Udemy
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
Subscribe
Turn what you know into an opportunity and reach millions around the world.
Learn More
Your cart is empty.
Keep shopping
Python Scripting for Blender: With Practical Projects
Role Play
Rating: 4.2 out of 5(760 ratings)
4,102 students

Python Scripting for Blender: With Practical Projects

Learn Python in Blender: Create Custom Tools, Automate Workflows & Enhance Productivity
Role Play
Created byThomas McDonald
Last updated 5/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Learn 3D Scripting using Python in Blender
  • Create custom UI panels and buttons in Blender.
  • Automate repetitive tasks and optimize workflows.
  • Use Python to generate and modify 3D objects.
  • Animate objects and create custom material setups with Python.
  • Import, extract, and animate data from CSV files.

Coding Exercises

This course includes our updated coding exercises so you can practice your skills as you learn.

See a demo
Image of coding exercise example

Course content

8 sections • 55 lectures • 3h 13m total length

  • Introduction3:25
  • Where to Get the Free and Open Source Software Blender & the Installation Proces4:21
  • Saving Incrementally, Increasing Undo Steps & Navigation S7:34
  • How to Recover Blend Files after Crashes & Auto Saving Files3:04
  • How to Navigate the Blender Interface4:39
  • The Versatile Multi-Purpose 3D Cursor Tool7:21
  • The Coordinates System3:28
  • Python in Blender3:41
  • Get Your Free Blender Python Shortcut Key Guide0:16
  • The Interactive Python Console6:06
  • The Text Editor2:01
  • BPY Intro Document0:16
  • Blender Python6:17
  • bpy
  • Order of Operations Intro Document0:20
  • The Order of Operations2:34
  • Order of Operations
  • Basic Data Types Intro Document0:38
  • Data Types in Python2:57
  • Data Types
  • Coding Exercise - Data Types
  • Your First Blender Python Script3:50
  • Error Messages Intro Document0:14
  • Common Errors in Python2:21
  • Error Messages
  • Common Issues9:30

    In this video tutorial we delve into some of the most frequent issues faced by students and users of Blender—ranging from modelling intricacies to key frame snags. By walking you through real-time examples, the lecture aims to equip you with practical solutions to these common stumbling blocks, making your Blender experience smoother and more efficient.


    Doubled-Up Vertices

    Problem: Presence of redundant vertices causing shading, texturing, and other issues.

    Example: Extruding a face but then deciding to inset, leading to overlapping vertices.

    Solution: Utilizing the 'Merge by Distance' function to eliminate extra vertices.


    Loop Cut Issues

    Problem: Loop cuts not behaving as expected.

    Example: Loop cut refuses to wrap around the mesh, usually stops at an N-gon.

    Solution: Using the Knife tool to manually cut through the N-gon.


    Things Disappear

    Problem: Work disappearing when pressing the "1" key.

    Example: Toggling collections on and off inadvertently.

    Solution: Using the 'Control' key to unhide all collections.


    Extruding a Vertex

    Problem: Difficulty extruding a single vertex.

    Example: Single vertex becoming invisible in Edge mode.

    Solution: Switching to Vertex selection mode to extrude properly.


    Limited Zoom

    Problem: Restricted zooming in User Perspective mode.

    Example: Difficulty zooming into third monkey head object.

    Solution: Switching to Orthographic mode or using Fly Mode to bypass restrictions.


    Keyframes

    Problem: Unintended object movements due to Auto-Keying.

    Example: Objects moving or disappearing when the space bar is hit.

    Solution: Checking the status of the Auto-Keying button and toggling it off if needed.


    Key Takeaways:

    Learn the importance of the 'Merge by Distance' function to eliminate doubled-up vertices.

    Gain insights into how to perform loop cuts on N-gons using the Knife tool.

    Discover the functionalities of Blender's different modes to avoid unintended actions like disappearing collections or failed extrusions.

    Grasp how to manage zoom limitations through the use of different view modes.

    Understand the implications of the Auto-Keying feature and how to manage it effectively.

  • Blender Python Scripting Session

Requirements

  • A computer capable of running Blender (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
  • A three-button mouse is recommended for easier navigation.
  • No prior Python or Blender knowledge is required – we cover everything from scratch!

Description

Master Blender Scripting with Python and Supercharge Your 3D Workflow

Welcome to Python Scripting in Blender – the only course you need to start writing scripts, creating tools, and automating workflows inside Blender, the powerful open-source 3D software. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to enhance your Blender skills with Python, this course will get you up and running fast!

With 2.5 hours of hands-on training, you'll learn practical Python scripting techniques to extend Blender’s functionality. Even if you have no prior programming experience, you’ll be writing scripts in no time.

Why Take This Course?

  • Learn from an experienced instructor with nearly 100,000 students.

  • Up-to-date content that reflects the latest Blender versions.

  • Immediate visual feedback – see your Python code in action inside Blender’s 3D viewport.

  • Automate repetitive tasks to speed up your workflow.

  • Python & Blender are used in gaming, VFX, and animation – get ahead of the curve with automation skills.

  • Blender’s latest release makes Python scripting more powerful than ever!

Through step-by-step video tutorials, you’ll gain confidence in scripting while building practical projects.

What You’ll Learn in This Course

This hands-on course covers key scripting concepts, including:

  • Creating custom panel buttons in Blender's UI.

  • Importing and processing data from CSV files.

  • Using lists, loops, and conditional logic in Python.

  • Manipulating mesh objects and materials via scripting.

  • Automating keyframe animation with Python.

You’ll Work on Real-World Projects, Including:

  • Adding and renaming objects in the scene.

  • Duplicating and positioning objects using Python.

  • Creating a custom UI panel for easy access to scripts.

  • Automating lighting and camera setup for a scene.

  • Building an animated data visualization from CSV data.

By completing these projects, you'll gain practical experience and walk away with scripts that can be used in real Blender projects.

Tools & Technologies Covered

  • Blender (Free & Open Source 3D Software)

  • Blender’s Python API (bpy module)

  • Python Console & Text Editor inside Blender

  • LibreOffice for CSV Data Handling

Topics Covered in the Course

  • Introduction to bpy (Blender’s Python module).

  • Controlling the 3D cursor with Python.

  • Variables, loops, and conditional statements for automation.

  • Using f-strings for efficient string formatting.

  • Writing and organizing scripts in Blender’s Text Editor.

  • Understanding order of operations in Python.

  • Working with data types, radians, and transformations in Blender.

  • …and much more!

By the end of the course, you'll have the skills to automate repetitive tasks, build custom scripts, and optimize your Blender workflow with Python.

Take Action Now!

Time is valuable! Click the Buy Now button and start scripting inside Blender today. Master Python, automate tasks, and take your 3D skills to the next level!

Who this course is for:

  • Beginners with no prior experience in Blender or Python
  • 3D artists and animators looking to speed up their workflow
  • Game developers who want to expand their toolset with scripting
  • Technical artists interested in custom Blender automation
  • Complete beginners looking for something new
  • Anyone who wants to learn Python in a creative, practical way

Report abuse