#70 Blender Guru: The PROVEN way to WIN as a 3D Artist in 2025

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Sep 24, 2025

In this engaging discussion, Andrew Price, the mastermind behind the Blender Guru YouTube channel, shares insights from SIGGRAPH 2025. He explores how AI can empower indie creators and revolutionize storytelling. From Blender's new features to the potential of mega geometry, Andrew examines how technology is reshaping the creative landscape. He highlights the importance of storytelling skills and suggests artists embrace curiosity. Plus, he reflects on the lessons learned from his NFT project flop and the enduring value of in-person networking.

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ADVICE

Raise High-Agency Creators

Teach your kids to follow curiosity and develop high-agency problem-solving skills over narrow technical training.
Encourage tinkering, persistence, and belief that they can build their projects end-to-end.

INSIGHT

Niche Stories Beat Mass Perfection

Big-budget perfection isn't required to win; niche, permissionless storytelling reaches targeted audiences better.
YouTube creators can outcompete mass-market studios by serving specific tastes at negligible cost.

INSIGHT

AI Democratizes Big-Studio Capabilities

AI lowers production costs so small teams can now produce films and games that formerly required huge crews.
Andrew argues big studios are more at risk than independent creators because anyone can access the same tools.

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