Do I need to bring a computer?

No — computers and materials are provided, though you may bring your own laptop if you prefer.

What does the class include?

The course provides a computer, materials, and a practice project; bring headphones and an external hard drive.

How long is the course and how is it scheduled?

Five 3-hour sessions (15 hours total); check available dates at the booking link.

The listed base price is $60; check the booking page for current pricing and any additional fees.

How do I book or inquire about cancellations?

Use the online booking link provided in the referral information to reserve a spot or ask about cancellations.

Hands-On Blender Course in Brooklyn: 3D Modelling & Animation Workshop | Workshop | VR

At BRIC, 647 Fulton Street, Brooklyn NY 11207, this five-session Blender course turns the intimidating interface of professional 3D software into a lean, project-driven workflow. Over fifteen hours—five three-hour sessions—students move from polygonal primitives to finished animated shots, learning modeling, virtual cameras, lighting, and basic animation on provided workstations. The classroom size is capped at 12, which keeps instructor feedback immediate and the pace practical for beginners and intermediate users alike.

The studio setup emphasizes real-world pipelines: computers and materials are supplied so you can dive straight into exercises, and the curriculum centers on techniques that translate directly into post-production, motion graphics, and independent film work. Expect hands-on demos of mesh topology, UV layout, shader basics, and camera blocking, plus lighting setups that teach how light sculpts a scene. Each session builds toward a practice project you’ll export and critique with peers, giving you artifacts to show potential collaborators or clients.

What makes this offering feel like a standout in Brooklyn isn’t just the technical syllabus but the context—BRIC’s Fulton Street address places the class in a dense creative district where artists, filmmakers, and studios converge. That proximity to local creative networks makes this more than a short course; it’s an entry point to ongoing collaborations and community classes. The low $60 base price and included hardware lower the barrier for travelers or transient creatives who want to learn without hauling equipment.

Practicalities are straightforward: the minimum age is 18, group size tops out at 12, and you should bring headphones and an external hard drive to save your work. No previous Blender experience is required, but basic computer literacy helps; the course moves efficiently and rewards practice between sessions. Because the workshop is hands-on, arriving early to set up and backing up files nightly will keep you on track.

Visitors to Brooklyn will find this course a useful urban skill stopover—combine it with a day exploring galleries or film screenings and return to class with fresh creative reference. Whether you’re upgrading a filmmaking toolkit, launching motion-graphics experiments, or simply curious about how virtual light and lenses reshape storytelling, this Blender series offers a compact, disciplined way to build usable 3D skills in a collaborative, instructor-led setting. You’ll leave with at least one rendered clip and the project files to iterate later; instructors emphasize export to MP4 and common image formats so your work can be integrated into editing timelines. Expect critiques that focus on composition, timing, and render optimization, and plan to practice outside class between sessions to accelerate progress. Bring a simple mouse if you prefer precision—many students find a two-button mouse speeds modeling tasks. Classes meet at BRIC; arrive early to set up and meet fellow creatives promptly.

About BRIC

BRIC is a Brooklyn-based media education and production organization offering hands-on classes, workshops, and certification courses across audio, video, photography, and digital media. Located in Brooklyn, New York, BRIC operates the BRIC Media Lab and BRIC Media Center and collaborates with the Central Library to deliver in-person and online learning opportunities.

Course offerings cover a broad skill set: audio production and studio technique, podcasting and radio formats, video editing with Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve color grading, motion graphics with After Effects, Photoshop and Lightroom, DSLR and mobile filmmaking, field audio, and stop-motion animation. Classes range from short workshops like two- and three-hour sessions to multi-day certification courses and twelve-hour skill intensives.

BRIC lists technical and creative classes such as Audio Production in the Studio, Studio Podcasting (Certification Course), Video Editing with Premiere (Certification Course), Photoshop Essentials, Intro to DaVinci Resolve, Intro to Color Grading with DaVinci Resolve, Motion Graphics with After Effects, and TV Studio Intensive. The organization also provides projects-focused sessions including Make a Movie on Your Phone, Shoot Amazing B-ROLL, Street Photography, and Make a Podcast on Your Phone.

Many offerings are available online as well as at BRIC's physical locations and partner sites, enabling flexible access for learners. With a catalog that includes certification classes, online courses, and community-centered workshops, BRIC provides practical, skill-based training for aspiring creators, producers, and media professionals.

Instructors include industry practitioners and media educators who focus on hands-on practice, project feedback, and real-world workflows to prepare students for creative careers and portfolios.