staircase foundations for greater visual appeal and structural integrity.

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4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore creative texturing techniques using geometry nodes to create stone props, vertex painting for terrain, and advanced texture painting methods to ensure your environment is both detailed and lifelike.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will guide you through the final stages of assembling your environment, integrating windows, wood frames, and architectural variations to add depth and uniqueness to your wizard-themed design.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on advanced lighting techniques, where you’ll model decorative lanterns, apply geometry nodes for placement, and add both wooden and metal elements to your designs. Additionally, you’ll create secondary light sources to refine your scene’s ambiance.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will enhance your lighting setup with small floor light sources and detailed lanterns, focusing on realistic textures and finalizing the frameworks to integrate them smoothly into your scene.

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4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on completing your wizard tower design, from refining structural elements and architectural details to reinforcing the base and adding windows. You’ll ensure the tower’s final look is polished, stable, and visually appealing.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will enhance the environment by adding decorative wooden frameworks, tweaking assets for optimal placement, and refining the lighting setup. You’ll also create cloth flags that move naturally within the environment, adding a dynamic element to your scene.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on perfecting the lighting in your scene, adjusting point lights and adding secondary sources for a dynamic look. You will also learn best practices for organizing your Blender projects to ensure efficiency.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will work on environmental foliage, using geometry nodes to adjust meadow placement, weight painting to integrate foliage, and adding realistic grass textures to enhance terrain transitions in your scene.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will teach you how to populate your environment with trees, shrubs, and aquatic foliage, refining their placement to ensure a rich and balanced natural landscape.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on optimizing your final render settings, enhancing scene vibrancy with color grading, and fine-tuning background and lighting effects to create a polished, cinematic result.

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4 videos1 reading3 assignments

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