Ben Simonds, a well respected Blender user and co-director of Gecko Amimation Ltd, has written and excellent new book. Blender Master Class, published by No Starch Press.
from No Starch Press:
Blender is a powerful and free 3D graphics tool used by artists and designers worldwide. But even experienced designers can find it challenging to turn an idea into a polished piece.
For those who have struggled to create professional-quality projects in Blender, author Ben Simonds offers this peek inside his studio. You’ll learn how to create 3D models as you explore the creative process that he uses to model three example projects: a muscular bat creature, a futuristic robotic spider, and ancient temple ruins. Along the way, you’ll master the Blender interface and learn how to create and refine your own models. Read the rest of this entry »

