3D Animation

3D Animation

The JKLMN Guide to Lighting: Illuminating Your 3D Scene with a Simple Desk Lamp Analogy

Introduction: Why Lighting Matters More Than You ThinkLighting in 3D scenes often feels intimidating to beginners, but it's fundamentally about contro...

3D Animation

The Digital Sculptor's Playbook: Modeling 3D Characters with Clay and Code

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3D Animation

Your First 3D Character: A Beginner's Guide to Rigging Explained with a Simple Marionette Analogy

This article is based on the latest industry practices and data, last updated in April 2026. In my 12 years as a professional 3D character artist and ...

3D Animation

Demystifying 3D Animation: Your First Virtual Camera and How to Direct It

This article is based on the latest industry practices and data, last updated in March 2026. Based on my 15 years directing 3D animation projects, I'v...

3D Animation

The Uncanny Valley and Beyond: Crafting Believable Digital Humans in 3D

This article is based on the latest industry practices and data, last updated in March 2026. For over a decade, I've navigated the treacherous terrain...

3D Animation

From Storyboard to Screen: A Technical Breakdown of the 3D Animation Pipeline

This article is based on the latest industry practices and data, last updated in March 2026. In my decade as an industry analyst specializing in digit...