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How to Make a Simple Fire Effect and Use It Now - Blender Tutorial

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Overview

Create a simple fire effect in Blender without using simulations in this 29-minute tutorial. Learn to craft geometry with a reactive shader that produces a convincing flame illusion. Perfect for beginners and those seeking a quick, easy method for basic scenes without extensive detail. Follow along to master techniques for generating gradient textures, incorporating noise, and adding lighting to enhance the fire effect. Gain practical experience in Blender while creating a visually appealing flame that can be immediately applied to your projects.

Syllabus

Intro
Candle
Cursor
Materials
Gradient Texture
Placing the Gradient Texture
Adding Noise
Adding the Candle
Adding a Light

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CG Cookie

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