ITP Camp 2024

3D Animation with Blender: Jam with physics tools and talk about simulations

Date: June 20, 2024 1-2pm


Session Leaders: Caren Ye


Format: In-person only


Tags: #blender #3d #simulation #therapeutic #physics #fun #storytelling #art #animation


Join us in this hands-on workshop and explore the philosophy and magic of 3D creation tools with Blender, a free open source 3D creation tool. Without worrying about 3D modeling, we will use basic geometries and 3D assets and walk through basic physics properties in Blender such as force field(wind), collision, cloth, dynamic paint to experiment and get quick magical animated world with even alternative physics rule.

As a creator, you'll have the opportunity to reflect on what kind of world you want to live in and express your ideas through visual storytelling. Together, we'll delve into the philosophical question of whether we live in a simulation or not, and how our understanding of the physical world can be challenged and reimagined through creative expression. It’s beginner friendly! Previous knowledge in Blender is preferred but not required.