BUILD YOUR
FIRST 3D
PORTFOLIO
/ COURSE
/ ONLINE
/ ON-DEMAND
Key Facts
START DATE
On-Demand
FORMAT
LEVEL
Beginner
TOOLS
Unreal Engine & Blender
Is This For Me?
This course is designed for beginners who want to take the first step into the world of 3D and build a portfolio.
Whether you’re an artist new to 3D software or have some 3D skills but want a clear path to create strong portfolio pieces, this course will help you move forward.
You'll fit if you want:
- Guided teaching with Blender and Unreal Engine
- To learn how to build a strong portfolio
- To apply to art, design, or game-related educations
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What You'll Achieve
By the end of the course you'll have:
- Mastered the basics of Blender and Unreal Engine, from setup to rendering
- Built and exported a simple, playable walking simulator game
- Started assembling a complete portfolio and action plan for applying to art schools
What You'll Achieve
By the end of the course you'll have:
- Mastered the basics of Blender and Unreal Engine, from setup to rendering
- Built and exported a simple, playable walking simulator game
- Started assembling a complete portfolio and action plan for applying to art schools
Course Breakdown
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01. What is a Good Portfolio
Goal: Introduce expectations and structure of portfolios for applying to games, animation and VFX schools.
- Analyze successful portfolios and reflect on personal readiness
- Draft a personalized portfolio plan
Outcome: Plan for creating your own portfolio
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02. Introduction to 3D Tools
Goal: Build technical foundation in Blender and Unreal Engine.
- Complete guided exercises in Blender and Unreal
- Understand the pipeline and the 3D tools
Outcome: Modelled object in Blender, setup of basic Unreal scene
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03. Concept Development
Goal: Create a strong 2D concept to guide your 3D work.
- Create thumbnail ideas, gather reference and develop a strong visual concept
- Create call-out sheets and prepare for creating a 3D scene
Outcome: Mood board, Sketches, Concept and Call-Outs
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04. 3D Modelling and Scene Construction in Blender
Goal: Develop the 3D project from sketch over block-out to clean, production-ready model.
- Apply proper modelling techniques and prepare for texturing
- Learn to work with strong composition and apply it to your scene
Outcome: Complete 3D block-out, refined models and a strong scene lay-out
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05. Lighting, Texturing & Rendering
Goal: Finalize the 3D work visually using materials, lighting, and renders.
- Apply materials and set up lighting
- Understand lighting and rendering parameters
Outcome: Two or more final renders and/or turntables, portfolio-ready images
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06. Real-Time 3D in Unreal Engine
Goal: Showcase finished work using Unreal
- Import 3D models into Unreal Engine
- Light and render using Unreal Engine
Outcome: Unreal scene/screenshots/video
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07. Simple Unreal Engine Game
Goal: Take your Blender Model and create a walking simulator
- Prepare and export your UE project
Outcome: An executable walking simulator
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08. Portfolio Assembly & Final Review
Goal: Bring all assets together in a clean, cohesive portfolio section.
- Apply editorial layout; finalize visual sequence
- Prepare portfolio roadmap
Outcome: Final portfolio piece and a plan for developing the rest of your portfolio.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
HIGH-QUALITY, STRUCTURED VIDEO TUTORIALS
CLEAR ASSIGNMENT BRIEFS AND TEMPLATES
OPTIONAL MENTOR FEEDBACK ON ASSIGNMENTS
DOWNLOADABLE RESOURCES, CHEAT SHEETS, AND REFERENCE FILES
REAL PORTFOLIO EXAMPLES WITH COMMENTARY
EACH LESSON BUILDS TOWARD YOUR FINAL PORTFOLIO AND GAME OUTCOME
7-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
If you start the course and realize it's not the right fit, just let us know within 7 days and we’ll refund your full payment.
START YOUR 3D JOURNEY WITH CADA
Advanced
€949149
- Lifetime Course Access
- Creative Community
- 1:1 mentorship sessions on all your hand-in assignments from an industry professional.
Pro
€1799149
- Lifetime Course Access
- Creative Community
- 1:1 mentorship sessions on all your hand-in assignments from a senior industry professional with +10 years of experience.
Basic
Advanced
Pro
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's your refund policy?
CADA's 7 Days Money-Back Guarantee for the 3D Portofolio Essentials Online Course
At CADA, we're committed to providing high-quality education and a rewarding learning experience. We understand the importance of making the right choice for your education, and we want you to feel confident and satisfied with your decision to join our 3D Portfolio Essentials Online Course.
Basic Tier
Refund Eligibility: If you feel the course material alone isn't meeting your expectations, you can request a full refund within the first 7 days from the course start date.
Advanced and Pro Tiers
Engagement Requirement: Since these tiers involve more interactive elements, we ask that you participate in at least one mentorship session before deciding if the course is right for you.
Refund Eligibility: You can request a refund within the first 7 days from the course start date if you find the additional support not as beneficial as expected.
General Terms for All Tiers
Participation: You should have completed at least 25% of the course content, giving you a fair overview of the course.
Refund Process: Refunds will be issued within 30 days of the request and will be processed via the original payment method. Contact us for a refund.
Do I get individual feedback on my hand-in assignments?
Students enrolled in the "Advanced" and "Pro" tier will benefit from individual feedback through one-on-one mentorship, ensuring their individual needs and goals are met.
Who is this course designed for?
The 3D Portfolio Essentials course is perfect for beginners. It's ideal for anyone passionate about taking their first step into the world of digital arts.
Do I need any prior experience or knowledge?
No prior experience is required.
What software and tools will I need?
You'll need access to a computer capable of running Blender, which is a free and open-source 3D creation suite.
How long is the course, and is it self-paced?
The course is self-paced and the time required to complete the course varies based on your skill level and the effort you invest in your assignments. There are no strict deadlines, but each lesson includes a hand-in assignment that you can receive feedback on by enrolling in the Advanced or Pro tier.
By submitting just one assignment per week, you can anticipate completing the course in approximately 16 weeks.
For those who are highly motivated and able to complete 2-3 assignments weekly, you can accelerate your journey and finish the course in just 5-6 weeks.
Is there any certification provided at the end of the course?
Yes, upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of completion.
Is the course taught in English?
Yes
Still Not Sure if You're Ready?
Start with our Free 3D Bootcamp. No experience required.
In just a few short lessons, you'll get hands-on with Blender, understand the basics of 3D, and see if this course is right for you.
It's completely free. And it's the perfect way to warm up before diving into the full course.