How To Control The Pole Target - Blender IK Leg Rig Tutorial Level Pixel Level 2026-09-21 | How To Control The Pole Target - Blender IK Leg Rig Tutorial
Advanced Driver Setup | Blender Rigging Nodes Level Pixel Level 2021-07-26 | It's a crossover episode! Blender Rigging Nodes And Drivers!Download the files here: levelpixellevel.gumroad.com/l/hoGnhHLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................Music By Carlo Conda conda.bandcamp.com
Single Axis Rotation Order Issue | Blender Rigging Guide Level Pixel Level 2021-07-20 | Hey everyone, check out the demo files here: levelpixellevel.gumroad.com/l/HIJkRI guess this is my final video in my joint series. I'll be jumping onto some grease pencil videos next. Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................Music By Carlo Conda conda.bandcamp.com
Making The Oldham Coupling Rig Stable | Blender Rigging Workflow Level Pixel Level 2021-07-11 | Example file: gum.co/TQMWs0:00 Intro 0:20 Adding a new joint 1:00 Adding A Driver To The Circle 2:40 Moving The Rig In Pose Mode 4:30 Moving The Rig In Object Mode 6:00 Making Nicer ShapesLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................Music By Carlo Conda conda.bandcamp.com#rig #blender #oldhamcoupling
How I Rigged And Oldham Coupling | Blender Rig Workflow Level Pixel Level 2021-07-10 | Download the work files here: gum.co/TQMWs0:00 Intro0:31 Adding A Simple Rig1:20 Copy Rotation Constraint Test1:33 Animation On The Main Bone2:20 First Attempt - Drivers 2:56 Animation Attempt4:04 Adding Motion Paths 4:20 Adding A Circle 5:30 Testing the follow path and connecting the driver 7:20 Flipping The Circle Handles8:20 Making the rig stableLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................Music By Carlo Conda conda.bandcamp.com#rig #blender #coupling
Robot Arm Module | Blender Rigging Nodes Walkthrough Level Pixel Level 2021-05-31 | Hey everyone, this is the final video in my rigging node series (for now). Download the addon here: gitlab.com/AquaticNightmare/rigging_nodesDownload the files here: gum.co/hoGnhHDevelopment Build: gitlab.com/AquaticNightmare/rigging_nodes/-/tree/developMain Blender Artist Topic: blenderartists.org/t/rigging-nodes/1238994General Overview: youtu.be/1PRAAw-1jGkQuick Start Guide: youtu.be/L-VgnPyIquQ0:00 - Introduction0:30 - Staring The Node Network050 - Adding The Name And Collection1:10 - Adding The First Bones2:00 - Naming The Bones2:50 - Positioning The Bones3:55 - Fixing The Finger Bone Role4:40 - Adding The Root Bone (Finally!)5:46 - Adding The IK Bone7:25 - Adding The IK Constraint9:24 - Adding Shapes13:40 - Change Bone Layers14:18 - Parent The Objects Up To Rig15:20 - Adding The Nodes To A New Rig15:40 - Editing The New Rig16:37 - Parenting Up The New Pieces16:50 - Final ThoughtsLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................Music By Carlo Conda conda.bandcamp.com
Simple Rig Example | Blender Rigging Nodes Level Pixel Level 2021-05-23 | In two other videos, I reviewed the basics and the input armature node and for loop node. This video will explore a simple rig setup on a production asset. Download the addon here: gitlab.com/AquaticNightmare/rigging_nodesDownload the files here: gum.co/hoGnhHDevelopment Build: gitlab.com/AquaticNightmare/rigging_nodes/-/tree/developMain Blender Artist Topic: blenderartists.org/t/rigging-nodes/1238994General Overview: youtu.be/1PRAAw-1jGkQuick Start Guide: youtu.be/L-VgnPyIquQ0:00 - Intro0:35 - Adding The Frist Joints1:25 - Adding The Loop Node4:00 - Parenting The Bones5:00 - Creating The Shapes7:00 - Parenting The Objects7:20 - Final ThoughtsLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................Music By Carlo Conda conda.bandcamp.com
