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Develop a creative modeling style and node-based workflow by following step-by-step instructions in this book to learn the art of making practically any procedural mesh with ease while utilizing the power of geometry nodes

Key Features

Discover an efficient way to use the geometry node editor
Develop a creative mathematical thinking of the modeling workflow
Work on some fun projects in the book to put your newly acquired skills to use

Book Description

If you are a CG artist already experienced with Blender but do not have extensive knowledge of Geometry Nodes, you will find great experience and ideas in this book. Learning this new feature in Blender is crucial to working in the CG Industry. You will learn how to use the basic and intermediate features of Geometry Nodes, a crucial part of your Blender roadmap.

We will start with getting to know the different node inputs and outputs. After that, well take a look at the basic nodes youll be needing throughout your Geometry Nodes projects, along with explaining how the node system works. During each chapter, we will give you a practical implementation to try and apply your newfound skill; these exercises include modifying curves, mesh, and more. In the end, we will also teach you how to organize your nodes with the help of node groups.

By the end of this book, youll be able to tackle minor to major geometry node issues with your newfound knowledge and apply this knowledge to make complicated geometry node trees exactly how you need them.

What you will learn

Learn about the different node inputs and outputs that Geometry nodes have to offer
Understand the flow of the geometry node system
Discover the common nodes youll be using along with their functions in the geometry node editor
Learn about the different scatter methods along with how to utilize them
Modify basic mesh primitives using the node system inside of Blender
Scatter and modify objects aligned onto a curve
Learn about the more advanced nodes in the geometry nodes system
Utilize the learned nodes in your geometry nodes projects

Who This Book Is For

If you are a CG Artist or follow modeling careers like that of an environment artist or even a CG generalist in the cinematography industry and you are looking to get into learning a node-based modeling workflow using Geometry Nodes in Blender, this is the perfect book for you. You will need a basic knowledge of the fundamentals of Blender, for example, knowing the specific workflow of material nodes and being able to apply this knowledge to your projects. To get the most out of this book, you should have a basic understanding of Blenders shortcut system and some modeling experience.

Introduction to Geometry Nodes
Understanding the functionalities of basic nodes
Must-Have Add-Ons for building Node Trees
Making use of node primitives
Distributing instances onto your mesh
Working with the spreadsheet
Creating and modifying text in the editor
Editing Curves with Nodes
Manipulating mesh using geometry nodes
Creating a plant generator using nested distribution
Developing a procedural spiderweb generator
Constructing a procedural LED panel
Linking with other parts in Blender
Troubleshooting most common problems

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An easy-to-follow, illustrated guide to learning the geometry nodes editor and various other facets of geometry nodes through simple exercises that progress to more challenging projects Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Key Features

Develop a creative mathematical thinking of the modeling workflow
Understand how Blender and geometry nodes store and manage the data that you are handling
Learn different scatter methods and how to use them

Book Description

For anyone working in the computer graphics industry, understanding how to use Blenders new geometry nodes tools to manipulate and generate 3D geometry in a node-based workflow is an essential skill. In this book, youll learn how to use the basic and intermediate features of geometry nodes that are a crucial part of your Blender roadmap. Youll start by understanding the different node inputs and outputs followed by the basic nodes youll need throughout your geometry nodes projects. The book will show you how the node system works and enable you to put your newfound knowledge to use through exercises that involve modifying curves, meshes, and more. Youll work on a range of interesting projects such as creating a procedural plant, where youll use nodes to generate the intricate details and variations of a plant in a procedural manner, and a spiderweb generator to refine your skills of cleaning up a node tree. Finally, youll build a procedural LED panel using geometry nodes to generate the look of an LED panel. By the end of this book, youll be able to overcome any geometry node issue confidently and make complicated geometry node trees exactly how you need them.

What you will learn

Discover the different node inputs and outputs that geometry nodes have to offer
Get the hang of the flow of the geometry node system
Understand the common nodes youll be using along with their functions in the geometry node editor
Modify basic mesh primitives using the node system inside Blender
Scatter and modify objects aligned onto a curve
Become familiar with the more advanced nodes in the geometry nodes system
Link geometry and material nodes editors using named attributes
Implement your new-found knowledge of nodes in real-world projects

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Procedural 3D Modeling Using Geometry Nodes in Blender

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