Embark on a transformative journey in procedural 3D design with Blender’s Geometry Nodes system. In this course, you'll learn to build sophisticated procedural environments, from scattering objects across terrains to animating dynamic scenes with realistic wind effects. Along the way, you'll harness the full potential of Geometry Nodes to create intricate designs with optimized performance, blending art and technology seamlessly.



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Master Geometry Nodes for procedural modeling and dynamic scene creation.
Create responsive environments with wind animations, object scattering, and terrain displacement.
Use advanced nodes like Ray Cast and Geometry Proximity to enhance scene depth and interactivity.
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There are 2 modules in this course
In this module, we will introduce the course’s goals, giving you an overview of the creative possibilities with Geometry Nodes in Blender 4.4. You will learn how to configure Blender for optimal performance and streamline your workflow. Additionally, we will cover workspace organization and essential shortcuts for maximum efficiency.
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8 videos1 reading1 assignment
In this module, we will introduce the Glade project, where you’ll begin building a procedural environment using Geometry Nodes. You’ll learn how to apply displacement techniques for terrain shaping and how to scatter objects procedurally. By the end of this section, you’ll also explore instancing and animation methods to bring the environment to life.
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Geometry Nodes for Blender 4.4 is a comprehensive course designed to teach you how to leverage the power of procedural modeling within Blender. Geometry Nodes is a node-based system that allows users to create complex 3D models, animations, and effects through a procedural approach. It’s particularly relevant for those looking to create dynamic and reusable assets, automate repetitive tasks, and work on scalable projects without manually modeling every detail.
This stand-alone course focuses on providing a deep dive into Blender's Geometry Nodes system, specifically for Blender 4.4. Throughout the course, you will learn how to set up your workspace, utilize various node-based techniques for creating procedural environments, manage complex animations, and integrate materials with models. By using Geometry Nodes, you'll be able to craft unique and flexible 3D environments and objects with more efficiency and creativity.
After completing this course, you will have a solid understanding of Geometry Nodes and its capabilities within Blender. You will be able to create procedurally generated environments, design complex animations, scatter objects across surfaces, simulate wind dynamics, and optimize performance through instancing techniques. This course will also help you design reusable, flexible assets that can adapt to a variety of creative projects.
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