CG Cookie Courses

Creating a Stylized Dragon in Blender - Part 1

Learn to model a stylized dragon in Blender 2.6, focusing on sculpting techniques to achieve a unique look. Covers style inspiration, basic modeling, and advanced sculpting tools for character creation.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sculpting with Digital Clay in Blender - Week 3

Explore digital sculpting in Blender: intuitive 3D modeling through pushing and pulling digital clay. Learn pros, cons, and comparisons to mesh modeling. Practice alongside the instructor with a pen and tablet.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Modeling an Ax in Blender - CGC Classic

Learn to model a realistic ax in Blender using basic techniques and modifiers. Master shrinkwrap and solidify tools while creating a weapon inspired by the Citizen pack.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Blender Mesh Modeling Basics - Week 2

Explore mesh modeling in Blender: Learn fundamental techniques, tools, and workflows for creating 3D objects through hands-on practice and demonstrations.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Modeling a Shipping Container in Blender - Part 4

Finish modeling a shipping container in Blender, focusing on the front locking mechanism, top, side, and back panels. Part of CG Cookie's archived tutorial series for the Blender community.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Modeling a Shipping Container in Blender - Part 3: Front and Side Panel Detailing

Learn advanced hard-surface modeling techniques in Blender, focusing on detailing shipping container panels. Covers edge creasing, array modifiers, and creating complex details with clean topology.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Modeling a Shipping Container in Blender - Part 2

Learn to model door panels and hinges for a shipping container in Blender 2.6. This hard-surface modeling tutorial covers initial creation and tweaking techniques for realistic results.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Creating a Human Meta Rig in Blender 2.6 - CGC Classic Tutorial

Learn to create and set up a Human Meta-Rig in Blender 2.6 for faster rigging. Includes tips on recovering unsaved files and accessing project source files for hands-on practice.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Action Constraints in Blender 2.6 - Modeling and Animating an Alien Character - Part 7

Learn to use action constraints in Blender 2.6 for modeling and animating an alien character. Part of CG Cookie's classic tutorial series on advanced 3D animation techniques.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Alien Walk Cycle Animation in Blender - Part 6

Learn basic animation techniques and create a walk cycle for an alien character in Blender. Master the NLA editor to loop and combine animations for a seamless, professional-looking result.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Non-Destructive Modeling with MESHmachine and DECALmachine - Blender Addon Showcase

Explore non-destructive hard surface modeling in Blender using MESHmachine and DECALmachine addons. Learn their functionality and application in game art workflows through live demonstrations and Q&A.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Rigging an Alien Character in Blender 2.6 - Part 4

Learn to create a basic-to-intermediate body rig for an alien character in Blender, covering bone placement, constraints, and symmetrical setup techniques for efficient character animation.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Rigging an Alien Face in Blender 2.4 - Modeling and Animating an Alien Character Part 3

Learn to create a face rig for an alien character in Blender 2.4, enabling expressive alien emotions. Part of CG Cookie's classic tutorial series on modeling and animating extraterrestrial beings.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Box Modeling an Alien Character in Blender 2.5 - Part 1

Learn box-modeling techniques in Blender 2.5 to quickly create an alien character shape. This tutorial covers basics and efficient modeling methods for beginners and intermediate users.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

HardOps and BoxCutter - Everything 3D Modelers Need to Know

Comprehensive exploration of HardOps and BoxCutter addons for 3D modeling, featuring insights from creator Jerry Perkins on functionality, usage techniques, and limitations.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video