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Unlock the full potential of Blender's Eevee render engine with this guide to its powerful lighting tools, including standard lights and advanced light probes for stunning real-time results.

Learn how to model a cute, stylized heart in Blender using basic mesh editing techniques, the Mirror modifier, and the Subdivision Surface modifier. A step-by-step guide perfect for beginners.

A look back at Blender 3.1 (released March 2022), its key features like Geometry Nodes updates and Cycles Metal support, and how it paved the way for advancements in Blender 4.x and beyond.

Discover how to use Cryptomatte in Blender Cycles (updated for 4.x) to generate accurate ID mattes for objects, materials, or assets. Learn to enable passes, use the Cryptomatte node in the compositor, and leverage OpenEXR for professional compositing workflows.

Learn to create stunningly realistic fire and smoke effects in Blender Cycles using Mantaflow simulations and the Principled Volume shader. This guide covers setup, shading, and advanced tips for Blender 4.x, including performance optimization and denoising.

Learn how to enter and exit Edit Mode in Blender 4.x using the 'Tab' key. Understand its purpose for modifying mesh geometry (vertices, edges, faces) and discover common operations.

Learn how to stop an ongoing render in Blender 4.x using the 'Esc' key and how to close the render window or Image Editor view displaying your completed or cancelled render.

Explore popular Blender addons like MB-Lab and Human Generator for creating realistic 3D human models in Blender 4.x. Learn about their key features, benefits, and where to find them to streamline your character creation workflow.

Discover how to create captivating video intros using Blender's powerful features. Learn about leveraging EEVEE for fast renders, utilizing free templates, animating text, and harnessing Geometry Nodes for dynamic effects in Blender 4.x and beyond.

Learn how to mark seams in Blender for effective UV unwrapping. This guide covers the primary hotkeys (Ctrl+E, U key) and menu access for 'Mark Seam' in Blender 4.x, and explains why seams are crucial for texturing.

Learn the essential steps to render a still image in Blender 4.x. This guide covers selecting a render engine (Cycles/Eevee), configuring output settings, using F12 to render, saving your image, and beginner tips for efficient rendering.

Learn how to use Blender's 'To Sphere' operator (Shift+Alt+S) in Edit Mode to transform any mesh selection into a spherical shape. Ideal for rounding corners, creating spherical elements, and more in Blender 4.x.

Learn how to effectively layer and blend images with transparency in Blender's compositor using the Alpha Over node. This guide covers its properties, premultiplied vs. straight alpha, and related nodes like Set Alpha and Alpha Convert for professional compositing workflows.

Learn what contributes to large .blend file sizes, including mesh density, textures, packed data, and simulation caches. Discover effective strategies to manage and reduce file sizes in Blender for a more efficient workflow, such as cleaning unused data, optimizing textures, using instances, and managing external data.

Understand Blender's render resolution, percentage scaling, aspect ratio, and pixel aspect ratio. Learn how these output settings impact your final image quality, render times, and suitability for different media like web, print, and video.

Choosing the best GPU for rendering in 2024 involves balancing VRAM, processing power, features like ray tracing, and budget. Top contenders include NVIDIA RTX 50-series & AMD RX 9000-series, with options for all user levels.

Selecting the right GPU renderer in 2024 depends on your 3D software, project needs, and budget. This guide explores top options like Cycles, OctaneRender, Redshift, V-Ray GPU, Arnold GPU, and Unreal Engine's Path Tracer, helping you choose.

Selecting the right mouse for Blender in 2024 involves considering ergonomics, DPI, programmable buttons, and sensor type. This guide explores key features and types of mice, including gaming and 3D mice, to enhance your Blender workflow.

Learn about importing .RIP files, typically generated by tools like NinjaRipper, into Blender. This guide discusses the process, challenges, and how to find suitable addons for Blender 3.x, 4.x and newer.

New to Blender? This guide introduces the essential concepts for absolute beginners using modern Blender versions (3.x/4.x+). Learn about the UI, navigation, object manipulation, and more to start your 3D journey.