Quick reference notes for Blender 3D. All 19 articles are organized as a learning path you can follow in order, from fundamentals to advanced topics.
The shortcut keys Blender beginners should learn first, organized by purpose
Complete guide to understanding and using Blender's two main modes: Object Mode and Edit Mode
Master Blender viewport operations (orbit, pan, zoom) to create a comfortable 3D workspace
Learn the basics of Blender's Sculpt Mode. Master brush types, usage, and Dynamic Topology to tackle organic modeling for characters and creatures.
How beginners can combine basic primitives to create complex shapes in Blender
Detailed guide on the most frequently used modifiers in Blender: Mirror and Subdivision Surface
UV unwrapping basics for texturing 3D models. Covers seam placement, unwrapping, and verifying results with checker maps
A complete guide to Blender's Texture Paint feature. Learn how to paint directly on UV-unwrapped models to create unique textures, plus normal map and displacement map techniques.
A beginner-friendly explanation of Blender's material system and PBR workflow basics
Learn the fundamentals of character rigging in Blender. This guide covers bone placement, skinning, and weight painting techniques to give your characters freedom of movement.
Learn the fundamentals of animation in Blender. This guide covers keyframe concepts and how to use the Graph Editor to bring life and motion to your 3D creations.
A complete guide to Blender's Grease Pencil feature. Learn about 2D animation, drawing in 3D space, and mixed 2D/3D expressions to explore the infinite possibilities of Grease Pencil.
Essential knowledge and practical methods for achieving realistic, beautiful lighting in Blender
Understanding the differences between Blender's two rendering engines (Cycles and Eevee) and how to configure them properly
Troubleshooting guide for when the Mirror Modifier doesn't work as expected. Learn how to fix origin position and transform issues.
Causes and solutions for unwanted shadows or shading artifacts on 3D models. Learn how to recalculate normals, remove duplicate vertices, and clear custom normal data.
A comprehensive collection of problems Blender beginners actually encounter, with detailed solutions
A complete guide to Blender add-ons. Learn installation methods, recommended add-ons for beginners, usage scenarios, and troubleshooting to unlock Blender's full potential.
How to display statistics like polygon count and vertex count in the 3D viewport