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Blender – EXPERT in Hard Surface Modeling
Rating: 4.1 out of 5(36 ratings)
432 students

Blender – EXPERT in Hard Surface Modeling

Learn Hard Surface modeling from scratch, applying professional techniques and avoiding the most common mistakes.
Created byAlfonso Alcaide
Last updated 6/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • We’ll start with a brief intro so you can grasp the basic concepts.
  • We’ll model, texture, and add particle effects for pro-level renders.
  • You’ll learn professional modeling techniques.
  • Discover key tools and how to avoid common design mistakes.

Course content

3 sections56 lectures11h 21m total length
  • Introduction to the section.2:00
  • Modeling Categories and Styles7:56
  • Modifier: Subdivision Surface6:26
  • Control loops, support edges, and face filling10:34
  • Loop Tools Addon, Merge Tool, and Hole Closing10:52
  • Surface holes and redirecting loops12:57
  • Boolean Modifier – Side hole in a cylinder15:23
  • Snap Face Projection – Perfect miters7:17
  • Shrinkwrap Modifier – Miters and other shapes9:03
  • Array Modifier and Empties8:19
  • Bevel Modifier8:12
  • Section Practice: Chess Tower19:07

Requirements

  • No prior experience with Blender 3D is required.
  • A mid-range PC, Mac, or Linux is recommended for better performance.
  • Blender 3D is free and easy to install — make sure it's set up.

Description

In this course, we will learn from scratch all the necessary tools so you can create your own Hard Surface models using Blender 3D as your sole and main tool. You will be able to master the workflow with ease and face any Hard Surface challenge at a professional level.

We will study and fully configure the interface from scratch.

You will learn how to navigate the workspace.

We will study potential mistakes and advanced techniques used in the industry.

We will carry out the complete modeling of two objects, including all their details, using the most commonly used tools.

We will dive into advanced tools, learning how and why they are used.

We will create a model with water special effects, simulating condensation around the object, using textures, adjusting a surface, and implementing a lighting system.

The course will gradually increase in level, allowing you to clearly assimilate all the main concepts. Everything will be explained in detail—why it happens and what it’s for.

We will carry out Hard Surface modeling exercises. You will have access to all course materials and files, as well as support in the Q&A forum, which will help you with any doubts.

The course brings together all the knowledge and mastery of the tools necessary to complete a Hard Surface model from start to finish using techniques employed in the professional industry.

Once you finish the course, you will be able to create your own designs and face any challenge that arises, as you will have a solid foundation that will allow you to do it effortlessly. It's important to practice as much as possible to become fully aware of the workflow.

Who this course is for:

  • For anyone who wants to master Hard Surface modeling in Blender.
  • For those who want to learn how to texture their Blender models.
  • For anyone looking to learn new modeling techniques and improve their skills.