Input Armature Node And Loop Node | Blender Rigging Nodes Level Pixel Level 2021-05-15 | Hello everyone! In this video, I'll review the Input Armature and Loop Node. Download the addon here: gitlab.com/AquaticNightmare/rigging_nodesDownload the files here: gum.co/hoGnhHDevelopment Build: gitlab.com/AquaticNightmare/rigging_nodes/-/tree/developMain Blender Artist Topic: blenderartists.org/t/rigging-nodes/1238994General Overview: youtu.be/1PRAAw-1jGkQuick Start Guide: youtu.be/L-VgnPyIquQ0:00 - Introduction0:37 - Input Armature Node3:00 - Loop Node5:50 - Adding A Circle Shape6:10 - Deleting Bones And Dynamic Set Up7:10 - Final ThoughtsLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................Music By Carlo Conda conda.bandcamp.com
Quick Start Introduction | Blender Rigging Nodes Level Pixel Level 2021-05-08 | Hey Everyone, this is a quick start guide to building your first rig using rigging nodes in Blender. Download the addon here: gitlab.com/AquaticNightmare/rigging_nodesDownload the files here: gum.co/hoGnhHDevelopment Build: gitlab.com/AquaticNightmare/rigging_nodes/-/tree/developMain Blender Artist Topic: blenderartists.org/t/rigging-nodes/1238994General Overview: youtu.be/1PRAAw-1jGk0:00 - Introduction0:16 - Install the addon0:38 - Adding your first node5:38 - Transferring one rig to other assets7:50 - Final ThoughtsThis is meant to be a quick start, and I'll go into more detail in future videos. Intro music by: conda.bandcamp.comLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Blender Rigging Nodes | An Overview Level Pixel Level 2021-05-08 | Hello everyone! This is a general overview of rigging nodes, I can't wait to share more with you! Download the addon here: gitlab.com/AquaticNightmare/rigging_nodesDevelopment Build: gitlab.com/AquaticNightmare/rigging_nodes/-/tree/developMain Blender Artist Topic: blenderartists.org/t/rigging-nodes/1238994Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! 0:00 Intro 0:06 Rigging nodes addon0:35 What are rigging nodes 1:10 One way calculation Similar to visual scripting 1:39 Scripting Node2:07 Limitations of Rigging Nodes2:43 Should You Use Rigging Nodes4:05 ConclusionMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.com......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Convert Float Value to An Integer Value | Blender Drivers Master Class Level Pixel Level 2021-02-27 | Hello everyone, just a quick video about converting a Float value to an Integer Value in Blender.Want to buy me a coffee? ko-fi.com/levelpixellevelLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Grease Pencil New Mask Features | Blender Grease Pencil Level Pixel Level 2021-02-13 | Example files: gum.co/VqjIsTime Code 0:00 - Introduction0:30 - Adding new objects and materials2:05 - Adding the masks and inverting masks4:00 - Adding an eyelid4:40 - Adding the lid mask5:30 - Duplicate the lid6:50 - Adding some more character to the lids7:20 - Subd test8:00 - Adding the smooth modifier8:45 - Testing the lids9:10 - All without a rig9:30 - Adding the eyebrow10:30 - Mirror the shapes12:00 - Adding the BGLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
If Statement In A Driver | Blender Drivers Master Class Level Pixel Level 2021-01-30 | Hello everyone, I hope you are all well. Here is a quick video reviewing if statements in Blender drivers. 0:37 - Skip that intro! Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Dual Quaternion Deformation Blender Rigging | Preserve Volume Option Level Pixel Level 2021-01-16 | Hello everyone, this week, is just a quick video reviewing how the preserve volume options work in Blender. Download the example files here: gum.co/JGIXhVincent Rig: cloud.blender.org/p/characters/5718a967c379cf04929a42470:00 - Introduction0:15 - Simple Example1:30 - Leg Example2:00 - Adding a driven shape key4:35 - Limit volume to an area5:40 - Production-ready example6:45 - Final thoughtsLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Game | Part 15 - Unity Controller Test Level Pixel Level 2021-01-04 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comAnd finally, the saga comes to an end, with the character finally in Unity, and moving around with mouse input. Time Code: 0:00 - Intro 0:20 - Making the project0:40 - Bringing in the assets 1:20 - Checking the animations 1:30 - Bringing the materials 1:35 - Building the character controller 2:35 - Building the animator controller 3:50 - Fixing the looping animation 4:20 - Adding the script 4:35 - Adding the variables 5:30 - Adding translation 7:40 - Adding rotation 8:35 - Adding animation10:25 - Adding more 3D Objects 11:05 - Fixing the camera 11:35 - Camera Constraint 12:20 - Final thoughts It has been a pleasure to make this series and I do hope you enjoyed these videos. Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Games | Part 14 - Exporting the FBX Files Level Pixel Level 2021-01-02 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comThis is just a quick video where I share some of my techniques for exporting FBX files. Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Game | Part 13 - Adding Animation Level Pixel Level 2020-12-31 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comIn this episode, I try out animations (haha I am not an animator, but I do enjoy it sometimes for testing) Time Code: 0:00 -Preparing the file 0:20 - Baking the Idle Animation 1:10 - Toggling the constraints with a script3:00 - Baking the Walk Animation4:10 - Exporting the FBX 5:00 - Final thoughts on the control rigLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Game | Part 12 - Testing The Rig Level Pixel Level 2020-12-23 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comThe final part of the model rigging! In the next section, I'll test the animation! 0:00 - Intro 0:10 - Rename control shapes and parenting the bones1:17 - Fixing the arm parenting2:20 - Fixing weight painting issues 7:10 - Fixing the deform rig 7:40 - Adding front flap controls and mechanics14:00 - Testing the rig 14:35 - Final thoughts Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Game | Part 11 - Adding The Face Controls Level Pixel Level 2020-12-21 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.com0:00 - Intro 0:10 - Duplicate and Create Control Face Nodes 1:01 - Connecting to the head control 1:20 - Rename through code 2:06 - Adding the shapes 2:40 - Resize controls and adding the group4:10 - Adding the constraints to the rig 5:10 - Auto IK test 6:20 - Fixing the rotation mode 6:30 - Final thoughts Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Game | Part 10 - Adding The IK Arms Level Pixel Level 2020-12-20 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comHey everyone, here is part 10, where I'll add IK arms to the character. Let me know if you have any questions. Time Code: 0:00 - Intro0:35 - Duplicating the joints for IK1:00 - Renaming with script1:30 - Adding to bone groups1:40 - Parenting the hand control to the root2:10 - Adding the Inverse Kinematics Constraints2:30 - Adding the pole target3:20 - Updating the constraint4:50 - Connecting the FK to the IK6:15 - Side note on the IK chain going to 37:35 -Adding a control shape8:15 - Fixing the pole direction9:00 - Adding a hand control shape9:45 - Adding the switch from IK to FK11:00 Final thoughtsLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Game | Part 9 - Adding FK Arms Level Pixel Level 2020-12-18 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comIn this update, I'll add the FK arms to the characters, and in the next one, I'll add the IK arms and the switch. Let me know if you have any questions!0:00 - Intro0:10 - Fixing a parent0:35 - Fixing the elbow1:55 - Duplicating and join the bones3:00 - Fixing the names4:40 - Moving the bones to new layers5:30 - Adding the constraints7:15 - Testing out the rig7:30 - Adding the shapes with code9:30 - Adjusting the size of the controls11:00 - Adding to a bone group11:40 - Final thoughts......