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3D Realism Shortcut Level 1

Master the art of creating hyper-realistic 3D renders with Blender in this comprehensive course designed for beginners ready to take their skills to the next level. "3D Realism Shortcut Level 1" breaks down the essential techniques of lighting, texturing, scene composition, and shading, all focused on achieving breathtaking realism. You’ll explore techniques to customize textures, add intricate details, and use lighting to shape mood and authenticity in your scenes. With practical, step-by-step lessons, this course will give you the skills to assemble scenes that feel true-to-life and dynamic—perfect for anyone looking to create portfolio-ready renders.



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Course Overview

Master the art of creating hyper-realistic 3D renders with Blender in this comprehensive course designed for beginners ready to take their skills to the next level. "3D Realism Shortcut Level 1" breaks down the essential techniques of lighting, texturing, scene composition, and shading, all focused on achieving breathtaking realism. You’ll explore techniques to customize textures, add intricate details, and use lighting to shape mood and authenticity in your scenes. With practical, step-by-step lessons, this course will give you the skills to assemble scenes that feel true-to-life and dynamic—perfect for anyone looking to create portfolio-ready renders.

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Master complex compositing workflows
  • Create photorealistic integrations
  • Optimize renders for efficiency
  • Troubleshoot common compositing issues

Course Content

Module 1: SECTION 01 (Introduction)

Module 2: SECTION 02 (Preparing the scene BASE)

Module 3: SECTION 03 (Destroy Lighting like A PRO)

Module 4: SECTION 04 (Detailing)

Module 5: Section 05 (Detailing Details)

Module 6: SECTION 06 (Advancing Your Lighting Techniques)

Module 7: SECTION 07 (Camera and Rendering)

Module 8: SECTION 08_ CONCLUSION

Your Instructor

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Patrick Chris Black

VFX Supervisor and Film Director

Course Requirements

Software Blender 3.0+
Adobe Illustrator (Optional; free alternative tools covered)
Hardware CPU: Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 (or equivalent)
GPU: Dedicated GPU with at least 2GB VRAM (e.g., NVIDIA GTX 960 or equivalent)
RAM: 8GB of RAM (16GB recommended for smoother performance)
Storage: At least 10GB of free disk space
Display: 1080p monitor for clarity when working with fine details
Prerequisites Basic Blender knowledge

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