Grant Abbitt

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By: Grant Abbitt

This channel is about games design and game art. I use Blender, Photoshop, Krita and a few other programmes. My tutorials are mainly about How to use Blender. I also Vlog now and again about freelancing, being creative, and the creative industries. Liv

Why's Blender Not Working - Can't Painting
09/01/2024

#blendertutorial #texturepainting #gameart
Website: http://www.gabbitt.co.uk
Discord: https://discord.gg/uwF2fcm

This video looks at all the problems you are likely to come across when texture...


Why's Blender Not Working! - Fix UV Unwrapping
08/23/2024

#unwrapping #blendertutorial #blender3d

Here's how I go about fixing unwrapping problems in Blender.

Check seams are connected Merge by distance Check face direction take out...


Blender Made Retopology 10x Easier & Forgot to Mention it!
08/10/2024

#blendertutorial #blender3d #blender

Blender made retopology 10x easier and forgot to tell anyone. Since 4.0 there's been a cool snapping upgrade that makes retopology so much easier. The...


Xencelabs PD16 - Review & Comparison
08/07/2024

#graphicstablet #drawingtablet #digitalart

This is the Xencelabs Pen Display 16. A 16 inch portable pen display tablet. I test it out and compare it to my favourite budget brand XP pen &...


BLOOM in the VIEWPORT - Eevee & Cycles - Blender 4.2
08/02/2024

#blendertutorial #blender3d #rendering
This is a video to clear up the confusion behind bloom in Blender 4.2. We now have to use the compositor in order to make the bloom effect work however...


The SECRET to VFX in BLENDER- Rigid bodies a complete beginners guide
07/28/2024

#blendertutorial #blender3d #vfx
Learn the most important aspects of VFX in Blender; Rigid Bodies. This video goes through the most important things to know before taking on a VFX project....


New Blender Visual Effects Course - Available Now
07/25/2024

#blendertutorial #blender3d #vfx
This is the new Blender Visual Effects Course from Gamedev.tv. It's packed with insightful info and techniques to make visual effects in blender such as explosions...


Blender 4.2 - What You Need to Know Before Upgrading
07/24/2024

#blendertutorial #blender4.2 #blendertutorial

https://www.blender.org/
My Website: http://www.gabbitt.co.uk
Discord: https://discord.gg/uwF2fcm

Learn the basics of Blender 4: https://youtu.be/lL...


3D Coat 2024: The Perfect Blender Companion
07/14/2024

#blendertutorial #3dcoat #texturing

3D Coat has just released its 2024 version and I've been testing its capabilities to compliment my 3D workflow, particularly with regards to texture painting and materials. this video highlights what i liked about it and how i got on. how i got on

For more info, please visit the website http://pilgway.com
Some content in the video is courtesy of Flavio Rygaard, Jama Jurabaev, Anton Tenitsky, & Alex Nijmeh.

My Website: http://www.gabbitt.co.uk
Discord: https://discord.gg/uwF2fcm

Learn the basics of...


Character Rigging in Blender : Easy Setup for Beginners
07/07/2024

#blendertutorial #blender #rigging
Here's a simple overview of how to rig any character for animation in the easiest way possible. This is meant as a very basic guide to get you started in rigging and understanding bones and armatures. For a fuller more detail view then check out my course

My Rigging & Animation course ONLY $16
https://bit.ly/B-Animation

My Website: http://www.gabbitt.co.uk
Discord: https://discord.gg/uwF2fcm

Learn the basics of Blender 4: https://youtu.be/lLqep5Q4MiI
Get good at blender series: https...


VR Sculpting is Awesome
06/08/2024

#vrsculpting #sculpting #gamedev
I recently tried sculpting in VR and it was awesome fun. It was easy to learn and produce great pieces with.

Find out more and get Get 20% off: https://dub.sh/Shapelab2024launch

My Website: http://www.gabbitt.co.uk
Discord: https://discord.gg/uwF2fcm

Learn the basics of Blender 4: https://youtu.be/lLqep5Q4MiI
Get good at blender series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn3ukorJv4vvv3ZpWJYvV5Tmvo7ISO-NN
Learn Sculpting playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn3ukorJv4vvJM7...


The 1 Button Blender Tablet Hack You NEED to Know!
06/01/2024

#graphicstablet #blendertutorial #blender3d

Learn how to setup your graphics tablet to have full control in blender by just changing one button

pen 1 - Middle mouse button
pen 2 - Right click
pen 3 - if available - space bar

My Website: http://www.gabbitt.co.uk
Discord: https://discord.gg/uwF2fcm

Learn the basics of Blender 4: https://youtu.be/lLqep5Q4MiI
Get good at blender series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn3ukorJv4vvv3ZpWJYvV5Tmvo7ISO-NN
Learn Sculpting playlist: https://www.youtube.com...


Parblo Coast 12 Pro 2nd Gen: Budget Buy or Buyer's Beware
05/24/2024

#parblo #graphicstablet #drawingtablet
The Parblo tablet is a budget tablet currently priced at $200. It has some good features but doesn't stack up to its competitors like XP Pens artist 12.

