Blender 3D: Your First Character Animation (Walk Cycle)

This course introduces the fundamentals of character animation in Blender 3D, focusing on creating a walk cycle as your first animation project. You’ll learn the core principles needed to bring a character to life through movement, starting with one of animation’s most essential techniques. The walk cycle is a perfect entry point for beginners, as it teaches timing, spacing, and body mechanics in a manageable scope.

By completing this course, you’ll understand how to set up and animate a character rig in Blender, progressing from basic poses to a smooth, looping walk cycle. The hands-on approach ensures you develop practical skills that form the foundation for more complex character animations.