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Games | Part 8 - Adding The Foot Roll Controls Level Pixel Level 2020-12-16 | Well, here we are on part 8 :) Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comI'll add a simple foot roll set up to this rig. On a more advanced character, I might add more features, but this should be enough to get me through this character. Time Code: 0:00 - Intro0:10 - Adding the new controls1:35 - Moving to a new bone group2:05 - Fixing the axis3:25 - Moving new controls to a new layer4:00 - Parenting up the new controls4:30 - Testing the foot5:10 - Adding the control shapes5:40 - Moving the bones (again)6:00 - Finishing the control shapes7:40 - Scaling the controls8:00 - Final thoughtsLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Games | Part 7 - Adding The Leg IK Level Pixel Level 2020-12-14 | Alright, in part 7 I'll add the leg IK. I love working on IK! It might be one of my favorite parts of rigging. IK Intro Video: youtu.be/LYqsEEgan7sTime Code: 0:00 - Introduction0:25 - Duplicating the leg controls0:50 - Duplicating and Joining1:00 - Renaming with a script3:30 - Connecting the constraints through code5:30 - Testing the constraints5:50 - Adding the Hip Control6:10 - Parenting the feet6:25 - Adding the Inverse Kinematics7:35 - Adding a new foot IK target8:00 - Aligning the IK foot Bone8:25 - Parenting The New IK8:40 - Adding the new shape10:05 - Adding to the bone groups10:30 - Adding the pole targets13:20 - Adding pole target shapes14:30 - Final thoughtsLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Games | Part 6 - Adding The Spine And Root Controls Level Pixel Level 2020-12-11 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comCustom Shape Link youtube.com/watch?v=SfSIz12WjSICustom Group Link youtu.be/JeeGKM6ZaQoIn this video, I'll add some spine controls. Be sure to follow along with the example files if you have any problems! Time Code: 0:00 - Intro1:00 - Adding the second armature object1:30 - Adding the root bones2:10 - Adding custom shapes4:05 - Adding Root Bones To A Bone Group4:20 - Duplicating, Removing and Connecting Spine Controls5:20 - Parenting the Spine BonesLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Games | Part 5 - Finishing The Spine Weights Level Pixel Level 2020-12-07 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comIf you're enjoying this series consider buying me a coffee so I can make more :) ko-fi.com/levelpixellevelLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! Time Code: 0:00 - Intro0:10 - Fixing the head0:47 - Fixing an issue with the Leg/Arm2:40 - Pelvis Fix6:20 - Spine Fix10:30 - Final Thoughts......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Games | Part 4 - Finishing The Hands Level Pixel Level 2020-12-05 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comWeight Painting Addons for Blender:blendermarket.com/products/lazy-weight-toolgumroad.com/l/weight_paint_toolsIf you're enjoying this series consider buying me a coffee so I can make more :) ko-fi.com/levelpixellevelLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! Time Code: 0:00 - Introduction0:24 - Zero out the rig0:35 - Looking at the problem0:50 - Adjusting the pivot1:35 - Isolate the hand (alt + b)1:40 - Weight Painting the finger3:30 - Pose testing3:50 - More Weight Painting5:10 - Watching Paint Dry6:00 - Testing out a fist shape6:55 - Final thoughts......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Games | Part 3 More Weight Painting Level Pixel Level 2020-12-03 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comHey everyone, to continue with this series I'm now moving onto some more advanced weight painting as I work through this character. 0:00 - Intro 0:10 - Weight painting the arm and hand 155 - Changing the bone shape to b-bone2:10 - Continue with the fingers 5:20 - 7:25 - Finger Weight paint time lapse 7:29 - Weight painting the elbow 10:50 - 12:00 - Foot timelapse 112:05 - Adjusting the foot pivot location 13:00 - 13:36 - Foot timelapse 2 13:50 - Checking the foot 15:17 - 16:19 - Continue down the leg 16:25 - Fixing the foot weights 22:55 - Continue with the torso 22:58 - 24:48 - Torso time lapse 24:50 - Adding new cloth bones 26:05 - Weight painting the cloth 27:00 - 28:30 - Cloth and Spine time Lapse28:40 - Final Thoughts Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Games | Part 2 - Weight Paint Introduction Level Pixel Level 2020-11-30 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comIf you missed part one check it out here: youtu.be/urWpSFpFWeUThis was a fun series to make! I can't wait to share more with you from this process! 