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September has been hard for me. I took a break from making videos for YouTube after my dog passed. Part of me felt guilty for stopping like I was supposed to be a stronger person. I've run out of prerecorded tutorials this week, so I don't have one to post. It has felt hard to stay motivated when I miss my puppy so much. I would like to thank everyone at Half Rez for being so kind to me and supportive. At my lowest, people walked up to me and said what I was doing meant something to them. I felt alone and like I was working alone until talking with everyone there. I'm not making these videos alone. I'm making them with all of you. Being a volunteer for Half Rez was meaningful and gave me a feeling of purpose.

It's time I choose what to do next. Some ideas include making a video about composition or teaching new deformers in Cinema 4D. I've written a short apocalyptic story and would like to 3D model a dystopian robot for it. Maybe I'll read my story to you sometime after my editor looks at it. I was feeling down and I seemed to make some darker art during that time. #motiondesign #motiongraphics #community

Next week on Monday we are creating crystals in Cinema 4D and Redshift!

I'm taking a break from posting a video this week to spend time with family. I'm still offering one-on-one coaching and live Q+A sessions this week. They are on my website ambient3danimations.com. Thank you for all the support and kindness on here. The render below is a restaurant I modeled using the same techniques from the Cyber Diner playlist I made. This render is a little less cyber punk though haha 🌠 #3dartist #motiondesign #design

The best inspiration for 3D modeling comes from real life. I went to an antique store with family and found this. Guess what I'm going to make! #3dartist #motiondesigner #freelancer

There is a new beginner friendly 3D modeling tutorial coming out for Cinema 4D on Wednesday at 7:30am Central! Hope you'll join me 🌻✨ #cinema4d #motiondesigner #3dartist

New tutorial comes out Monday 7:30am! If you are an absolute beginner getting started 3D modeling in Cinema 4D, this is the best way to learn. My first model was a bar of soap, and it can be yours too. My career as a 3D motion designer started here. Yours can too. A small step towards being a 3D artist is all it takes.

Next week, 3D model with me as we create a unicorn mug together inside of Cinema 4D! It'll come out Monday 7:30am Central. This is an intermediate project, but even so, I think it'll be good for a beginner to watch to learn more about 3D modeling processes. More beginner tutorials to come so hang in there if you are new!

My foundation in 3D motion design can be found in ink, colored pencils, chalk pastels, magazine collages, oil paint and acrylic paint. My 3D skills sprouted from 2D seedlings. This part of my history can help other 3D artists learn. Check out my full blog post on my website Ambient3DAnimations.com. #motiondesign #3dartist #motiongraphics

Should you take an unpaid design test for a freelance project or salaried job? Let's run through this scenario together. Check out my blog post, Unpaid Design Tests and What I Wish I Knew on my Ambient 3D Animations website. Each blog post is written, illustrated, and edited by people instead of AI to celebrate the creative spirit. #motiondesign #freelance #design

Sketching at the park :) How is your weekend? Happy Mother’s Day!