Create 3D objects and environments. Master 3d modeling basics through bite-sized, swipeable learning tiles — designed for busy people who want to learn on the go.
This 3D Modeling Basics short course on SkillTiles breaks down everything you need to know into 10 structured milestones, each packed with bite-sized learning tiles you can swipe through in under 15 seconds each.
Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refresh your knowledge, this online 3d modeling basics course uses AI-powered content to adapt to your learning pace. Each tile delivers a focused concept, example, or quiz — making it perfect for commutes, coffee breaks, or quick study sessions.
Covering 70 key topics across 10 milestones, this course takes you from foundations to practical application. Earn badges as you complete each milestone and track your progress on your learning dashboard.
Course Curriculum
1
3D Fundamentals
Meshes, materials, and lighting
3D space (x, y, z axes)basic mesh operationsmodifiers (subdivision, mirror)materials and textureslighting basics (3-point)camera and compositionrendering overview
2
3D Fundamentals
Understand 3D space
3D coordinate systemviewport navigationobjects and transforms3D software overview (Blender)interface basicsfile managementrender engines
3
Mesh Modeling
Create 3D shapes
vertices, edges, facesextrude and insetloop cuts and edge loopsbevel and chamfersubdivision surfaceproportional editingmesh cleanup
4
Modifiers
Non-destructive modeling
mirror modifierarray modifierboolean operationssolidifycurve modifiershrinkwrapmodifier stack order
5
Materials & Textures
Make objects look real
shader basics (principled BSDF)color and roughnessmetallic surfacestransparency and glassUV unwrapping basicsimage texturesprocedural textures
6
Lighting
Light your 3D scenes
three-point lightingHDRI environment lightingarea vs point vs sun lightsshadows and softnessvolumetric lightinginterior lightingmood and atmosphere
7
Camera & Composition
Frame your 3D scenes
camera settingsfocal lengthdepth of fieldcomposition rulescamera animationmultiple camera anglesaspect ratios for render
8
Digital Sculpting
Organic shape creation
sculpt mode basicsessential brushesdynamic topologyremeshingsymmetry in sculptingdetailing techniquesretopology basics
9
Rendering
Create final images
render settingsCycles vs Eeveesampling and noisedenoisingcompositing basicsrender layersoutput formats
10
3D Mastery
Advanced 3D skills
character modeling basicshard surface modelinganimation fundamentalsparticle systemsphysics simulation3D for web (Three.js)building a 3D portfolio
What You'll Learn in This 3D Modeling Basics Course
Start this 3d modeling basics short course today. Swipe through AI-powered tiles, earn badges, and build a daily learning habit — no experience needed.