0:00 - Introduction 0:50 - Parenting the rig 1:40 - Beginning the weight painting 2:20 - Selecting mesh and assigning 3:15 - Fixing the mirror on the eye 4:40 - Assigning the armor 5:45 - Adjusting the armature modifier settings 6:00 - Weight painting the helmet tail 17:00 - Weight painting the neck and head 20:00 - Adding the chest and shoulders 24:00 - Working through the clavicle 25:00 - Final thoughtsLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Rigging A Knight For Games | Part 1 Deform Bones Level Pixel Level 2020-11-29 | Example Files: gum.co/yfWhcMusic By Carlo Conda: conda.bandcamp.comPart 2 is here: youtu.be/wuo6B79CNvUThis was a fun series to make! I can't wait to share more with you from this process! 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - Reviewing the file 1:00 - Building the deform rig 1:00 - Adding the spine 2:00 - Adding the Hip and Leg and fighting with mirror3:40 - Adding the Foot 4:30 - Adding the clavicle and the arm 6:00 - Adding the fingers 8:50 - Adding Armour Pieces 9:40 - Adding the sword and shield controller10:00 - Adding the Head, Neck and Eyes11:50 - Checking the names and parenting13:26 - Mirror over the rig 13:30 - Fixing a problem with the mirror15:20 - Final thoughtsLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
How To Add A Tank Tread In Blender - Without Deforming The Links Level Pixel Level 2020-11-14 | Download the example files here: gum.co/YlqqG0:00 - Overview 1:00 - Simple Example 2:30 - Actual Tank Tread Example Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Dependency Cycles In Blender - How To Find And Fix them Level Pixel Level 2020-11-01 | Download the example files here: gum.co/sdpzaMac terminal location: blender.stackexchange.com/questions/102860/how-to-open-system-console-to-get-output-from-blender-on-mac-os-10This is a quick overview of how dependencies work in Blender. 0:00 - Simple Two Joint Example 2:50 - Fixing A Dependency With Hierarchy 4:27 - IK Leg Example Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Automatic Orthographic Camera - Free Blender Addon Level Pixel Level 2020-10-17 | Download the addon and example files here: gum.co/vTnpbFor more behind the scenes check out our Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevelLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
How I Rigged A Manfred Frank Hinge In Blender Level Pixel Level 2020-10-04 | Download all the work file for free here: gum.co/WpOKlBLive-Action Reference: youtube.com/watch?v=DI7fiJq3MFg&ab_channel=BetterBldgHardwareLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Hide Armature Layers and Hide Bones/Controllers | Drivers Master Class Level Pixel Level 2020-09-19 | Hey everybody, a quick video this week showing how to hide bone armature laters and a quick trick for hiding individual bones with drivers. Here is a link to the example files: gum.co/dsZhfLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Building In Godot With Quixel Bridge Assets | Episode 1 - The Mines Level Pixel Level 2020-05-16 | Hello everyone, this week a test in Godot game engine using assets from Quixel Bridge. Episode 1 - The Mines.Is it pronounced Godot or Godot? I'll never know :) Water Shader used in this level: godotengine.org/asset-library/asset/343Character Controller: docs.godotengine.org/en/stable/tutorials/3d/fps_tutorial/part_one.htmlGodot Game Engine: godotengine.orgQuixel Bridge: quixel.com/bridgeLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Change Viewport Background Gradient Colors | Blender Quick Tip Level Pixel Level 2020-05-02 | Hello everyone, this is just a quick guide for changing the viewport background to a gradient! Something that I changed as soon as I opened Blender for the first time. Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Universal Joint Rig and Locked Track Constraint | Blender Rigging For Animation Level Pixel Level 2020-04-25 | This week, how I rig universal joints. Download the files here: gum.co/sBphIThis is just a quick guide for how I use the Locked Track Constraint. This is a great constraint and I use it when I'm rigging machinery all the time! Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! 0:00 - Introduction 0:18 - Adding The Bones 1:20 - Parenting The Bones 2:10 - Setting The Rotation Mode 2:30 - Parent The Objects 3:00 - Adding The Constraints 4:50 - Testing The Rig 5:20 - Animating The Rig 6:35 - Rigging A Double Joint 7:00 - Duplicating The Bones 7:25 - Parenting The Objects 7:50 - Editing The Constraints 8:05 - Parenting The Bones 8:20 - Testing The Rig 8:50 - Final Thoughts ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Copy As New Driver Feature | Blender Drivers Master Class Level Pixel Level 2020-03-07 | In another video, someone brought up how the Copy As New Driver feature. This is new in Blender 2.81 and has been great for my workflow! Consider supporting me on Patreon as well: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevelThis week I showed the Patrons how I built this tread rig! Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Grease Pencil Arm Rig 1 | Blender Grease Pencil Rigging Level Pixel Level 2020-02-22 | This week, my first attempt at an arm rig in grease pencil, let me know what you think! Download the files here: gum.co/atuKWLattice Intro Guide: youtu.be/cFJOL4AKbKkyoutu.be/ENGb_yFGzlgyoutu.be/cFJOL4AKbKkLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Child Of Constraint Shot Example | Blender Rigging For Animation Level Pixel Level 2020-02-15 | This example reviews how to use the Child Of Constraint in a simple shot. Download these files here: gum.co/pZtWAThis example is something that is fairly common in shots, picking something up and putting it back down. There are other ways to do this, this example is simply showing how to achieve this with the child of constraint. Child Of Constraint Documentation: http://builder.openhmd.net/blender-hmd-viewport-temp/rigging/constraints/relationship/child_of.htmlDynamic Parent Addon: blender-addons.org/dynamic-parent-addonLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Child Of Constraint The Basics | Blender Rigging For Animation Level Pixel Level 2020-02-15 | This week a quick overview of the Child Of Constraint and how to use it. Download the files here: gum.co/GApWIWhile this constraint is amazing when used right, I've seen many shots where this constraint has caused things to break. The biggest take away should be the Apply Visual Transforms! This option allows you to place and object. Child Of Constraint Documentation: http://builder.openhmd.net/blender-hmd-viewport-temp/rigging/constraints/relationship/child_of.htmlDynamic Parent Addon: blender-addons.org/dynamic-parent-addonLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Grease Pencil Face Rig 3 - Gravity Falls | Blender Grease Pencil Rigging Level Pixel Level 2020-02-08 | Hello! This week I tried something a little different with the mouth shapes! Download the files here: gum.co/EHgim - right now this does not work in 2.83Time Offset Modifier: tinyurl.com/wlomw650:00 - Introduction 0:40 - Eye Rig1:40 - Eyebrow 3:10 - Mouth Rig 3:40 - Simple Time Offset Rig 5:30 - Advanced Time Offset Rig 7:20 - Old Mouth Rig 8:50 - Thank you, Patrons! Grease Pencil Eyebrow Rig: youtu.be/xU3SEcU_magGrease Pencil Eye Rig: youtu.be/W16SHbI_QzQGrease Pencil Mouth Rig: youtu.be/qsvKNimuE1IHilda Face Rig: youtu.be/lgRvXfciDYcDrivers Master Class: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbjn7kaP877u1sX4zl081V8jUeSHDY18GLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Eyelid Rig - Geometry Rig | Blender Rigging For Animation Level Pixel Level 2020-02-06 | In this last video, I show how you can use geometry to create an eyelid. This style is great for simple shows and stylized shows. Download the files here: gum.co/EhEuLRig Method: youtu.be/XleNIUWoydYShape Key Method: