Exploring 3D at Nossi
Intro
Exploring 3D at Nossi means turning ideas into visuals you can see, test, and improve—products, rooms, signage, even explainers. In Exploring 3D, instructor Grant Tudor teaches students to start simple (clean shapes and scale) and then make scenes believable with lighting, materials, and camera choices. The goal isn’t “pretty for pretty’s sake”—it’s clarity: work that communicates form and function.
How Grant Teaches 3D
Grant’s process is hands-on and practical. Students block out a scene, place a primary light for readability, add materials that “read” on camera, and render efficiently. Along the way, they build pro habits—organized layers, named files, and clean handoffs—so collaboration is smooth and deadlines are less stressful.
“Grant brings deep knowledge and genuine dedication to the classroom—and students feel it. They’re learning industry-ready 3D and enjoying the process.”
— Mark Flemming, Program Director, Illustration Technologies
Why Exploring 3D at Nossi works: the course pairs creative decisions with production habits employers notice. Students learn to block out a scene, place a primary light for readability, and choose materials that “read” on camera. They also practice file hygiene—named layers, organized folders, and clean handoffs—so collaboration stays smooth. This approach helps beginners build confidence quickly while producing work that fits real briefs. It’s a practical path from first draft to final render and it’s why Exploring 3D at Nossi is a smart starting point for portfolios.
What You’ll Make
By the end of the term, students complete a piece aligned to the kind of job they want: product animation, logo animation, architectural visualization, or a focused 3D model. Two guardrails apply to every final: it must include 3D, and it must be commercially viable—the kind of deliverable a client or employer would pay for. That’s how portfolios move from “cool” to hire-ready.
Why It Matters
If you like building things and want your portfolio to prove it, 3D is a powerful way to show range and readiness. You’ll leave with a clean final render, a short breakdown that explains your choices, and tidy project files—exactly what creative directors want to see at a glance.
