CG Cookie Courses

Ubershader Course - Overview of Ubershader Controls

Explore complex shader networks in Cycles using an Ubershader example. Learn to create advanced materials with diffuse, glass, refraction, and emission properties.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introduction to Blender's Node Groups

Discover how to create reusable shaders and effects in Blender using node groups, improving efficiency and organization in your 3D projects.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Draw from a 3D Reference Directly Inside Blender

Learn to create custom 3D references in Blender and use Grease Pencil for drawing, enhancing your digital art workflow with in-scene references and efficient composition techniques.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Complete Guide to Retopology with RetopoFlow in Blender

Learn to use RetopoFlow in Blender for efficient 3D model retopology. Master sketch-based tools, symmetry, and advanced techniques to streamline your workflow and create clean topology.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Blender Freestyle Rendering - Unleash Your Creativity

Explore Blender's Freestyle rendering engine to create stylized 2D images from 3D scenes. Learn essential settings and techniques for artistic control over lines and strokes in this live demonstration.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Use Key Interpolation with Blender's Grease Pencil

Explore key interpolation in Blender's Grease Pencil for smooth animation transitions. Learn techniques for realistic object movement between keyframes in this 39-minute tutorial.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Create 2D Kirby Krackle with Blender's Grease Pencil

Learn to create the iconic Kirby Krackle effect in Blender using Grease Pencil modifiers and default brushes. Master this seemingly complex technique in a simple, efficient way.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Create a 3D Blast Effect with Blender's Grease Pencil

Learn to create stylized 3D blast effects using Blender's Grease Pencil, combining 2D and 3D techniques for dynamic animations. Master merging hand-drawn elements with 3D models in this engaging tutorial.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Creating Anime-Style Laser Blast Effects with Blender Grease Pencil

Learn to create anime-style laser blast effects using Blender's Grease Pencil tool. Easy-to-follow tutorial suitable for mouse users, no stylus required.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Blender Grease Pencil - Mastering Brush Settings Part II

Explore advanced Grease Pencil brush customization in Blender. Learn to refine settings, create new brushes, and optimize your workflow through practical application on a test piece.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Grease Pencil - Mastering Brush Settings in Blender

Explore Grease Pencil brush settings in Blender, learn troubleshooting techniques, and discover how to customize brushes for optimal results in this informative livestream.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

New Build Modifier in Blender - Grease Pencil Natural Drawing Speed

Explore Blender 3.5's new Build modifier for Grease Pencil, creating dynamic draw-on effects with Natural Drawing Speed mode. Learn to animate a speed-drawn Melvin monster character.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Converting Mesh to Grease Pencil in Blender - Livestream Tutorial

Learn to convert existing geometry to Grease Pencil objects in Blender. Discover key functions and surprising tips to maximize this feature's potential in your 3D projects.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Creating a Halftone Gradient Shader in Blender - Part 2

Learn advanced techniques for creating halftone gradients in Blender shaders. Explore node groups, customize settings, and achieve a comic-style effect in this in-depth tutorial.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Creating a Halftone Gradient Shader in Blender - 2023 Livestream

Learn to create a halftone shader in Blender, simulating color gradients using node-based math techniques. Gain insights into procedural shading and expand your 3D graphics skills.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video