Find the tablet here: https://www.parblo.com/products/coast12pro

Learn the basics of Blender 4: https://youtu.be/lLqep5Q4MiI
Learn Sculpting playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn3ukorJv4vvJM7tvjet4PP-LVjJx13oB

recommended graphics tablet:
I use a graphics tablet to paint with and my recommendations are written below:
Ultimate Buyers guide - https://youtu...


Beginners Guide to Animation in blender 4 - Part 3 - Bones & Armatures
05/18/2024

#blender3d #animation #blendertutorial
This video will teach you the basics of animation in Blender 4 looking closely at Bones and Armatures to move characters and objects around. This is part 3 in a series that will look at different aspects of animation so you can make your own fun animation masterpieces. Full playlist link below:

Pick up my comprehensive course on the basics of rigging and animation for only $10: for a limited time only:
https://gamedev.tv?ref=ywqzmjc
(Search Blender Courses)

Learn Animation in Blender (Playlist): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...


Beginners Guide to Animation in blender 4 - Part 2 - Graph Editor
05/12/2024

#blender3d #animation #blendertutorial
This video will teach you the basics of animation in Blender 4 looking closely at the graph editor. This is part 2 in a series that will look at different aspects of animation so you can make your own fun animation masterpieces.

Pick up my comprehensive course on the basics of rigging and animation for only $15: https://www.gamedev.tv/p/blender-complete-animator?coupon_code=GRABBITT&affcode=45216_9b6dqwx2

Learn the basics of Blender 4: https://youtu.be/lLqep5Q4MiI

Animation book recommendation - The Animators Survival Kit
https://amzn...


Buyers Guide for Creative Monitors
05/09/2024

#monitor #creative #3dartist
Whether you're a video editor, 3D artist, photographer, or digital artist, this video has everything you need to understand the key features and choose the best monitor to supercharge your creativity.
Inside this video, you'll discover:
Essential monitor specs for creative professionals: Learn about resolution, color accuracy, refresh rate, and more, all explained in a way that's easy to understand.
The best monitor types for different creative needs: Discover the ideal monitor for video editing, 3D art, photography, and other creative tasks.
Top tips for choosing the right creative monitor: Get...


Animation Made Easy: The Complete Beginner's Guide to Blender 4
05/04/2024

#blender3d #animation #blendertutorial
This video will teach you the basics of animation in Blender 4 looking closely at keyframes. this is part 1 in a series that will look at different aspects of animation so you can make your own fun animation masterpieces.

Pick up my comprehensive course on the basics of rigging and animation for only $15: https://www.gamedev.tv/p/blender-complete-animator?coupon_code=GRABBITT&affcode=45216_9b6dqwx2

Learn the basics of Blender 4: https://youtu.be/lLqep5Q4MiI

Animation book recommendation - The Animators Survival Kit
https://amzn.to/30Gh9...


Create a Unicorn in Blender (Step-by-Step Breakdown)
04/27/2024

#blender3d #blendertutorial #gamedev
I breakdown the complete process of creating fun characters in blender which can be used for games or animations. In this episode i make an angry unicorn.

Learn How to make characters like this with my Character course Pack 3 courses @ only $30 (plus local taxes)
https://www.gamedev.tv/p/grant-s-blender-character-pack?coupon_code=GRANT&affcode=45216_9b6dqwx2
Learn Blender from scratch for only $15 dollars:
https://www.gamedev.tv/p/complete-blender-creator-3-2-learn-3d-modelling-for-beginners?coupon_code=GRANT&affcode=45216_9b6dqwx2

My Website: http://www.gabbitt.co.uk
Discord...


Blender Makes Sculpting Easy: Block to Beast in 1 Hour (Blender Tutorial)
04/19/2024

#blender3d #gamedev #sculpting
https://www.gamedev.tv/p/blender-sculpting-brushes-create-amazing-sculpts-quickly?coupon_code=GRANTOFFER&affcode=45216_9b6dqwx2
Blender has made it incredibly easy to sculpt really detailed models due to its advancements in the last few years. The sculpting tools such as VDM brushes, the Remesh, the multiresolution modifier and speed improvements have made an amazing difference. This video shows how I made a detailed beasts head in around an hour.

WANT TO LEARN THIS PROCESS IN DETAIL
My course of the whole process which includes a pack of VDM and alpha brushes is Only $10...


Mastering Cute Monsters in Blender 4 : A Step by Step Guide
04/07/2024

#blender3d #gamedev #gameart
In this video I go through how I modelled and sculpted this adorable fluffy monster character in Blender 4. I give a detailed breakdown of all the steps i took creating a character from scratch. the whole process took about 1.5 hours in total

Try my Character Pack only $30 (plus local taxes)
https://www.gamedev.tv/p/grant-s-blender-character-pack?coupon_code=GRANT&affcode=45216_9b6dqwx2

Chapters
0:00 - Intro
0:05 - Reference images
0:19 - Blobbing out
0:37 - Sculpting
1:45 - Tongue
1:57 - Teeth
2:30 - accidentally say Icosphere instead...