#68 Dave Brain: How to Make a Film in BLENDER Without Experience

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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