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Discover Blender Fes 2026 AW: An Online Spectacle for Creators

Are you ready to immerse yourself in the world of 3D animation and creativity? Mark your calendars for September 26-27, 2026, as the Blender Fes 2026 AW opens its virtual doors for an exhilarating online experience hosted by CGWORLD and organized by Born Digital. This annual event, now in its seventh iteration, is entirely dedicated to Blender users and encompasses a wide range of sessions, workshops, and talks designed for everyone from beginners to seasoned professionals.

What to Expect

Over the span of two days, attendees can participate in 16 engaging sessions that cover various topics, including modeling, animation, visual effects (VFX), and the incorporation of AI in creativity. Each session promises insights from leading figures in the Blender community, ensuring that you are at the forefront of the latest trends and technologies in the industry.

Featured Sessions:

1. CG Background Creation for ‘Super Kaguya’ by Yoko Nakao, Tetsuya Kusama, and Mai Takahashi of Qun Plant
2. Character Shading Techniques for Efficient Art Creation by Eito Sanen
3. 3D Production: Going Beyond Reality with Blender by Jennifer Kaori and Azusa Tojo (MC)
4. Creating Anime-Like Aesthetics by Bebe Sunneko
5. Dynamic 2D Animation Based on Action by Tatsuya Ryumura
6. Crafting Effects in Blender by Milk Bottle
7. Character Rigging Starting from One Bone by minusT
8. Highlighting Must-Have Blender Add-ons with 3D People and Masuku (MC)
9. Captivating Short Film Production Based on Self-Production Insights by Yasuhiro Fukuda
10. Exploring Motion Graphics with Nodes by Cerbalance
11. Creating Interactive Real-time Content from Blender by Yuta Nakano and Yukito Terasawa of raw inc.
12. Behind-the-Scenes of Blender and 3D Printing with Takuya Shiotsuki, Ryo Hagiwara, and Masuku (MC)
13. Photo-realistic CG Techniques by Iori
14. The Journey of Building a VRChat World by Fujito
15. Vibe Modeling with AI Agents in Blender by KOBATAKA and posi_posi
16. B3D Creation Festival Results and Comment Session

This diverse lineup ensures that you will gain invaluable knowledge and skills, no matter where you stand in your creative journey.

Event Details

When:

• - Date: September 26-27, 2026
• - Time: 10:00 AM - 7:45 PM JST

Where:

• - Format: Online (Live Streaming)

Hosted By:

• - CGWORLD

Registration Fees:

• - Early Bird Ticket: 4,000 yen (Excluding tax)
• - On-Demand Ticket (Available from September 26): 5,000 yen (Excluding tax)

Additional Perks:

Participants who purchase tickets will have exclusive access to archived footage of the event for a limited time of six months following its conclusion.

Click here to purchase tickets!

About Born Digital

Born Digital is a leading support provider in the entertainment industry, catering to fields like anime, games, and film, as well as manufacturing, architecture, and fashion. They assist clients in sourcing specialized software and hardware, producing informative publications, and organizing training seminars to foster skills development.

Learn more about Born Digital!

About CGWORLD

Celebrating 28 years of excellence in CG and visual production media, CGWORLD serves as a cornerstone for both professionals and enthusiasts in areas such as gaming, animation, and film. They provide valuable resources, insights, and job opportunities for creators, and continuously adapt to deliver the latest industry news.

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Join us at Blender Fes 2026 for a weekend of discovery, inspiration, and creativity!