Reply To: When did Blender stop coming your way?

@animeshux

I still need to look at videos of modeller (regardless which software though) to get a little inspiration on how to tackle a given project. I find the hardest is to actually start, hence me looking at awesome people for inspiration. 

I don’t think you need to know how everything works before starting a bigger project of your own, but rather set yourself a goal similar to a CGC course (ex: model your own vehicle, or your own mask) and try whenever you can to add a personal touch instead of following exactly the instruction: imitate rather than replicate 🙂 

That way you’ll find your own workflow. It takes time, of course depending on how much you spend per day/week and it also depends on individuals. I discovered blender in 2009, and used it very seldom until 2012-2013 ish when I got more serious in learning. Before I was just messing around or replicating videos: kinda cool results but not helpful for creativity. 

Also, surround yourself with people that share the same passion (meetup, cgc community, discord, you name it): that’s what motivated me in 2012 when a colleague of mine was also a blender user. We got into it together and pushed each other forward. Very helpful to not be alone in the process !

The most important is to practive often. That doesn’t mean 5 hours a day, but at least try to open blender everyday either mess with the cube or continue a project. 5 minutes everyday are better than 5hours in a row once per month 🙂 Consistency is the key!

Good luck and happy blending

/Thibaut.