#68 Dave Brain: How to Make a Film in BLENDER Without Experience
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What happens when a hospital administrator with no animation background decides to make a 25-minute sci-fi film in Blender — solo?
Meet Dave Brain, the creator of Kosmic Kidnap and the face behind Dave Makes a Movie. In this episode, Dave shares how he taught himself Blender by diving straight into making a full animated short, what he's learned along the way, and how he's building a following by documenting the whole process.
🎬 Topics include:
Starting a film with no animation experience
Tools and workflow in Blender
The realities of solo animated filmmaking
Growing an audience on social media
Tips for beginners making their first film in Blender
Whether you're a filmmaker, Blender beginner, or just love creative DIY stories — this one will inspire you to start before you're ready.
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