Blender Anime – NPR Environment Course by Virendra Kumar

Hello Cg Dash! It’s great to hear about your experience as an NPR artist and your focus on anime-style environments. Let’s break down the different chapters of your course and what participants can expect to learn:

Chapter 1 – Basics of NPR Shaders and Render Engine of Blender:
In this chapter, we will start by covering the basics of NPR (Non-Photorealistic Rendering) shaders and the render engine of Blender. We will explore the different shader options available in Blender and learn how to achieve the unique visual style commonly seen in anime environments. Understanding the fundamentals of NPR shaders and the render engine will lay a solid foundation for the rest of the course.

Chapter 2 – Getting Started with a Simple Scene:
In this chapter, we will dive into creating a simple scene using pre-built scenes that you have prepared in Blender. While there is no 3D modeling involved in this course, we will focus on shading, lighting, and compositing to bring the scene to life. We will discuss how to set up the camera, create a composition, and apply the NPR shaders to achieve the desired anime-style look. This chapter will help participants understand the workflow and techniques required to create a scene in Blender for NPR environments.

Chapter 3 – Creating Environment Shading and Lighting:
In the final chapter, we will focus on advanced techniques for environment shading and lighting. We will explore different approaches to create various elements commonly found in anime environments, such as stylized trees, buildings, and landscapes. You will learn how to use shaders and lighting to enhance the overall atmosphere and mood of the scene. Additionally, we will cover compositing techniques to fine-tune the final image and add extra effects if desired.

Note:
It’s important to keep in mind that this course assumes participants have a basic knowledge of Blender, including material creation, the Node Wrangler addon, and some basic compositing nodes. If you are new to Blender or lack these fundamental skills, it would be beneficial to familiarize yourself with these concepts before taking this intermediate to advanced course.

By the end of the course, participants will have gained a deeper understanding of NPR shaders, the Blender render engine, and the process of creating anime-style environments. They will be equipped with the knowledge and techniques necessary to create their own visually captivating and immersive scenes in Blender.

I hope this breakdown gives you a clear understanding of what to expect from your course on anime-style environments in Blender. Best of luck with your teaching!