youtu.be/XleNIUWoydYAction Constraint: youtu.be/iG-xHq-8cmc0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - Adding a copy rotation constraint1:40 - Add to the other lids 2:20 - Final thoughts Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Eyelid Rig - Action Constraint | Blender Rigging For Animation Level Pixel Level 2020-02-05 | This time I'll explore another way to rig an eyelid - this time using an action constraint to move the bones. This is to help with the curvature of the eye and allows you to add more keys it the eye is a weird shape. Download the files here: gum.co/EhEuLEyelid Geometry: youtu.be/C1I11DhPzFsRig Method: youtu.be/XleNIUWoydYShape Key Method: youtu.be/XleNIUWoydYWorld Space Bone: youtu.be/eUTbey47N5IAction Constraint Beginner Guide: youtu.be/5JmPFsIEgHI0:00 - Introduction 0:50 - Adding the armature 2:50 - Moving the bones to the vertex4:40 - Snapping to the points 4:50 - Adding the bottom lid pieces 5:40 - Fixing the axis 6:50 - Weight painting the rig 7:20 - Flood to the head bone 8:10 - Preparing the options 9:00 - Painting the weights 10:00 - Testing the weights 10:45 - Adding the controls 11:30 - Adding drivers 13:10 - Adding a panel17:00 - Fixing the roll axis 18:00 - Cleaning up the weight painting 19:20 - Testing out the weight painting20:00 - Turning on the subdivision 20:30 - Mirror the set up 22:40 - Mirror the panel values 24:00 - Adding the bottom eyelid 24:50 - Adding the bottom eyelid drivers 25:30 - Flipping the bone axis 26:20 - Fine tune the bottom lid 26:40 - Adjusting the roll on the bottom lid 27:45 - Mirror the bottom lid28:00 - Copy the panel values28:30 - Final thoughts Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Eyelid Rig - Bone Rig | Blender Rigging For Animation Level Pixel Level 2020-02-03 | In this second video, I'll explore how to rig the eye using bones that rotate from the center of the eyeball. This is better than a shape key as it follows the curvature of the eye. Download the files here: gum.co/EhEuL Eyelid Geometry: youtu.be/C1I11DhPzFsShape Key Method: youtu.be/XleNIUWoydYAction Constraint: youtu.be/iG-xHq-8cmcWeight Painting Tip: youtube.com/watch?v=haBMilkToFE0:00 - Introduction 0:50 - Adding the armature 2:50 - Moving the bones to the vertex4:40 - Snapping to the points 4:50 - Adding the bottom lid pieces 5:40 - Fixing the axis 6:50 - Weight painting the rig 7:20 - Flood to the head bone 8:10 - Preparing the options 9:00 - Painting the weights 10:00 - Testing the weights 10:45 - Adding the controls 11:30 - Adding drivers 13:10 - Adding a panel17:00 - Fixing the roll axis 18:00 - Cleaning up the weight painting 19:20 - Testing out the weight painting20:00 - Turning on the subdivision 20:30 - Mirror the setup 22:40 - Mirror the panel values 24:00 - Adding the bottom eyelid 24:50 - Adding the bottom eyelid drivers 25:30 - Flipping the bone axis 26:20 - Fine tune the bottom lid 26:40 - Adjusting the roll on the bottom lid 27:45 - Mirror the bottom lid28:00 - Copy the panel values28:30 - Final thoughts Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Eyelid Rig - Shape Keys | Blender Rigging For Animation Level Pixel Level 2020-02-01 | This is the first of four videos I'll be making where I'll investigate types of eyelid rigs. Download the files here: gum.co/EhEuLRig Method: youtu.be/XleNIUWoydYAction Constraint: youtu.be/iG-xHq-8cmcEyelid Geometry: youtu.be/C1I11DhPzFs0:00 - Introduction 0:42 - Add the shape key 1:00 - X-mirror 1:10 - Making the shape 2:40 - Cleaning up the shape 3:54 - Testing the shape 4:25 - Adding the rig 5:02 - Turning on x-mirror 5:36 - Duplicating the shape keys 6:30 - Adding Vertex Groups 7:00 - Assigning the groups 8:00 - Testing the groups 8:05 - Assign the group to the shapes8:20 - Testing the shapes 8:30 - Adding the drivers 10:00 - Copy and paste the driver 10:44 - Testing out the rig 11:00 - Flipping the bone role11:20 - Fixing the shapes and rotation mode 13:00 - Final thoughts Drivers Master