Learn How to Sculpt in Blender

Course Overview

Level: Beginner
Duration: 6 hours 45 minutes
Blender Version: 2.92
Released: 2022

Introduction to Sculpting in Blender

Learn how to sculpt in Blender with our easy-to-follow course, taking you through everything you need to know! You'll learn how to use the different sculpting tools in Blender, such as dyntopo and remeshing - as well as sculpting fundamentals like understanding how to create appealing shapes and characters.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Learn the Sculpting Tools

You'll be sure to learn all the sculpting tools you need to sculpt in Blender. We cover what brushes to use, how to work with dyntopo, the multires modifier, remeshing, matcaps, masking, face sets and much more!

Making Sculpting Easy

We cut through the noise to focus on what actually matters. By stripping away the technical fluff and confusing sub-menus, we make sure every lesson matters and is immediately useful.

Mix of Theory and Projects

We'll sculpt the monkey from start to finish, leaving you with a fun and great sculpt. We'll use everything you've learnt so far: understanding mid-frequency, what brushes to use and how to make beautiful shapes.

Learn Sculpting in Blender

Learn a solid mix of fundamentals of sculpting combined with using the tools in Blender.

Course Details

What You'll Learn

  • Master the Toolset: Get a complete handle on Blender’s sculpting tools, from essential brushes and masking to advanced features like Dyntopo, Multires, and Face Sets.
  • Streamlined Workflows: Learn exactly when to use Remeshing versus Dyntopo, cutting through the technical noise so you can focus purely on your art.
  • Sculpting Fundamentals: Build a professional foundation by understanding stroke quality, mid-frequency details, and how to create appealing, balanced shapes.
  • Practical Application: Put your skills to the test by sculpting Suzanne the Monkey from start to finish - applying every technique in a real-world project.
  • Industry Insider Secrets: Learn the high-level habits and observation skills used by a veteran film sculptor to transform your work from basic to blockbuster.

What You Get

  • 27 Videos Available for Streaming
  • Source Files
  • 1 Free Alphas from the FlippedNormals Skin Kit

Requirements

We highly recommend that you use a tablet for sculpting instead of a mouse.

Instructor

Your instructor, Henning Sanden - Co-Founder of FlippedNormals, has been sculpting for 20 years. In his professional career, he’s sculpted hero characters for movies such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Batman V Superman, Pacific Rim Uprising, and Alien Covenant, to name a few. He’s also held masterclasses and taught sculpting at some of the top European Art Universities.

Course Contents

Sculpting Theory and Concepts

  1. What Is Digital Sculpting (6:04)
  2. Should You Use A Tablet (4:37)

Blender Sculpting UI and Tools

  1. Sculpting Interface Overview (9:01)
  2. Matcaps and Lighting (9:16)
  3. Brushes (16:52)
  4. Dyntopo (10:25)
  5. Multires (9:25)
  6. Remesh (11:19)

Essential Sculpting Features

  1. Working With Multiple Objects (1:10)
  2. Masking (10:21)
  3. Face Sets (7:12)
  4. Remeshing Vs DynTopo Vs Multires (11:55)

Sculpting Theory and Foundation

  1. ZBrush Vs Blender (12:34)
  2. Sculpting Technique (18:54)
  3. Starting Your Sculpts (27:43)
  4. Sculpting Workflow (34:42)
  5. Mid Frequency (16:30)
  6. Alphas High Freq (7:31)
  7. Head Exercise (27:10)
  8. Observation Reference (22:26)
  9. Stroke Quality (5:32)

Project: Sculpting the Monkey

  1. Suzanne Sculpting 01 (21:58)
  2. Suzanne Sculpting 02 (27:28)
  3. Suzanne Sculpting 03 (27:44)
  4. Suzanne Sculpting 04 (11:24)
  5. Suzanne Sculpting 05 (27:09)

Improve Your Sculpting After This Course

  1. Bonus How To Improve After This Course (6:15)

Industry Experience You Can Trust

From blockbuster films to AAA games, our instructors have contributed to some of the industry’s most recognized projects.