Chapter 1: Why should you choose Blender if you are learning 3D modeling?

Chapter 1- Why should you choose Blender if you are learning 3D modeling?

If you are just starting your 3D journey and still deciding which program you want to use, I am here to help you make the right choice.You probably already know there is a lot of software for 3D modeling, texturing, and animation, but how do you choose the right one?

Should you choose Maya, ZBrush, or 3ds Max… the selection is big.

I won’t tell you anything specific about the software I just mentioned because each one has its strengths.

However, I will share information about my all-time favorite 3D modeling software and reasons why you should at least give it a chance once — Blender.

What is the story behind Blender?

Blender was officially launched on January 2, 1994, but the first version, 1.00, was released in January 1995.

On January 1, 1998, Blender became free open-source software, and as its founder, Ton Roosendaal, stated, it would remain that way FOREVER.

Until now, it has been improved in so many areas, and little by little, even bigger studios are starting to use it.

The current stable release is Blender 4.0, and it’s a game-changer.

I could write about Blender’s features, such as geometry nodes, simulation, and more, but if you’re a beginner, you won’t understand half of it.

Therefore, I’ll focus on aspects that everyone can understand.

WHY choose BLENDER?

❖ Blender is free, and it will remain free forever, so you don’t have to worry about the

price. ❖ Blender has an amazing community, so if you have any questions, just ask, and I

promise you’ll get your answer. ❖ Blender offers a wide range of free and paid add-ons that can speed up modeling,

texturing, and animation. ❖ You can earn by creating models in Blender, animations, materials, and so on.

❖ You can create your own add-ons and earn money from them.

❖ You can find tons of free and paid 3D models available for Blender.

❖ Blender is compatible with other 3D software, allowing you to import and export 3D

models without worrying. ❖ Blender is advancing fast because only passionate people are working, so they want

what is best for users. ❖ I am sure there are even more reasons, but I believe this is enough to pique your

curiosity about Blender. ❖ If you have any questions, feel free to ask me, and I’ll try to help or direct you to

someone who can.