Blender is a free and open-source 3D computer graphics software toolset used for creating animated films, visual effects, art, 3D printed models, motion graphics, interactive 3D applications, and virtual reality.
Key Features
3D Modeling: A comprehensive suite of modeling tools for creating, transforming, and editing your models.
Sculpting: Digital sculpting tools provide the power and flexibility required in several stages of the digital production pipeline.
Animation & Rigging: A production-ready camera and object tracking solution.
Grease Pencil: A revolutionary 2D animation tool that allows you to draw in 3D space.
Rendering: A powerful, unbiased rendering engine that offers stunning, ultra-realistic rendering.
Simulation: Create amazing simulations with industry-standard libraries such as Bullet and MantaFlow.
Video Editing: A built-in video sequence editor allows you to perform basic actions like video cuts and splicing, as well as more complex tasks like video masking or color grading.
Scripting: With a rich Python API, Blender is highly customizable and can be extended with custom tools and add-ons.
VFX: A built-in compositor allows you to post-produce your renders without leaving Blender.
The integration of AI and machine learning is rapidly transforming the 3D content creation landscape, and Blender is no exception. There are a number of projects and add-ons that are bringing the power of AI to Blender.