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Animation, Effects, and Advanced Workflows in Blender

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John Wiley & Sons

Animation, Effects, and Advanced Workflows in Blender

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

Recommended experience

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

What you'll learn

  • Animate objects and rig characters for complex, dynamic scenes

  • Apply physics, hair, fluid simulations, and advanced effects

  • Integrate 2D and 3D animation, compositing, and Python automation

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July 2026

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11 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 11 modules in this course

This module introduces the foundational principles of animation in Blender, including keyframe animation, the illusion of motion, and the use of the Graph Editor and f-curve modifiers. Learners will gain practical skills in animating various object properties and refining motion for more realistic results. By the end, you'll be able to enhance your animation workflow and bring static scenes to life.

What's included

1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module introduces key techniques for controlling objects in 3D animation using Blender, focusing on constraints, drivers, and the versatile Empty object. Learners will discover how to automate and refine animation workflows, gaining hands-on experience with influence sliders, tracking, and advanced driver setups. By the end, you'll be able to enhance animation efficiency and precision through practical control mechanisms.

What's included

1 video9 readings1 assignment

This module introduces the essential techniques for creating animatable 3D character rigs, including the use of shape keys, hooks, and armatures. Learners will discover how to build, refine, and optimize rigs for expressive animation, while exploring key concepts like kinematics, parenting, and pose libraries. By the end, you'll be equipped to construct and enhance your own character rigs in Blender.

What's included

1 video10 readings1 assignment

This module guides learners through advanced character animation techniques in Blender, focusing on rigged meshes, armatures, and efficient workflow tools like the Dope Sheet and Graph Editor. You'll explore nonlinear animation, action mixing, and looping to create complex, polished animations while mastering key animation principles.

What's included

1 video8 readings1 assignment

This module introduces you to Blender's powerful simulation tools for creating realistic animations involving hair, cloth, fluids, smoke, and physics-based motion. You'll learn how to use force fields, collisions, and specialized systems to automate complex effects, and discover best practices for rendering these simulations in Blender's different engines.

What's included

1 video11 readings1 assignment

This module introduces you to creating dynamic 2D and 2.5D animations using Blender's Grease Pencil. You'll learn to draw, edit, and sculpt Grease Pencil objects, manage layers and materials, apply modifiers, and animate your creations within a 3D environment. By the end, you'll be able to integrate hand-drawn elements with 3D scenes and explore both traditional and rigged animation workflows.

What's included

1 video12 readings1 assignment

This module introduces the fundamentals of video editing and compositing using Blender's Video Sequencer. Learners will discover how to import footage, add effects and transitions, and render their final video projects. Practical workflows and essential post-production techniques are emphasized throughout.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

This module introduces the fundamentals of compositing in Blender, focusing on the use of nodes, render passes, and layers to enhance images and video. Learners will explore the differences between Eevee and Cycles render engines, discover available compositing nodes, and practice practical workflows such as replacing textures without re-rendering. By the end, you'll be able to efficiently combine and adjust rendered elements for professional-quality results.

What's included

1 video9 readings1 assignment

This module introduces the fundamentals of motion tracking in Blender, guiding learners through the process of aligning 3D elements with live-action video footage. You will explore techniques for tracking features, solving camera motion, and ensuring consistent lighting for seamless visual effects integration.

What's included

1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module introduces techniques for managing complex Blender projects using linked data, including appending, linking, and library overrides. Learners will discover how to efficiently share and update assets across multiple .blend files, streamline collaboration, and customize linked content using Blender's advanced features.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module introduces you to automating tasks in Blender using Python scripting. You'll learn how to navigate Blender's scripting workspace, write basic scripts, and leverage built-in templates and documentation to streamline your workflow. By the end, you'll be able to create simple automation tools to enhance your productivity in Blender.

What's included

1 video6 readings1 assignment

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