Distribution Blender Fundamentals for Illustrators: A Complete Guide to Character & Environment Design [Coloso, IKKI]

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Blender Fundamentals for Illustrators: A Complete Guide to Character & Environment Design [Coloso, IKKI]

Publisher

Coloso

Product Type

Video Course

Product URL

https://coloso.global/en/products/blenderillustrator-ikki-us

Author

IKKI

Language

Korean, GBC Dub, English Official Subtitles

Duration

18:13

Release date

Mar 25, 2025

Skill level

2.00 star(s)

Project Files

Yes

Product Price

$202

Master 3D Background Illustration in Just 3 Weeks – Tailored for Illustrators!​

Ready to elevate your art with 3D but don’t know where to start? This beginner-friendly course is designed specifically for illustrators who want to integrate stunning 3D backgrounds into their work — without the overwhelm. Led by IKKI, the renowned illustrator behind hit titles like Blue Archive and Honkai: Star Rail, this class is your gateway to learning Blender and Unreal Engine in a practical, artist-focused way.

What You'll Learn​

Create fully realized background illustrations with ease, even if you’ve never touched a 3D tool before. With a curated selection of techniques and exercises, you’ll build detailed environments that bring your characters to life — all in just three weeks. Say goodbye to time-consuming background struggles and hello to a faster, more efficient workflow.

Why Take This Course?​

From Characters to Backgrounds: The Complete Illustrator’s Toolkit

Learn to convey character traits through thoughtful, immersive backgrounds — a must-have skill for standing out as a pro illustrator. You'll work through two themed illustration projects that blend 2D characters with richly crafted 3D environments.

Tackle Backgrounds with Ease Using 3D Tools​

Struggling with backgrounds? You’re not alone. Instead of spending hours hunting for references and guessing at perspective, let Blender handle the heavy lifting. You'll learn how to manage composition, lighting, scale, and more — all while focusing on what matters most: your storytelling.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Balanced, Polished Illustrations​

IKKI’s unique workflow helps you seamlessly combine 2D and 3D elements to create balanced, professional-quality artwork. Follow along as he reveals the secrets to building cohesive illustrations that captivate viewers from every angle.

Course Breakdown​

Part 1: Illustrator’s Blender Basics​

• Navigating Object Mode
• Navigating Edit Mode

Part 2: Creating Everyday 3D Scenes​

• Vending Machine
• Convenience Store
• Hotel Swimming Pool
• Abandoned Factory

Part 3: Designing Man-Made & Natural Objects​

• Building
• Terrain
• Test Tube

Part 4: Full Medieval Illustration​

• Sketching the Concept
• 3D Modeling in Blender
• Rendering in Unreal Engine
• Coloring & Polish

Part 5: Full Sci-Fi Illustration​

• Sketching the Concept
• 3D Modeling in Blender
• Rendering in Unreal Engine
• Coloring & Polish

Key Course Features​

Blender Crash Course for Artists​

Master the essentials of Blender in just a few hours a day. This course focuses on tools and techniques that directly improve your illustration workflow — no fluff, just what you need.

Solve Background Challenges — For Good​

Perspective, lighting, scale — all those tricky background elements become manageable with 3D tools. Learn to build beautiful, believable settings without endless Googling for references.

Build Balanced Illustrations with Depth​

Pair expressive 2D characters with rich 3D environments. IKKI’s process shows you how to avoid mismatched styles and create unified, polished artworks that stand out in your portfolio.