Class: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbjn7kaP877u1sX4zl081V8jUeSHDY18GLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Grease Pencil Mouth Rig Part 2 Adding The Control Rig | Blender Rigging Tutorial Level Pixel Level 2020-01-26 | In this step, we'll add the control rig, the teeth, and the tongue. Download the work files here: gum.co/XcLAPPart 1: youtu.be/qsvKNimuE1I0:00 - Introduction 0:20 - Adding The World Space Controls 1:20 - Renaming Controls2:10 - Parenting The Bones 3:21 - Adding Fall Off Constraints 4:34 - Copy Constraints To Other Controls 6:00 - Fixing The Offset Option6:25 - Updating The Bottom Lip Controls 7:30 - Adding The Corner Constraints 10:12 - Testing Out The Rig 11:20 - Adding The Teeth And The Tongue 14:20 - Rigging The Teeth And The Tongue 16:10 - Final Tests And Thoughts Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Grease Pencil Mouth Rig Part 1 Building The Deform Bones | Blender Rigging Tutorial Level Pixel Level 2020-01-25 | This week, a guide on how I build Grease Pencil Mouths. Download the work files here: gum.co/XcLAPPart 2: youtu.be/3_e-O_uCUL0This is a good starting point for building mouths, but once you have these base concepts down try adding additional features. 0:00 - Introduction 0:10 - Creating The Grease Pencil Object 2:30 - Adding The Deform Bones 5:45 - Fixing The Rotation Mode And Adding Bone Groups 6:10 - Adding the Armature Modifier7:00 - Weight Painting The Lips 9:00 - Bone Location Fixes 9:50 - Testing The Weights 10:30 - Adding The Initial Controls 14:10 - Adding Constraints 18:00 - Fixing The Middle Of The Lip 21:40 - Final Thoughts And Next VideoLet me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Action Constraint - Hidden Animation Power! | Blender Rigging For Animation Level Pixel Level 2020-01-18 | This week, how I use an action constraint in my rigs.You can download the files here: gum.co/lIMPfCopy Attribute Menu: docs.blender.org/manual/fr/dev/addons/interface/copy_attributes.htmlAction Constraint: docs.blender.org/manual/en/latest/animation/constraints/relationship/action.html0:00 - Introduction 0:16 - Simple Rig - Adding animation 0:32 - Gumroad link 0:35 - Rename the action 1:10 - Adding an Action Constraint 1:24 - Local Space vs World Space 1:50 - Testing the constraint 2:10 - Keying the action target2:22 - Second example - Twist Animation 2:35 - Adding the action constraint 3:26 - Copying the action 4:07 - Testing the constraint 4:15 - Advanced example 5:10 - Adding the action constraint 5:40 - Testing the constraint 6:10 - Removing the animation 6:30 - Final thoughts Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Disconnected Vs Connected Bones | Blender Rigging For Animation Level Pixel Level 2020-01-11 | This week a quick guide showing the difference between disconnected and connected bones! Download the files here: gum.co/bStWO0:00 - Introduction 0:22 - Simple Example0:35 - Disconnected Bone (Keep Offset) 1:35 - Connected Bone2:00 - Breaking Blender Bones/Joints 2:50 - Connected Bones Rotation Issue4:10 - Connected Bones And Bendy Bones6:00 - Leg Example - Connected vs Disconnected Bendy Bones 7:00 - Final Thoughts Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: instagram.com/levelpixellevel●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
Smaller Gear Rotating Around A Bigger Gear | Blender Drivers Master Class Level Pixel Level 2020-01-04 | This week - answering a user question about how to rig and drive a smaller gear going around a bigger gear. Download the files here: gum.co/wpqVJzdGear Generator: geargenerator.comOriginal Gear Video: youtu.be/qrjXJnUfyGkBEDMAS: thoughtco.com/definition-of-bedmas-2312372Let me know if you have any questions in the comment below! ......................................................................... ●Website: levelpixellevel.com●Patreon: patreon.com/LevelPixelLevel●Twitter: twitter.com/LevelPixelLevel ●Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levelpixell...●Pinterest: pinterest.ca/levelpixellevel.....................................................................
