Bad Decisions Podcast
#51 How Blender 3D Changed SMEAF's Life
Jul 18, 2024
Join Smeaf, a Blender master, as he shares his journey from quitting soul-sucking jobs to YouTube success, revealing revenue, dealing with haters, and sharing Blender tips. Dive into his journey from corporate life to creative content creation, exploring therapeutic 3D modeling and navigating angry customers. Discover how Smeaf balances creativity with sponsorships, discusses 3D projects and workflow enhancements, and creates engaging educational videos using Blender 3D overlays.
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Quick takeaways
- Focus on specific niches within Blender to avoid feeling overwhelmed in the 'Valley of Despair' phase of learning.
- Balancing creative freedom with dedication and hard work is essential for pursuing artistic endeavors.
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Overcoming the Valley of Despair in Blender Learning
The Valley of Despair in Blender learning is a phase where beginners feel confident after learning basic concepts and then quickly realize they know very little, becoming overwhelmed. To avoid this, focus on specific niches within Blender and avoid being a generalist trying to do everything at once. By choosing specific areas like animation or modeling, you can progress effectively and prevent the overwhelming feeling of the Valley of Despair.
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