Program Development

This book has been compiled using Blender Version 2.92.0.

Be aware, Blender is continually evolving as developments which expand and improve

functionality are added. Developments are introduced frequently which often incur subtle

changes and modifications to operational procedures and to the program's display. When this

occurs Blender is released with a New Version Number.

When attempting Blender for the first time by following a tutorial, whether it is a book, a written

tutorial or a video tutorial, always consider the Blender version for which the tutorial is written and

work through examples using that version of Blender. It is tempting to grab the latest Blender

release but consider the information given, in the tutorial, as a training exercise then step up to

the latest developments in the current version. Blender maintains a download page containing all

earlier releases of the program (see Download and Installation).

2D Animation Concept

One example of 2D Animation is depicted in the Walk Cycle where drawings of a character in

different poses are displayed in quick succession creating the illusion of the character walking.

Grease Pencil Animation Example

To see an example of 2D Animation created using Blender's Grease Pencil see:

HERO – Blender Grease Pencil Showcase

at

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKmSdY56VtY

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